"Fireflies" is the eighth track from Act III of the The Smashing Pumpkins' 2023 rock opera, ATUM.
| "Fireflies" | |
|---|---|
| Song by The Smashing Pumpkins | |
| Released | 2023-04-04 |
| Length | 3:26 |
| Songwriter(s) | Billy Corgan |
| Producer(s) | Billy Corgan |
Synopsis
(performed by Shiny to Ruby)
This song takes place at the now abandoned site where the exile ships were launched. Shiny and Ruby are both there. Shiny has allowed his pure consciousness through Ruby to make the next decision. Ruby decides that it would be best for his safety to return back to space. Shiny hesitates, but agrees that the world he's come home to is too messed up and isn't meant for him. "Fireflies" is his song about coming to terms with the decision.[1]
Lyrics
we stand on clover shield
hunted, yet unloved
seasick as one preys
through tasteless, dray haze
i'm waiting on your fireflies
to illume your lantern bright
pound fool, 'n penny-wise
waiting on your fireflies
'cause some dreams do survive
wise, ain't i?
daunted, 'midst ghoulish brides
embracing on glassed sand
we should clasp hands
come cherish where i stand
i'm waiting on your fireflies
to illume your lantern bright
pound fool, 'n penny-wise
waiting on your fireflies
'cause some dreams do survive
wise, ain't i?
Availability
| Title | Notes | Type |
|---|---|---|
| ATUM | Act III | Studio |
References
- ↑ Corgan, Billy. "Fireflies (with Sierra Swan)". Thirty-Three (Podcast). Retrieved May 9, 2023.
External links
- "Fireflies" at SPFC