☝️ Key Points
- The song is about personal struggle and healing through love
- Ellie Goulding sings about longing for someone who can lead her out of her darkness
- A new person in her life brings hope and light
- The person has a calming and healing effect on her
- 'Like A Saviour' is an ode to love and its transformative abilities
Interpretation
The song 'Like A Saviour' by
Ellie Goulding is about healing and revival through love. She sings about her battle with inner demons and insecurities, longing for someone who can save her. The lyrics 'Tired of holding on to the memories / How I used to bleed for love' show that she has gone through a tough time and has suffered for love.
As the song progresses, with the lines 'Then you danced into my life' and 'Like a saviour shining in my soul', it becomes clear that she has met someone who has given her hope and light in the darkness. This person has not only pulled her out of her darkness but also has the power to change her life.
'The line 'You got the power to ease my mind' emphasizes the calming and healing effect this person has on her. She finally feels ready to let go and fully immerse herself in love, as in the lines 'Suddenly, I feel like I can let go / Of all the insecurities weighing me down / Now I'm ready to drown in you'.
Overall, 'Like A Saviour' is an ode to love and its ability to heal, transform, and lead people out of their darkest times.