Ghosts

The song 'Ghosts' by Banners delves into the emotional landscape of loss, the struggle to move on, and the resilience of the human spirit. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is haunted by memories and the remnants of a past relationship. The metaphorical 'ghosts' represent the lingering thoughts and feelings that surround the narrator, making it difficult to find peace. The imagery of an earthquake and falling buildings suggests a cataclysmic end to something once stable, likely the relationship that is central to the song's narrative. The act of 'pulling pictures off from our bones' evokes a sense of trying to strip away the deep-seated memories that are etched into one's being.

The chorus speaks to the bittersweet victory of saving something important, like the mother mentioned, but at the cost of the relationship's spark. This could imply that in the process of dealing with life's challenges, the connection between the narrator and their partner was lost. The phrase 'We won the battle, but lost the heart' encapsulates this sentiment of pyrrhic victory, where the outcome, despite being a win, feels like a loss because of what had to be sacrificed.

The song also touches on themes of hope and the human desire to make the impossible possible. The repeated lines about not being able to 'touch the stars' or 'make them shine' suggest a yearning for control over the uncontrollable. Yet, the narrator's determination to keep trying 'until the day we die' and the promise 'for you I'll try' indicate a steadfast commitment to hope and effort, despite the odds. 'Ghosts' is a poignant reflection on the complexities of love, loss, and the enduring human spirit that continues to reach for the stars, even when they seem out of grasp.