Alabaster Daydreams

“Alabaster Daydreams” by Life Is Strange is a poignant exploration of nostalgia, lost love, and the lingering impact of past relationships. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person reflecting on a significant relationship that has since ended. The imagery of “dusty paths” and “roots from home” suggests a journey both literal and metaphorical, where the protagonist is searching for something or someone that once brought meaning to their life.

The recurring mention of “alabaster dreams” and “alabaster daydreams” serves as a metaphor for the purity and fragility of these memories. Alabaster, a white, translucent stone, symbolizes something beautiful yet delicate, much like the dreams and hopes the protagonist once shared with their lost love. The lyrics “Are you well in your heart? Did you find what you lost?” indicate a deep concern and unresolved feelings, highlighting the emotional complexity of moving on from a meaningful relationship.

The song also delves into the theme of unfulfilled potential and the 'what ifs' that haunt the protagonist. Lines like “I moved on so I thought” and “Still I dreamed of what you caught” reveal a sense of incompleteness and a yearning for the grace and truth that the lost love embodied. The setting by the lake and the specific mention of July evoke a sense of timelessness and a moment frozen in memory, emphasizing the lasting impact of that single moment. Through its evocative lyrics and melancholic tone, “Alabaster Daydreams” captures the essence of longing and the bittersweet nature of reminiscing about a love that once was.