Paradise

The song 'Paradise' by Stick Figure explores the theme of searching for a sense of peace and belonging, which the artist equates to finding one's own paradise. The lyrics convey a journey of self-discovery and the longing for emotional fulfillment. The repeated line 'I hope I can find my paradise' serves as a mantra, emphasizing the yearning for a state of contentment that seems just out of reach.

Throughout the song, the artist grapples with the concepts of hopelessness and reality, suggesting a struggle to understand one's own feelings and desires. The request for 'shelter' and a place 'where we all belong' reflects a universal human need for security and community. The imagery of darkness and light, silence and sound, illustrates the contrasts in life that one must navigate while seeking personal paradise.

The latter part of the song introduces the idea that home, or paradise, is not necessarily a physical location but a state of being, 'home is where the heart is.' The lyrics suggest that the journey to paradise is as much about the process of growth and self-acceptance as it is about the destination. The notion that 'getting lost is being found' encapsulates the idea that through the trials and tribulations of life, one can discover their true self and, in turn, their own version of paradise.