Waiting For The Sun

The Doors' song 'Waiting For The Sun' is a poetic exploration of anticipation and the desire for a transformative experience. The lyrics evoke a sense of yearning for change and the arrival of a new consciousness, symbolized by the sun. The opening lines, 'At first flash of Eden, we race down to the sea / Standing there on freedom's shore,' suggest a return to an innocent, Edenic state and a longing for liberation, with the sea representing the vast possibilities of life.

The repetition of the phrase 'Waiting for the Sun' throughout the song emphasizes the theme of expectation. The sun here is not just a celestial body but a metaphor for enlightenment, warmth, and the promise of a new beginning. The mention of spring, a season often associated with rebirth and renewal, reinforces the idea that a significant change is imminent. The sun's 'scattered' nature could imply the fragmented reality of the human condition, and the desire to live fully within it.

The song also touches on personal connection and the human experience, as the lyrics shift to a more intimate tone with 'Waiting for you to come along / Waiting for you to hear my song.' This suggests a longing for companionship and understanding in the midst of waiting for the larger, existential transformation. The line 'This is the strangest life I've ever known' reflects a moment of self-awareness and the peculiarity of existence, which is heightened by the anticipation of the unknown that the sun represents.