Story Behind The Song
The imagery of amethyst shards, houses of cards, and skeletons suggest that secrets are precious, fragile, and haunting.
Song Description
"Amethyst Shards" explores themes of secrecy and emotional turmoil. The protagonist keeps her hidden truths and feelings locked away, symbolized by a box that she hides in darkness. The imagery of amethyst shards and skeletons suggests that these secrets are both precious and haunting. As the shards fall like houses of cards, it reflects the fragility of her situation. Ultimately, the song conveys a sense of struggle with unspoken thoughts and the idea that some things are better left unsaid.
| Song Length |
3:22 |
Genre |
Folk - Alternative, Pop - General |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Subject |
Sadness, Bad Love |
Similar Artists |
Annie Lennox |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
Amethyst Shards
©2025 Diana Rasmussen
She carries her secrets
around in a box
hides them in darkness
keeps them locked
Amethyst Shards
in the depths of her heart
rattling around
like skeletons
Amethyst shards
are falling down like
houses of cards
Shoves the box
under the bed
some things are not
meant to be said
Amethyst shards
in the depths of her heart
are falling down
like houses of cards
buries her memories
stuffs all her pain
hoping they'll never
come up again
Amethyst Shards
in the depths of her heart
rattling around
like skeletons
Amethyst shards
are falling down like
houses of cards
love is the key that unlocks
Yes love is the key that unlocks
Amethyst Shards
in the depths of her heart
are falling down
Amethyst Shards
in the depths of her heart
are falling down
fragments of herself
locked in darkness
Amethyst shards
falling down like
houses of cards