Atmosphere Lyrics

Lyric discussion by leamanc 

Cover art for Atmosphere lyrics by Joy Division

To me, this is about depression and how hard it is to carry on normally when depressed. Especially when those around you don't understand that depression is more than just "a case of the blues" or an extended bad mood. It is a medical problem, one that no one wants to have--which is another misconception, that depressed people like to wallow in their misery.

Many seem confused over "Walk in silence/Don't walk away, in silence" like it's some sort of contradiction. Take it a line at a time...walk in silence, BUT don't walk away in silence. In other words, be easy with me, give me space, etc., but don't leave me all alone either.

My Interpretation

Nice interpretation. Thank you.

Nice! Thanks for sharing.