Lyric discussion by Lazuline 

Cover art for Two Coins lyrics by City and Colour

This is a beautiful, introspective song - dark, but strangely hopeful.

The version I listen to has somewhat different lyrics. Posting the lyrics in entirety, as not to have a mess of bits and pieces.

Two Coins

North west is where I'm heading, Underneath the golden sky. I'm searching for wisdom That every man seeks to find

I've got wicked thoughts brewing. Many evil deeds I've done. I'm looking for a reason, For a reason not to run

Cuz I've always been dark With light somewhere in the distance. I've always been dark With light somewhere in the distance

I've got no destination. No place to call my own. I'll explore the constellations, Til I find the cause I'm mean to hold

But come fever or come famine, Come the biting winter cold, Just put two coins upon my eyelids So I can pay the boatman's toll

Cuz I've always been dark With light somewhere in the distance. I've always been dark With light somewhere in the distance

I've been so unforgiving, Stranded in old traditions

Cuz I've always been dark With light somewhere in the distance. I've always been dark With light somewhere in the distance

I've always been dark With light somewhere in the distance. I've always been dark With light somewhere in the distance