Ambivalence Quote by Echo and the Bunnymen
““In starlit nights I saw you, So cruelly you kissed me. Your lips a magic world, Your sky all hung with jewels. The killing moon Will come too soon. - The Killing Moon ””
About This Quote
Source Song: The Killing Moon, 1984
A poetic lament of love’s fleeting, night‑filled intensity, juxtaposing beauty with impending loss.
In simple terms: Love is beautiful yet fleeting.
Cherish moments before they fade.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- artistic inspiration
- writing
- nighttime contemplation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does night symbolism affect love’s perception?
- Can beauty coexist with inevitable loss?
Romantic longing may idealize pain.