When I first heard "Kingdom of Rust," I'll admit it wasn't my favorite song. But the more I listened to it, the more it grew on me, and now it's probably one of my most played songs on iTunes. This could be due to the fact that it's from one of my favorite movies (Zombieland...so excellent), but I think it's mostly due to the fantastic lyrics and the different interpretations you can get from them. I was having a discussion with one of my friends about the song, and he believes it's a very spiritual song talking about the trust you have to have in your god. I, on the other hand, believe it has to do with waiting for someone you love to love you back...whether that love is unrequited or just confusing. Of course, my interpretation might be due to the fact that I'm a college girl, but what are ya gonna do?
In regards to the music video, it's very strong and provides a whole different look at what the song means. In the video you see a man going on a journey somewhere...it was my first impression that he was going to meet a lover, however, as the video comes to an end a flashback shows a father and his children looking out into the ocean. Then, when the flashback is done, the man that traveled so far is seen scattering ashes into the air on a beach. It seems that the band's take on the video is about the loss of a father...perhaps the "kingdom of rust" representing how we grow older and are eventually taken away from this world and the ones we love. Either way you listen to it, the song is very powerful and well done, and I really recommend watching the music video if you can get a chance. As a college student continuously thinking about the future, I love music videos like this that make you really think about life and what's important in the end. Bravo, The Doves!
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