Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: show-tunes
Song Meaning of “Final Instructions to the Audience” by Nathan Lane
“Final Instructions to the Audience” speaks to the audience about the importance of seizing the present moment and recognizing the beauty of life, despite its inevitable end. The narrator encourages the listener to cherish the present time and make the most out of it, while accepting the fact that death is the great equalizer and one day, they too will die. Despite how difficult it may be to come to terms with the certainty of death, the narrator provides hints of hope and assurance that although life may be fleeting, if one pays close attention to the beauty within the present moment, death will not seem as daunting or bleak.
The upbeat instrumentation of the song further emphasizes the importance of living life to the fullest, and the lyrics are almost designed to pull the listener out of their depressive mood and encourage them to make the most of their life, while they still have it. The result is a motivational piece of work urging the listener to take action and seize the day, despite any opposition they may face. The song is ultimately a reminder that life, and all its jubilant moments, is temporary and must be cherished while we still have it.