Oh, love is shaped like cities burning,nSoot and ash is stretched betweennThe sea and sky; these lonely islandsnKiss the buildings, black and silent.nnHere my eyes look towards the brightestnPoint of light, like some great sign.nAnd know the love--nI was reminded of the time I almost died.nBut do remind you close your eyelids,nSee the fine good colors that are left behindnLike flaming fingers tracing lines.nnOh, love is shaped like cities burning,nSifting through the ashes after.nWe will find your life in laughter,nOh, the black and breathing rapture.