The song "Dust of Time" by Hawkwind touches on themes of both the past and the future. The lyrics suggest that the protagonist is waiting in a valley of creation, observing the current state of the nation. He is the son of a father who he is not related to, and is frozen in a bank of ice. The essence of his being is liberated, however, suggesting a future beyond the frozen state. The song looks from the future into the past, where the footprints of awareness approach quickly. The lyrics suggest that there are queues of sterile mothers waiting for inspection and that the population is diminished. Everywhere there is rejection. The title, "Dust of Time," refers to how quickly time passes, and how fleeting life can be. The song suggests that the protagonist catches a fleeting glimpse of life, only to have it gone in a sigh. Overall, "Dust of Time" explores the vast expanse of time, and how our actions in the present can have a profound impact on the future. It is a call to action to make the most of our brief time on this earth.
