"The End of Longing" is a poignant acoustic ballad that explores themes of unrequited love, fading connections, and the bittersweet process of moving on. Set to a gentle guitar accompaniment, the song's lyrics paint a picture of a one-sided relationship where communication has broken down. 

The verses depict the singer's attempts to reach out and connect, only to be met with silence and indifference. Imagery of smoke dispersing and echoes fading emphasize the sense of loss and emotional distance. 

The chorus poses the central question of the song - whether falling out of love will end the longing, and if pretending is still an option. This reflects the internal struggle between holding on and letting go.

The bridge introduces a shift in tone, suggesting a growing acceptance that it may be time to move on as the nights grow colder and the emotional distance increases.

"The End of Longing" captures the melancholy and introspection characteristic of the folk and contemporary singer-songwriter genres, offering a relatable exploration of love's complexities and the pain of its potential end.

Lyrics:

Were the words I spoke
Never reaching you?
And I watched the smoke
Disperse into the gloom
Say that love is worth the waiting
But the silence speaks loud
I poured my heart into your hands
But you never saw it

If I fall out of love now
Will the longing ever end?
If I fall out of love now
Can we still pretend?

Every time I call
Echoes fade alone
In an empty hall
Where the memories roam
Say that we'll find our way back someday
But the path is fading
I showed you every piece of me
But you never noticed

If I fall out of love now
Will the longing ever end?
If I fall out of love now
Can we still pretend?

And the nights grow colder
As the distance grows
Every word feels older
It's time to let it go

If I fall out of love now
Will the longing ever end?
If I fall out of love now
Can we still pretend?

The End of Longing

Xak Stahl: Alchemist of Sound, Architect of Emotion

Xak Stahl is a genre-blurring music artist, sonic storyteller, and relentless experimenter. Every track he creates is a new world—a kaleidoscope of indie folk, alt-pop, electronica, and global flavors—infused with raw emotion and boundless curiosity. Xak’s music isn’t just heard; it’s felt.

From Shadow to Spotlight

For Xak, music is metamorphosis. His journey began in the shadows, transmuting heartbreak and struggle into songs that glow with hope. Early anthems like “Neon Dreams” and “Rising Through the Darkness” invite listeners to find their own light. His newest project, Major Arcana, channels the mysteries of the Tarot—each song an archetype, each lyric a step along the path from the Fool’s first leap to the wisdom of The World.

More Than Music: A Multisensory Universe

But Xak isn’t confined to sound. As a visual artist and writer, he crafts immersive stories that spill across genres and languages—sometimes haunting, sometimes playful, always honest. Whether he’s conjuring lush soundscapes, weaving bilingual lyrics, or creating striking visuals, Xak’s art dares you to feel deeper and dream wilder.

An Invitation to Transformation

Join Xak Stahl on a sonic odyssey that blurs borders—between genres, between artforms, between you and the music. Each release is an invitation to explore, to heal, to become. For Xak, every song is a spell, every album a universe. The only question is: are you ready to step inside?

The End of Longing

XAK STAHL