The imagery of "shadows" and "dust" appears frequently in his work, symbolizing the fleeting nature of life and the traces we leave behind.

: Kennedy often explores the "weight" people carry, whether it's the "weight of the woods" from his upbringing or the emotional burden of past memories written into "scars".

: He has expressed that writing about death is a way to "turn the tables" and gain control over the inevitable, transforming darkness into a "radiance of the moon" that guides the listener. A Legacy of Authenticity Deep Feelings Mix || Dermot Kennedy // Shadows & Dust