Houses Of The Holy
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Can I take you to the show
Let me be yours ever truly
Can I make your garden grow
From the houses of the holy, we can watch the white doves go
From the door comes satan's daughter, and it only goes to show, you know
Let me wander in your garden and the seeds of love I'll sow you know
So the world is spinning faster are you dizzy when you're stoned
Let the music be your master will you heed the master's call
Oh Satan and man
Said there ain't no use in crying 'cause it will only, only drive you mad
Does it hurt to hear them lying?
Was this the only world you had? oh oh
So let me take you, take you to the movie
Can I take you, baby, to the show
Why don't you let me be yours ever truly
Can I make your garden grow, you know
The lyrics to Led Zeppelin's "Houses of the Holy" are open to interpretation, but at its core, the song seems to be about the power of music and love. The first stanza invokes the image of romantic courtship ("Can I take you to the show/ Let me be yours ever truly/ Can I make your garden grow"), but this is quickly juxtaposed in the second stanza with darker imagery of temptation ("From the houses of the holy, we can watch the white doves go/ From the door comes Satan's daughter, and it only goes to show, you know"). This contrast between light and dark themes continues throughout the song, with references to angels and swords of gold alongside images of fast-spinning worlds, dizzying highs, and the devil himself.
Overall, "Houses of the Holy" seems to suggest that music and love can be both light and dark, and that we must be careful not to let ourselves be consumed by one or the other. The final lines, "So let me take you, take you to the movie/ Can I take you, baby, to the show/ Why don't you let me be yours ever truly/ Can I make your garden grow, you know," suggest that the real power of music and love lies in their ability to create and cultivate beauty in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me take you to the movies
I want to share an experience with you, to take you on a journey to have fun and be entertained
Can I take you to the show
Can I show you something exciting or interesting, something that will captivate your attention and make you feel alive
Let me be yours ever truly
I want to be your partner, your confidant, your supporter, your true love that will stick with you through thick and thin
Can I make your garden grow
Can I help you cultivate and nurture a beautiful, thriving garden of love and happiness in your life
From the houses of the holy, we can watch the white doves go
From a sacred, spiritual place, we can witness the peace and beauty of the world and feel connected to something greater than ourselves
From the door comes satan's daughter, and it only goes to show, you know
Evil and temptation can come from unexpected places and can challenge our beliefs and values, but we must remain vigilant and true to ourselves
There's an angel on my shoulder, in my hand a sword of gold
I have both divine guidance and the strength to fight against negativity and darkness in my life
Let me wander in your garden and the seeds of love I'll sow you know
Allow me to explore your heart and soul and plant the seeds of love and affection, so that a beautiful relationship can bloom and flourish
So the world is spinning faster are you dizzy when you're stoned
The pace of life can be confusing and disorienting, especially when you're under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Let the music be your master will you heed the master's call
Let yourself be carried away by the power and beauty of music, and let it inspire and uplift you to be the best version of yourself
Oh Satan and man
Referring to the ongoing battle between good and evil, between the temptations of the devil and the will of mankind
Said there ain't no use in crying 'cause it will only, only drive you mad
Crying and dwelling on sadness or regrets can only lead to madness and despair, so it's better to focus on positive actions and hope for the future
Does it hurt to hear them lying?
It can be painful and frustrating to hear people spread falsehoods or gossip about you, but ultimately it's better to rise above it and not let it affect you
Was this the only world you had? oh oh
Referring to the idea of an afterlife or a higher purpose beyond the physical world, suggesting that there might be more to life than what we see
So let me take you, take you to the movie
Reiterating the desire to share an experience with someone, to spend time together and enjoy each other's company
Can I take you, baby, to the show
Asking for permission to introduce someone to something new and exciting, and adding a term of endearment to express affection
Why don't you let me be yours ever truly
Continuing the theme of partnership and devotion, and inviting someone to open their heart and let love in
Can I make your garden grow, you know
Reiterating the desire to help someone create a fulfilling and joyful life, and expressing confidence in the ability to do so
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JIMMY PAGE, ROBERT PLANT
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