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mountain
(((О))) Lyrics
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so tragically its fragile I'm waiting for it to fall
enormous mass it's made of glass instead of with a substance that's stronger
you thought that it would hold me I can't take it any longer
[Chorus]
I'm gonna break out, I'm gonna break out
I'm gonna take all of my love back on the way out
I'm gonna take all of my love back on the way out
I'm free now, I'm gonna break out
I'm gonna take all of my love back on the way out
The fortress of our trust, a mirage of a mighty mound
I let you build around me above me it seems profound
But much to my surprise it receives a little hit and it crumbles
I'm leaning at the core, no support, all I can do is stumble
[Chorus]
A streak of light exposes all the glass
For stone this mountain can no longer pass
The confidence we shared has been a facade
I'm breaking out and leaving only the shards
Formidable destruction surrounding me only looks
I bust right through the glass, one attempt and that's all it took
I wanted to remain feeling safe, but it just can't sustain me
It feels more like a trap, gotta break out won't let it contain me
Ah, here I go.
[Chorus]
The song "Mountain" by (((О))) seems to be about a relationship or a trust that was built with someone, but as time went by, it became clear that it was not strong enough. The composition starts with the singer looking up the mountain, admiring its height but fearing its fragility. The mountain, often seen as a symbol of strength and steadfastness, is, in this case, a weak structure because it is made of glass. Similarly, the fortress of their trust that the singer allowed someone to build around her was flimsy and could crumble at any moment. A little hit, and the facade comes down, leaving her no support to lean on, making her stumble.
The singer knows she must break out and take all her love back before she can move forward. She speaks of the confidence they shared, which was more of a facade. A streak of light exposes all the glass, making it clear that the trust they built has been a fraud. She breaks through the glass, wanting to feel safe but realizing that it can no longer sustain her. She feels trapped, so she has to break out as she sings, "Ah, here I go."
Overall, the song "Mountain" is about the fragile nature of trust and relationships built on weak foundations. It highlights the importance of building trust on honest, transparent, and solid foundations.
Line by Line Meaning
I look up on this mountain and marvel it seems so tall
Looking at this mountain, it appears to be incredibly towering and impressive.
So tragically it's fragile I'm waiting for it to fall
Despite its impressive appearance, the mountain is actually very delicate and prone to collapse.
Enormous mass it's made of glass instead of with a substance that's stronger
Despite its size, the mountain is actually made of fragile glass, which is not a strong material to build with.
You thought that it would hold me I can't take it any longer
Although it was expected that the mountain would be strong enough to support me, it turns out that it is not reliable and I cannot continue to depend on it.
I'm gonna break out, I'm gonna break out
I have decided to break free from this situation.
I'm gonna take all of my love back on the way out
As I leave, I plan to take back all of the love and emotion that I had invested in this fragile and unreliable situation.
The fortress of our trust, a mirage of a mighty mound
Although there appeared to be a strong foundation of trust, it was actually just an illusion that was easily shattered.
I let you build around me above me it seems profound
I allowed myself to be surrounded and protected by this illusion of a strong foundation.
But much to my surprise it receives a little hit and it crumbles
Despite thinking that the foundation was strong, it was actually very weak and crumbled easily at the slightest impact.
I'm leaning at the core, no support, all I can do is stumble
Without the illusion of a strong foundation to lean on, I am left feeling unsteady and unsupported as I try to navigate through this situation.
A streak of light exposes all the glass
A sudden realization reveals the true nature of the fragile glass mountain.
For stone this mountain can no longer pass
Now that the true nature of the mountain has been revealed, it is clear that it no longer meets the standards of what a strong foundation should be made of.
The confidence we shared has been a facade
What appeared to be a strong sense of confidence was actually just an illusion, and the reality of the situation is much different.
I'm breaking out and leaving only the shards
As I break free from this fragile situation, all that is left behind are the broken pieces of the illusion that once held me.
It feels more like a trap, gotta break out won't let it contain me
Rather than feeling like a reliable foundation, this situation now feels like a trap that is holding me back, and I am determined to break free from it.
Ah, here I go.
With this newfound determination, I am ready to break free from the situation once and for all.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: D'ANGELO, KENDRA FOSTER, NICK MOVSHON, MARK RONSON, ANTHONY ROSSOMANDO, HOMER STEINWEISS
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@paulrevere2379
He who wins of a day
some noble prize
in the rich years of his youth
is raised high with hope
his manhood takes wings
He has in his heart
what is better than wealth.
But brief is the season of man's
delight. Soon it falls to the ground.
Some decision uproots it.
Thing of a day, such is man
the shadow of a dream,
but when God given splendor
visits him, a bright radiance
plays over him,
and how sweet is life.
- A Victory Ode of Pindar
@SantaCruzHappy1
This is absolutely breathtaking and riveting (those climbers!!!) ! The cinematography, symphonic accompaniment and gentle narration are so perfectly orchestrated! Lovely! Thank you!
@willbarker1693
I'm deaf
@rudybigboote3883
I love nature documentaries, particularly those about mountain climbing, and this is by far the best one I have ever seen!
@idahoman325
Hmmm big boots to fill but let's give it a go , thanks.
@rebekkahwarner9953
Me to have seen a lot and can't wait to see this one per your recommendation
@rudybigboote3883
@@rebekkahwarner9953 so, did you like it?
@catholiccrusader5328
I second that motion, Rudy.
@overrooftops2855
Incredible film editing, high quality clips, excellent commentary and narration, researched completely and interestingly. And to think I was going to watch yet another action movie tonight. Glad I stopped by. Thank you for an excellent visual reality.
@taraemcintyre
The writing in this film is absolutely top notch, poetry. Perfectly captures the Siren Song. And the cinematography is GORGEOUS. One of the best high mountain documentaries I've seen, and it feels like I've seen them all. 10/10
@georgepan4355
A beautiful symphony of the earth! The best I've listened so far. Thank you!