is k… Read Full Bio ↴Alexander Ebert is an American singer-songwriter born May 12, 1978
is known for being the lead singer and songwriter of the American band
Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros
with which he composed three studio albums:
Up from Below (2009)
Here (2012)
Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros (2013)
Alexander Ebert released a solo album in 2011 titled "Alexander"
In 2013 he composed the soundtrack for the movie "All is Lost" starring Robert Redford.
Also in 2013 he won a Grammy with Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros for the video / documentary Big Easy Express.
January 12, 2014 Alex Ebert was honored with a Golden Globe for best soundtrack in a movie, "All is Lost"
Previously he was the leader of the band Ima Robot
Ima Robot (2003)
Monument to the Masses (2006)
Another Man's Treasure (2010)
Glimpses
Alexander Ebert Lyrics
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But it didn′t last, beyond the day
I've had glimpses around the bend
But in the morning, I start again
I feel the sun, hot on my face
And I hear my blood giving way
I′ve had some glimpses around the bend
Now mama I′m so tired, from the bullshit
(Mama yeah yeah)
And my soul cried, from the bullshit
(Mama yeah)
And I′m so tried,
But I know I'll make it with you by my side
Perhaps I′m crazy
Still I'm thinking, there is change in the air
We were trying together
Now we′re trying just to care
Now if we find peace
Oh let it stay
Let it last beyond the day
I've had glimpses of our tomorrow
But Lord if I didn′t I'd kill myself today
Now mama I'm so tried, from the bullshit
Mama yeah, yeah
My soul cried from the bullshit
Mama yeah
I′m so tired
But I know I′ll make it with you by my side
The song "Glimpses" by Alexander Ebert seems to be a reflection on the struggle of finding inner peace and managing the turmoil of life. The lyrics suggest that the singer has found moments of peace, but they are short-lived and do not last beyond the present day. Despite the frustration and weariness expressed in the song, the singer holds hope for change and clings to the idea that their partner provides an anchor of support.
The lines "I've had glimpses around the bend / But in the morning, I start again" suggests that the singer has had moments of clarity and insight into their path forward, but those moments are fleeting and quickly give way to the confusion and challenges of daily life. The repetition of the lines "I'm so tired" and "My soul cried from the bullshit" convey a sense of exhaustion and frustration with the never-ending struggle of life.
The chorus of the song is a plea directed toward the singer's mother, whom they identify as a source of support and comfort. The line "But I know I'll make it with you by my side" implies that the singer draws strength and hope from their relationship with their mother.
Line by Line Meaning
I found peace, in my way
I discovered my own way to find peace.
But it didn't last, beyond the day
Unfortunately, that peace was only temporary.
I've had glimpses around the bend
I've had brief moments of hope and clarity about the future.
But in the morning, I start again
Despite those moments, every morning I wake up and have to face the struggles of a new day.
I feel the sun, hot on my face
I am aware of the warmth and intensity of the present moment.
And I hear my blood giving way
I can feel the physical toll that stress and hardship are taking on my body.
You know if I didn't, I'd have killed myself today
If I hadn't had those glimpses of hope and moments of peace, I might not have been able to keep going.
Now mama I'm so tired, from the bullshit (Mama yeah yeah)
I am exhausted from the challenges and difficulties I have faced.
And my soul cried, from the bullshit (Mama yeah)
My spirit has been deeply affected by the hardships I have endured.
But I know I'll make it with you by my side
I have hope that with the support of loved ones, I can continue to persevere.
Perhaps I'm crazy
I acknowledge that my thoughts and feelings may not always be rational.
Still I'm thinking, there is change in the air
Despite everything, I sense that things are shifting and that there may be brighter times ahead.
We were trying together
We were working as a team to overcome challenges.
Now we're trying just to care
Now, we are simply trying to show empathy and compassion for each other.
Now if we find peace, oh let it stay
If we are able to find peace, I hope it will be a lasting state rather than a fleeting moment.
I've had glimpses of our tomorrow
I have seen brief visions of what the future might hold.
But Lord if I didn't I'd kill myself today
Without the hope and optimism I have glimpsed, I might not be able to go on.
My soul cried from the bullshit (Mama yeah)
My inner being has been deeply affected by the difficult things I have experienced.
I'm so tired
I am completely worn out from dealing with life's challenges.
But I know I'll make it with you by my side
Despite my fatigue and weariness, I am certain that I can keep going as long as I have the support of my loved ones.
Writer(s): Alexander Ebert
Contributed by Lila S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@wrestlerfan99
I found peace, in my way
But it didn't last, beyond the day
I've had glimpses of 'round the bend
But in the morning, I start again
I feel the sun, hot on my face (mmhm)
And I hear my blood giving way
I've had some glimpses of 'round the bend
You know if I didn't, I'd have killed myself today
Now mama I'm so tired, from the bullsh*t
(Mama yea yea)
My soul cried, from the bullsh*t
(Mama yea)
And I'm so tired,
But I know I'll make it with you by my side
Mmhm
Perhaps I'm crazy
Still I'm thinking, there is change in the air
We were trying together (mmhm)
Now we're trying just to care
Now if we find peace
Oh, let it stay
Let it last beyond the day
I've had glimpses of our tomorrow
But Lord if I didn't, I'd kill myself today
Now mama I'm so tried, from the bullsh*t
(Mama yea yea)
My soul cried, from the bullsh*t
(Mama yea)
And I'm so tired
I know I'll make it with you by my side
(Yeah, oooooo)
@ashlihollander4530
I found peace in my way
But it didn’t last beyond the day
I’ve had glimpses around the bend
But in the morning I start again
I feel the sun hot on my face
Mhm
And I hear my blood givin way
But I’ve had some glimpses
Around the bend
Yeah
You know if I didn’t I’d killed myself today
Now momma I’m so tired from the bullshit
Momma yeah yeah
And my soul cries from the bullshit
Momma yeah
And I’m so tired
But I know I’ll make it with you by my side
Perhaps I’m crazy
Still I’m thinkin there is change in the air
We were tryin to get there
Mhm
Now we’re tryin just to care
Now if we find peace
Oh god let it change
Let it last beyond the day
I’ve had glimpses about tomorrow
But lord if I didn’t I’d killed myself today
Now momma I’m so tired from the bullshit
Momma yeah yeah
And my soul cries from the bullshit
Momma yeah
And I’m so tired
But I’ll know I’ll make it with you by my side
Yes yeah
Ohhhhhh
@alexickes442
I found peace in my way,
but it didn't last,
beyond the day.
I've had glimpses
around the bend
but in the morning I start again
I feel the sun ,
hot on my face
and I feel my heaart giving way,
and I've had some glimpses
around the bend
you know if I didn't,
I'd killed myself today.
now momma i'm so tiiired
from the bullshit, I couldn't follow it anymore, but Alexander Ebert speaks to me like crazy, I love the way everything sounds and how it melds around in my head...
@steveswensen3116
Thank you Alex, for giving depression not only a voice, but more importantly, the deepest of feelings. Never have I heard such pain captured more beautifully, yet inspirationally too. To anybody struggling right now, PLEASE hold on...you are stronger than you realize & worth so much more than you know. If you know someone hurting, please don't hold back or wait, every one of us is worthy of our own glimpses.
@Clarkwork
What a great thoughtful reply. I agree on your sentiment
@alysmarcus7747
yup, this is my 'go to ' when i'm so fed up i don't want to speak.
@wrestlerfan99
I found peace, in my way
But it didn't last, beyond the day
I've had glimpses of 'round the bend
But in the morning, I start again
I feel the sun, hot on my face (mmhm)
And I hear my blood giving way
I've had some glimpses of 'round the bend
You know if I didn't, I'd have killed myself today
Now mama I'm so tired, from the bullsh*t
(Mama yea yea)
My soul cried, from the bullsh*t
(Mama yea)
And I'm so tired,
But I know I'll make it with you by my side
Mmhm
Perhaps I'm crazy
Still I'm thinking, there is change in the air
We were trying together (mmhm)
Now we're trying just to care
Now if we find peace
Oh, let it stay
Let it last beyond the day
I've had glimpses of our tomorrow
But Lord if I didn't, I'd kill myself today
Now mama I'm so tried, from the bullsh*t
(Mama yea yea)
My soul cried, from the bullsh*t
(Mama yea)
And I'm so tired
I know I'll make it with you by my side
(Yeah, oooooo)
@vittoriademaurizi7537
❤
@p4n1k49
🖤
@Driveslowhommy
I have found peace beyond the day with this man's soulful voice.
@richardtosland9570
I absolutely love this song. It has the oldies feel with words that move the soul in today's world. It is genuine, emotion felt music. The rhythm goes up when I feel like I want it too, and back down....just perfect. This and "truth" are his best
@zippL0ck
Just cant get enough of this man & his music/message. Love Love Love it .
@musicsoups
This voice is so beautiful it has imbeded in my soul xx