Band of Horses was formed by Ben Bridwell (guitar, vocals) and Mat Brooke (guitar) in 2004 after the break-up of their previous band, Carissa's Wierd. Rob and Creighton were formerly of the mathrock band The New Mexicans before joining Band of Horses. The group initially got attention from Sub Pop records after opening for Iron & Wine in Seattle area shows. In 2005, the band released their debut EP, Band of Horses Tour EP, which was sold exclusively at shows and on Sub Pop's website. Their debut full-length, Everything All the Time was recorded in 2005 with producer Phil Ek and released on March 21, 2006 to generally good reviews.
On July 13, 2006, Band of Horses appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman sans Brooke. As of July 25, 2006, Mat Brooke left Band of Horses to focus more on his other band, Grand Archives, who had also signed to Sub Pop.
The band's second album, Cease to Begin, was released on October 9 2007. The band has recently moved its base of operations from Seattle to Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina
Their album, Infinite Arms, was released in May of 2010.
Their album, Mirage Rock, was released in September 2012.
Their latest album, Why Are You OK? was released in June 2016.
Hag
Band of Horses Lyrics
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You were more than I deserve
After all our shame and suffering
I turned my back to everything I really want
And put you first
Are we really in love, completely in love
Get mention and make your skin start to crawl
It unfolded like a dream
Dazzled by the very thought of it
Like the way dreams are supposed to be
If I'm not what's to come
I will sleep with it
I will carry them on
And we will lose in the end
Only start the whole pattern over again
Over again
Are you truly in love, absolutely in love
You're happy enough
Are you fully in love
If I'm not the point in carrying on
Why spend half the time indifferent
And the other half lone
I will live with my regrets
Learn from mistakes and be done with them
Start the whole thing
Start the whole thing over again
The lyrics of Band of Horses's song "Hag" touch upon themes of self-reflection, love, and the cyclical nature of relationships.
The opening lines, "Your eyes they have this glowing / You were more than I deserve," suggest a sense of admiration and wonder towards the subject of the song. Despite the shame and suffering both the singer and the subject have experienced, the singer has chosen to prioritize the other person's well-being above their own desires. This selfless act is represented by the line, "I turned my back to everything I really want / And put you first."
The chorus delves into doubts about the authenticity and completeness of their relationship, asking, "Are we really in love, completely in love / Get mention and make your skin start to crawl." It questions whether their love is genuine or if it is grounded in superficial matters and desires. The reference to living in Brooklyn and it unfolding like a dream reflects the initial enchantment and excitement that may accompany the beginning stages of a relationship. However, this dream-like state is contrasted with the subsequent line, "Like the way dreams are supposed to be," suggesting a sense of disillusionment or an awareness that the dream-like phase may not endure.
The second verse expands on the singer's perspective, contemplating what their role is in the relationship. The line, "If I'm not what's to come, I will sleep with it," implies a sense of resignation and acceptance if they are not the future the other person is seeking. The verse also touches upon the inevitable ending of relationships, the pattern of losing and starting over again. This cyclical nature is expressed in the line, "And we will lose in the end / Only start the whole pattern over again / Over again."
The final lines highlight the singer's introspection and the need for personal growth and learning from mistakes. They accept their regrets and aim to move forward, indicating a desire to start anew and break the cycle.
Overall, "Hag" explores the complexities of love, selflessness, doubt, and the cyclical nature of relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Your eyes they have this glowing
Your eyes radiate an enchanting brightness
You were more than I deserve
You were of a higher value than I had initially perceived
After all our shame and suffering
Despite enduring humiliation and pain together
I turned my back to everything I really want
I disregarded my true desires and aspirations
And put you first
Choosing to prioritize you above all else
Are we really in love, completely in love
Are we truly experiencing profound and genuine love
Get mention and make your skin start to crawl
Receiving criticism or disapproval that evokes discomfort
Started off living in Brooklyn
Our journey began while residing in Brooklyn
It unfolded like a dream
The course of events revealed itself in a surreal manner
Dazzled by the very thought of it
Overwhelmed by the mere notion of it
Like the way dreams are supposed to be
Similar to the idealized nature of dreams
If I'm not what's to come
If I am not part of the future
I will sleep with it
I will come to terms with that reality and accept it
I will carry them on
I will bear the consequences or burdens of my actions
And we will lose in the end
Ultimately, we will suffer defeat or failure
Only start the whole pattern over again
Merely to repeat the entire cycle once more
Are you truly in love, absolutely in love
Are you genuinely and undeniably immersed in love
You're happy enough
Your current level of happiness is sufficient
Are you fully in love
Are you completely devoted and enamored
If I'm not the point in carrying on
If I am not the reason to continue
Why spend half the time indifferent
Why waste a significant portion being apathetic
And the other half lone
And the remaining time feeling lonely
I will live with my regrets
I will accept and bear the weight of my past mistakes
Learn from mistakes and be done with them
Extract wisdom from errors and move forward
Start the whole thing
Commence the entire process again
Start the whole thing over again
Initiate the complete cycle once more
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BENJAMIN BRIDWELL
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Your eyes they have this glowing
You were more than I deserve
After all our shame and suffering
I turned my back to everything I really want
And put you first
Are we really in love, completely in love
Get mention and make your skin start to crawl
Started off living in Brooklyn
It unfolded like a dream
Dazzled by the very thought of it
Like the way dreams are supposed to be
If I'm not what's to come
I will sleep with it
I will carry them on
And we will lose in the end
Only start the whole pattern over again
Over again
Are you truly in love, absolutely in love
You're happy…
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@chrisrandazzo7974
This may be my favorite song of all time, by one of the best bands of all time.
@TrevorGarford
wouldn't go that far . their first 2 were good. after that not great. and the first song on this album is ripped from david gilmore
@merkinsniffs
first thing I thought of was the blue
@rockinrollinntrollin616
@@TrevorGarford Trevor all music is ripped from somewhere ? but some just present it in different packaging paper ...enjoy the paper !
@DCFCREJ
You have to see them live , one of the best shows ever !
@grwndskore
Going to see them this friday! :D
@ohneehe123
Last tuesday... in Paradiso great show again!
@danwiddon3854
Live, is music at its best. If BoH is still touring, those who get to see them on stage are truly fortunate.
@Warriormedic68
This is a perfect song, released at the perfect time in my life.
Helped me get over "her".
Band of horses for life. They are so underrated it's unbelievable, and I'm fine with it. only those who are worthy should know of their magic.