-Nick Johnson: Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
-Nate Gangelhoff: Bass
-Jeff Matika: Rhythm Guitar, Vocals
-Dan Elston-Jones: Drums
Northern Skyline
Banner Pilot Lyrics
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And I can feel you waste away
The bets are long, I want to get it wrong with you
It's such a goddamn beautiful day
To hell with red lights, driving on
An open cage, this bird has gone
But I can't leave this town if you're not with me
I've been fighting boredom and routine
I'll trade the white for forest green
But I can't leave this town if you're not with me
If you're not with me, we'll see
Crimson skies, drinking oceans dry
Not where the salt paints colors gray
It clouds your eyes, take what hasn't died with you
I've got a map, sleep all the way, I've got a map, sleep all the way
To hell with red lights, driving on
An open cage, this bird has gone
But I can't leave this town if you're not with me
If you're not with me
I've been fighting boredom and routine
I'll trade the white for forest green
But I can't leave this town if you're not with me
If you're not with me, I'm lost
I marked a place worth going to
Cue the brightest moon, kill the city lights now
The coast is clear, an amazing view
Cue the brightest moon, kill the city lights now
We've got your luck to see us through
Cue the brightest moon, kill the city lights now
We'll keep on running through the warning signs
It beats sitting here all the time
And at the crosstown, disappear behind
The northern skyline
We'll keep on running through the warning signs
It beats sitting here all the time
And at the crosstown, disappear behind
The northern skyline
The lyrics to Banner Pilot's "Northern Skyline" are a longing to break out of the monotony of everyday life and explore the world with someone else. The singer is stuck in a town and wants to leave, but cannot bring himself to do so without his partner. The first verse sets up the scene of people in suits and ties scraping against the sky, which contrasts with the singer's desire to break free. He wants to "get it wrong" with his partner, to take a chance and live in the moment. The second verse paints a picture of taking off on a road trip, disregarding the rules of the road, and escaping the cage of everyday life.
Line by Line Meaning
Scraping skies with shirts and ties
And I can feel you waste away
Wearing formal attire like shirts and ties, we are soaring high up in the sky. I can sense that you are withering away and not enjoying life to the fullest.
The bets are long, I want to get it wrong with you
It's such a goddamn beautiful day
We are taking a long shot or risk with each other, hoping to fail and learn from it together. Despite this gamble, it's an incredibly beautiful day.
To hell with red lights, driving on
An open cage, this bird has gone
But I can't leave this town if you're not with me
If you're not with me
Ignoring traffic lights, we are driving forward without any restrictions. We have the freedom to go anywhere, yet I cannot leave this town without you. Your presence is essential for me.
I've been fighting boredom and routine
I'll trade the white for forest green
But I can't leave this town if you're not with me
If you're not with me, we'll see
I have been struggling with the monotony and predictability of life. I'm willing to exchange the plain and mundane for the lush greenery of the forest. However, it all depends on you, as I cannot embark on this adventure alone.
Crimson skies, drinking oceans dry
Not where the salt paints colors gray
It clouds your eyes, take what hasn't died with you
I've got a map, sleep all the way, I've got a map, sleep all the way
The skies are painted red as we consume the vast oceans. We are not where sorrow and despair cast a shadow over everything. The beauty of the world is overwhelming to the point of bringing tears to your eyes. Take your memories, leave behind the hurt. I have a map and we can sleep through the journey.
I've been fighting boredom and routine
I'll trade the white for forest green
But I can't leave this town if you're not with me
If you're not with me, I'm lost
I have been battling against the repetitive and mundane aspects of my everyday life. I'm willing to exchange the monotony for the vibrant foliage of the forest. However, I cannot leave this town without you, for I am lost without your companionship.
I marked a place worth going to
Cue the brightest moon, kill the city lights now
The coast is clear, an amazing view
Cue the brightest moon, kill the city lights now
We've got your luck to see us through
Cue the brightest moon, kill the city lights now
I have found a destination that is worth visiting. The full moon shines brilliantly while the city lights fade away. The area is free from any disturbances, offering a breathtaking panorama. We have good fortune on our side to make this trip successful.
We'll keep on running through the warning signs
It beats sitting here all the time
And at the crosstown, disappear behind
The northern skyline
We are disregarding the warning signs and taking a risk by moving forward. It's better than just waiting here at a standstill. As we cross the intersection, we vanish into the distance behind the northern skyline.
We'll keep on running through the warning signs
It beats sitting here all the time
And at the crosstown, disappear behind
The northern skyline
We are ignoring the cautionary signals and continuing to move ahead, as it's more preferable to remain stationary. As we cross the junction, we disappear into the distance behind the northern horizon.
Contributed by Alexander A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.