Hollow
Bjork and Current Value Lyrics
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Hollow, I'm falling down the abyss
Hollow, looking for some answers
Generations of mothers sailing in
Somehow they all were ship folks
Hollow, the ground is opening up
Swallows me up, the trunk of DNA
Come forth, all species
Hollow like a bead in necklace
Thread me upon this chain
I'm part of it, oh
The everlasting necklace
Jewels after jewels after jewels after
Jewels after jewels after jewels
I yearn to belong
Let me belong
Let me belong
The song "Hollow" by Bjork and Current Value could be interpreted as an exploration of ancestry and identity. The repetitive chant of "Hollow" serves to reinforce a sense of emptiness and searching, while the allusion to the "abyss" creates a sense of falling into unknown depths. However, the mention of ancestors having access implies a connection to the past and a desire to understand one's heritage. The phrase "looking for some answers" suggests that this longing for belonging may be fueled by a lack of information or understanding about one's own family history.
The image of "generations of mothers sailing in" also implies a sense of tradition and legacy, as well as a matriarchal lineage that spans multiple generations. The line "somehow they all were ship folks" may be referring to a specific family occupation, but it could also be a metaphor for a life spent navigating the unknown waters of existence. The mention of the "ground opening up" hints at a sense of instability and uncertainty, which is compounded by the idea of being "swallowed up" by the "trunk of DNA." This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the overwhelming nature of ancestral heritage, and the feeling of being swallowed up by the weight of a family history.
The refrain "let me belong" suggests a deep desire for connection and acceptance, a desire to be part of something larger and more enduring. The image of a "necklace" made up of countless "jewels after jewels after jewels" serves to reinforce this sense of interconnectedness, and the idea that each individual is a necessary part of a larger whole. Ultimately, the song speaks to the universal human desire to understand oneself and one's place in the world, and to find a sense of belonging in the face of the vast and complicated tapestry of human history.
Line by Line Meaning
Hollow, my ancestors have access
I feel empty, and it seems that my ancestors have some answers or guidance for me.
Hollow, I'm falling down the abyss
I feel like I'm spiraling down into a dark place, with no hope in sight.
Hollow, looking for some answers
I'm feeling lost and need some guidance to help me find direction.
Generations of mothers sailing in
My family history goes back for generations, and I feel the weight of their experiences and legacies.
Somehow they all were ship folks
My ancestors all seemed to be adventurers or explorers, charting unknown territories and seeking new horizons.
Hollow, the ground is opening up
The world around me seems to be shifting and changing, and I feel like I'm losing my footing.
Swallows me up, the trunk of DNA
I feel like I'm being consumed by my family's history and genetic inheritance.
(The trunk of DNA, trunk)
This is a repetitive line to emphasize the weight of inherited traits and experiences.
Come forth, all species
I'm calling out to all living beings, searching for a sense of connection and belonging.
Hollow like a bead in necklace
I feel empty and insignificant, a small piece of a larger whole.
Thread me upon this chain
Please integrate me into this larger community or lineage.
I'm part of it, oh
I recognize my connection to something greater than myself, and feel a sense of relief and purpose.
The everlasting necklace
This line refers to the collective history of all living beings, and our shared connection to the universe.
Jewels after jewels after jewels after
This is a repetitive line to emphasize the richness and diversity of life.
Jewels after jewels after jewels
This is a repetitive line to emphasize the richness and diversity of life.
I yearn to belong
I crave a sense of community and connectedness.
Let me belong
Please welcome me into this larger community or lineage.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Bjork Gudmundsdottir
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