Blueboy's songwriting touches on the timeless indie-pop motifs of intimacy and vulnerability, with a modicum of sexual ambiguity, both in lyrics and cover artwork. Their sound combines the jangly guitar-based pop sound of their genre with elements of bossa nova and shoegazer.
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Hit
Blueboy Lyrics
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i knew your father as well
when they were happy
shining torches in the children's eyes
why do you ask? there is nothing to add
fame startled you
hit the booze, hit your dad
now showbiz beckons and i can see it all for myself
the yellow brick road leading down to ill health
oh my ill health oh my ill health
why do you ask? there is nothing to add
fame startled you
hit the booze, hit your dad
why do you ask?
there is nothing to add
fame startled you
hit the booze, hit your dad
why do you ask? there is nothing to add
fame startled you
hit the booze, hit your dad
fame startled you
The song "Hit" by Blueboy is a melancholic reflection on the effects of fame on individuals and their families. The lyrics speak directly to someone who has experienced the dark side of fame and the toll it takes on them and their loved ones. The singer mentions knowing the person's mother and father when they were happy and carefree, but now they have been hit hard by fame, and it has led them to hit the booze and even their father. The singer acknowledges that they can see the person heading down a dangerous path filled with drugs, glitter, and ill health.
The lyrics show a deep sense of concern for the person and their well-being. It suggests that fame is not always glamorous and can have serious consequences. The singer seems to want to remind the person of their past and happier times to bring them back to reality and perhaps even help them break away from the negative influences of fame.
Overall, "Hit" is a poignant and introspective song that explores the darker side of fame and its impact on individuals and their families.
Line by Line Meaning
i knew your mother
I was acquainted with your mother in the past.
i knew your father as well
I also knew your father during that time.
when they were happy
Back then, your parents were content with their lives.
shining torches in the children's eyes
They were guiding and inspiring children towards a positive future.
why do you ask? there is nothing to add
You seem inquisitive but I have no additional information to offer.
fame startled you
Your sudden rise to fame has caught you off guard.
hit the booze, hit your dad
As a result, you've turned to alcohol and become estranged from your father, who may have been a negative influence.
now showbiz beckons and i can see it all for myself
You've been pulled into the world of showbiz, exposing the harsh realities of it all.
the drugs and glitter
It's a world of substance abuse and superficiality.
the yellow brick road leading down to ill health
This journey towards stardom may be detrimental to your health.
oh my ill health oh my ill health
You've recognized the negative impact this lifestyle is having on your body.
why do you ask?
You're repeating your questions, but there's still nothing more to add.
there is nothing to add
I have no new insights to provide.
fame startled you
You're still coming to terms with your fame.
hit the booze, hit your dad
Your coping mechanisms have led to alcoholism and further strained your relationship with your father.
why do you ask? there is nothing to add
You're asking questions again, but I still have no fresher perspective to offer.
fame startled you
The sudden rise to stardom has left you bewildered.
Contributed by Austin C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.