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Chalk FarM's 4 original members are back together, playing regularly in the Los Angeles area, and are recording a new collection of songs for release in 2011.
Chalk FarM was an alternative rock group from LA, formed in the early 90's by Michael Duff and Orlando Sims. In 1995, they added Toby Scarbrough and Trace Ritter and were signed by Columbia Records. In 1996 their first album, Notwithstanding, was released. Despite radio and MTV exposure for the song "Lie on Lie" and a positive critical reception, the band and label didn't see eye to eye and Chalk FarM left Columbia Records. Duff created the independent label TIC (The Inner Circle) Records and the group recorded their second album, Three 2's, promoting it mainly via the Internet. Chalk FarM broke up in early 2000.
Hey
Chalk Farm Lyrics
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while the water rises
in a stream
helpless
as my indecision's
drowning me
tripping
clearly see
speechless
when a word would save me
it's words i fear
if i falter
would you help me make it right
if i run for shelter
will you hold me for the night
if i trust you
will it help me see the light
i've lived my life alone
i've learned my lesson
reaching
out to no one who can
give me help
feeling
for the candle as i
burn myself
if i falter
would you help me make it right
if i run for shelter
will you hold me for the night
if i trust you
will it help me see the light
i've lived my life alone
i've learned my lesson
i've learned my lesson
stop and overcompensate
for all the times
that you've been afraid
the world's become a conversation
close the door
somebody just might hear you
never break the silence
never break the law
never let them in
it seems so complicated
it's not all us
The lyrics to Chalk Farm's song Hey depict the struggle of an individual who is struggling with indecision, fear of words, and a feeling of being alone. The opening lines describe the metaphorical sinking of the individual while the water rises in a stream, representing the feeling of being overwhelmed and helpless. The next lines reflect the struggle to see things clearly and speak up when words are needed. The fear of words is further emphasized as the individual is speechless even when a word could save them.
The chorus of the song is a plea for help and acceptance. The individual asks if others will help them if they falter, run for shelter or trust them. The final lines of the chorus, "i've lived my life alone, i've learned my lesson," signify a realization of the need for human connection and a willingness to trust others. The last verse highlights the fear of breaking the silence and the law, and the difficulty of navigating complicated situations.
Overall, the lyrics to Hey present a relatable and poignant portrayal of the struggle to make decisions, speak up, and the need for connection and trust. It emphasizes the need for others to support and accept us in times of difficulty.
Line by Line Meaning
sinking
Feeling like I'm being pulled down into an abyss of uncertainty and fear.
while the water rises
As my problems mount and threaten to overwhelm me.
in a stream
A constant and unrelenting flow of difficulty and challenge.
helpless
Unable to take control of my situation and feeling at the mercy of the circumstances.
as my indecision's
My inability to make a clear choice or decision that would help me move forward.
drowning me
Slowly suffocating and crushing me under the weight of my own uncertainty and fear.
tripping
Making mistakes and stumbling over obstacles that should be easy to navigate.
over things that i should
Small problems or issues that I should be able to handle with ease.
clearly see
If only I were able to focus and pay attention to what's in front of me.
speechless
Having no words to articulate what I'm feeling or experiencing.
when a word would save me
If only I knew what to say or how to communicate my needs, I might be able to get the help I need.
it's words i fear
Feeling intimidated or scared about expressing myself and being vulnerable with others.
if i falter
If I fail or fall short in my attempts to overcome my challenges.
would you help me make it right
Asking for someone else's support and guidance in order to get back on track.
if i run for shelter
If I retreat into myself and try to avoid my problems.
will you hold me for the night
Asking for comfort and reassurance during a difficult time.
if i trust you
If I rely on someone else to help me through my problems.
will it help me see the light
Wondering if trusting others will ultimately lead to me finding a way out of my difficulties.
i've lived my life alone
Feeling isolated and cut off from others who might be able to help me.
i've learned my lesson
Acknowledging that I've made mistakes and hopefully gained some wisdom from my experiences.
stop and overcompensate
Trying too hard to make up for past mistakes or fears by being too cautious or rigid.
for all the times
Reflecting on past experiences and feeling weighed down by them.
that you've been afraid
Feeling scared and uncertain about the future based on past experiences.
the world's become a conversation
Feeling like the entire world is talking or moving around me, and I can't keep up.
close the door
Shielding myself from the outside world and feeling safe within my own space.
somebody just might hear you
Feeling like I'm being watched or judged by others, even when I'm alone.
never break the silence
Staying quiet and avoiding communication with others in order to avoid conflict or criticism.
never break the law
Following the rules and social norms in order to fit in and be accepted by society.
never let them in
Avoiding emotional intimacy with others and keeping them at a distance.
it seems so complicated
Feeling overwhelmed and unsure about how to navigate the complexities of life.
it's not all us
Recognizing that sometimes the challenges we face are not entirely our fault, and there may be external factors that contribute to them.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL DUFF, ORLANDO SIMS, TOBY SCARBROUGH, TRACE RITTER
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