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Hideaway
Cloud Boat Lyrics
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and i helped as best as i could
but now it's all on top of our heads
you know i couldn't just leave it there
but we tried and he saw
you know the time we stood
and i showed you where i first felt
that the weather and the birds conspire
but we tried and he saw
but you know if you sing that song
then the wolves will come
and they'll scratch right down our door
until you scream for the day to come
it's a heartfelt apology from him to me
that says "you lost, and it's all on top of our heads"
we'll go to the river mouth
where it sings so softly to me
and runs right through our veins
and we learned each other's names
but we tried and he saw
The opening lines of Cloud Boat's song Hideaway describe the aftermath of a difficult and traumatic event, with one person offering support to another. The lyrics suggest that whatever happened was not resolved at the time and has now become overwhelming. The singer alludes to trying to find a solution or a way to cope with the situation, but ultimately feeling powerless. Despite this, they acknowledge their commitment to standing by the other person and not abandoning them.
As the song progresses, the singer reminisces about a past experience with the other person, where they shared a moment of connection and wonder. This brief respite from the troubles of the present is described in vivid terms, with the imagery of the "weather and the birds" as a conspiratorial force creating a sense of enchantment. However, the singer acknowledges that this moment was fleeting and cannot offer a way out of the present situation. Instead, they warn that focusing on the past or romanticizing it will only bring more trouble in the form of the "wolves" that come when you sing that song.
The final verse of the song offers a glimmer of hope in the form of the "river mouth." This image suggests a transformative experience or a connection with something greater than themselves, which offers solace and a sense of unity. The singer mentions that they learned each other's names, which could be read as a symbol of truly seeing and understanding each other. Despite the challenges they face and the possibility of defeat, the final refrain confirms that they tried and someone saw them.
Line by Line Meaning
you know the time you fell
Addressing the incident when you fell and got hurt
and i helped as best as i could
Describing how I did everything in my power to assist you in that moment
but now it's all on top of our heads
Referring to how the issue has snowballed and is now causing us excessive stress
you know i couldn't just leave it there
Stating that I couldn't just ignore the issue and had to intervene
but we tried and he saw
Acknowledging that we attempted to fix the issue but it was still noticeable
you know the time we stood
Referencing a specific moment when we were both present
and i showed you where i first felt
Explaining how I revealed to you where I experienced something for the first time
that the weather and the birds conspire
Contemplating how nature seems to work together in mysterious ways
you know they take these things quite hard
Speculating that the creatures of nature are affected by these mysterious workings
but we tried and he saw
Reiterating that we attempted to figure things out despite the uncertainty
but you know if you sing that song
Warning that if a certain song is sung it may result in negative consequences
then the wolves will come
Illustrating how this song may attract danger
and they'll scratch right down our door
Portraying how the wolves will break through and harm us
until you scream for the day to come
Describing how we would be in agony until daylight arrives
it's a heartfelt apology from him to me
Expressing that an apology was heartfelt and sincere
that says "you lost, and it's all on top of our heads"
Stating that the person is taking the blame and acknowledging how the issue is causing stress
we'll go to the river mouth
Planning on visiting the mouth of the river
where it sings so softly to me
Describing how the river creates a soothing sound
and runs right through our veins
Creating a connection between the river and ourselves
and we learned each other's names
Implies that we formed a bond with the river
but we tried and he saw
Final statement emphasizing that we attempted to fix our issue
Contributed by Kaitlyn A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Blackearth Sindustries Records
What the hell is Marzia? I personally need more Cloud Boat music...
Lyrics:
You know the time you fell
And i helped as best as i could
But now it's all on top of our heads
You know i couldn't just leave it there
But we tried and he saw
You know the time we stood
And i showed you where i first felt
That the weather and the birds conspire
You know they take these things quite hard
But we tried and he saw
But you know if you sing that song
Then the wolves will come
And they'll scratch right down our door
Until you scream for the day to come
It's a heartfelt apology from him to me
That says "you lost, and it's all on top of our heads"
We'll go to the river mouth
Where it sings so softly to me
And runs right through our veins
And we learned each other's names
But we tried and he saw
Salamandees
wonderful song and you guys have a lovely and unique sound in your music. keep up the nice work! <3
fer c
such a great album so complete from track one prelude to the last hallow ,thats why this is one of my favorite bands at the moment please share with everyone who likes music
PositiveLastAction
Model of You is a superb album! Love his song, Golden Lights and Hallow - but the entire album is magnificent!
Julie MacLean
amazing music guys! keep it up :D
Anjoulas
Hey I found this on my own (just a year or two late). Do I get likes now too? è.e
On a serious note though, the music is very soothing to listen to, very relaxing. I enjoy it quite a lot and hope to find more of this from you!
Blackearth Sindustries Records
What the hell is Marzia? I personally need more Cloud Boat music...
Lyrics:
You know the time you fell
And i helped as best as i could
But now it's all on top of our heads
You know i couldn't just leave it there
But we tried and he saw
You know the time we stood
And i showed you where i first felt
That the weather and the birds conspire
You know they take these things quite hard
But we tried and he saw
But you know if you sing that song
Then the wolves will come
And they'll scratch right down our door
Until you scream for the day to come
It's a heartfelt apology from him to me
That says "you lost, and it's all on top of our heads"
We'll go to the river mouth
Where it sings so softly to me
And runs right through our veins
And we learned each other's names
But we tried and he saw
Bethany
I found this thanks to Marzia and i think i am in love! This is so good!
MARCOS PAULO TEODORO DA SILVA
Obrigado!!!
Jenni Wren
wow just wow! Found you through CutiePieMarzia's channel =] brilliant music guys!
chasedbyvvolves
Marzia has a good taste in music