Codeseven was formed in 1995 as a melodic hardcore band in Winston-Salem, N… Read Full Bio ↴Codeseven was formed in 1995 as a melodic hardcore band in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Their first release, A Sense of Coalition gained popularity on college radio stations for an intense cover of Don Henley's "The Boys of Summer" (not to be confused with the Ataris' cover of the same song that became a mainstream radio hit years later). With subsequent releases Division of Labor and The Rescue, the band continually became less aggressive and more melodic, eventually abandoning their hardcore roots in favor of progressive, experimental space rock, much as Cave In had done. Their final album, Dancing Echoes/Dead Sounds was released in 2004 on Equal Vision. In 2005, the band broke up in order to pursue different opportunities. 2010-2011 saw their reformation for a few reunion shows, but the band has no plans to get back together permanently. Members have gone on to join bands such as Echo Crush and Motorist.

Quails Dream
Codeseven Lyrics

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Hiding again in the season of light
Awtch how they move from left to right
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 etc

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of CodeSeven's song "Quails Dreams" can be interpreted in several ways. One of the most common interpretations is that the song is about hiding or avoiding one's problems, especially during a season of happiness or joy. The line "hiding again in the season of light" implies that the persona is retreating back to a dark, hidden place despite the joyful time around them. This is further emphasized in the following lines, "watch how they move from left to right", as if the persona is observing how others are enjoying the season but is unable to join in.

The countdown at the end of the song suggests a sense of urgency, as if there is something important that is about to happen or change. The countdown also adds an element of tension that contrasts with the melancholic tone of the rest of the song. The repeated numbers from ten to one also create an echo of the title's word "dreams", implying that the countdown is leading to a significant event or realization.

Overall, the song's lyrics suggest a sense of alienation and disconnect from the joy around the persona, while also hinting at the need for change or action. The countdown provides a sense of urgency and suggests that the persona needs to take some steps forward to change their situation.

Line by Line Meaning

Hiding again in the season of light
Retreating once more during a time normally associated with brightness and clarity

Awtch how they move from left to right
Observe how they glide back and forth with ease

10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 etc
Counting down, reducing the chances for any possible escape

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