Pitchfork labeled Deerhoof as "the best band in the world.” The New York Times described them as “one of the most original rock bands to have come along in the last decade.” From their humble beginnings as an obscure San Francisco noise act, they've become one of indie music's most influential bands with their ecstatic and unruly take on pop.
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Odyssey
Deerhoof Lyrics
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We ask the captain 'what will be?'
When winter's gone
We might be wrong.
My companions focus me
On the bright real sun.
You're my reason to go.
How long will we last?
Out on the sea
Talking people happily
When they're right feel wrong.
You're my real home
Out on the sea.
In the song "Odyssey" by the alternative rock band Deerhoof, the lyrics describe the journey of pirates on an odyssey, wondering where their voyage will take them. The band uses poetic language to convey the uncertainty and adventure of being out on the open sea. The line "We ask the captain 'what will be?'" emphasizes the pirates' lack of control over their journey and their reliance on their captain's leadership. The chorus, "You're my reason to go" and "You're my real home out on the sea," suggests that the pirates find comfort in their relationships with each other and that even though their journeys may be dangerous and unpredictable, the bonds they have formed make the voyage worthwhile.
The second verse adds to the theme of uncertainty and acknowledging that no one can know how long their adventure will last. "Careless whither I be led, how long will we last?" shows that the pirates are aware of the risks of their journey and are willing to take them regardless. The lines "Talking people happily, when they're right feel wrong" suggest that even though the pirates may experience doubts and disagreements, they ultimately value their relationships and being together outside of their normal lives.
Overall, Deerhoof's "Odyssey" is a poetic exploration of the complexities of human relationships and the idea that even in the midst of uncertainty and danger, people can find a sense of home and belonging.
Line by Line Meaning
Pirates on an odyssey,
A group of people on a journey, possibly filled with adventure and danger
We ask the captain 'what will be?'
Uncertainty about what will happen in the future
When winter's gone
A temporal marker indicating that something will occur in the future
We might be wrong.
Acknowledgement that their predictions may not be accurate
My companions focus me
The people around me help me stay on track and concentrate
On the bright real sun.
Focusing on something positive and tangible
You're my reason to go.
You are my motivation for continuing on this journey
Careless whither I be led
Being led without concern for the destination or consequences
How long will we last?
Uncertainty about how long their journey will continue
Out on the sea
The current location and context of the journey
Talking people happily
Engaging with others in conversation and enjoying their company
When they're right feel wrong.
Disagreeing with others even when they are correct
You're my real home
Feeling a sense of belonging and comfort with someone
Out on the sea.
The current location and context of the journey
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KAVEH COHEN, MICHAEL DAVID NIELSEN
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