Holy Ground
Default Genders Lyrics


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I was reminiscing just the other day
While having coffee all alone, and Lord
It took me away
Back to a first-glance feeling
On New York time back when you fit my poems
Like a perfect rhyme
Took off faster than a green light, go
Hey, you skip the conversation
When you already know
I left a note on the door
With a joke we'd made
And that was the first day

And darling, it was good never looking down
And right there where we stood
Was holy ground

Spinning like a girl in a brand new dress
We had this big wide city all to ourselves
We blocked the noise with the sound of
"I need you" and for the first time
I had something to lose
And I guess we fell apart in the usual way
And the story's got dust on every page
But sometimes
I wonder how you think about it now
And I see your face in every crowd

'Cause darling, it was good
Never looking down
And right there where we stood
Was holy ground

Tonight, I'm gonna dance
For all that we've been through
But I don't wanna dance
If I'm not dancing with you
Tonight, I'm gonna dance
Like you were in this room
But I don't wanna dance
If I'm not dancing with you

It was good never looking down
And right there where we stood
Was holy ground

Tonight, I'm gonna dance
For all that we've been through
But I don't wanna dance
If I'm not dancing with you
Tonight, I'm gonna dance
Like you were in this room




But I don't wanna dance
If I'm not dancing with you

Overall Meaning

In "Holy Ground" by Default Genders, the lyrics depict a sense of nostalgia and longing for a past relationship. The singer reminisces about a specific moment while having coffee alone, which brings them back to a time when they first met and fell in love. The reference to "New York time" suggests a sense of excitement and a vibrant city atmosphere.


The lines "Took off faster than a green light, go" and "Hey, you skip the conversation when you already know" convey the intensity and familiarity of their connection. The singer left a note on the door referencing an inside joke, symbolizing the beginning of their relationship. This highlights the significance and excitement of this initial encounter.


The chorus, "And darling, it was good never looking down. And right there where we stood was holy ground," emphasizes the profound joy and happiness that the relationship initially brought. Their love seemed to transcend any doubts or fears, and the place they shared together felt sacred. It represents a moment of pure bliss and emotional connection.


As the song progresses, the singer reflects on the eventual deterioration of their relationship, acknowledging that they "fell apart in the usual way." The mention of dust on every page of the story suggests that time has passed and their memories have become faded. However, despite the separation, the singer still wonders how their former partner thinks about their shared history and finds themselves constantly reminded of them in crowds.


The second half of the song expresses the singer's desire to dance as a way of celebrating their past together. They acknowledge the hardships they've been through but prefer to dance with their former partner, suggesting that their presence is still deeply missed. This longing for connection and the refusal to dance without their ex-lover demonstrates the lingering emotions and longing that remain.


In essence, "Holy Ground" reflects on a powerful and transformative relationship, highlighting the beauty of its beginnings and the yearning for its return. The lyrics delve into the emotions of love, loss, and nostalgia, ultimately conveying a deep reverence for the intense connection they once shared.


Line by Line Meaning

I was reminiscing just the other day
I was recalling memories and thoughts of the past, specifically the recent past.


While having coffee all alone, and Lord
During a solitary moment of having coffee, expressing a sense of awe or astonishment.


It took me away
Those memories and thoughts transported me to a different place or state of mind.


Back to a first-glance feeling
Returning to the initial sensation of encountering something for the first time.


On New York time back when you fit my poems
Recalling a period when someone matched the emotions and themes depicted in my poems, during a time spent in New York.


Like a perfect rhyme
Similar to a flawlessly harmonious combination of words, referring to the seamless connection between me and that person.


Took off faster than a green light, go
Our relationship progressed swiftly, like a vehicle accelerating as soon as the traffic signal turns green.


Hey, you skip the conversation
Addressing the person directly, acknowledging their tendency to bypass unnecessary discussions.


When you already know
Because you possess prior knowledge or understanding.


I left a note on the door
I placed a message on the door.


With a joke we'd made
Containing a humorous remark that both of us had shared.


And that was the first day
That moment marked the beginning of our relationship.


And darling, it was good never looking down
My dear, it felt incredible to never worry or doubt our connection.


And right there where we stood
In that exact spot where we were together.


Was holy ground
It was a sacred and significant place for us.


Spinning like a girl in a brand new dress
Feeling euphoric and full of joy, resembling the excitement of a girl twirling in a new outfit.


We had this big wide city all to ourselves
We experienced a sense of exclusivity and ownership over the expansive city.


We blocked the noise with the sound of 'I need you'
We drowned out the distractions and disturbances with the resounding declaration of 'I need you.'


And for the first time, I had something to lose
This was the initial instance where I had something of great value that could be lost.


And I guess we fell apart in the usual way
In the typical or expected manner, our relationship eventually deteriorated.


And the story's got dust on every page
Metaphorically, the story of us is now filled with neglect or disregard, symbolized by the accumulation of dust on every page.


But sometimes I wonder how you think about it now
Occasionally, I ponder on how you currently perceive our past relationship.


And I see your face in every crowd
In various gatherings or crowds, I envision your presence and see your face among the many faces.


'Cause darling, it was good never looking down
Because, my dear, it was wonderful to never doubt or lose confidence in our connection.


And right there where we stood
In that exact place where we were together.


Was holy ground
That spot held sacred significance for us.


Tonight, I'm gonna dance for all that we've been through
This evening, I intend to celebrate and commemorate all the experiences we shared.


But I don't wanna dance if I'm not dancing with you
However, I have no desire to dance unless I am dancing alongside you.


Tonight, I'm gonna dance like you were in this room
This evening, I will dance as if you were present in this very room.


But I don't wanna dance if I'm not dancing with you
Nevertheless, I have no interest in dancing if I cannot dance with you.


It was good never looking down
It was fantastic to never doubt or question our connection.


And right there where we stood
In that exact place where we were together.


Was holy ground
That spot held sacred significance for us.


Tonight, I'm gonna dance for all that we've been through
This evening, I intend to celebrate and commemorate all the experiences we shared.


But I don't wanna dance if I'm not dancing with you
However, I have no desire to dance unless I am dancing alongside you.


Tonight, I'm gonna dance like you were in this room
This evening, I will dance as if you were present in this very room.


But I don't wanna dance if I'm not dancing with you
Nevertheless, I have no interest in dancing if I cannot dance with you.




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subhell entertainment

glad to see you're still making music, hope life is going well for you james. keep doing you~ from first impressions in my opinion this is a big step up from your previous release under dg. looking forward to listening to the new album in its entirety!

Kriskazam

Love

MS K

can i contact you? I’d like to buy t-shirts included in ruin album

Valdo

tqm <3

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