The band began as an after-church endeavor when the DuPrees were young. The band was named Moss Eisley, after the Star Wars city Mos Eisley, but for legal reasons the "Moss" was dropped officially when they announced their tour opening for Coldplay. Now they're all grown up and have both headlined and opened for bands such as (but not limited to): Taking Back Sunday, Coldplay, Switchfoot, Snow Patrol, Brand New, Vedera, MUTEMATH, The Myriad, Hot Hot Heat and New Found Glory, and Say Anything, in which Sherri DuPree married lead singer Max Bemis. Featuring ethereal, soaring harmonies and dreamy imagery, Eisley has a sound all their own. They are, however, not without comparison or influence. Their sound echoes to dream pop and artists such as Cocteau Twins or Mazzy Star and to contemporary acts such as Denali.
Tree Tops
Eisley Lyrics
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Trying to find her way above the tree tops, the tree tops, the tree tops
When I was a young girl
Trying to find her way above the tree tops, the tree tops, the tree tops
I did not care, I did not care
What they called me, what they called me
I'll float above the ocean
I will grow wings and fly everywhere
When I was a young girl
Trying to find her way above the tree tops, the tree tops, the tree tops
I did not care, I did not care
What they called me, what they called me
No, I did not care, I should not care
What they called me, what they called me
I'll float above the ocean
The sun above is burning my head
I will grow wings and fly everywhere
Butter warm clouds are dripping into my mouth
Tasting of golden
I'll float above the ocean
The sun above is burning my head
I will grow wings and fly everywhere
I'll float above the ocean
The sun above is burning my head
I will grow wings and fly everywhere
The song "Tree Tops" by Eisley talks about the journey of a young girl trying to find her way above the treetops. The repetition of the phrase "the tree tops" emphasizes the idea of overcoming obstacles and challenges in life. The girl is determined to rise above the opinions and criticisms of others, as indicated by the lines "I did not care, I should not care what they called me."
The imagery of floating above the ocean and feeling the sun and clouds evoke a sense of freedom and liberation. The idea of growing wings and flying everywhere suggests a desire for exploration and adventure. The line "butter warm clouds are dripping into my mouth" creates a sensory experience and highlights the beauty and wonder of this journey.
Overall, "Tree Tops" is a song about finding one's own path and embracing individuality. The chorus of "I'll float above the ocean, the sun above is burning my head, I will grow wings and fly everywhere" expresses the determination to persevere and soar above any obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was a young girl
As a youthful and inexperienced girl
Trying to find her way above the tree tops, the tree tops, the tree tops
Attempting to rise above the mundane and monotonous daily life
When I was a young girl
As a youthful and inexperienced girl
Trying to find her way above the tree tops, the tree tops, the tree tops
Attempting to rise above the mundane and monotonous daily life
I did not care, I did not care
Not giving any importance to
What they called me, what they called me
The names and labels others used to identify her
I'll float above the ocean
Imagining herself soaring freely and independently
The sun above is burning my head
Feeling the intense heat of life's challenges and struggles
I will grow wings and fly everywhere
Believing in her ability to overcome and explore new horizons
No, I did not care, I should not care
Acknowledging that she should not be affected by others' opinions
Butter warm clouds are dripping into my mouth
Experiencing the beauty and richness of life
Tasting of golden
Delighting in the pleasures of the world
I'll float above the ocean
Imagining herself soaring freely and independently
The sun above is burning my head
Feeling the intense heat of life's challenges and struggles
I will grow wings and fly everywhere
Believing in her ability to overcome and explore new horizons
I'll float above the ocean
Imagining herself soaring freely and independently
The sun above is burning my head
Feeling the intense heat of life's challenges and struggles
I will grow wings and fly everywhere
Believing in her ability to overcome and explore new horizons
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHAUNTELLE DUPREE, JONATHAN WILSON, SHERRI DUPREE, STACY DUPREE, WESTON DUPREE
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@disneydanny2
This is probably my FAVORITE music group for two reasons 1. GREAT songs and 2. Every band member plays an instrument so there's NO lipsynching
@maddynorris1397
Eisley was my first ever concert when I was like 4. I absolutely LOVE them!
@rychu6101
I just finished doing my homework and should go to bed, but...
I'm listening to an Eisley playlist and don't wanna stop
@dylanchilders4527
just discovered them and im loving it so much
@gdoan5
I LOVE this song! Thank you for all of the Eisley uploads!
@LinaIrmiter
Eisley opened up for my first ever concert in 2003 (Coldplay) in northern California, :D I feel so blessed to be have been a part of their inroduction!
@Danasaur_123
Yo I saw them in 2003 as well! They opened up for NFG in Orlando :) loved em ever since
@vernonhardapple6983
L. M.
saw them open same tour with coldplay at Hollywood bowl!!😃
@Nickplay21
Same thing for me in Texas. Back when they were still going by Mos Eisley.
@navybatful
I love the chorus.