A mixture of jiving mpc beats, alongside a myriad of effected keys, guitar, bass and cello is set off by an overlay of soulful female and male vocals.
Soft rolling noise and catchy melodies makes for many formats of ethereal sound scapes with a draw string of gyrating drops that pulls all together to form a collection of loose structured ‘move your mind and feet’ pop songs.
Bonfires
Elder Island Lyrics
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I understand those kinds of crooks[?] you have to play
I'd have done the same in your place
I think it's right for you to feel ashamed
But will stand by all the mistakes you've made
I'd have done the same in your place
Think I'll put myself to bed tonight
Bonfires won't rise, yes
I think I'll put myself to bed tonight
Half lies[?]
Think I'll lose myself, you know? Half lies
Will you get home or not?
Tough line
Think I'll lose myself, you know? Half lies
Will you get home or not?
Who knows, who knows, who knows
Who knows, who knows, who knows
Half lies
Think I'll lose myself, you know, half lies
Will you get home or not, half lies
(half lies)
Bonfires won't rise
I think I'll put myself to bed tonight
(half lies)
Bonfires won't rise, yes
I think I'll put myself to bed tonight
The lyrics to Elder Island's song Bonfires suggest a deep understanding and acceptance of the mistakes made by someone close. The song opens with "I know you're sorry for the shots you've made," indicating that the person has made some wrong decisions for which they feel regret. The singer acknowledges that the person may have had to play certain "crooks" to get ahead in life, and that they understand and would have done the same in their situation.
The chorus, "Bonfires won't rise," seems to suggest a sense of disappointment or unfulfilled expectations. The singer seems resigned to putting themselves to bed early that night, indicating perhaps a feeling of tiredness or a need to escape. The lyric "will you get home or not" adds to the sense of uncertainty and instability in the situation.
Overall, the song seems to be a meditation on the complexities of human relationships, forgiveness, and understanding. It acknowledges the mistakes people make, the compromises they may have to make to survive, and the difficulty of finding stability and certainty in a world where these things are never guaranteed.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you're sorry for the shots you've made
I understand that you regret the actions you've taken
I understand those kinds of crooks[?] you have to play
I empathize with the difficult choices you've had to make
I'd have done the same in your place
I would have made the same decisions if I were in your situation
I think it's right for you to feel ashamed
It's appropriate for you to feel guilty about what you've done
But will stand by all the mistakes you've made
Even though you've made mistakes, I will support you
Bonfires won't rise
Things won't turn out the way we hoped
Think I'll put myself to bed tonight
I'll try to forget about this and move on
Half Lies
Deceptions and incomplete truths
Will you get home or not?
Are you coming back or not?
Tough line
A difficult situation to navigate
Who knows, who knows, who knows
Uncertainty about what will happen
Bonfires won't rise, yes
We won't achieve our goals
Contributed by Declan C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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I know you're sorry for the shots you've made
I understand those kinds of crooks that you play
I'd have done the same in your place
I think it's right for you to feel ashamed
But we'll stand by all the mistakes you've made
I'd have done the same in your place
Bonfires won't rise
Think I'll put myself to bed tonight
Bonfires won't rise, yes
I think I'll put myself to bed tonight
Half lies
Think I'll lose myself, you know?
Half lies
Will you get me home or not?
Tough line
Think I'll lose myself, you know?
Half lies
Will you get me home or not?
Who knows, who knows, who knows
Who knows, who knows, who knows
Half lies
Think I'll lose myself, you know
Half lies
Will you get home or not?
Half lies
(half lies)
Bonfires won't rise
I think I'll put myself to bed tonight
(half lies)
Bonfires won't rise, yes
I think I'll put myself to bed
@cahawks
I’ve never had the feeling to cry, laugh, smile and dance all at the same time. This record does something to me and I can’t explain it.
@Stephen1455
Yes, I agree with several of their songs!!!
@Mikyevanescence
I feel the same, I think they are channeling a very visceral emotion with this song. Like what you feel when you feel watching a beautiful sunset while high.
@faevalentine9187
Definitely agree.
@saskk2290
Why would you cry to this song?
@ismailjammal8556
agreed. too epic of a song...
@diamondgirl1264
A friend was playing this at a crowded party and this elevated the whole experience. I've never seen so many people so elated. What a wonderful discovery and now I have the best memory attached to it!
@lost_boy
Probably the most beautiful track I’ve ever heard. To say I’m obsessed is an understatement.
@huricanethreeonesix
Till this day my favourite Elder Island song. Till this day!
@Mr.Robot777
What a tune
Made a goosebumps from the beginning
Such an underrated band