Wooden Houses
Elsinore Lyrics
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there's nothing to talk about
it's all cemented
a wooden house with windows that slide with rope
might be the antidote for leaving the midwest
happiness, oh it's in your mouth, it's consonants and vowels
in the words you're choosing
and the phrasing that you're using
I can't get in if you don't breathe out
I think too hard and I talk too loud
I love you
I need you
where we are
you've probably figured out
there's nothing to talk about
we're in a panic
oh, happiness, it's in your mouth
it's consonants and vowels and the words you're choosing
I can't get in if you don't let out.
I think too quick and I talk to loud.
You want words now I can't enunciate
You've got a response but it's too late
Carefully constructed
The attention to detail.
Alright, I give up
the lines on your face
are road maps to your brain
This is how hunger strikes begin
This is how hunger strikes begin
This is how hunger strikes begin
This is how hunger strikes begin
The lyrics of Elsinore's song "Wooden Houses" focus on the search for happiness and the struggle to express oneself. The opening lines express a sense of helplessness in the current location, where there is "nothing to talk about" and everything feels "cemented." The mention of a "wooden house with windows that slide with rope" introduces the idea of escape, which could potentially provide an "antidote for leaving the midwest."
The chorus emphasizes the connection between language and happiness. "Happiness, oh it's in your mouth, it's consonants and vowels / in the words you're choosing / and the phrasing that you're using / oh, it makes all the difference." The singer of the song recognizes that they "can't get in" to another person's world unless they "breathe out" and express themselves. However, they struggle with this, noting that they "think too hard and talk too loud."
The bridge of the song is particularly powerful, as the singer confesses that they "give up" and struggle to communicate effectively. The reference to the "lines on your face" being "road maps to your brain" suggests that true understanding may be found through nonverbal communication or by truly getting to know someone on a deeper level.
Overall, "Wooden Houses" explores the difficulties of finding happiness and connecting with others, particularly through language. It encourages listeners to pay attention to the expressions and phrasings used in communication and emphasizes the importance of truly knowing oneself and others.
Line by Line Meaning
where we are you've probably figured out
By now, you have most likely realized that our current situation is not ideal.
there's nothing to talk about
There is no topic worthy of conversation.
it's all cemented
Our current circumstance is completely fixed and unalterable.
a wooden house with windows that slide with rope
A house made of wood with windows that move along cords may provide a solution to our situation.
might be the antidote for leaving the midwest
It could be a potential solution to leave the Midwest.
happiness, oh it's in your mouth, it's consonants and vowels
Happiness is strongly tied to the words you speak and the way you express yourself.
in the words you're choosing and the phrasing that you're using
The specific words and manner in which you communicate can have a significant impact on your level of happiness.
oh, it makes all the difference
This can have a tremendous impact.
I can't get in if you don't breathe out
I cannot understand or connect with you if you do not open up and communicate.
I think too hard and I talk too loud
I tend to overthink and express myself too forcefully.
I love you
I have strong feelings of affection towards you.
I need you
I am dependent on you and require your presence/assistance.
we're in a panic
We are currently overwhelmed and alarmed.
oh, happiness, it's in your mouth
True happiness can be found in the way we express ourselves verbally.
it's consonants and vowels and the words you're choosing
The specific words and sounds we use are crucial to our level of happiness.
I can't get in if you don't let out.
Without expression and communication, we cannot understand or connect with one another.
I think too quick and I talk to loud.
I tend to express myself too rapidly and forcefully.
You want words now I can't enunciate
You want an explanation, but I am not able to articulate properly.
You've got a response but it's too late
You have a reaction/response, but it's already irrelevant or unneeded.
Carefully constructed
It has been put together with great care and attention to detail.
The attention to detail.
The extreme focus on precision and thoroughness.
Alright, I give up
I am surrendering or admitting defeat.
the lines on your face are road maps to your brain
Your facial expressions can reveal a lot about what is going on inside your mind.
This is how hunger strikes begin
This is a phrase being repeated for emphasis or significance.
Contributed by Mateo J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jordan Smith
Great job guys! Keep it up!
Rafael Tomás
This band is awesome, hoping to hear more from you.
Milk Sweet
I always really liked this song❤️
genowhirl
still good tho & <3 the song
Matt HarsH
awesome!
Will Barker
I like how they have the three yes signs.
Carson Stewart
great song, cool video. A little creepy though almost like david firth made it haha
Regan Rare
i didnt want to watch the film clip, the music made me.
genowhirl
video's kinda poopy