The band released several singles, albums, and EPs that reached number one. This commercial success was most evident in the release of their third album Cutterpillow, which achieved platinum status several times. Eraserheads are one of the best-selling musical acts of all time in the Philippines, paving way for an international career that earned them the "Moon Man" in the MTV Video Music Awards.
Their diverse music worked both in the underground and mainstream scenes of the Philippine music industry. By fusing different musical styles such as alternative, pop, rock, reggae, and synthpop, Eraserheads helped change the sound of Pinoy rock.
Trip To Jerusalem
Eraserheads Lyrics
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dance on the floor
hey what's your name?
let's play a game
let it begin
your head will spin
i am the champ
come see me stomp
it never ends..
it never ends..
it never ends..
oh tell me do you wanna fly?
fly high way up in the sky
or maybe you don't even have to try
all you have to do is follow that star
but when the star doesn't shine
you won't be able to find your way
and the wiseman will still remain
the king of trip to Jerusalem
sometimes you win
sometimes you fail
choose holy blood
lose holy grail
just when you think you've gone so far
you'll find yourself, back to the start..
it never ends..
it never ends..
it never ends..
oh tell me do you wanna fly?
fly high way up in the sky
or maybe you don't even have to try
all you have to do is follow that star
but when the star doesn't shine
you won't be able to find your way
there won't be any other chance to be
the king of trip to Jerusalem
the music plays like a heavenly choir
lovely chairs are there if you get tired
don't listen to a word he says
he's just trying to distract you
do your own thing
stick with what you are..
open your drawer
dance on the floor
and now at last, just two of us
only one chair, who will sit there?
is it the king? or is it the heir?
it never ends..
it never ends..
it never ends..
oh tell me do you wanna fly?
fly high way up in the sky
or maybe you don't even have to try
all you have to do is follow that star
but when the star doesn't shine
you won't be able to find your way
the only thing that we can do is play
on a trip to Jerusalem..
on a trip to Jerusalem..
on a trip to Jerusalem..
on a trip to Jerusalem..
The lyrics in Eraserheads' song Trip To Jerusalem can be interpreted in a lot of ways. At first glance, the song seems to be talking about a fun and carefree trip to a party destination, where the singer is inviting someone to dance and play a game. However, as the song goes on, it becomes clear that there is a deeper message being conveyed. The repeated line "it never ends" suggests that the singer is stuck in a cycle, perhaps of partying or pursuing a certain lifestyle, that feels impossible to break free from. The references to the "king of trip to Jerusalem" and "holy blood/holy grail" add a mystical and almost religious element to the song, suggesting that the singer is grappling with deeper existential questions.
The idea of following a star and flying high in the sky also adds to the spiritual undertones of the song. The star could represent a guiding light or goal that the singer is striving towards, but when it doesn't shine, the singer is lost and unable to find their way. The mention of competing to be the "king or heir" in the final verse raises questions about power, social status, and hierarchy. The line "do your own thing/stick with what you are" could be seen as an encouragement to be oneself and not to get too caught up in trying to fit in or compete with others.
Line by Line Meaning
open your door
Step out of your comfort zone and explore the world.
dance on the floor
Let loose and enjoy the moment.
hey what's your name?
Introduce yourself and make new connections.
let's play a game
Life can be fun if we learn to enjoy the little things.
let it begin
Take the first step and start your adventure.
your head will spin
Life can be dizzying and unpredictable.
i am the champ
Be confident and believe in yourself.
come see me stomp
Show others what you're capable of.
it never ends..
Life is a continuous journey with no clear end in sight.
oh tell me do you wanna fly?
Do you want to reach new heights and achieve more in life?
fly high way up in the sky
Take risks and aim for ambitious goals.
or maybe you don't even have to try
Sometimes success comes naturally without putting in too much effort.
all you have to do is follow that star
Find your passion and pursue it relentlessly.
but when the star doesn't shine
Sometimes we may face obstacles or setbacks that make it difficult to pursue our dreams.
you won't be able to find your way
During tough times, it's crucial to stay focused and not lose sight of what's important.
and the wiseman will still remain
Adversity reveals the strength of our character and separates the wise from the unwise.
the king of trip to Jerusalem
The person who perseveres through the toughest obstacles is the true champion of life's journey.
sometimes you win
Success is not guaranteed, but we should strive for it anyway.
sometimes you fail
Failure is a natural part of life and presents opportunities for growth.
choose holy blood
Choose your destiny and stay true to your values.
lose holy grail
Sometimes we must sacrifice what we want in the short term for long-term benefits.
just when you think you've gone so far
Success is a journey, not a destination, and we must always strive for more.
you'll find yourself, back to the start..
Life is full of surprises and we must learn to adapt and make the most of every opportunity.
the music plays like a heavenly choir
Life can be beautiful and magical, like a heavenly choir.
lovely chairs are there if you get tired
Take a break when you need to, rest and rejuvenate.
don't listen to a word he says
Ignore the naysayers and stay true to your inner voice and values.
he's just trying to distract you
Negative people will try to bring you down; ignore them and stay focused.
do your own thing
Be true to yourself and follow your own path in life.
stick with what you are..
Stay true to yourself and don't try to be someone else.
and now at last, just two of us
Sometimes life is best enjoyed in small moments with loved ones.
only one chair, who will sit there?
In life, not everyone can win, and sometimes we must accept that we cannot always be the best.
is it the king? or is it the heir?
Life is unpredictable and we must always be ready for surprises.
on a trip to Jerusalem..
Life is a journey full of unexpected twists and turns.
Contributed by Leo R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Armon1990
This is my favorite Eraserheads song simply because it's the most mysterious.
The wordplay is beautiful but the meaning is deeply hidden. The best theory that I came up with though is the fact that this song is an allegory for the most notorious ongoing territorial dispute in human history - Ownership of the Holy Land... Palestine (If you're not familiar with it, there are tons of resources on the internet).
Long story short, Palestine was divided between 2 disputing parties - The State of Palestine (mostly Islamic) and The State of Israel (mostly Jewish).
Anyway, the best parts of the song that somehow suggest this are:
"Sometimes you win
Sometimes you fail"
- The endless Palestinian-Israeli conflict
"Choose holy blood
Choose holy grail"
- A reference to the most famous Jewish-born Palestinian in human history (si Jesus, malamang).
"And now at last
Just two of us"
- Self-Explanatory
"Only one chair
Who will sit there?
Is it the king?
Or is it the heir?
It never ends"
- I get goosebumps in this part. Especially due to the fact that what happened to the disputing parties is EXACTLY what happens to the last 2 contestants in a game of Musical Chairs. The suspiciously RED chair in the music video also possibly represents the land that they're fighting for... albeit, bloodstained.
Crazy huh?
We may never know what it really means... but that's the most fun part of listening to Eraserheads songs. They tend to have more depth than you would initially think.
@javvillegas
Open your door
Dance on the floor
Hey what's your name?
Let's play a game
Let it begin
Your head will spin
I am the champ
Come see me stomp
It never ends
It never ends
It never ends
Oh tell me do you wanna fly?
Fly high way up in the sky
Or maybe you don't even have to try
All you have to do is follow that star
But when the star doesn't shine
You won't be able to find your way
And the wiseman will still remain
The king of trip to Jerusalem
Sometimes you win
Sometimes you fail
Choose holy blood
Lose holy grail
Just when you think you've gone so far
You'll find yourself, back to the start
It never ends
It never ends
It never ends
Oh tell me do you wanna fly?
Fly high way up in the sky
Or maybe you don't even have to try
All you have to do is follow that star
But when the star doesn't shine
You won't be able to find your way
There won't be any other chance to be
The king of trip to Jerusalem
The music plays like a heavenly choir
Lovely chairs are there if you get tired
Don't listen to a word he says
He's just trying to distract you
Do your own thing
Stick with what you are
Ah ah ah ah, ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah, ah ah ah ah
Open your door
Dance on the floor
And now at last, just two of us
Only one chair, who will sit there?
Is it the king? or is it the heir?
It never ends
It never ends
It never ends
Oh tell me do you wanna fly?
Fly high way up in the sky
Or maybe you don't even have to try
All you have to do is follow that star
But when the star doesn't shine
You won't be able to find your way
The only thing that we can do is pray
On a trip to Jerusalem
On a trip to Jerusalem
On a trip to Jerusalem
On a trip to Jerusalem
@Armon1990
This is my favorite Eraserheads song simply because it's the most mysterious.
The wordplay is beautiful but the meaning is deeply hidden. The best theory that I came up with though is the fact that this song is an allegory for the most notorious ongoing territorial dispute in human history - Ownership of the Holy Land... Palestine (If you're not familiar with it, there are tons of resources on the internet).
Long story short, Palestine was divided between 2 disputing parties - The State of Palestine (mostly Islamic) and The State of Israel (mostly Jewish).
Anyway, the best parts of the song that somehow suggest this are:
"Sometimes you win
Sometimes you fail"
- The endless Palestinian-Israeli conflict
"Choose holy blood
Choose holy grail"
- A reference to the most famous Jewish-born Palestinian in human history (si Jesus, malamang).
"And now at last
Just two of us"
- Self-Explanatory
"Only one chair
Who will sit there?
Is it the king?
Or is it the heir?
It never ends"
- I get goosebumps in this part. Especially due to the fact that what happened to the disputing parties is EXACTLY what happens to the last 2 contestants in a game of Musical Chairs. The suspiciously RED chair in the music video also possibly represents the land that they're fighting for... albeit, bloodstained.
Crazy huh?
We may never know what it really means... but that's the most fun part of listening to Eraserheads songs. They tend to have more depth than you would initially think.
@shameermangkabong1752
mind blown
@Yna-_-
Salamat po sa trivia sir! ☺
@haze300
For me, it's all about psychedelic drugs. ;)
@melviecarlos3181
Sabi nga ng eheads sa isang interview nila... their songs could mean anything to anybody...
@markdwighttadina7655
Even Spolarium
@andreamenosa6609
Eraserheads may have been ahead of my time but listening to their songs makes no difference no matter what the timeline is. They are what I can call as one of the rarest real Pinoy music. They are a legend to Philippine Rock music . Every song is a classic ride. I LOVE YOU E-HEADS!!
@RingoMonsanto
well said, my exact sentiments :)
@leoroalexbacalso4148
True
@baconator6374
Well, art is subjective :)