Timony is a former member of Helium, Autoclave and Wild Flag, Wright is a member of The Fire Tapes and Harris is a member of Aquarium.
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Waterfall
Ex Hex Lyrics
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You know what I mean?
So we're gonna ride the river before we quit this scene
You're my little waterfall, whoa – ohh
I love to watch you roll and roll, whoa – ohh
You took me to a party and you hid behind a door
Then you stole my wallet and passed out on the kitchen floor
It's a chemical reaction, whoa – ohh
Surely there was no one to guide us
You know what I mean?
So we're gonna ride the river before we quit this scene
You're my little waterfall, whoa – ohh
I love to watch you roll and roll, whoa – ohh
It's a chemical reaction and nothing more
I want to show you my affection but you're on the floor
The lyrics of Ex Hex’s song “Waterfall” describe the experience of two people caught up in a crazy, unpredictable relationship. The first verse acknowledges that they have no guide in life; no one to tell them the right way to behave or lead them down a more stable path. Despite this, they are determined to make the most of their uncertain situation and “ride the river before we quit this scene”. It’s a metaphor for their lives, saying that they will make the most of what they have while they still can.
The chorus is about the singer’s affection for their partner – they are “my little waterfall” and the singer loves the way they roll and move. This is contrasted with the next verse, which tells the story of how the partner stole the singer’s wallet and ended up passed out on the kitchen floor. Despite this, the chorus repeats itself, and the singer is still willing to show them fake affection. The final line of the song is a repetition of the previous line, “I want to show you my affection but you’re on the floor”. It suggests that the relationship is far from healthy but the singer is still willing to give it their all.
Line by Line Meaning
Surely there was no one to guide us
We were left to figure things out on our own
You know what I mean?
Do you understand the situation we're in?
So we're gonna ride the river before we quit this scene
We'll take our chances and make the best of this situation
You're my little waterfall, whoa – ohh
You are my source of joy and excitement
I love to watch you roll and roll, whoa – ohh
I enjoy watching you move and dance
You took me to a party and you hid behind a door
You brought me along but didn't want to be seen with me
Then you stole my wallet and passed out on the kitchen floor
You betrayed my trust and rendered me helpless
It's a chemical reaction, whoa – ohh
Our interactions are purely physical and not emotional
I want to show you fake affection, whoa – ohh
I want to pretend that our relationship is genuine
It's a chemical reaction and nothing more
Our connection is solely based on lust
I want to show you my affection but you're on the floor
I wish I could express my true emotions, but you are unresponsive
Lyrics © BUG MUSIC
Written by: MARY TIMONY
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alicewe_
Ex Hex - Waterfall
Surely there was no one to guide us
You know what I mean?
So we're gonna ride the river before we quit this scene
You're my little waterfall, whoa – ohh
I love to watch you roll and roll, whoa – ohh
You took me to a party and you hid behind a door
Then you stole my wallet and passed out on the kitchen floor
It's a chemical reaction, whoa – ohh
I want to show you fake affection, whoa – ohh
Surely there was no one to guide us
You know what I mean?
So we're gonna ride the river before we quit this scene
You're my little waterfall, whoa – ohh
I love to watch you roll and roll, whoa – ohh
It's a chemical reaction and nothing more
I want to show you my affection but you're on the floor
alicewe_
Ex Hex - Waterfall
Surely there was no one to guide us
You know what I mean?
So we're gonna ride the river before we quit this scene
You're my little waterfall, whoa – ohh
I love to watch you roll and roll, whoa – ohh
You took me to a party and you hid behind a door
Then you stole my wallet and passed out on the kitchen floor
It's a chemical reaction, whoa – ohh
I want to show you fake affection, whoa – ohh
Surely there was no one to guide us
You know what I mean?
So we're gonna ride the river before we quit this scene
You're my little waterfall, whoa – ohh
I love to watch you roll and roll, whoa – ohh
It's a chemical reaction and nothing more
I want to show you my affection but you're on the floor
Samanya Manav
I loved Ex Hex.. These girls are creative. This song is one of my favorite from their album RIPS.. This is a real girl power.. Good luck to you for your future projects girls..
Raven890
Of course the music is fantastic, but can we also recognize the insane amazing editor for this masterpiece?!
Anthony S
I just saw this band referernced on a Belle and Sebastian "What's in your bag", I like it. Love the punk vibe. Great sound.
wherethequietbeingsgo
Absolute banger. Wish punk was topping the charts as it was before :((
Aaron Hayman
I'm older... and have heard lots of the kind of stuff that I'm sure influenced this (I'm a record geek, OK?) and I still dig it. These folks' spin on the music as familiar as the style is, is fresh to my ears.
Anselmo Echeverria
"Power trío" femenino que te hará saltar de la butaca. Suenan enérgicas, con melodías exquisitas y nervio punk. Temas como "Waterfall", "Enerywhere" o ""Don't Wanna Lose" recuperan la esencia de bandas de los 80 como The Cars, The Go-Go's, Ramones o The Pretenders. La banda liderada por Mary Timony (Sleater-Kinney y Wild Flag) se ha dejado llevar por la nostalgia de aquellos años y ha dado con la fórmula perfecta para hacer un disco fresco y cautivador. Ellas han dicho que el disco trata de "chicos malos, esos que se peleaban en el patio del colegio y después te robaban la cartera", pero la verdad es que hay mucho más. Doce canciones que no aburren en ningún momento, repletas de riffs y solos. Mary Timony se une a Betsy Wright y Laura Harris, en un disco directo, de buen rock. Muy disfrutable.
Música independiente novedades
Ethan Blackhurst
Album of the year. No filler. As fresh as
everlasting Bazooka Joe.
Scott Johnson
I saw Ex Hex perform live night before last while out on tour with King Tuff. I had no idea who they were, but was blown away by their performance. Such a rockin' band! from start to finish. I now love them! cannot get enough. Do not miss the opportunity to see this group perform live; you will be glad that you did! And while you are at it purchase their new album; it is 32 minutes and 59 seconds of pure bliss.
mr funball
Keeping rock and roll alive through these dark and weird times, hell yeah ! 🐹