Hunting for Reason
Folded Like Fabric Lyrics


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East to the west, west to the south
I wanted to help you
I couldn't find my mouth
Right to left, left to the right
Folded like fabric, pale turning white
turning so white won't you let me in
I'm bout to fade again
Out here I'm hunting for reason
The reason will be found
That's when you look for me
Take it back, I'm bad company
I'm bout to fade again
Out here I'm hunting for reason
The reason will be found
That's when you look for me
Take it back, I'm bad company

Misleading and disruptive, falling on tree
Faulty and broken, lay down on me
Force to the horse
Horse to deliver
Sleeps in a step, slow, no more shiver
But slower than before
Creep through the cracks in the base of the floor
Feel my way within
When you're doing such a leave
Out here I'm hunting for reason
The reason will be found
That's when you look for me
Take it back, I'm bad company
Out here I'm hunting for reason
The reason will be found
That's when you look for me
Take it back, I'm bad company
...
You say when you lie that way
Your eyes dilate and turn green
Looking for a lover through a screen
The seat's colossal, I'm coming next to you
You say when you lie that way
Your eyes dilate and turn green
Looking for a lover through a screen
Out here I'm hunting for reason
The reason will be found




Out here I'm hunting for reason
The reason will be found

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Folded Like Fabric's song "Hunting for Reason" are cryptic and open to interpretation, but they seem to hint at a sense of desperation and a search for purpose or direction. The opening lines suggest the singer is lost and struggling to communicate: "East to the west, west to the south / I wanted to help you / I couldn't find my mouth." The repeated refrain "Out here I'm hunting for reason" underscores the theme of searching or seeking something that has yet to be found.


Later in the song, the imagery becomes even more abstract and surreal, with lines like "Misleading and disruptive, falling on tree" and "Feel my way within / When you're doing such a leave." The image of searching for a lover through a screen suggests a disconnect or separation from real, meaningful connections in life. The repeated line "Take it back, I'm bad company" implies a sense of guilt or shame that the singer associates with themselves, even as they are seeking something better.


Overall, the lyrics of "Hunting for Reason" create a sense of urgency and restlessness, as the singer struggles to find direction, purpose, and meaningful connections in their life.


Line by Line Meaning

East to the west, west to the south
My search spanned across numerous directions, from east to west and west to south.


I wanted to help you
I had good intentions and was eager to offer assistance.


I couldn't find my mouth
Despite my eagerness to help, I found myself at a loss for words.


Right to left, left to the right
My search continued as I moved from one side to another, from right to left and from left to right.


Folded like fabric, pale turning white
Feeling weak and vulnerable, I struggled to remain upright and my complexion became increasingly pallid.


turning so white won't you let me in
My weakness became obvious, and I was in desperate need of support to continue my search.


I'm bout to fade again
Once again, I found myself on the brink of collapse.


Out here I'm hunting for reason
I'm continuing my search for answers and resolution in my current situation.


The reason will be found
I remain optimistic that my quest will yield positive results and that my confusion will be resolved.


That's when you look for me
I hope that when I find clarity, I will have the support of those around me.


Take it back, I'm bad company
In my current state of vulnerability, my company may not be enjoyable or helpful to others.


Misleading and disruptive, falling on tree
My search, which was once promising, has become fruitless and counterproductive, much like a tree falling in the forest with no one to hear it.


Faulty and broken, lay down on me
As I continued my endeavor, I found myself feeling increasingly broken and defeated.


Force to the horse
In my desperation, I put all of my strength and hope into one methodical approach.


Horse to deliver
I hope that this approach will lead me to the resolution I seek.


Sleeps in a step, slow, no more shiver
I'm taking things slow, hoping that by slowing down, I can reduce my anxiety and find guidance.


But slower than before
Although I'm proceeding at a slower pace, I still have a sense of urgency to find a resolution.


Creep through the cracks in the base of the floor
I'm looking for answers in unlikely places, searching in the darkest and most obscure corners.


Feel my way within
I'm relying on my intuition to guide me through my search, as my conscious mind cannot offer me clear answers.


When you're doing such a leave
While I'm on this journey, I hope that I still have the support and presence of those around me.


You say when you lie that way
You've shared your perspective and your experiences with me.


Your eyes dilate and turn green
Your eyes tell a story of a longing or desire that's yet to be fulfilled.


Looking for a lover through a screen
You've also been searching for answers or fulfillment, likely through a digital or technological medium.


The seat's colossal, I'm coming next to you
Our shared experiences are monumental, and I want to stand by you as we pursue our respective journeys.


Out here I'm hunting for reason
I'm still searching for clarity and meaning in this situation.


The reason will be found
I know that eventually, the breakthrough I need will come.


Out here I'm hunting for reason
I'm determined to see my search through and find a resolution.


The reason will be found
I remain hopeful that my search will ultimately be successful.




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@Oyuncast

Underrated af.

@studiokirpy

i'm glad that they aren't that popular so i can have them all to myself and be my secret, but at the same time they deserve so much more recognition. they're amazing.

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annie kirpitchenko this is exactly how I feel!!! They deserve millions of views

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My son Connor is a huge talent and he deserves so much more than the way he has been treated cant say anymore...

@LitoBish

Golden. Play this at my funeral.

@studiokirpy

i'm pretty sure half of these views are just me replaying the song over and over.

@CollegeMusic

Nothing wrong with that! Keep it up ;P

@studiokirpy

College Music hahahah, i sure will.

@mlc8259

2020: COVID 19 . This song helps! Love this❤

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