it… Read Full Bio ↴Fort Hope are a rock band made up of former members of My Passion
it's members are:-
Jon Gaskin - Vocals, Guitar, Piano
Andé D'Mello - Guitar, Vocals
Simon Rowlands - Bass Guitars
Jamie Nicholls - Drums
they released their 1st song 'Control' via their Facebook page on 13th January 2013 and since forming have secured support slots on tours with Fearless Vampire Killers, We Are The In Crowd, Never Shout Never and Andrew McMahon. they've also released a EP called 'The Future's In Our Hearts' which they've been selling at live shows and are due to release 'Control' as a single in June 2013
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Time Is the Rope
Fort Hope Lyrics
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So how many hours until we're falling apart?
I got more than reason to up and leave this forever
But time is the rope that binds us whenever we think of leaving (think of leaving)
Whenever we think of leaving
So how can I open my eyes if I know that I've been dreaming
There has to be hope in the things I've been waiting for life to show, to show, to show
Don't let yourself down, don't let yourself down
There's been so many seconds from what brought us together
So how many hours until we're falling apart?
I got more than reason to up and leave this forever
But time is the rope that binds us whenever we think of leaving (think of leaving)
Whenever we think of leaving
So how can I open my eyes if I know that I've been dreaming
There has to be hope in the things I've been waiting for life to show, to show, to show
Don't let yourself down, don't let yourself down
There's been so many seconds from what brought us together
Tonight is the night that it's falling apart
I got more than reason to fight this forever
But time is the rope that binds us together
Don't let yourself down, don't let yourself down
There's been so many weeks and so many summers
But how many hours are there left in our hearts
I know any second that I could change things forever
I can't and won't let myself down
The song "Time Is the Rope" by Fort Hope is a profound reflection on the nature of time and the complexities of human relationships. The song begins with the lyrical question, "There's been so many seconds from what brought us together, so how many hours until we're falling apart?" This line sets the stage for the theme of the song, which is the inevitability of change and how time affects the relationships we have with others.
Throughout the song, the idea of time taking its toll is expressed through the metaphor of a rope that binds the singer and his partner together. The line "time is the rope that binds us whenever we think of leaving" suggests that even though the couple may have reasons to part ways, time prevents them from doing so. This thought is reinforced in the second verse, where the lyric "I know any second that I could change things forever, I can't and won't let myself down" expresses the idea of making a choice to hold onto a relationship despite the challenges.
The chorus of the song is a call to action, urging the listener to "not let yourself down" and to hold on to hope. The line "there has to be hope in the things I've been waiting for life to show" suggests a belief in the possibility of change and a better future. Overall, "Time Is the Rope" is a poignant and introspective song that invites the listener to reflect on the nature of time and relationships, and the importance of staying hopeful in the face of uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
There's been so many seconds from what brought us together
Since the time we started our relationship, so many seconds have passed.
So how many hours until we're falling apart?
How long until our relationship breaks down?
I got more than reason to up and leave this forever
I have many reasons to end this relationship permanently.
But time is the rope that binds us whenever we think of leaving (think of leaving)
The passage of time always reminds us of what we have together and prevents us from leaving.
Whenever we think of leaving
Whenever the thought of ending the relationship crosses our minds.
So how can I open my eyes if I know that I've been dreaming
It's hard to face reality when I have been living in a dreamlike state.
There has to be hope in the things I've been waiting for life to show, to show, to show
I have been waiting for something positive to happen in my life and I must believe that it will eventually come true.
Don't let yourself down, don't let yourself down
Don't give up or lose hope in yourself.
Tonight is the night that it's falling apart
Today marks the end of our relationship.
I got more than reason to fight this forever
I have many reasons to keep fighting for our relationship.
But time is the rope that binds us together
The memories and experiences we have shared over time keep us together.
There's been so many weeks and so many summers
We have experienced many seasons together.
But how many hours are there left in our hearts
How much longer can our hearts hold on to this relationship?
I know any second that I could change things forever
I am aware that any decision I make at this moment could drastically change our relationship.
I can't and won't let myself down
I refuse to give up on this relationship and myself.
Contributed by Jack N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.