They are signed to Secretly Canadian records.
Musicians:
Chris Lynch: Guitar, Vocals, Flute
Levi Hayden: Drums
Adam Rasmussen: Piano, Synth, Vocals
Shane McKillop: Bass, Vocals
Dustin Ineman: Percussion, Synth, Keyboard
Avalanche
Gardens & Villa Lyrics
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Let me disappear, gently with the frozen leaves
Ashen skin down the drains to the reservoirs
Minerals sink as the soul enters the air
Like a snowflake tickles your cheek
As a ghost I'll make sure that you'll keep on running into me
Back and forth, in some shape and form we will be
Avalanche, we're movin' so fast
Avalanche, hit the charge, feel the blast, the lift and the crash
Soothsaying visions got you heated up inside
Make you question if you love me tonight
Groove through the dance, open up and sing for me
Anybody can manipulate a lucid dream
Take it real slow, follow your bones
Let them shiver when you find me in the lines of your poems
Curse your father for the sins I commit tonight
It was all just a fever dream that broke in a fire
Avalanche, we're movin' so fast
Avalanche, hit the charge, feel the blast, the lift and the crash
Avalanche people
Avalanche people
(Music break)
Avalanche people
Avalanche people
Avalanche people
Avalanche people
The song "Avalanche" by Gardens & Villa is a hauntingly beautiful and introspective piece about death, disappearance, and the lingering presence of a loved one. The opening lines tell of a desire to be laid to rest, to disappear into the earth and become one with nature. The imagery of "frozen leaves" and "minerals sinking" suggests a peaceful, natural end. The character singing is resigned to death, as though it is the only way to properly exit this world.
As the song continues, the tone shifts towards a hopeful desire to be remembered. The character assures the listener that they will continue to exist in some form, perhaps as small moments or memories that will continue to resurface. The haunting chorus of "Avalanche, we're movin' so fast" feels like a call to action, a reminder that time is fleeting and one must make the most of it. The final lines of the song suggest that the character's legacy will be a lasting one, and that their presence will continue to be felt through art and poetry long after they are gone.
Overall, "Avalanche" is a song that encourages the listener to consider their own mortality and the impact they want to have on the world. It is a reminder that each of us has the power to leave our mark, even if it is in small ways that we may not even be aware of.
Line by Line Meaning
Lay me down in the ground bury me and leave
I wish to be left alone and forgotten after my death, buried and left to rest in peace.
Let me disappear, gently with the frozen leaves
I want to pass away in a peaceful manner, without any suffering, to blend into the natural cycle of life and death.
Ashen skin down the drains to the reservoirs
As my body decomposes after death, it will merge with the earth's elements and flow like water into the land's natural systems.
Minerals sink as the soul enters the air
As my spirit moves on from this world, my physical body will decompose and return to the earth's minerals to transform new life.
Like a snowflake tickles your cheek
As a ghost, I would like to be a soft and gentle presence in your life, making you feel comforted instead of scared or haunted.
As a ghost I'll make sure that you'll keep on running into me
Even though I am no longer physically present, I will always be a part of your life in some way, whether as a memory or a lingering feeling.
Back and forth, in some shape and form we will be
Our relationship will always have a certain dynamic or energy, even if we are not fully aware of it or choose to ignore it.
As if no one ever lived here with me
I feel a sense of isolation or emptiness, like I have been living in a world without truly experiencing the people or places around me.
Avalanche, we're movin' so fast
Life can be overwhelming and chaotic, moving at an uncontrollable pace like an avalanche.
Soothsaying visions got you heated up inside
Intense emotions, often caused by vague premonitions or prophetic visions, have led to inner turmoil and unrest.
Make you question if you love me tonight
Our relationship has reached a point where doubt and uncertainty have crept in, leading to a questioning of feelings.
Groove through the dance, open up and sing for me
Through music and song, we can connect on a deeper level and express ourselves freely, allowing for vulnerability and intimacy to grow.
Anybody can manipulate a lucid dream
Dreams can be manipulated and influenced by the dreamer, but ultimately they are just projections of our subconscious desires and fears.
Take it real slow, follow your bones
We should take life at our own pace, listening to our instincts and inner selves to guide us to where we belong.
Let them shiver when you find me in the lines of your poems
My legacy will live on beyond my physical existence, inspiring others to create art that evokes memories and emotions related to me.
Curse your father for the sins I commit tonight
Our relationship has caused conflict or tension with family or authority figures, leading to feelings of guilt or anger towards the other person.
It was all just a fever dream that broke in a fire
Our connection, while intense and powerful, was ultimately fleeting and ended in destruction, leaving behind only the ashes of what once was.
Avalanche people
We, as human beings, are constantly moving and changing, shape-shifting like an avalanche to adapt to our surroundings and experiences.
Contributed by Bentley B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.