"Lunatic captivates the mind's attention and the heart's affections like few others."
- David Copperfield
"Riveting live. Conviction! Big, strong, distinctive voice. The songs are a great example of old school storytelling narrative. Big thumbs up."
- Eric Bazilian (Grammy nominated producer & songwriter)
"Soulful and inspirational. An exciting new talent." - Matt Novesky (producer & bassist for Blue October)
"Strong and really emotional. Check out 'Time Don't You Take It Away' and hear the strength of the chorus, both in the vocal performance and the emotional impact."
- David Kahne (Grammy winning producer & former VP of A&R at Columbia & Warner Bros. Records)
"[Geron Hoy's] debut is focused on songwriting, guitar parts, earnest vocals and capturing moods… Singer/ songwriters struggle to stick out. His songs are deeper than most."
- Bill Chenovert, Philadelphia Weekly
"[T]his artist is QUITE good. It reminds me of a hybrid between Tom Petty and Amos Lee, and that’s not a combination I would ever turn down."
- Kyle Kuchta, WERW
“Hoy sings these songs like they mean something to him personally; never does he sound like he is simply going through the motions.” [Soldier is] “well produced,” “serious-minded,” and “introspective."
- Alex Henderson, veteran journalist and music reviewer (Billboard, Spin, The L.A. Weekly)
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Soldier
Geron Hoy Lyrics
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And he's coming in so fast
Can't you see that he's able
And guns and his swords
Clanging by his side
As he walks back towards the stable
There's a tree covered road
And it covers him like a blanket
He falls to his knees
As if you'd understand
We had a boat but you sank it
And the soldiers gather round
Face up with their guns in the ground, saying
There's nothing we can do here to get this battle won
But we'll stand here right beside you
In the sunlight, you'll find them
All the answers that you'll need
That no sword could ever give you
Confessions in the sand
So he knows not a secret
And he lays down all his weapons
And prepares for the battle
Looks right in her eyes
Says I know where your heart is
And the soldiers gather round
Face up with their guns in the ground, saying
There's nothing we can do here to get this battle won
But we'll stand here right beside you
In the sunlight, you'll find them
All the answers that you'll need
That no sword could ever give you
The lyrics of Geron Hoy's song "Soldier" tell the story of a soldier on horseback, with guns and swords by his side, returning from a battle. The soldier rides on a tree-covered road, seeking solace and comfort from nature. He falls to his knees, perhaps to mourn the loss of something or someone that he had, but has now been taken away from him. He looks for understanding and support but feels abandoned. His boat has been sunk, a metaphor for the loss of something valuable.
As the soldier prepares himself for another battle, he confesses his deepest secrets and lays down his weapons. He understands that fighting with swords and guns is not an answer to everything, and that love and acceptance are what he needs. The other soldiers gather around him, supporting him, but they also acknowledge that there are no easy answers to the challenges of life. They stand beside him, ready to face the future with him, and help find the answers he needs.
Overall, the song is about seeking comfort, understanding, and support in difficult times. It is about recognizing that sometimes, the answers we need are not the ones we expect to find, and that the support of others can be critical to our well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
Dark horse he rides
A brave and mysterious soldier charges through the battlefield on his horse.
And he's coming in so fast
His arrival is swift and unexpected.
Can't you see that he's able
Despite his dark and intimidating appearance, he has the skills and capabilities to handle the battle.
And guns and his swords
He carries weapons to defend himself and fight for his country.
Clanging by his side
The soldier's weapons make a loud noise as he walks towards his destination.
As he walks back towards the stable
He returns to a safer place, perhaps after a battle or a long day of fighting.
There's a tree covered road
The soldier's favorite route is a path lined with trees.
On which he likes to ride
He finds comfort and familiarity in this specific path.
And it covers him like a blanket
The trees provide a sense of security and protection for the soldier.
He falls to his knees
The soldier kneels down in exhaustion or defeat.
As if you'd understand
He feels isolated and alone, as if no one could empathize with his situation.
We had a boat but you sank it
He blames someone for the destruction of something important that could have helped him.
And the soldiers gather round
Fellow soldiers come to support him in his time of need.
Face up with their guns in the ground, saying
The soldiers show a sign of peace by lowering their weapons as they approach.
There's nothing we can do here to get this battle won
They acknowledge that there may not be a clear path to victory in this particular battle.
But we'll stand here right beside you
Despite the lack of options, they vow to remain loyal and supportive of their comrade.
In the sunlight, you'll find them
Hope and positivity still exist, and the soldiers will continue searching for it.
All the answers that you'll need
They will help him find solutions and answers to the problems they face.
That no sword could ever give you
The assistance and guidance from his fellow soldiers is more valuable than any weapon he could wield.
Confessions in the sand
The soldier reveals his innermost thoughts and emotions as he speaks to a loved one.
So he knows not a secret
He shares a secret with his loved one, knowing that they will understand him.
And he lays down all his weapons
He surrenders his violent and aggressive tendencies, showing vulnerability and trust.
And prepares for the battle
Despite laying down his physical weapons, he mentally and emotionally prepares for the challenges ahead.
Looks right in her eyes
He makes a deep and intimate connection with his loved one by maintaining eye contact.
Says I know where your heart is
He understands his loved one's true feelings and motivations.
Contributed by Jonathan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Georgia Goodall
Just wanted to say that I've been listening to your album since you first posted on Reddit, and I still love it.
Geron Hoy
That's so nice! Thank you thank you
nihal_
Here from reddit. Since my post i probably lost amid the thousand other ones, I just wanted to say that this is beautiful. I love your music. Keep rocking man. Amazing job.
Basicmicro
Yeah this is some really good music. Reminds me a little of Neil Young.
derin muğlu
amazing
MukiwaSound
You're a bro, bro. Keep it up.
Geron Hoy
@nihal92 thanks so much man.. I really appreciate it..
Geron Hoy
thank you so much