Plans
Grizzly Bear »¨±ßĎ Lyrics
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Such a strange predicament we find ourselves in.
Baby it's a long way to South America.
Every option I have costs more than I've got.
If you trust in me,
If I could I would be there.
All I have to give seems to be all over you and everyone else.
If you trust in me,
If I could I would be there.
The song Plans by Grizzly Bear is an emotional and introspective reflection on the difficulties of a long-distance relationship. The singer, Juan from Argentina, represents the person that the singer is longing for but cannot be with due to financial and practical constraints. The song features a sense of feeling trapped and helpless, as the singer laments the distance and the choices that must be made. He acknowledges the shortcomings of his current situation, with every option costing more than he can afford. Still, there is an underlying sense of hope, as he asks for trust and expresses his desire to be there with his loved one.
The lyrics are simple yet effective, showcasing the band's ability to convey complex emotions with concise phrases. The melody is melancholic and contemplative, with a slowed-down pace that mirrors the languidness of being apart from someone you love. The song is a standout track from the album Yellow House, and it remains a fan favorite to this day.
Line by Line Meaning
Juan from Argentina,
Addressing someone named Juan from Argentina,
Such a strange predicament we find ourselves in.
Acknowledging the peculiar situation they are currently in.
Baby it's a long way to South America.
Recognizing the distance to South America as an obstacle.
Every option I have costs more than I've got.
Conveying the lack of financial resources to pursue their options.
If you trust in me,
Putting trust in someone as a condition to move forward.
If I could I would be there.
Expressing the desire to be present given the chance.
All I have to give seems to be all over you and everyone else.
Feeling as though their love is stretched thin between others.
I guess I'm guilty spreading thin with my love.
Acknowledging the wrongdoing of spreading oneself too thin with affection.
If you trust in me,
Reiterating trust as a necessary element.
If I could I would be there.
Reaffirming the desire to physically be present.
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Written by: EDWARD DROSTE
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