Starting out as a hip-hop producer at the age of 13, Dapperton made the switch to his current sound after a serious hospitalisation and the failure of his laptop.
Pairing infectious, nostalgia-laden tunes with high-concept filmclips, lauded for their high-concept cinematic execution, has proven to be a recipe for success. Blowing up through 2017, with two EPs dropped, and fans and the press alike taking notice, Dapperton's future looks bright.
Horizons
Gus Dapperton Lyrics
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I don't know when but I know how
We'll waste the daylight
And drive the dusk into the ground
All we ever had on paper was a wild imagination
All we ever had to wager was my wild human nature
It takes fire to find the weakness
I know, you know
Old horizons fall to pieces
We'll burn at graveside
I don't know them but I know how
I could erase time
Turn back, condition upside down
All we ever had on paper was a wild imagination
All we ever had to wager was my wild human nature
I know, you know
It takes fire to find the weakness
I know, you know
Old horizons fall to pieces
You gave me more than the world
And I gave up on my world
A lifetime lost in a day
When you dug up all the dirt
I never meant it to hurt
The former caused us to fray
I know, you know
It takes fire to find the weakness
I know, you know
Old horizons fall to pieces (pieces, yeah)
I know, you know
It takes fire to find a weakness (a weakness, yeah)
I know, you know
Old horizons fall to pieces
The lyrics to Gus Dapperton's song "Horizons" convey a sense of longing, introspection, and the complexities of relationships. The opening lines, "Oh, it may take time, I don't know when but I know how, we'll waste the daylight, and drive the dusk into the ground," suggest a willingness to invest time and effort into a connection, even if the outcome is uncertain.
The repetition of the line "All we ever had on paper was a wild imagintaion, all we ever had to wager was my wild human nature" hints at a lack of concrete plans or commitments, relying instead on the power of imagination and the unpredictability of human emotions.
The chorus, "I know, you know, it takes fire to find the weakness, I know, you know, old horizons fall to pieces," implies an understanding that in order to truly know someone and foster a deep connection, one must be willing to confront vulnerabilities and weaknesses. The reference to "old horizons" falling apart further emphasizes the idea that previous expectations or limitations are being shattered, making way for new growth and understanding.
The second verse introduces the theme of letting go, as the lines "You gave me more than the world and I gave up on my world, a lifetime lost in a day, when you dug up all the dirt, I never meant it to hurt, the former caused us to fray" illustrate the consequences of personal sacrifices made for the sake of the relationship. There is a sense of regret and the realization that actions have unintended consequences.
Overall, "Horizons" delves into the complexities of relationships, emphasizing the necessity of vulnerability, the potential for emotional upheaval, and the transformative power of pushing beyond established boundaries.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, it may take time
The desired outcome might not occur instantly
I don't know when but I know how
The process is unclear, but the method is understood
We'll waste the daylight
We will spend our time aimlessly
And drive the dusk into the ground
We will push the end of the day to its limits
All we ever had on paper was a wild imagination
Our dreams and ideas existed only in our minds
All we ever had to wager was my wild human nature
The only thing we risked was my unpredictable personality
I know, you know
Both of us are aware
It takes fire to find the weakness
Intense determination is required to uncover vulnerabilities
Old horizons fall to pieces
Previous boundaries and limits crumble
We'll burn at graveside
We will experience intense emotions at a memorial site
I don't know them but I know how
I am unfamiliar with the individuals, but I understand the emotions
I could erase time
I have the ability to reverse the passage of time
Turn back, condition upside down
Change the circumstances completely by going back in time
You gave me more than the world
You provided me with an abundance of love and support
And I gave up on my world
I abandoned my personal universe
A lifetime lost in a day
A significant period of time wasted within a single day
When you dug up all the dirt
When you uncovered all the hidden truths and secrets
I never meant it to hurt
I did not intend for it to cause pain
The former caused us to fray
The previous actions led to our relationship becoming strained
Old horizons fall to pieces (pieces, yeah)
Previous limits and boundaries crumble completely
I know, you know
Both of us are aware
It takes fire to find a weakness (a weakness, yeah)
Intense determination is necessary to discover a vulnerability
I know, you know
Both of us are aware
Old horizons fall to pieces
Previous boundaries and limits crumble
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Brendan Patrick Rice, Ian Fitchuk
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Lyrics
Oh, it may take time
I don't know when but I know how
We'll waste the daylight
And drive that dusk into the ground
All we ever had on paper was a wild imagination
All we ever had to wager was my wild human nature
I know, you know
It takes fire to find a weakness
I know, you know
Old horizons fall to pieces
A burning gravesite
I don't know them but I know how
I could erase mine
Turn my condition upside down
All we ever had on paper was a wild imagination
All we ever had to wager was my wild human nature
I know, you know
It takes fire to find a weakness
I know, you know
Old horizons fall to pieces
You gave me more than the world
And I gave up on my word
A lifetime lost in a day
When you dug up all the dirt
I never meant it to hurt
The former caused us to fray
I know, you know
It takes fire to find a weakness
I know, you know
Old horizons fall to pieces (Pieces, yeah)
I know, you know (Ooh)
It takes fire to find a weakness (A weakness, yeah)
I know, you know
Old horizons fall to pieces
@gusdapperton5077
tickets on sale NOW for the HENGE tour coming this fall ! i cant wait yall see you soon <3
https://www.gusdapperton.com/
@mizarivan_3295
I just realized the building at the beginning of the video says Henge, it turns out that it's the name of your album
@talk9552
Someone I know just went to your concert so I asked who and now I'm here and listening to my new favourite song💕
@saracontequoi
COME TO GENEVA !!!
@saracontequoi
Je viens de voir les dates... Je ne pourrais pas venir, mais vous avez mon soutien ! <3
@AshSeaGull
Let’s be real, this song is perfection. Gus is perfection. He never misses! Thank you for another masterpiece
@thomasbellefeuille5847
I love that Gus Dapperton create his own style , his own world , the music , his voice , the choreography , it’s really empowering ! It’s so true when we are creative and do things differently, many people will try to block you, it is not an easy road. That’s what I feel watching the clip .
@thoticcusprime9309
LUL I hear cliche mainstream pop music
@gusdapperton5077
love you all <3 thanks for watching and thank you for the support • would you like to see some more of this world? [o]
@jacobsum123
YES