Up in the Air
H'sker D' Lyrics
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Walking up the stairs of time, knowing that I'm trapped
Cold winds of indifference persuade a movement south
Thinking that it's better there
The warmer climes that we seek out
Poor bird flies up in the air, never getting anywhere
And how much misery can one soul take?
Poor bird flies up in the air
Never getting anywhere
Picking petals off a flower
Loves me, loves me not
Is love another way to count the things you haven't got?
We wish the best to all our friends, young and old alike
When the dust has settled in the sky
Well, you can have anything you like
Poor bird flies up in the air, never getting anywhere
And how much misery can one soul take?
Trying to fly away might have been your fist mistake
Poor bird flies up in the air
Never getting anywhere
Poor bird flies up in the air, never getting anywhere
And how much misery can one soul take?
Trying to fly away might have been your fist mistake
Poor bird flies up in the air
Never getting anywhere
Poor bird flies up in the air
Poor bird flies up in the air
The lyrics in Hüsker Dü's song "Up in the Air" deal with the idea of feeling trapped, both physically and emotionally, and the fruitlessness of trying to escape from those feelings. The imagery of footsteps and stairs of time suggest a sense of being stuck in a particular moment, unable to move forward or back, while the "cold winds of indifference" further underline the notion of feeling trapped and alone. The desire to seek out warmer climes suggests an urge to escape from difficult feelings or circumstances, but the poor bird that flies up in the air "never gets anywhere" - highlighting the futility of trying to fly away from one's problems.
The lyrics also touch on themes of love and friendship, suggesting that these relationships may not always provide a solution to feelings of isolation or unhappiness. The line "Is love another way to count the things you haven't got?" suggests that seeking validation or fulfillment through romantic love may be a form of escape or a way of papering over deeper issues. Similarly, the well-wishing for friends in the final verse suggests that even positive relationships may not be enough to counteract the feeling of being trapped or disconnected.
Overall, "Up in the Air" is a melancholic reflection on the human desire to escape difficult feelings or circumstances, and the realization that true escape may be impossible.
Line by Line Meaning
Pass away the hours, hear the footsteps of the past
Spending time reflecting on the past
Walking up the stairs of time, knowing that I'm trapped
Feeling stuck in life
Cold winds of indifference persuade a movement south
Feeling isolated and moving towards something hoped to be better
Thinking that it's better there
Believing that things will be better in a different place
The warmer climes that we seek out
The better life we all hope to find
Poor bird flies up in the air, never getting anywhere
Feeling unfulfilled and aimless
And how much misery can one soul take?
Wondering how much hardship one can endure
Trying to fly away might have been your fist mistake
Attempting to escape may not lead to true happiness
Picking petals off a flower
Playing a game of chance
Loves me, loves me not
Uncertainty in matters of the heart
Is love another way to count the things you haven't got?
Questioning the true value and purpose of love
We wish the best to all our friends, young and old alike
Offering well-wishes to those close to us
When the dust has settled in the sky
After a period has passed
Well, you can have anything you like
The future is full of possibilities
Poor bird flies up in the air, never getting anywhere
Feeling unfulfilled and aimless
And how much misery can one soul take?
Wondering how much hardship one can endure
Trying to fly away might have been your fist mistake
Attempting to escape may not lead to true happiness
Poor bird flies up in the air, never getting anywhere
Feeling unfulfilled and aimless
Never getting anywhere
Not making progress or achieving success
Poor bird flies up in the air
Feeling unfulfilled and aimless
Poor bird flies up in the air
Feeling unfulfilled and aimless
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Written by: BOB MOULD
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@RangerDanger7
Love how excited you get for every fish no matter what it is, never gets old👌
@HeySkipper
It’s always a good feeling to get some good fish
@DominadorDasargo-pm4ej
Self-setting rods, though a novelty, look like great rods for seniors fishing in their 'sunset' years -no pun intended... The video makes me want to go fishing again. Thanks...
@ishsiriram6646
Hey Skipper, you was a bit hard on dad there bro. I know the feeling....but wasn't his fault...I agree dad must come more often. Thank you guys for sharing your awesome videos. I am 52 years old, been fishing since I was 5 years old. Taught by my dad. He passed away when I was 15. I still love to fish. From South AFRICA
@deanv5470
Dad is cool I like his attitude smooth take care guys
@rickconner4895
Dad needs to always be there. Son is a little excited and makes great video .
@HeySkipper
Totally agree
@rafapescadoramador
I like a lot your videos! Thanks from a fishman from Brazil! 🎣🐟🌊
@HeySkipper
Thx!
@southtexasfishingfam3436
Sheeeeshhh looks like yall had some fun bro. I need some surf fishing in my life 💯🤙