Armed with solid training and raw talent, they mix and combine their different musical backgrounds. Their complex arrangements, inspired by both classical and modern composers, are particularly striking to hear and see during their live shows. Devon Portielje’s remarkable voice is beautifully backed up by Connor Molander and Dylan Phillips. Phillips often plays drums and keys simultaneously as Molander and Portielje shuffle between guitar, keys, samplers, and percussion folky three-part harmonies hold down moody, psychedelic arrangements and electronic-infused soundscapes. They have recently welcomed a 4th member on stage, multi-instrumentlist Isaac Symonds, who adds his voice as well as playing guitar, keyboards and percussions.
Trust
Half Moon Run Lyrics
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You tried to play both sides so that everybody wins
But it couldn't be, and it wasn't enough
I need to know within a minute
If you're looking for an exit
Texas State might feel like LA
But it's really just a desert that dries you up
It'll drag you down
There's something in the way she's getting fucked again
It's not a riddle, it's a stepping stone
Oh, it's a slipping slope, it'll drag you down
Never seen one like this before
And it may seem like everybody got a better looking body
But it won't give you what you want
You just want what you can never have
Girl, I know I've seen this before
I want you more than ever
I want you more than ever
I won't stop lying
There's something in the way she's getting fucked again
How she's gonna hide it from the camera like a sin
Let's bare something
It makes me want to take you in
Now that it's cold
Like city lights that block out your star
Made to regret
Who stole your sunny days?
And did they teach you laughter?
Stay right there
Stay right there
Won't you stay right there
Stay right there
Won't you stay right there
Stay right there
Won't you stay right there
'Cause everybody wants you to just trust
Something in the way she
Something in the way she
Something in the way she
Something in the way she
Something in the way she
"Trust" by Half Moon Run is a hauntingly beautiful song about the complexities of trust and relationships. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and longing, as the singer tries to navigate the tricky gray area between honesty and deceit. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer speaks of the regret that comes with realizing that playing both sides never really works out the way we hope it will. The imagery of Texas and LA is interesting, as it portrays the idea of people chasing their dreams in a barren wasteland, hoping that they'll find fulfillment despite the odds stacked against them.
The chorus of the song is particularly striking, both in its repetition and in the way it captures the sense of longing and desire that runs throughout the song. The line "There's something in the way she's getting fucked again" is provocative and disturbing, and it speaks to the darker themes of the song. The singer seems to be grappling with the idea that people are complex and multifaceted, and that trust is never a straightforward thing. The lyrics suggest that we're all looking for something that we can never quite have, and that the pursuit of that elusive thing can lead us down some very dark roads.
Overall, "Trust" is a hauntingly beautiful song that captures the complexities and nuances of relationships and trust. The lyrics are thought-provoking and deeply emotional, and the music itself is mesmerizing and evocative. The song's haunting melody and powerful lyrics make it one of the standout tracks on Half Moon Run's debut album, and it's a testament to the band's talent and musical prowess.
Line by Line Meaning
Daylight breaks, the sorry kicks in
The beginning of a new day brings with it regret for past actions
You tried to play both sides so that everybody wins
Attempting to satisfy everyone is impossible and often leads to failure
But it couldn't be, and it wasn't enough
Despite best efforts, the outcome was still not satisfactory
I need to know within a minute
An urgency to have answers and clarity in the situation
If you're looking for an exit
Questioning if someone is searching for a way out of the situation
Texas State might feel like LA
Comparing two places that seem similar but prove to be vastly different
But it's really just a desert that dries you up
The reality is much harsher and unpleasant than the initial impression
It'll drag you down
A warning that the situation can lead to negative consequences
There's something in the way she's getting fucked again
An observation that something is not going right in her life
It's not a riddle, it's a stepping stone
The situation is not a puzzle to be solved, but a learning experience
Oh, it's a slipping slope, it'll drag you down
The situation is dangerous and can lead to further negative consequences
Never seen one like this before
Acknowledging the uniqueness of the situation
And it may seem like everybody got a better looking body
Comparing oneself to others and feeling inadequate
But it won't give you what you want
Material possessions or beauty will not fulfill one's desires
You just want what you can never have
Desiring what is unattainable and unrealistic
Girl, I know I've seen this before
Having experience with similar situations and being able to empathize
I want you more than ever
Strong feelings of desire and longing
I won't stop lying
Continuing to deceive oneself or others
There's something in the way she's getting fucked again
Continuing to observe the negative situation in her life
How she's gonna hide it from the camera like a sin
Wondering how she will conceal her struggles from others
Let's bare something
Suggesting to reveal the truth and be vulnerable
It makes me want to take you in
Feeling the desire to offer comfort and support
Now that it's cold
A change in the situation has made it more difficult and uncomfortable
Like city lights that block out your star
Distractions and obstacles that prevent one from shining or being successful
Made to regret
Feeling remorse for past actions
Who stole your sunny days?
Questioning what or who has caused her happiness to disappear
And did they teach you laughter?
Reflecting on the positive lessons that can be learned from difficult experiences
Stay right there
Asking someone to remain in the current moment or situation
Won't you stay right there
A plea for someone to not give up or leave
Cause everybody wants you to just trust
A desire for trust and connection in relationships
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DEVON PORTIELJE, CONNER MOLANDER, DYLAN PHILLIPS, ISAAC NATHAN SYMONDS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Lauren Stone
Daylight breaks, the sorry kicks in
You tried to play both sides so that everybody wins
But it couldn't be, and it wasn’t enough
I need to know within a minute
If you’re looking for an exit
Texas State might feel like LA
But it’s really just a desert that dries you up
It’ll drag you down
There’s something in the way she’s getting fucked again
It’s not a riddle, it’s a stepping stone
Oh, it’s a slipping slope, it’ll drag you down
Never seen one like this before
And it may seem like everybody got a better looking body
But it won’t give you what you want
You just want what you can never have
Girl, I know I’ve seen this before
I want you more than ever
I want you more than ever
I won’t stop lying
There’s something in the way she’s getting fucked again
How she’s gonna hide it from the camera like a sin
Let’s bare something
It makes me want to take you in
Now that it’s cold
Like city lights that block out your star
Made to regret
Who stole your sunny days?
And did they teach you laughter?
Stay right there
Stay right there
Won’t you stay right there
Stay right there
Won’t you stay right there
Stay right there
Won’t you stay right there
'Cause everybody wants you to just trust
Something in the way she
Something in the way she
Something in the way she
Something in the way she
Something in the way she
Olivier Damiron
When this track came out, I listened to it over 15 times in a row, there is so much going on here it is pure brilliance. One of HMRs best ever, has a mid 80s feel to it that just sounds right, it's all there. ❤
Len Shayler
From 2:25 I just get the best feeling ever listening to this song, makes me feel like I'm on top of the world!
Steve T
When that bass line kicks in!!
J.L. Abrassart
Excellent track and well produced!
As someone who's familiar with all the new material, I wish to reassure fans of "Dark Eyes" that as can be expected from a HMR album, you'll hear a lot of variety, including some more acoustic material. Don't worry, folks. You can trust HMR not to disappoint. Personally, I love all the songs so far, but if this one isn't your thing, trust me when I say you'll still love the album when it's released.
ChuranuQC
+RottenHamburger I saw Warmest Regards live, and it's fucking great.
Jean Claudine
+J.L. Abrassart i was gonna like this comment but i noticed I already liked it a few weeks ago haha
J.L. Abrassart
+Jean Claudine :-)
Jorge Albinagorta
+J.L. Abrassart no reason to be apologetic about the tune bro - and yes the rest of the oeuvre is sensational
mssaturn
"don't worry, folks" ✌🌸🌼🌻🍃
Hannah Jones
Crying tears of joy, so good! I can't contain my excitement for the new album