She started singing as a child, later learning guitar and bass in her teen years, as well as piano and clarinet. She studied entertainment, music, and management in college before pursuing live music as a creative outlet. She's the bassist and vocalist of the indie rock band Babaganouj, as well as a former member of the band Go Violets, which disbanded in 2014.
Pilbeam made her solo debut under the name Hatchie, a nickname she got from her parents, with the release of her debut single "Try" in May 2017. The single gained her significant attention in her native Australia. She then signed with Ivy League Records and released her second single "Sure" in November 2017. In January 2018, she also signed with Double Double Whammy and Heavenly Recordings. In February 2018, "Sure" was remixed by Cocteau Twins' guitarist Robin Guthrie. She released two more singles, "Sugar & Spice" and "Sleep", before releasing her debut EP Sugar & Spice on 25 May. The EP consists of the four previously released singles as well as one additional track, titled "Bad Guy".
Secret
Hatchie Lyrics
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Can you steer me?
Just for a while
Let's reconcile
Sinking, I am
Sinking deep down
Don't give up on
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Take a second
Change position
Don't give up on
Don't give up on
Up on
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Still, I don't know why I just push the feeling down
No I don't know why I just push the feeling down
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
The song "Secret" by Hatchie is a plea to a lover to provide comfort and support during a time of emotional turmoil. The singer is openly admitting to feeling overwhelmed and sinking into a negative space, and is asking for help to reconcile those feelings. There is a certain vulnerability present in the lyrics, as the singer acknowledges that they don't know why they push their feelings down. This could be an indication of some deeper issue that they are struggling to deal with.
The repeated refrain of "Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?" expresses the singer's need for confidentiality and intimacy. There is a sense that they are entrusting their innermost thoughts and feelings to this person, and that they are hoping for an empathetic response. The lines "Still, I don't know why I just push the feeling down / No I don't know why I just push the feeling down" can be interpreted as a recognition that the singer may struggle with opening up, but they desperately want to be heard.
Overall, "Secret" is a poignant and heartfelt expression of vulnerability and a need for emotional support. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, and Hatchie's vocals convey a sense of intimacy that draws the listener in and invites them to empathize with the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
If you hear me
I am hoping that you are listening to me
Can you steer me?
Can you guide me through my troubles?
Just for a while
Just for a brief moment of time
Let's reconcile
Let us come together to resolve our differences
Sinking, I am
I feel like I am drowning
Sinking deep down
I am sinking further into despair
Don't give up on
Please don't abandon me
Baby can you keep a secret, a secret?
Can you promise not to share what I am about to tell you?
Take a second
Please pause and listen to me
Change position
Try to see things from my viewpoint
Up on
Don't give up hope
Still, I don't know why I just push the feeling down
I am unsure why I suppress my emotions
No I don't know why I just push the feeling down
I cannot explain why I bottle up my emotions
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Harriette Pilbeam, John Alexander Castle, Joseph Agius
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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If you hear me, can you steer me?
Just for a while, let's reconcile
Sinking, I am sinking deep down
Don't give up on, don't give up on
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Take a second, change position
Don't give up on, don't give up on, up on
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Still, I don't know why I just push the feeling down
No, I don't know why I just push the feeling down
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
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If you hear me, can you steer me?
Just for a while, let's reconcile
Sinking, I am sinking deep down
Don't give up on, don't give up on
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Take a second, change position
Don't give up on, don't give up on, up on
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Still, I don't know why I just push the feeling down
No, I don't know why I just push the feeling down
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
Baby, can you keep a secret, a secret?
seth mishne
this is my favorite songs off of keepsake. she is one of the more talented artists out there right now. we need more artists like her out there. the only problem that i have with the album is that it isn't long enough.
Larry Bishop
Beautiful song and my favourite off a very good debut album.
Quinn Lee
Best/favourite track off the album imho. The way it builds up to eventually hit you with a gush of euphoria, i.e. wall of sound, is so addictive. I actually noticed that this is also a favourite of other people who have commented before me 😂
Seppo Innanen
So beautiful, sweet and haunting... Keep on making your music, Hatchie. I'll buy all your records
Lily Rose
This is my favourite too! Such a beautiful song
Tony Fabritze
pop music at it's finest
Mao Pérez
My favorite song from the album, the intro has these Enya's vibes
Maki Suvlaki
My favourite also. Together with the Unwanted Guest. Mesmerizing build-ups in both songs.
Gray Half
Love this so much ❤