Rio
Hey Marseilles Lyrics


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Silhouette seasons and far-away reasons are all I have now
Borders can keep me if Rio will have me to dance and to drown
Take to the harbor like sails to set
Sleep for the evening in failed regret
Hold on to skylines of pale and coal
Clouds on horizons and love to grow old

On the way I will go
Where the days left to breathe
Are not gone, are still long
I am traveling on

Love is a hazard in lower Manhattan
You cannot escape, and musn't be saddened
By men who abandon your eyes for another's
There are always Brazilian boys to discover

Set your sights straight now
Don't forget pain
Drink 'til tomorrow becomes yesterday
Think of the shorelines you have yet to see
Men who will hold you with eyes you believe

On the way I will go
Where the days left to breathe
Are not gone, are still long
I am traveling on

On the way I will go
Where the days left to breathe




Are not gone, are still long
I am traveling on

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Hey Marseilles's song "Rio" describe the singer's search for meaning and connection in a world that seems to be slipping away from them. The first verse highlights the loneliness and uncertainty that the singer feels, with "silhouette seasons" and "far-away reasons" being the only things that they have left to hold onto. Even borders are unable to keep the singer from pursuing what they desire, which in this case is the opportunity to dance and possibly drown in Rio. The singer is longing for freedom and a break from the mundane routine of life, and Rio symbolizes this possibility for them.


The second verse shifts to the singer's experiences with love and the disappointments that they have faced. They have learned that love can be hazardous, especially in places like lower Manhattan where there is always someone ready to abandon you for another's eyes. However, the singer sees Brazil and its handsome boys as an escape from this heartache. They advise the listener to set their sights straight and not forget the pain that they have faced, but to also drink and think of the future and the experiences that still await them.


Overall, the lyrics to "Rio" are a reflection on the human desire for connection and escape from the mundane. The singer is searching for something more, something that will break the monotony of their life and offer them a chance to connect with others in a meaningful way.


Line by Line Meaning

Silhouette seasons and far-away reasons are all I have now
All I have left are distant memories that have shaped who I am today


Borders can keep me if Rio will have me to dance and to drown
Despite physical boundaries, I will go to Rio if it means experiencing the highs and lows of life to the fullest


Take to the harbor like sails to set
Embrace the journey and let it lead you where it may


Sleep for the evening in failed regret
Let go of past mistakes and allow yourself to rest


Hold on to skylines of pale and coal
Treasure the beauty of the world that surrounds you


Clouds on horizons and love to grow old
Find hope in the future and the love that will endure through the years


Love is a hazard in lower Manhattan
Love can be unpredictable and risky in a big city like New York


You cannot escape, and musn't be saddened
There's no avoiding the pain of lost love, but don't let it bring you down


By men who abandon your eyes for another's
Don't let the unfaithfulness of others define your self-worth


There are always Brazilian boys to discover
Have faith that new love and experiences await


Set your sights straight now
Focus on what you want and go after it


Don't forget pain
Acknowledge the hurt, but don't let it consume you


Drink 'til tomorrow becomes yesterday
Enjoy the present moment and let go of worries about the future


Think of the shorelines you have yet to see
Find excitement in the potential for new experiences


Men who will hold you with eyes you believe
Have hope that you will find someone who truly sees and values you


On the way I will go Where the days left to breathe Are not gone, are still long I am traveling on
Despite the uncertainty of the future, I will continue to move forward and make the most of every moment




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redwagonrider

Your effects are brilliantly timed, the musicians are enjoyably straight in their roles, your cameo is perfect. I really like the story telling aspect and the way you turn a song into a book and flip pages with the music while entrancing me with a steady scene and stage hands. Come vacation with me.

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