The band released their first full-length self-produced album, "To Travels & Trunks" in December 2008.
Travels and Trunks
Hey Marseilles Lyrics
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With our bones on our backs
Our backs on our knees
She was small, I was straight
We left our love in a bed ridden gate for shame
Why can't you see the sky isn't green anymore
Why don't you know what I need on these shores
With your heart facing me
Science says stones don't fly through water
And souls don't matter if you love your mother
If karma could dance, she'd tango forever
And I'd sell my sleeves for some cloud ridden weather
Why can't you see heaven won't wait for us
Salutations and prayers are too laborius
All I want is love eternally
With your heart facing me
In the first verse, the lyrics describe the journey of two individuals, Lucy and the singer, who have left Tallahassee with their "bones on [their] backs." This metaphorical language suggests a weight or burden that they bear while traveling. Additionally, the line "Our backs on our knees" reinforces this image and suggests that their journey is difficult and taxing. They have both left behind love ("We left our love in a bedridden gate for shame"), which adds a layer of complexity to their journey. The use of the phrase "for shame" implies that their love is somehow sinful or shameful, but the exact nature of this is left unclear.
The second verse contains several lines that allude to deeper philosophical or metaphysical concepts. "Science says stones don't fly through water" is a reference to the laws of physics and how they govern what is possible in the physical world. "Souls don't matter if you love your mother" suggests that familial connections or relationships outweigh other spiritual or supernatural beliefs. The line "If karma could dance, she'd tango forever" is a play on words that implies a deep and endless connection between one's actions and the consequences they face. Finally, the phrase "I'd sell my sleeves for some cloud-ridden weather" suggests a certain amount of desperation or longing on the part of the singer and their desire for something unattainable.
The chorus repeats the phrase "All I want is love eternally / With your heart facing me." This repetition reinforces the idea of the singer's desire for something pure and eternal, namely love. However, the line "Why can't you see heaven won't wait for us" suggests a sense of urgency or desperation, as if the singer fears that they will miss out on something important if they do not act immediately. The final line, "Salutations and prayers are too laborious," implies that traditional methods of seeking spiritual fulfillment or guidance are not effective for the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
Lucy and I came from Tallahassee
The singer and Lucy have traveled from Tallahassee.
With our bones on our backs
They are carrying heavy burdens on their journey.
Our backs on our knees
Their burdens are causing them pain and exhaustion.
She was small, I was straight
Lucy is petite, while the artist is tall and upright.
We left our love in a bed ridden gate for shame
They had to leave a loved one behind for a shameful reason.
Why can't you see the sky isn't green anymore
The world has changed and the singer wishes someone else would recognize it too.
Why don't you know what I need on these shores
The singer is looking for someone who understands and can fulfill their needs.
All I want is love eternally
The artist desires a love that lasts forever.
With your heart facing me
The love the artist is seeking is one where their partner is fully present and engaged.
Science says stones don't fly through water
There are scientific explanations for the way things work in the world.
And souls don't matter if you love your mother
Love for one's mother is a powerful force that transcends other beliefs.
If karma could dance, she'd tango forever
Karma has the ability to influence one's life for an extended period of time.
And I'd sell my sleeves for some cloud ridden weather
The singer would go to great lengths for a change of scenery and atmosphere.
Why can't you see heaven won't wait for us
There is a deadline for making the most of one's life.
Salutations and prayers are too laborius
Traditional ways of connecting with a higher power are tedious and difficult for the singer.
All I want is love eternally
The artist's desires are simple and focused on love.
With your heart facing me
The artist wants a love that is fully engaged and focused on them.
Contributed by Andrew N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.