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If asked, the members of Hey Ocean!, will probably tell you that they are a Canadian band, however their humble beginnings swapping songs on the beaches of Costa Rica are undeniably where the spirit of their music resides. Stemming from the minds of Vancouver songstress Ashleigh Ball and British-born singer/songwriter David Beckingham their mix of focused surfer energy, tight harmonies, and clever lyrics are supported by groove obsessed bassist, David Vertesi.
With the release of their first full length album, "Stop Looking Like Music," Hey Ocean! has been spreading their sound across southern BC; their shows serving as reminders to their fans (young and old alike) that there is still a place for music that makes you feel good. Drawing on influences in folk, jazz, funk, hip hop, pop, and more, the young band incorporates whimsically poetic lyrics, finely crafted pop and funky freeform jams. Playing packed club shows for up to 700 people, their own enthusiasm at live shows is matched only by that of the growing audiences who have come to know Hey Ocean! as one of the best shows Vancouver has to offer. Passionate voices, pensive words, and frivolous fun keep this music honest and pure: from the heart, for the soul.
In 2008, Hey Ocean unveiled "It’s Easier To Be Somebody Else", a fusion of playfully funked up party-pop and thoughtful lyric-driven ballads, introduced to Canadian fans with no less than three cross-Canada tours.
Lead singer Ashleigh Ball is also a voice actress. She plays Allura (Voltron Force) and Oopsy Bear (Care Bears) and has voiced characters in Edgar & Ellen, My Scene Goes Hollywood, Johnny Test, Ricky Sprocket, Thumbelina, My Little Pony and Dinosaur Train.
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Too Soon
Hey Ocean! Lyrics
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Us wading just above
Up in a golden tree
Peering through yellow leaves
We sat there searching for our spirit animals
Mine up in on the shore
We never once saw yours
You scraped your stomach on the bark
Awake before the moon but it came far too soon
Oh
Is it too soon to say it
Is it too soon to wanna say it to you
To you
Is it too soon to say it loud
Is it too soon to wanna say it to you
To you
Tonight I'm gonna fill your guitar with pigeons
So next time you're left with just the rhythms as you'll be down on wings
It's time you sing this out loud
You will hear the beats from the street birds beaks
As they fly to me from the south
Is it too soon to say it
Is it too soon to wanna say it to you
To you
Is it too soon to say it loud
Is it too soon to wanna say it to you
To you
The words
Well they slip and they slip right through and I don't mean to
Oh
The words
Well they slip and they slip right through and I don't mean to
Oh
The words
Well they slip and they slip right through and I don't mean to
Is it too soon to say it
Is it too soon to wanna say it to you
To you
Is it too soon to say it loud
Is it too soon to wanna say it to you
To you (X2)
If it slips right through and I don't mean to
The song Too Soon by Hey Ocean! is a beautiful and introspective piece that explores the complexities of a relationship that may be moving too fast. The opening lines set the scene by describing the two of them wading in water just above the surface, with the golden tree and yellow leaves offering a serene background against which their emotions can be explored. They are searching for their spirit animals, but while hers is visible on land, his is not. This could be symbolic of their emotional disconnect or the uncertain ground they are treading in their relationship.
The next verse seems to suggest that the relationship may be moving too quickly, and the timing is not right for an emotional declaration. They are both hesitant to say what they really feel, questioning if they should express themselves and risk losing what they have. The lines "Is it too soon to say it / Is it too soon to wanna say it to you / To you" are repeated twice, emphasizing the uncertainty and hesitation.
The final verse paints a surreal picture of birds and music, with the singer threatening to fill the other person's guitar with pigeons so they can only hear the rhythms. The street birds' beaks become the beats, and there is a sense of playfulness and whimsy. The song ends with the line "If it slips right through and I don't mean to", suggesting that the singer's words may be misunderstood or misinterpreted by the other person.
Overall, Too Soon is a nuanced and emotionally complex song that delves into the intricacies of a relationship that may be entering into new territory. The lyrics are thoughtful and poetic, painting a vivid picture of two people who are exploring their emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
The way the water was
Describing the scenery and environment in which the two individuals were present.
Us wading just above
The two individuals were standing just above the water, still connected to the natural surroundings.
Up in a golden tree
The location of the two individuals - tree that appears to be golden, maybe signifying something precious.
Peering through yellow leaves
The two individuals were looking through the yellow leaves of the golden tree, possibly experiencing a moment of intimacy.
We sat there searching for our spirit animals
The two individuals were in the process of finding their spirit animals, reflecting on their personal identity and connection with nature.
Mine up in on the shore
One of the individuals found their spirit animal, which is located on the shore, or maybe something that is more grounded or familiar to them.
We never once saw yours
The other individual was not successful in finding their spirit animal, possibly indicating a sense of disconnection and dissatisfaction.
You scraped your stomach on the bark
One of the individuals may have hurt themselves while trying to climb the tree, or they were feeling physical discomfort in the situation.
I cried up to you in the dark
One of the individuals expressed their emotions and connected with the other person in a vulnerable moment.
Awake before the moon but it came far too soon
The timing of the moment was not ideal, with the moon rising too soon and interrupting their time together.
Oh
An interjection that adds emotion and emphasis to the previous line.
Is it too soon to say it
One of the individuals is questioning whether it is too early to express their feelings and thoughts.
Is it too soon to wanna say it to you
The individual is wondering if it is too early to share such intimate thoughts and feelings with the other person.
Tonight I'm gonna fill your guitar with pigeons
The individual is planning to do something strange or unexpected for the other person, possibly as a gesture of affection or as a way to express themselves further.
So next time you're left with just the rhythms as you'll be down on wings
The individual is saying that they want to provide the other person with inspiration and creativity, as well as support during tough times.
It's time you sing this out loud
The individual is encouraging the other person to express themselves freely and without reservation.
You will hear the beats from the street birds beaks
The individual is saying that they will always be listening and ready to offer support and encouragement, even when it seems like no one else is listening.
As they fly to me from the south
The individual is saying that support and encouragement will come from unexpected places and in unexpected ways.
The words
The individual is referring to their own thoughts and emotions that they are struggling to express.
Well they slip and they slip right through and I don't mean to
The individual is acknowledging that their thoughts and emotions are slipping away, possibly because they are finding it difficult to express themselves.
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Zigellus Loki
This song is great in so many ways. I love the rhythm, and the way Ashleigh bounces to it. Her voice is really addicting, it's really jazzy and playful. <3
OatmealAreYouCrazy
Yea man
MandoPony
This is the kind of music that recharges me -- creatively, spiritually, physically. Great stuff. Wish I had discovered this band sooner.
XiaoBre
this song is so amazing live. every song by them is amazing live. ive seen them twice in the past week, and i'm gonna see them again twice more.
ShinyFox
That's some great kind of music! Beautiful voice from ashleigh! Thank god, mlp has brought me here. I need to grab myself an album of this amazing canadian band.
Lillian Marie
This is Beauty. this is Art. almost nothing that's played on the radio in the last 25 years can hold a candle to this.
drum1805
AWESOME!!! I have to admit, I too was brought here by the Pony Craze, (thanks to my 3 yr. old daughter who LOVES My Little Pony, and yes I have two faves myself- Apple Jack & Pinkie Pie). Hey Ocean is GREAT. As a drummer for the past 34 yrs., I have to give kudos to their drummer, very tasteful playing bro! The whole band is fantastic, and Ashleigh.... well, one can only say, "You ROCK!" :)
osriodore
I just love the way she's moving. It fits perfectly with her voice...
(-J.)™
Don't fret, the music is good. People will like it regardless of our fandom. We're supporting someone we know first as an actress who is especially talented. Now, join us and spread the word about this amazing band!
LFM Man
I love how it only took me one night to fall in love with the band and their music. It's so refreshing to see "true" music nowadays.