Spring
Hikes Lyrics
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when the scales fell from my eye
and I hoped that spring eternal
but that river's running dry
that was might nigh the night that I saw home
as a place that we can't go
yet we row and row and roam
when will we wake up?
Where'd it go, where'd it go, where'd it go, sensitivity?
Daydreams displace me
Should we grow apart now?
Or do they save me?
Why can't I wake up, intact
and see through to the other side.
Should I grow up? Or apart?
Fall back or Spring Forward?
Help me wake up
get back to my sensitivity!
Spring Forward!
The gray that makes green greener.
The gray that makes green greener.
The lyrics of "Spring" by Hikes speak about hope and disillusionment. The metaphor of "seeing the forest for the trees" implies that the singer has gained perspective and is now aware of the bigger picture. However, what was once a hopeful outlook ("hope for spring eternal") has now been shattered as the river is "running dry." The imagery of rowing and roaming suggests a sense of aimlessness, a feeling of being lost on the journey, despite knowing that "home" is a place they cannot go. The repetition of "where'd it go" and "should we grow apart now" reveals a sense of confusion and doubt that is prevalent throughout the song.
The chorus of the song, "Why can't I wake up, intact and see through to the other side. Should I grow up? Or apart? Fall back or Spring Forward?" suggests that there are no clear answers or directions in life. The idea of waking up and "getting back to my sensitivity" shows a longing to return to a more innocent and open state of being. The final exclamation of "Spring Forward!" at the end of the song suggests a desire to move forward and embrace the future, even if it is uncertain.
Overall, "Spring" by Hikes is a reflective and introspective song that expresses the confusion and disillusionment that we can feel in life, while holding onto a hope for renewal and growth.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw the forest for the trees
I finally gained a deeper understanding by putting aside superficial details.
when the scales fell from my eye
When I stopped seeing things as I wanted them to be.
and I hoped that spring eternal
I wished for eternal rebirth and growth.
but that river's running dry
Yet the hope seems futile as I see that progress can't continue without change.
that was might nigh the night that I saw home
It was a powerful night where I came to the realization that home can't always be where the heart wants it to be.
as a place that we can't go
Sometimes, our desired destination is simply out of reach.
yet we row and row and roam
Despite this, we keep trying to reach it by moving forward, even if it's aimless.
when will we wake up?
I wonder when we will become aware of reality and move forward in the right direction.
Where'd it go, where'd it go, where'd it go, sensitivity?
I'm questioning where my sensitivity and compassion disappeared to.
Daydreams displace me
My idealistic thoughts are hindering me from complete understanding of the situation and making progress.
Should we grow apart now?
I'm questioning whether moving away from my current mindset will aid my growth.
Or do they save me?
Yet, I question whether these same thoughts, and ideals is what is keeping me rooted and protected.
Why can't I wake up, intact
I am wondering what is keeping me from opening my eyes and seeing what's really going on in the world.
and see through to the other side.
I feel that there is a deeper understanding I'm missing, a truth I'm not seeing.
Should I grow up? Or apart?
I question whether it's better to mature or distance myself.
Fall back or Spring Forward?
Should I regress or continue to push forward with the same energy?
Help me wake up
I seek to be enlightened to what is really happening around me.
get back to my sensitivity!
I don't want to be indifferent, I want to be sensitive and conscious of myself and the environment.
Spring Forward!
I am promoting taking action, having hope and pushing forward, like the season of Spring.
The gray that makes green greener.
The flaws, imperfections, and contrasts in life make things stand out in a beautiful and unique way.
The gray that makes green greener.
It's the imperfections of life that make it beautiful, and even though life can be gray and uncertain, these circumstances help us to be more appreciative of what's good in our lives.
Contributed by Charlie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
J Dex
It's going to come off as hyperbolic, but I honestly believe Hikes and their music captures the intangible feels of my generation more than any other band I know. I'm so grateful this music exists.
Jake Harrison
Someone who has a better ear than me please be a kind soul and create a tab for this
Joseph
Way too complicated for me. haha. They have a tab book on their bandcamp for the Mahal Kita album if you weren't aware.
Ghettoyaco
Great stuff boys. Loving it.
Pico's
En mi opinión el mejor math rock jamás hecho. Punto...
Matt Lackey
I listen to this song at least once a day
Karl Budde
such a good song.
Justine Tavitas
I love them! 💝
nehcik8
Great song
Mothehaus
God fuck this is so good