Ryan Henderson discovered his passion for music during his high school years when he attended the Woodford Folk Festival and was captivated by the performances of Angus & Julia Stone. Inspired by their music, he embarked on a journey to learn the guitar and pursue a career in music.
Matt Carins, on the other hand, grew up in a musical environment in Brisbane. His father is a member of a local cover band and has also written albums, while his mother is proficient in piano and flute, teaching these instruments as well. Carins' sister is a pianist, and his brother is involved in an alternative rock band, highlighting the family's musical connections.
The band released their debut EP, "Drifting," in October 2014. Following the release of "Drifting," Hollow Coves quickly gained international recognition, especially with the success of their hit single "The Woods" in 2017.
Drawing inspiration from artists such as Angus & Julia Stone, Ben Howard, and The Paper Kites, Hollow Coves blends an earthy folk sound, featuring simple acoustic melodies, rich vocal harmonies, and profound themes. Their music resonated with audiences, propelling them to the top of notable charts like Hype Machine and THR's Top TV Songs.
Initially, the duo recorded their music in a garage before parting ways, with Henderson heading to Canada and Carins to England. Despite the distance, their music garnered significant attention on platforms like Spotify, leading to widespread acclaim and record deals. In 2017, Hollow Coves signed with Nettwerk and released their debut EP, "Wanderlust". While physically apart, they continued to collaborate remotely, utilizing online resources to write and record songs.
In 2019, the group returned with their nostalgia-laden first full-length titled "Moments".
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Matt Carins, previously working as a carpenter, joined forces with Ryan Henderson to construct a production studio and a soundproof room for practicing and recording their music, highlighting their commitment to their craft even during challenging times.
Ran Away
Hollow Coves Lyrics
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As someone that I could hold onto
I wanted to be there for you
Now we've slowly grown apart
You had the whole world handed to you
But you started to change and you threw it away
For a lie that was caught in the shadows
Pulling you away from home
You ran away
And you lost your way
You ran away
And it's not the same
After all of these things that we've been through
Now I feel like I don't even know you
You're the shell of a man that I once knew
Trying to find his way back home
Hoping that the ache will go
You ran away
And you lost your way
You ran away
And it's not the same
My broken home
And these weary bones
You've come and you've gone
Now I'm all alone
My broken home
And these weary bones
You've come and you've gone
Now I'm all alone
You ran away
And you lost your way
You ran away
And it's not the same
The lyrics to Hollow Coves’ song ‘Ran Away’ are about the pain of losing someone you care about deeply, and watching them change and drift away. The singer starts by reflecting on a time when they saw the person as someone they could hold onto, and wanted to be there for them. But over time, the person began to change and was lured away by a falsehood “caught in the shadows” that pulled them away from everything they knew. The singer is left feeling distant and disconnected from someone they once knew so well.
The chorus of the song speaks to the emotional impact of this experience: “You ran away, and you lost your way, you ran away and it’s not the same.” The singer is clearly mourning the loss of the relationship they had with the other person, and struggling to come to grips with how much has changed. The bridge of the song reinforces this sense of loss and isolation. The singer describes their “broken home” and “weary bones,” and how the person they cared about has come and gone, leaving them feeling very much alone.
Overall, the lyrics to 'Ran Away' are deeply emotional and heartfelt. They capture the sense of loss and disconnection that can come from growing apart from someone you care about. Despite the pain of this experience, the song ultimately has an uplifting message. The singer seems to recognize the value of the relationship they had, and the importance of trying to reconnect, even when it feels difficult or impossible.
Line by Line Meaning
There was a time when I saw you
I used to see you as someone significant
As someone that I could hold onto
I thought I could depend on you
I wanted to be there for you
I wanted to support you through everything
Now we've slowly grown apart
Our relationship has gradually faded
You had the whole world handed to you
You were blessed with great opportunities
But you started to change and you threw it away
You changed for the worse and lost everything
For a lie that was caught in the shadows
You fell for a deceitful temptation
Pulling you away from home
Leading you astray from where you belong
Leaving all you've ever known
Abandoning your roots and identity
You ran away
You chose to leave your problems behind
And you lost your way
You've become lost and aimless
And it's not the same
Things are different now that you're gone
After all of these things that we've been through
Despite everything we've faced together
Now I feel like I don't even know you
I don't recognize the person you've become
You're the shell of a man that I once knew
You've become a hollow version of yourself
Trying to find his way back home
Struggling to return to where you belong
Hoping that the ache will go
Wishing that the pain will subside
My broken home
My home has been shattered and damaged
And these weary bones
My tired and worn-out self
You've come and you've gone
You've entered and exited my life
Now I'm all alone
And now I'm left with nothing
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Written by: Matthew Carins, Ryan Henderson
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There was a time when I saw you
There's someone that I could hold onto
I wanted to be there for you
Now we're slowly grown apart
You had the whole world headed to you
But you started to change and threw it away
For a lie that was caught in the shadows
Pulling you away from home
Leaving all you've ever known
You then prayed
And you lost your way
You then prayed
And it's not the same
After all of these things that we've been through
Now I feel like I don't even know you
You're a shell of the man that I once knew
Trying to find his way back home
Hoping that the ache will go
You then prayed
And you lost your way
You then prayed
And it's not the same
My broken hope
And he's really gone
You've come and you've gone
Now I'm all alone
My broken hope
And he's really gone
You've gone and you've come
Now I'm all alone
You then prayed
And you lost your way
You then prayed
And it's not the same
@barriepalmer9292
I never get tired of excellent music. Listening to hollow coves all day layed up horizontally with a neck brace on. You take my pain away 🙏🏼 thank you
@anthonys6479
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
@kc8639
Sometimes YouTube knocks it out of the park with their timing of songs & videos. Really needed this on this emotionally trying day.
@liamo221
Same bro
@danielrojas509
Sometimes i'm so alone and sad, but at the same time this kind of music makes you happy, giving hope, especially with this kind of videos, it's like "out there is a world, fucking live" 🖤
@janpuedanvisuals7577
Yeah bro
@omotayoblessingbent9354
🖤
@amaniboucenna9781
Every time I listen your music I thank god that people like you STILL existing! Because it's the pure, clean music that my ears never get tired of it.
@ahmetcancakmak8098
I know it wont reach billions of viewers but maybe its good, ıts ours people...
@delvindicard5265
Nahh I dont care about views. I care about the contents which contained beautiful things!