She collaborated with Matthew Good for his song "Flight Recorder From Viking 7," which can be found on his album "Loser Anthems" and with fellow Canucks of The Tea Party on "Wishing you would stay".
Watching Over You
Holly McNarland Lyrics
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Ever really fallen far from grace
Do you know you at all?
Do you recognize this silent face?
I know you
Everyone knows how to bleed
You know me
Watching over you
And they're watching over me
Watching over you
They're watching over me
Building our trenches
In the order you let down
The mourning that overcame
The hollow of your spaces
Do you recognize this sullen face?
I know you
Everyone knows how to bleed you know me
And things we all need
Watching over you
And they're watching over me
Watching over you
They're watching over me
Building our trenches
The lyrics of Holly McNarland's song Watching Over You speak directly to the feeling of loneliness, questioning the listener's connection with themselves and those around them. The opening lines indicate that being alone isn't just about physical isolation but also an emotional distance, falling far from grace. This may also suggest a loss of self or a disconnection with one's own identity. The reference to recognizing a silent face could point to the idea of not knowing oneself or feeling invisible to the rest of the world.
In the chorus, McNarland sings about watching and being watched, implying a sense of guardianship, safety, and mutual trust. Building our trenches could indicate a way to protect ourselves and those around us in troubled times. McNarland repeats the lines "I know you, you know me" several times, which could represent a shared sense of understanding and a bond between people. But still, despite this knowledge and connection, the song remains a plea to witness and support each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Have you ever really been alone?
Have you ever truly felt like there was no one around to support you?
Ever really fallen far from grace
Have you ever made a big mistake or a series of mistakes that caused you to lose respect or admiration?
Do you know you at all?
Do you truly understand and recognize your own self?
Do you recognize this silent face?
Can you identify the person you see in the mirror whose emotions are kept hidden?
I know you
I understand who you are
Everyone knows how to bleed
Everyone has experienced pain, disappointment or sorrow at some point in their life
You know me
You understand who I am
And things we all need
And we all require things like support, love, and understanding to get through tough times in life
Watching over you
Taking care and ensuring that you do not get hurt
And they're watching over me
Watching over me the same way
Building our trenches
Creating a space of security and fort creating a sense of trust
In the order you let down
Based on the people you have disappointed or wronged
The mourning that overcame
The sorrow and grief that surrounded you after you messed up
The hollow of your spaces
The emptiness or lack of fulfillment you may feel inside
Do you recognize this sullen face?
Can you acknowledge and comprehend the sadness or misery reflected on your face?
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: STEVE MCEWAN, TOM DOUGLAS
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