Inspired by artists such as The Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bruce Springsteen Will & Jimmy started to write and perform as a duo. Jimmy took responsibility for lead guitar, mandolin and vocal whilst beside him Will not only played rhythm guitar but also kick drum and joint lead vocals. Will took a performance course at University, where he met Josh who was also pursuing the same degree.
Jimmy & Will had already decided they needed a third member to play bass and over a few drinks, and despite already being an accomplished guitarist, Josh decided to learn the bass. This completed the band lineup and in November 2012 the trio all moved to London to bring their own brand of power folk to the huddled masses. A mix of folk, country & rock, tight three part harmonies and explosive energy ensures an impressive live show.
Hologram
Hunter & the Bear Lyrics
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Blood on the back of our hands
Rollin' Stones on the back seat
Over and over again
We were always the wild ones
Screamin', I'm outta my head
Leaning heart on the back beat
Remember the word that I said
I'm chasing after a better man
Whoa, I wanna be a better man
A flicker like a hologram
If it was up to me I'd start again
Ooh, it's everything I've ever had
I draw it on a diagram
You see the cracks in my defense
We went wild with the war paint
Dreaming I'm blind in the night
Little spark in a black hole
The embers are burning so bright
I'm chasing something I've never had
I'm chasing after a better man
Whoa, I wanna be a better man
A flicker like a hologram
If it was up to me I'd start again
Ooh, it's everything I've ever had
I draw it on a diagram
You see the cracks in my defense
Is there any sense looking for the warning signs?
I've already built a cover of the cracks we find
Is there any sense looking for the warning signs?
I've already built a cover of the cracks we find
We were always the wild ones
Blood on the back of our hands
Rollin' Stones on the back seat
Over and over again
We were always the wild ones
Screamin', I'm outta my head
Leaning heart on the back beat
Whoa, I wanna be a better man
A flicker like a hologram
If it was up to me I'd start again
Ooh, it's everything I've ever had
I draw it on a diagram
You see the cracks in my defense
Oh, I wanna be a better man
A flicker like a hologram
If it was up to me I'd start again
The lyrics to "Hologram" by Hunter & the Bear convey a sense of youthful rebellion, ambition, and the desire for self-improvement. The song portrays the singers as "wild ones" who have always lived life on their own terms, with "blood on the back of their hands" symbolizing their involvement in intense and passionate experiences. The reference to the "Rollin' Stones on the back seat" suggests a nomadic and free-spirited lifestyle, continuously seeking adventure. However, they also acknowledge that they are chasing after something they have never had, striving to become a "better man."
The chorus emphasizes this pursuit of self-improvement, as they yearn to be a "better man" and flicker like a "hologram," suggesting a desire to transcend their current limitations and become more ethereal and elusive. They express a longing to start anew, to erase past mistakes, and rebuild their lives from scratch. The singer acknowledges that everything they have ever had is encapsulated in this yearning for self-improvement and personal growth.
The lyrics also hint at the vulnerability and fragility beneath their wild image. They mention the "cracks in their defense," suggesting that despite their outward confidence, they are aware of their own flaws and weaknesses. The line "I've already built a cover of the cracks we find" suggests a tendency to mask their vulnerabilities, possibly as a defense mechanism.
Overall, "Hologram" captures the restlessness and ambition of youth, as well as the desire to evolve and become a better version of oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
We were always the wild ones
We were always the ones who embraced a free and adventurous spirit
Blood on the back of our hands
We experienced intense and passionate moments, leaving a mark
Rollin' Stones on the back seat
We enjoyed bursts of excitement and energy while driving
Over and over again
Repeating those thrilling experiences
Screamin', I'm outta my head
Expressing enthusiasm and being carried away by emotions
Leaning heart on the back beat
Finding solace and connection with music
Remember the word that I said
Recall the promises or declarations I made
I'm chasing something I've never had
I'm pursuing a new and unknown desire or goal
I'm chasing after a better man
I'm striving to become a better version of myself
Whoa, I wanna be a better man
I desire personal growth and improvement
A flicker like a hologram
A transient and elusive presence, like a holographic projection
If it was up to me, I'd start again
If I had the choice, I would begin anew
Ooh, it's everything I've ever had
It encompasses all that I have experienced or possessed
I draw it on a diagram
I represent it visually to understand and analyze it
You see the cracks in my defense
You perceive the vulnerabilities or weaknesses I try to hide
We went wild with the war paint
We embraced our freedom by expressing ourselves boldly
Dreaming I'm blind in the night
Imagining a world where I can't see the limitations or obstacles
Little spark in a black hole
A small source of hope or inspiration amidst darkness
The embers are burning so bright
The passion and intensity within us continue to ignite
Is there any sense looking for the warning signs?
Is it worthwhile to search for indications of potential problems?
I've already built a cover of the cracks we find
I have already created a facade to conceal the flaws we discover
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Will Irvine, Jimmy Hunter, Chris Clark, Gareth Thompson
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