Peaches
In the Valley Below Lyrics

The lyrics of In the Valley Below’s song “Peaches” speak to the transience of life and the desire for connection and fulfillment in the midst of it. The first verse describes a state of hardship and affliction, whether literal or figurative (“working on my knees”) and an acknowledgment of the universality of struggle (“everybody got disease”). Despite this, the second half of the verse implies a willingness to give freely and without resentment (“you can steal from me, baby that’s just fine/you can say it’s free, baby that’s alright”).

The chorus reinforces the sense of urgency present in the song, repeating the line “we won’t live too long” and encouraging the listener to embrace this momentary life fully (“so let’s love for one song”). The second half of the chorus introduces a metaphor of a lion and a holy man, suggesting a tension between opposing forces that may need to be reconciled before one can experience true freedom and satisfaction.

The second verse continues to explore the idea of bearing up under difficulty (e.g. “you’ve been stepping on me”) but also hints at a desire for revenge or at least a recognition that justice will be served (“I’ll be raising my hands when the lightning strikes”). Throughout, the lyrics suggest a craving for sweetness or pleasure in the midst of hardship—something to keep reaching for that makes life feel worthwhile.