The band's sound may be familiar to those who have listened to José González’s critically acclaimed solo records, with organs, synths, and drums featured alongside his nylon-stringed guitar and distinctive voice. The songs are often dynamic, melodic and shadowy, with a remarkable sonic approach that is simultaneously intimate and atmospheric.
Rope
Junip Lyrics
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Got our rope and summit
But we need to wake up
Baby wake up
Unmasking your fears
One by one see them disappear
Into the fog down below
As long as you don't fall
Still in the quiet morning breeze
Swaying gently in unsuspecting dreams
Clues of a gathering storm
It's time to wake up
Time to move on
The lyrics of Junip's song "Rope" paint a vivid picture of a situation where the persona and his partner have all the tools and resources they need to reach the top of their game, but are faced with an obstacle that they must overcome before they can truly achieve success. The first verse, "We've got our rope and summit, but we need to wake up, baby wake up" speaks to the fact that they are adequately equipped and prepared for success, but they need to be fully awake and alert to seize the opportunities in front of them. The emphasis on "Baby wake up" also adds a layer of urgency to the message.
The second verse, "Unmasking your fears, one by one see them disappear, into the fog down below, slipping is fine, as long as you don't fall" tackles the theme of fear and how it can hold one back from achieving their goals. The persona encourages his partner to confront their fears and dispel them one by one, likening the process to watching them disappear into the mist that envelops the mountain. The line "slipping is fine, as long as you don't fall" is a reassuring message to his partner that they should be confident in their abilities, but also take calculated risks and be mindful of their footing.
The last verse, "Still in the quiet morning breeze, swaying gently in unsuspecting dreams, clues of a gathering storm, it's time to wake up, time to move on" sets the scene for the persona and his partner at the base of the mountain, reflecting on their journey so far. The reference to the "quiet morning breeze" and "unsuspecting dreams" implies a sense of calm and serenity, but the warning signs of a looming storm suggest that they cannot rest on their laurels - it's time to be proactive and "move on".
Line by Line Meaning
We've got our rope and summit
We have the tools and skills necessary to achieve our goals
Got our rope and summit
Reiterating that we are well equipped for success
But we need to wake up
Despite having everything we need, we must take action and be proactive
Baby wake up
A call to action, urging the listener to take charge of their life
Unmasking your fears
Confronting and identifying one's fears
One by one see them disappear
As we confront our fears, they lose their power and control over us
Into the fog down below
As we overcome our fears, they become less overwhelming and start to dissipate
Slipping is fine
It's natural to stumble or make mistakes in the process of achieving our goals
As long as you don't fall
As long as we don't give up or lose sight of our end goal, minor setbacks are not insurmountable
Still in the quiet morning breeze
Despite the peaceful and calm surroundings, there may be hidden challenges or obstacles
Swaying gently in unsuspecting dreams
We may not be aware of the difficulties that lie ahead or underestimate the amount of work required
Clues of a gathering storm
Signs that our journey may become more difficult or challenging
It's time to wake up
A reminder that we must remain alert and prepared for whatever comes our way
Time to move on
We must keep pushing forward and not let the challenges or setbacks we encounter stop us from achieving our goals
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BANEY, GONZALEZ, WINTERKORN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Leonard Simonis
Ich könnte dir einiges empfehlen, zu dem man entspannen kann oder das zumindest so gut ist, dass man sich nicht entspannen will!
Kate Bush - Never for ever
Kate Bush - The Kick Inside
Kate Bush - 50 Words For Snow (sehr entspannend, wie ein Soundtrack zu einem Thriller in Alaska oder so)
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - Ghosteen, Skeleton Tree, Push The Sky Away (eigentlich sind alle Alben gut, die früheren sind halt etwas Punk/Gothic/Bluesrocklastig und sehr düster, wie etwa "Murder Ballads", "Let Love In", "Henry's Dream", "The Firstborn Is Dead", "Your Funeral...my Trial" oder "Tender Prey", aber sie sind einen Versuch wert!)
Dead Can Dance (eigentlich auch alles, vor allem aber "The Serpent's Egg", "Within The Realm Of A Dying Sun" oder "Into The Labyrinth". Die Sängerin hat eine wahnsinns Stimme und singt in einer eigens erfundenen Fantasiesprache, also es ist nicht für jeden was.)
außerdem noch:
Genesis (die Peter Gabriel-Ära: Selling England By The Pound, Nursery Cryme, Foxtrot, The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway)
Pink Floyd (die ersten Paar Alben kann man sich getrost sparen, das erste "gute" ist "Atom Heart Mother", aber ab "The Dark Side Of The Moon" kommen nur noch geniale Alben)
Fleetwood Mac: "Rumours", "Mirage", "Tango In The Night"
die bisherigen vier Alben von Florence & the Machine
jetzt wäre ich so langsam am Ende. Ich hoffe, irgendwas hiervon gefällt dir!
PullMex
Bro, 9 years now.. I'm getting old but still listening to this pearl and will never stop
Diana Ackman
found this on accident. I'm usually a metal head but this is nothing short of brilliant
Vanina Cescato
Heard as a huge mashup of the Doors keyboards 'n' a psyche indie music.... Sound incredibly good!!!
phjmez
btw, does anyone have any tabs to this? that would be awesome
King ofHearts
Wow! I didn't know it! NICE!!! Relaxing and lively together!
Charms
José González - Guitar/Vocals Elias Araya - Drums Tobias Winterkorn - Keyboards
sweetyfluffy
this is some good stuff (:
Willy Wax Beats
The right sugar to my morning coffee...
charles sawyer
Great song for ski mountaineering
Ned
Beautiful climbing music