Lost In The Trees was known, until recently, as a folk orchestra from Chapel Hill, NC, led by composer and songwriter Ari Picker. Initially a bedroom recording project, Lost in the Trees grew from a solo effort to a full symphonic band, which sometimes numbered a dozen members. After releasing his self-titled album on Trekky Records, Ari attended the prestigious Berklee School of Music in Boston, MA, further immersing himself in the realm of classical composition. While in Boston, Ari assembled a small group of players to help him record Time Taunts Me , an EP of giant orchestral pop songs, released in 2007 on Trekky Records. The short album received some generous acclaim from national critics, but as Ari hurried to finish school, he was unable to tour in support of the music.
After finally moving back to North Carolina, Ari began writing a new album and assembling a cast of musicians from the Trekky Records Collective and the University of North Carolina Orchestra program. With a vast and supportive team behind him, Ari completed the powerful All Alone In An Empty House . The album was released in a single three-format package in September of 2008, containing a vinyl record, a CD and an MP3 download. The compositions benefited from a dedicated live backing band, complete with full string section, horn section, accordion, mandolin, glockenspiels and more.In February 2010, Lost in the Trees signed to Los Angeles based Anti- Records, which released an enhanced version of All Alone In An Empty House, reworked by acclaimed North Carolina producer Scott Solter (The Mountain Goats, Spoon, St. Vincent).
In 2012 the band released A Church That Fits Our Needs, their highly acclaimed orchestral pop/folk album. The album met with great commercial as well as critical success.
Ari Picker decided, despite the success, to make some changes, pursuing a more minimalistic and electronic approach to the new material, and changing the lineup to a foursome. The album, Past Life, was released in February of 2014 to widespread acclaim.
Wooden Walls of This Forest Church
Lost in the Trees Lyrics
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Wooden walls of this forest church
protect me from falling stone
And what have I learned
The coward is so concerned
If the sun will come out and burn
All who went out of turn
And I think that your aline
You've done just fine
You don't always have to get it right
Get it right the first time
And I'll follow
the light that's proven
Guided by the seeds I've sown
With every breath, with every step
I feel my strength has grown
The lyrics of Lost in the Trees's song "Wooden Walls of This Forest Church" describe a person who is in search of guidance and protection, like a white doe following a path in the forest. The wooden walls of the forest church protect the person from falling stones, possibly representing the dangers and obstacles of life. The lyrics then reflect on the fear of failure and the importance of perseverance.
The lyricist emphasizes the importance of learning from mistakes and not being afraid to fail. The line "You don't always have to get it right, get it right the first time" conveys the message that making mistakes is a natural part of life, and it is important not to be too hard on oneself. The song then ends on a hopeful note, with the person following the light that has proven itself, guided by the seeds they have sown.
Line by Line Meaning
I follow the path a white doe
I am guided by a symbol of purity and grace, seeking direction in my journey
Wooden walls of this forest church
The trees surround me and offer a comforting shelter in this natural sanctuary
protect me from falling stone
I am shielded from harm and the unpredictability of life's obstacles by the steadfast resilience of the forest's walls
And what have I learned
Reflecting on my experiences, I realize the value of gaining wisdom and knowledge
The coward is so concerned
Those who fear taking risks obsess over minutiae and meaningless details instead of pursuing their passions
If the sun will come out and burn
They worry about things outside of their control, such as potential negative consequences of their actions
All who went out of turn
Those who deviate from strict societal norms or expectations are often punished and ostracized
And I think that your aline
I believe that you are doing well on your own path and should continue without doubt
You've done just fine
You have succeeded in your own way and don't need to compare yourself to others
You don't always have to get it right
Perfection isn't necessary or even possible, so it's better to focus on personal growth instead of unattainable ideals
Get it right the first time
Society puts too much pressure on being flawless from the start, while mistakes and experimentation are essential in learning and development
And I'll follow
I will continue on my journey, guided by my own understanding and intuition
Contributed by Scarlett Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.