Babylon
Marlin Kites Lyrics

The garden
A piece of land cultivated for the pleasure of two people.

Planted just for two
This garden was specifically grown for you and one other person.

The cosmonaut is flying while I’m
While someone else is exploring unknown territory, I am stuck in my mundane life.

Still deciding what I
I am indecisive and unsure about my next move.

Want to do
I don't know what path I should take going forward.

And I
Additionally,

Don’t wanna say it’s mine
I hesitate to claim ownership over something.

But all these static dreams poking
Despite my hesitation, my aspirations and hopes are present.

Through the seams make me
My ambitions excite and inspire me.

Feel so fine
I feel good about myself and my future prospects.

Babylon trees
Refers to trees that are symbolic of Babylon, a place of luxury, opulence, and power.

Hang low
The trees are drooping down and the branches are almost touching the ground.

But just out of reach
Despite appearing to be within grasp, they are still not easily accessible.

Babylon trees
The trees of Babylon are referenced again.

Show me the shade
I want the cool relief and protection provided by the trees' shade.

That I need
The shade isn't just a want, it's a necessity for my well-being.

Let it go
It's time to release any negative emotions or past situations in order to move forward.

It's not worth the fight
The conflict isn't worth the effort and can be let go without consequence.

Don’t roll the dice with those
Don't gamble your future with people who may not have your best interests at heart.

Caramel eyes
Describes a person with beautiful brown eyes.

But I
Despite the warning,

Know you might
I still recognize that there is a risk in interacting with this person.

Babylon trees
The beauty and power of the trees of Babylon are once again referenced.

(Hey)
An exclamation that draws attention or emphasizes the previous statement.

Hang low
The drooping branches of the trees again represent their weight and power.

To place me at ease
The shade provided by the trees serve as a comfort to me.

Babylon trees
The trees of Babylon are again spoken of in terms of their grandeur and wonder.

The seventh wonder that I need
The trees of Babylon are the seventh wonder of the world and I require them now more than ever before.