She began as a busker before joining the band Holy Moly and the Crackers playing trombone.
Turning solo, she self-released "Be Still" in 2019, "Summer Up North" in 2020,
Free Flow
Martha Hill Lyrics
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These city skies
Are still stained from last night
Can't switch off my mind
Ride the train in the morning light
It's 6am life in this city I despise.
Why do I always feel like
My days are coming dreamlike
I'm just trying to catch a free flow state of mind
The state of mine
Is yours to define
If I could free this moment in time
Would we unwind
Oh I try but I can't fight this state of mind.
Scared if I switch off the clock
That time will stop
I'll hit bottom like a rock
Or fall right off the top
Ticking time is dripping drops
My my love she is telling me to stop
Why do I always feel like
I'm running out of time
My days are coming dreamlike
I'm just trying to catch a free flow state of mind
The state of mine
Is yours to define
If I could free this moment in time
Would we unwind
Oh I try but I can't fight this state of mind.
Nothing that you say, to me
Is making any sense
Gotta see to believe it
Get me out of here
Fore I lose my mind
Fore I lose myself
Know that I'm just trying to catch a free flow state of mind
The state of mine
Is yours to define
If I could free this moment in time
Would we unwind
Oh I try but I can't fight this state of mind.
The lyrics of Martha Hill's song "Free Flow" delve into the inner turmoil and pressures that come with living in a fast-paced city environment. The opening lines set the scene of an early morning in a city that still bears the remnants of the night before, creating a sense of restlessness and unease. The singer expresses their inability to switch off their mind, highlighting the constant thoughts and anxieties that plague them as they navigate through the city at dawn. The repetition of feeling like they are running out of time suggests a deep fear of not being able to keep up with the demands of their day-to-day life.
The chorus delves into the singer's longing for a state of mind where they can feel free and unburdened. This "free flow state of mind" is portrayed as elusive and difficult to attain, hinting at the struggle to find peace and clarity amidst the chaos of urban living. The singer questions whether they would be able to unwind and find solace if they could break free from the constraints of time and societal expectations. The internal conflict of trying to maintain this state of mind while feeling trapped by their own thoughts is palpable throughout the song.
The lyrics also touch upon the singer's fear of what might happen if they were to stop and take a moment to pause. The imagery of time as a relentless force that threatens to leave them feeling empty and lost is evocative and poignant. The pressure to keep moving forward and the fear of losing control or stability is a recurring theme in the song, reflecting the common struggle many people face in balancing work, relationships, and personal well-being.
As the song progresses, the singer grapples with the lack of understanding from others and a growing sense of detachment from their surroundings. The plea to be taken away from the overwhelming environment before losing their sanity hints at a breaking point that is looming closer. The repetition of trying to catch a "free flow state of mind" underscores the singer's desperate desire for inner peace and a sense of release from the constraints that bind them. Overall, Martha Hill's "Free Flow" captures the internal conflict of trying to find balance and happiness in a world that often feels overwhelming and disconnected.
Line by Line Meaning
Early morning, early rise
Waking up early in the morning
These city skies
The sky in the city
Are still stained from last night
Still marked from the previous night
Can't switch off my mind
Unable to stop thinking
Ride the train in the morning light
Taking the train in the sunlight
It's 6am life in this city I despise.
Disliking the city life at 6am
Why do I always feel like
Why do I constantly have the sensation that
I'm running out of time
I have a limited amount of time
My days are coming dreamlike
My days seem like a dream
I'm just trying to catch a free flow state of mind
Struggling to achieve a carefree state of mind
The state of mine
My mental state
Is yours to define
Can be interpreted by you
If I could free this moment in time
If I could release this instant
Would we unwind
Would we relax
Oh I try but I can't fight this state of mind.
I attempt to resist this mindset but fail
Scared if I switch off the clock
Afraid that by stopping time
That time will stop
Time will cease
I'll hit bottom like a rock
I'll reach a low point
Or fall right off the top
Or lose everything I have achieved
Ticking time is dripping drops
Time passing slowly
My my love she is telling me to stop
My loved one is advising me to pause
Nothing that you say, to me
Your words to me
Is making any sense
Don't make sense
Gotta see to believe it
Need to witness to comprehend
Get me out of here
Take me away from this place
Fore I lose my mind
Before I go crazy
Fore I lose myself
Before I lose my identity
Know that I'm just trying to catch a free flow state of mind
Understand that I'm striving for a relaxed mental state
Lyrics © Sentric Music
Written by: Martha Byrne, Sarah Howells
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
John ford
Can’t tell you how much I look up to you sis ♥️ keep on spitting the good stuff,always here in the background ❤️ from Spanish john 🍀🤗 big hugs !
Bugman
Love it!
Dominic Wheatley
Loving this Martha 😁
Alex Clawson
👍🏻
Martin Vaux
Tune.
RooRaaah Crumbs
Lived in London (Caledonian Road then Edmonton) for five years or so. Hated every awful second.
GoodvibezZ
I could only do 2 yrs in london 😄
GoodvibezZ
yep i despise that city as well :D :D