Moving Mountains is a New York-based indie rock band. Combining emotional v… Read Full Bio ↴Moving Mountains is a New York-based indie rock band. Combining emotional vocals with elements of post-rock and emo, the band has often been compared to The Appleseed Cast and Thrice.

The band was formed in Westchester, New York in 2005 by Gregory Dunn (guitar/vocals) and Nicholas Pizzolato (drums). A self-titled demo EP was leaked to the public in early 2006 and their debut album Pneuma was released independently in early 2007. Later that year, Frank Graniero (guitar/vocals) and Mitchell Lee (bass) completed the band's line-up. In 2008, Pneuma was reissued by Deep Elm. In Fall 2008, the band self-released the EP "Foreword".

Their second full-length album Waves was released May 10, 2011 on Triple Crown Records. The band has stated that Triple Crown Records let them record and write the album however they wanted to. The lyrics were written by Gregory Dunn, some of which, like Pneuma, were again written about his friend that had died. He has stated that this is the last album with lyrics about his deceased friend. With the album they wanted to create an album that would reflect how they play live.

The band's self-titled full length album was released on September 10th, 2013 on Triple Crown Records.

In December, 2015, Moving Mountains announced a split EP with the band Prawn, as well as a three city tour the weekend of December 18 to 20. Cities included were Philadelphia, Brooklyn, and Cambridge. They toured with Prawn and Moneen.

Official website: www.movmou.com

Foreword
Moving Mountains Lyrics

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We are so far away from home
We are lost
(We are) loved
We are home
We are safe
We are lost
(We are) So free to me and safe
There's no way I'll be staying right here

We are reaching out our hands to hold in place in time of need
We are hoping for a love that will shake the ground for you and me
We are lost
I've been waiting for something to happen
We are loved
I've been waiting so long
We are so free
And as we're falling I've been climing
We are home

We are safe
Oh. As we fall

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Moving Mountains's song Foreword start off with a feeling of displacement, as the singer feels far away from home and lost. Yet, there is a sense of security in the fact that they are loved and safe, even as they remain lost. Interestingly, the phrase "we are home" is repeated twice, perhaps to emphasize the feeling of belonging even in unfamiliar surroundings.

As the song continues, the singer seems to be on a journey, both physically and emotionally. They express their desire to move forward and not stay stagnant, reaching out a hand for support in times of need. Perhaps most strikingly, they express hope for a "love that will shake the ground for you and me." This sentiment suggests a deep longing for a transformative, world-changing love that is both powerful and all-consuming.

Overall, the lyrics of Foreword are reflective and introspective, capturing a feeling of displacement and journeying towards a better future. It's a poignant reminder that even when we feel lost, we are never truly alone.

Line by Line Meaning

We are so far away from home
We feel distant and disconnected from our roots and familiar surroundings

We are lost
We are unsure of where we are headed or how to get there

(We are) loved
Despite feeling lost, we are still supported and cared for by someone or something

We are home
We have found a sense of belonging and comfort in a new place or situation

We are safe
We feel protected and secure in our current circumstances

(We are) So free to me and safe
We value the freedom and safety we have found, but recognize that it may only be temporary or dependent on certain factors

There's no way I'll be staying right here
We are not content with staying stagnant and are actively seeking change or growth

We are reaching out our hands to hold in place in time of need
We are willing to support and assist others when they are struggling

We are hoping for a love that will shake the ground for you and me
We desire a powerful, transformative love that will have a significant impact on ourselves and others

We are lost
Our sense of direction and purpose is still uncertain

I've been waiting for something to happen
We have been anticipating a change or opportunity that will shape our future

We are loved
Despite our waiting and uncertainty, we are still supported and cared for by someone or something

I've been waiting so long
Our wait has been prolonged and perhaps even frustrating

We are so free
We are enjoying the sense of freedom we have found in our current circumstances

And as we're falling I've been climbing
Even when faced with struggle or adversity, we are finding ways to grow and become better versions of ourselves

We are home
Once again, we have found a sense of belonging and comfort in our surroundings

We are safe
We still feel protected and secure, even when faced with difficulty

Oh. As we fall
Despite the challenges we face, we are still moving forward and trying to make the most of our situation

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