Mree (Marie Hsiao) born November 1, 1993, is an American experimental folk … Read Full Bio ↴Mree (Marie Hsiao) born November 1, 1993, is an American experimental folk artist from New Jersey and based in Portland. Mree first began posting covers on YouTube in 2008. She gained a following through singing the music of her influences such as Bon Iver and Imogen Heap. Mree's voice has always been regarded as ethereal by her subscribers on YouTube. With the release of her original music starting in March 2011 with her debut single, Against the Current she established a sound of her own that would steadily evolve with her maturation as an artist. Mree released her debut album Grow in October 2011. Two years later, Mree released her sophomore album Winterwell in August 2013. This album was a departure from the acoustic sound of its predecessor. She introduced electronic elements into her acoustic base with ease. Several songs from this album went on to be featured in an array of television shows. In December 2015 Mree released her third album, Empty Nest adding seven new songs to her catalog.

In the Morning
Mree Lyrics

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Mother, mother, mother I've been down
Chasing all these shadows to the ground
She said, "Wait no more, wait no more"
It's been too long to find what you're searching for"

In the pacing of your footsteps to the door
in the saddest tone with words so deep you swore
You said, "cry no more, cry no more

Rest assured, my heart is always yours"

Here in the morning
When light hits the window wings
Say that you'll always wait for me

Falling still in silence, awake in screams
Since you left me with these nightmares instead of dreams
Say no more, say no more
Even when you're gone I love you more

Here in the morning
When light hits the window wings
Say that you'll always wait for me

Always wait

for always, wait for
always, stay with me

Overall Meaning

The opening verse of Mree's song 'In the Morning' seems to evoke a sense of struggling and seeking clarity within oneself. The singer says “Mother, mother, mother I've been down Chasing all these shadows to the ground”. She is addressing someone, possibly her mother, who possesses a higher authority, possibly a spiritual figure or a divine force, seeking some guidance and comfort. She further says that someone has been telling her “wait no more, wait no more”. She might have been battling some internal demons, maybe anxiety or depression, and wants to find peace in her life. The song then talks about a person who’s trying to comfort and assure her. There’s a sense of vulnerability and sadness in the way she sings the lyrics, like someone who’s bared her soul and waiting for a validation from the other person. The phrase “It’s been too long to find what you’re searching for” could imply that she’s been struggling for too long and wants to find respite from it all.

The second verse talks about the person who’s come to rescue the singer, they say “cry no more, cry no more Rest assured, my heart is always yours”. The sense of reassurance and love that the person possesses can be comforting for someone who’s been battling mental or emotional turmoil. The song then shifts focus on the morning, possibly a new beginning, where the light hits the window wings. The singer says “Say that you’ll always wait for me” which is open to interpretation. It could be directed at the person who’s promising her comfort or could be directed towards a new beginning, like the sun rising every day, as a promise of hope, that tomorrow will be better. The song’s lyrics are cleverly written and are bereft of any cliches, giving the listener a chance to interpret it in their way.

Line by Line Meaning

Mother, mother, mother I've been down
I'm feeling low and lost, trying to escape my problems

Chasing all these shadows to the ground
I've been trying to overcome fears and doubts that feel impossible to tackle

She said, "Wait no more, wait no more"
Someone is telling me to stop waiting and start living my life proactively

It's been too long to find what you're searching for"
I've been searching for something for a while and haven't found it yet, but someone is encouraging me to keep trying

In the pacing of your footsteps to the door
I can tell from the sound of your footsteps that you're leaving

in the saddest tone with words so deep you swore
You spoke with such sadness and seriousness that it seemed like you were making a promise or vow

You said, "cry no more, cry no more
You comforted me and told me not to cry

Rest assured, my heart is always yours"
You reassured me of your love and devotion

Falling still in silence, awake in screams
I'm feeling numb and quiet on the surface, but inside I'm screaming with pain and fear

Since you left me with these nightmares instead of dreams
Ever since you left me, my hopes and dreams have turned into nightmares and fears

Say no more, say no more
I don't need to hear more words or promises, because your love is enough for me

Even when you're gone I love you more"
I will always love you, even if you're not physically with me

Here in the morning
In the freshness and newness of the day

When light hits the window wings
When the sunlight shines through the windows and creates a beautiful glow

Say that you'll always wait for me
Promise me that you'll be patient and faithful, and that we'll always be together

Always wait
Always be there for me, no matter what