He has released an EP at the end of 2011 called Colored My Heart Red followed by his first LP Corridors released in 2012.
Machine
Observer Drift Lyrics
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you think to long and you'll never know
take your leave, you've done enough
the time was yours, but now its up
hopelessly lay your head
and start to dream
rapidly close your eyes
so you can dream
if you give it back, you'll be restored
machines replaced all these trees
we still recall what couldn't be
hopelessly lay your head
and start to dream
rapidly close your eyes
so you can dream
In Observer Drift's song "Machine," the lyrics describe a sense of disillusionment and helplessness in the face of technology's encroachment on nature. The first lines, "Swim so fast, but sink so low / you think too long and you'll never know," suggest a feeling of being overwhelmed and struggling to keep up with the rapid advances of technology. However, the next lines, "take your leave, you've done enough / the time was yours, but now it's up," indicate a resignation to the fact that time has moved on and there is little that can be done to stop the march of progress.
The lyrics then turn to the natural world, lamenting the loss of trees that have been replaced by machines. The lines "you can't take what isn't yours / if you give it back, you'll be restored" suggest a call to action to try and reclaim some of what has been lost. The final lines, "hopelessly lay your head / and start to dream / rapidly close your eyes / so you can dream," imply a need to escape from the reality of the situation and find solace in dreams, rather than continuing to grapple with the seemingly insurmountable challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Swim so fast, but sink so low
Although you've been working tirelessly to move quickly through life, you've only ended up feeling more bogged down than before.
you think to long and you'll never know
Indecisiveness can hinder progress, so it's important to make decisions quickly and with confidence.
take your leave, you've done enough
There comes a point when you need to step away and let your efforts speak for themselves. You've put in the necessary work, and now it's time for a break.
the time was yours, but now its up
You had the opportunity to make the most of your time, but now it's time to move on and make room for new experiences.
hopelessly lay your head
Sometimes, it feels like there's nothing you can do to change your circumstances. In these moments, it's best to simply rest and regroup.
and start to dream
Dreaming can be a source of inspiration and creativity, and it allows you to explore scenarios that may not be possible in your waking life.
rapidly close your eyes
By focusing on shutting out the outside world, you can better tap into your dreams and imagination.
so you can dream
Dreaming can provide a valuable escape from reality and an opportunity to explore new ideas and emotions.
you cant take what isnt yours
Stealing or overstepping boundaries will only lead to negative consequences, so it's important to respect others and their belongings.
if you give it back, you'll be restored
If you make amends for your actions and try to right your wrongs, you can regain the trust and respect of those you may have wronged.
machines replaced all these trees
Innovation and progress can come at the cost of nature and natural resources, and it's important to be mindful of our impact on the environment.
we still recall what couldn't be
Even as we move forward and adapt to changing circumstances, it's important to remember and honor the past, and to acknowledge the things that were lost in the pursuit of progress.
Contributed by Grayson I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
María Rivera
Swim so fast but sink so low you think too long and you never know.
Take your leave. You've done enough, the time was yours but now its up.
Hopelessly, lay your head and start to dream
Rapidly, close your eyes so you can dream.
You cant take what isn't yours. If you give it back, you'll be restored.
Machines replaced all these trees. We still recall what couldn't be.
Hopelessly, lay your head and start to dream
Rapidly, close your eyes so you can dream
WeiSen Tan
The stuff you listen in the middle of the night , alone , in a huge city , watching the things around you
roraio
WeiSen Tan Observer Drift on headphones, alone at night, in London, watching the street lights on the river Thames ...
Fooberries
This song is amazing.
ReiseLust
+Rodney Coleman yes awesome
Fooberries
+Kamikaze German indeed :3
María Rivera
Swim so fast but sink so low you think too long and you never know.
Take your leave. You've done enough, the time was yours but now its up.
Hopelessly, lay your head and start to dream
Rapidly, close your eyes so you can dream.
You cant take what isn't yours. If you give it back, you'll be restored.
Machines replaced all these trees. We still recall what couldn't be.
Hopelessly, lay your head and start to dream
Rapidly, close your eyes so you can dream
FreeDreamer
Holyshit, this track is fucking awesome, I have to quit working for signing in just to leave this compliment. Fucking cool songgggg!!!
Júnior Lima
awesome <3
Eduardo Tadeu Ferrari Salvalaio
The world don't know this song. What a shame.
Tiago Azeiteiro
whats happening here?! this is taking me to a new dimension