Ho Hey
Ofln - The Lumineers Lyrics

Ho
An exclamation expressing enthusiasm or attention.

Hey
An informal greeting or call to capture focus.

Ho
Another call to grab attention.

Hey
Reinforcing connection or opening a dialogue.

Ho I been tryin' to do it right
I've been making an effort to live in a way that feels proper and just.

Hey I been livin' a lonely life
My existence has been marked by isolation and a lack of meaningful connections.

Ho I been sleepin' here instead
I've chosen to rest in this place, possibly indicating that it's not where I truly want to be.

Hey I been sleepin' in my bed
I've been retreating to my personal space, highlighting my solitude.

Ho I been sleepin' in my bed
Reiterating my tendency to isolate myself in my own space.

Hey
A call for attention or acknowledgment.

Ho so show me family
I'm seeking a sense of belonging and connection with loved ones.

Hey all the blood that I will bleed
Expressing the deep emotional ties and sacrifices that come with familial connections.

Ho I don't know where I belong
I am uncertain about my place in the world or within relationships.

Hey I don't know where I went wrong
I'm questioning my choices and reflecting on what led me to this confusing point.

Ho but I can write a song
Despite my struggles, I have the ability to express my feelings creatively.

Hey
Reengaging the listener with emphasis.

I belong with you, you belong with me
Affirming a deep, reciprocal connection that feels inherently right.

You're my sweetheart
Affectionately acknowledging a loved one, highlighting their importance to me.

I belong with you, you belong with me
Reiterating the strong bond and mutual belonging we share.

You're my sweet
A term of endearment that reinforces the affection I feel.

Ho
An expression again to capture attention.

Hey come on, now
An encouraging nudge to motivate or inspire action.

Ho hey
A call to engage with excitement.

Hey
Acknowledging the audience or the moment.

Ho I don't think you're right for him
Expressing doubt about someone's compatibility with another.

Hey think of what it might've been if we
Inviting reflection on the potential of our past connection.

Ho took a bus to Chinatown
Imagining a shared journey that could signify closeness and adventure.

Hey I'd be standin' on Canal
Visualizing a specific location that represents memories or missed opportunities.

Ho and Bowery
Referencing iconic streets that symbolize cultural significance and connection.

Hey she'd be standin' next to me
Dreaming of a scenario where we are together, signifying longing for that connection.

I belong with you, you belong with me
Affirming that we are meant for each other in an intimate relationship.

You're my sweetheart
Expressing affection once again for the significant person in my life.

I belong with you, you belong with me
Reiterating our mutual connection in a romantic sense.

You're my sweet
Emphasizing the tenderness of our relationship.

Love, we need it now
Urgently stating that affection and connection are needed in our lives.

Let's hope for some
Encouraging a desire for rekindling love and closeness.

Cause, oh, we're bleedin' out
Implying that without love, we are suffering emotionally.

I belong with you, you belong with me
Once more affirming our deep and intrinsic connection.

You're my sweetheart
Affectionate recognition of the one who holds my heart.

I belong with you, you belong with me
Reconfirming the idea of shared love and belonging.

You're my sweet
Highlighting the sweetness and tender nature of our bond.

Ho
Reiterating a call of enthusiasm.

Hey
Bringing attention back to the moment once again.