Originally formed as an … Read Full Bio ↴"Fun Funky Jazz Rock" from College Park, MD
Originally formed as an acoustic duo in fall '07, Pigeons has since added drums and bass to create the full band sound that you love today. Having played many shows throughout College Park, Baltimore, and New York, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong has continued to build on their jazz-rock sound and bring out their best in the live concert setting through seamless live improvisation and a well-worked collection of original and cover songs.
More recently they've had the opportunity to open for UMD's annual spring concert for rapper Ludacris and have played shows in Nashville and Virginia.
They'll show you a good time.
Shared the stage with: The Brew, Strange Design, Telepath, EOTO, The Virginia Coalition, Codename, Lion Turf, Sugar Junkie, Fire in The Hole, Vespertine Movement, Zelazowa, The Flying Eyes...
Poseidon
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong Lyrics
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Poseidon took my boat; I need a home to return to
Poseidon took my boat; I need a home to return to
Poseidon took my boat; I need a home to return to
You lift me up, throw me through the sky
You got me so excited, my wings can fly
I wander off, ′til we leave the earth (the earth, the earth)
You got me so excited, I found you in my life
Wind me up, cause we′re all just fishing lines
We throws it down, 'til we're with the moles (moles, moles)
The ground is so in silence, it′s wet and cold
I burrow down, ′til I cannot see
The ground is cold and quiet, you're so warmly
You got me so excited, I found you in my life
Wind me up, cause we′re all just fishing lines
Poseidon took my boat; I need a home to return to
Poseidon took my boat; I need a home to return to
Poseidon took my boat; I need a home to return to
Poseidon took my boat; I need a home to return to
Poseidon took my boat (Poseidon) I need a home to return to
Poseidon took my boat (Poseidon) I need a home to return to
Poseidon took my boat (Poseidon) I need a home to return to
Poseidon took my boat (Poseidon, Poseidon) I need a home to return to (we could walk away)
Poseidon took my boat (Poseidon) I need a home to return to (we could walk away)
Poseidon took my boat (Poseidon) I need a home to return to (we could walk away)
Poseidon took my boat (Poseidon) I need a home to return to (we could walk away)
Poseidon took my boat (Poseidon) I need a home to return to
The song "Poseidon" by Pigeons Playing Ping Pong can be interpreted as a song about finding refuge and home in a person or a relationship after facing a tough situation or loss. The repeated refrain "Poseidon took my boat; I need a home to return to" can be seen as a metaphor for facing a difficult situation where one's sense of stability and security is taken away. The reference to Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, adds a mythical and powerful element to the theme of loss and searching for a new home.
The chorus is juxtaposed with the verses, which talk about the excitement and freedom of being with someone who brings out the best in them. Lines such as "You lift me up, throw me through the sky" and "Wind me up, cause we're all just fishing lines" convey a sense of being carried away by a powerful force and experiencing joy and excitement. However, the verses also touch upon the idea that the world can be a challenging and unforgiving place, with lines such as "The ground is so in silence, it's wet and cold" and "I burrow down, 'til I cannot see." This adds to the overarching theme of needing a home and a sense of stability.
Overall, "Poseidon" is a song that explores the duality of life - the excitement and freedom of exploring new horizons along with the need for a safe and secure place to call home.
Line by Line Meaning
Poseidon took my boat; I need a home to return to
The singer's boat was taken by Poseidon, and they are in need of a new home to go back to.
You lift me up, throw me through the sky
The singer is experiencing a rush of excitement and has been thrown into a world of possibilities.
You got me so excited, my wings can fly
The excitement that is being felt is so intense that it feels like the singer's wings can actually lift them up.
I wander off, ′til we leave the earth (the earth, the earth)
The artist is exploring the world and is so consumed by the thrill that they feel like they are departing from the literal earth.
The ground is so inviting, let's claim our worth
The earth and its offerings are enticing, and the artist wants to make the most of their opportunities to prove their worth.
I found you in my life, wind me up, cause we're all just fishing lines
The singer has found someone special and wants to make sure they don't lose them, while also recognizing that life is unpredictable and they are all just playing the game of chance like fish on a line.
We throws it down, 'til we're with the moles (moles, moles)
The singer and those around them are fully embracing the moment and living life to the fullest until they are buried with the underground creatures.
The ground is so in silence, it's wet and cold
The ground is peaceful and quiet, creating a sense of contrast with the excitement and energy of the previous lines. The coldness also adds an eerie undertone.
I burrow down, 'til I cannot see
The artist is digging deep into their thoughts or physically burrowing down until they cannot see anything around them.
The ground is cold and quiet, you're so warmly
In this silent, cold space, the presence of the person the artist has found is a warm, comforting presence.
Poseidon took my boat (Poseidon) I need a home to return to (we could walk away)
Despite the loss that Poseidon has caused, there is a sense of possibility and freedom to walk away from the past and find a new home.
Writer(s): Gregory Ross Ormont
Contributed by Bella W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.