Sitting Up On Our Crane
Pond Lyrics


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Sitting up on our crane, it always feels the same
When we're up high 'cause I feel like I fall and die
And I can't say goodbye to my friends
'Cause they're having a real good time
Get up on our plane, it always feels the same
When we're up high 'cause I feel like I crash and die
And I can't say goodbye to my love
She's been sleeping all our flight

And you know it's gonna get you feeling like you're gonna die
Just try to tell yourself, you know it's coming out
As your spirit towards the ground

Sitting up on our crane, it always feels the same
When we're up high 'cause I feel like I fall and die
And I can't say goodbye to my friends
'Cause they're having a real good time

And you know it's gonna get you feeling like you're gonna die
Just try to tell yourself, you know it's coming out
As your spirit towards the ground
Oh, it's gonna get you feeling like you're gonna die
Just try to tell yourself, you know it's coming out
As your spirit towards the ground





All I wanna do is get drunk and listen to Dennis Wilson
'Cause he's the man, oh yeah-yeah-yeah, 'cause he's the man, yeah-yeah

Overall Meaning

In Pond's song "Sitting Up On Our Crane," the band describes their experience of being up high on a crane or plane, fearing for their safety, feeling like they might fall and die. They also mention not being able to say goodbye to their friends and loved ones who are having a good time. The lyrics convey a sense of detachment and loneliness, as the singer is stuck in their own worries and unable to fully connect with the world around them.


In the second verse of the song, Pond reminds the listener that we are all mortal and that death is inevitable. The lyrics suggest that when we face our mortality, we should try to accept it and let go of our fears, surrendering our spirits to the ground. This is a powerful image, suggesting that death is not something to be feared, but rather a natural process that we must all go through, like falling to earth from a great height.


The final line of the song is a reference to Dennis Wilson, the drummer of The Beach Boys. The band members express their desire to get drunk and listen to his music, recognizing him as a musical icon and someone who inspires them. This line adds a sense of lightness and humor to the song, reminding us that life is not all doom and gloom.


Overall, "Sitting Up On Our Crane" is a reflective and introspective song, exploring themes of mortality, anxiety, and the search for connection in a confusing world.


Line by Line Meaning

Sitting up on our crane, it always feels the same
Being in a high place makes the singer feel the same way as before.


When we're up high 'cause I feel like I fall and die
The singer feels a sense of danger and the possibility of falling and dying when they're high up.


And I can't say goodbye to my friends
The singer is unable to say goodbye to their friends before going up high.


'Cause they're having a real good time
The Singer's friends are having a good time and the singer does not want to ruin it by saying goodbye.


Get up on our plane, it always feels the same
The experience of being in the air on a plane is the same as being high up on a crane.


When we're up high 'cause I feel like I crash and die
There's a heightened sense of danger and fear the singer feels while being in the air on a plane.


And I can't say goodbye to my love
The Singer is unable to say goodbye to their love before going up high.


She's been sleeping all our flight
The Singer's love is asleep throughout their flight.


And you know it's gonna get you feeling like you're gonna die
Being in the air or high places can make one feel scared and like they will die.


Just try to tell yourself, you know it's coming out
One should try to rationalize their fear of being high up to calm down.


As your spirit towards the ground
The feeling of dropping down while being in the air or high up.


All I wanna do is get drunk and listen to Dennis Wilson
The singer wants to get drunk and listen to music by Dennis Wilson.


'Cause he's the man, oh yeah-yeah-yeah, 'cause he's the man, yeah-yeah
Dennis Wilson is seen as a great idol and inspiration by the singer.




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Annette Hill

vocals and melodies from Pond are just out of this world, they take me to a higher dimension ! love Pond, love their true musicianship ! 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

Massive Fish

You might like a band called The Doublejumps if you like POND

avedic

This song is deceptively good. It took me a good 3 listens to realize what a killer song it is. The genius of it kinda flew under my radar initially....but on repeat listens, this is a super cool creative catchy song. And the visuals are awesome!

Luc ky

I found this album to be quite a grower on me, I only liked "Elvis Flaming Star" when I first listened to it, I couldn't dig the space keys and the odd layered production, but now I get it.. Still, this ain't my favourite by them, but a solid synth pop album for sure

Pink Lloyd

I noticed first listen

Sean Greening

Remember being on a tab of acid on a nice Aussie summer morning. Watched this and listened. Yea those tears where different, difficult but delicate. Absolutely beautiful

Gandlef

I can't get over how amazing this album is!

Bianca Barufaldi

This song makes me feel alive! Pond is unique! ❤️

James Smothers

Bianca Barufaldi I agree!! Though I must admit, to me, this song is depressing in the most beautiful way, it's like my go-to song whenever I'm feeling the blues

Garrett Portwood

This is my favorite song by Pond.  Tame Impala and Pond are the best bands I've ever heard. 

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