“LET THE GRASS GROW” offers a poignant and personal commentary from Ruel about his concerns surrounding global warming and climate change. He says of the track, “When I was writing this song with PJ, we were talking about things we think about that keep us up at night. The reality that the earth is heading in a terrifying direction, was a hard concept to fit in a song so we tried to make it so the song could be about a person too. The song’s theme is just to not force nature and let everything happen to us. It’s dark, but it’s a real thought I have often. I’m really proud of this song because, it gives you a little bit more to think about. It hits home a little more.”
Following the retreat, Ruel signed on to become Surfrider Australia’s newest Ambassador. As an avid surfer, he has a strong connection with the ocean and beaches, and for many years, has felt a need to take action.
The track was written by Ruel and Peter James Harding and produced by M-Phazes. The visual was shot in Byron Bay Australia while Ruel was on a surfing retreat with The Surfrider Foundation.
LET THE GRASS GROW
Ruel Lyrics
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The ocean's to rise
But I lay here broken too heavy to float
I'm an emotionless wreck
So I tell myself this lie
I'm not scared to die
And make molehills of mountains
But I ain't found it yet
So I leave before you go
'Cause there's no tears when it's my fault
This self-sabotage
All of our other scars don't compare
Take the river to the sea
Drown myself so I don't sink
Find my peace there underneath the hurricane
Break a promise so I can leave
Burn a forest so I can sleep
Lay my headstone
Let the grass grow over me
There's nothing to fill this void
Stuck turning the soil
So I lay here soaking, there's sand in my bed
What a day to regret
So I leave before you go
'Cause there's no tears when it's my fault
This self-sabotage
All of our other scars don't compare
Oh, oh
Take the river to the sea
Drown myself so I don't sink
Find my peace there underneath the hurricane
Break a promise so I can leave
Burn a forest so I can sleep
Lay my headstone
Let the grass grow over me
We didn't make a difference
And we thought we were different
Oh, oh, oh
In Ruel's song "Let the Grass Grow," he sings about feeling broken and emotionless. He opens the song by waiting for the morning tide and the subsequent rising of the ocean. Although he gains solace in the fact that he can distract himself with making small problems bigger, he continues to feel lost and unable to find the value of his life. He numbs himself and convinces himself that he is not afraid of death, but this also leaves him feeling void and restless. He is unable to connect with those around him, and instead, he chooses to leave before they can break him more.
The chorus reveals that he has plans to harm himself, and he hopes that he can meet his peace and find solace in the underwater world. He would rather take his own life than continue to feel burdened by his issues, which is a concerning perspective. He continues to self-sabotage, going to extremes to feel peace.
Overall, the song is emotionally charged, and it is clear that Ruel is struggling. He seeks answers to his problems but can't seem to find them. The song is reflective and introspective, and the lyrics indicate that Ruel may be experiencing a dark period in his life.
Line by Line Meaning
I wait for the morning tide
I am waiting for a fresh start or a new beginning.
The ocean's to rise
Hoping for a change or a resurgence in life.
But I lay here broken too heavy to float
I'm depressed and feel like I'm sinking without any support.
I'm an emotionless wreck
I am tired of feeling down and don't show emotions anymore.
So I tell myself this lie
I deceive myself by creating false illusions to fight my struggles.
I'm not scared to die
I am not afraid to end the suffering in my life.
And make molehills of mountains
I try to diminish my problems and make them seem smaller than they actually are.
There's gold in this ground
I believe there is hope and potential in my life, but I have not found it yet.
But I ain't found it yet
I am still struggling and haven't found the strength to overcome my challenges.
So I leave before you go
I try to escape relationships before they end and cause me more pain.
'Cause there's no tears when it's my fault
I take full responsibility for my mistakes and don't want to make others suffer for them.
This self-sabotage
I ruin or undermine my own chances of success or happiness.
All of our other scars don't compare
My problems feel worse than anyone else's, and I don't want anyone to pity me.
Take the river to the sea
I want to escape my pain and find peace in the vast, open sea.
Drown myself so I don't sink
I want to disappear or die before my pain overwhelms me.
Find my peace there underneath the hurricane
I hope to find peace and solitude even in the midst of chaos and turmoil.
Break a promise so I can leave
I am willing to hurt others and break my commitments to escape my pain.
Burn a forest so I can sleep
I am willing to hurt the environment and those around me to find tranquility.
Lay my headstone
I am ready to die and leave this world.
Let the grass grow over me
I want to be forgotten and fade away into nature.
There's nothing to fill this void
I feel empty and without purpose, and nothing can bring me satisfaction.
Stuck turning the soil
I am trying to make something out of my life but without any success.
So I lay here soaking, there's sand in my bed
I am stuck in a miserable, hopeless place and can't seem to escape.
What a day to regret
I regret many of my choices in life and wish I could change them.
We didn't make a difference
I don't feel like I've made any impact or contribution to the world.
And we thought we were different
I had hoped to be unique and special, but I feel like I am just like everyone else.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Mark Landon, Peter James Harding, Ruel Vincent Van Dijk
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@vorattananzhi1904
I wait for the morning tide
The ocean's to rise
But I lay here broken
Too heavy to float
I'm an emotionless wreck
So I tell myself this lie
I'm not scared to die
Make molehills of mountains
There's gold in this ground
But I ain't found it yet
So I leave before you go
'Cause there's no tears when it's my fault
This self-sabotage
All of our other scars don't compare
Take the river to the sea
Drown myself so I don't sink
Find my peace there underneath
The hurricane
Break a promise so I can leave
Burn a forest so I can sleep
Lay my headstone
Let the grass grow over me
There's nothing to fill this void
Stuck turning the soil
So I lay here soaking
There's sand in my bed
What a day to regret
So I leave before you go
'Cause there's no tears when it's my fault
This self-sabotage
All of our other scars don't compare
Take the river to the sea
Drown myself so I don't sink
Find my peace there underneath
The hurricane
Break a promise so I can leave
Burn a forest so I can sleep
Lay my headstone
Let the grass grow over me
We didn't make a difference
And we thought we were different
Oh, oh, oh
@KKBTSIMAGINES
You can see the growth and feel it too. He just keeps getting better. Love this style of music. Expressing real emotions and real feelings. Keep bringing the good music Ruel
@TheSadMusician
Though im pretty sad his popularity has decreased a lot ;(
@The_Devils_Diary
Grape
@The_Devils_Diary
Your pretty
@jasonpopro3835
Hey! Do you mind checking out local Australian band No Vacancy? If you like their music leave a comment and/or like as it really helps! All good if not! :DDD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sc8lHuHlHZI
@vorattananzhi1904
I wait for the morning tide
The ocean's to rise
But I lay here broken
Too heavy to float
I'm an emotionless wreck
So I tell myself this lie
I'm not scared to die
Make molehills of mountains
There's gold in this ground
But I ain't found it yet
So I leave before you go
'Cause there's no tears when it's my fault
This self-sabotage
All of our other scars don't compare
Take the river to the sea
Drown myself so I don't sink
Find my peace there underneath
The hurricane
Break a promise so I can leave
Burn a forest so I can sleep
Lay my headstone
Let the grass grow over me
There's nothing to fill this void
Stuck turning the soil
So I lay here soaking
There's sand in my bed
What a day to regret
So I leave before you go
'Cause there's no tears when it's my fault
This self-sabotage
All of our other scars don't compare
Take the river to the sea
Drown myself so I don't sink
Find my peace there underneath
The hurricane
Break a promise so I can leave
Burn a forest so I can sleep
Lay my headstone
Let the grass grow over me
We didn't make a difference
And we thought we were different
Oh, oh, oh
@aminlimelight
So fast thankful
@imeldaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Thankyouuuu lovee
@jams1474
😍
@guillerminaalvesroig190
thank you love