The boys and g… Read Full Bio ↴Delicious Danish dream pop. Mesmerizing, mindblowing.
The boys and girls in Scarlet Chives serve up a well stirred cocktail with Danish monsterpop. With inspiration from the Cocteau Twins, My Bloody Valentine, the Blade Runner soundtrack and beautiful Danish coastlines Scarlet Chives make picturesque soundscapes that seduces and fills your heart with joy.
Scarlet Chives released their selftitled debut album in Denmark & the UK in the spring of 2011 and in Norway in october 2011.
Members primo 2015: Maria Holm Mortensen (vocal), Brian Batz, Peter Esben, Rasmus Lindahl & Daniel Kolind.
The Horror
Scarlet Chives Lyrics
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these heavy lights and wild plants disturbs me
I am not in to the wild
I know I am resting safely on your thin and hairy shoulders
as you lead me through the wild
I k now that it will easy my mind just to be where you are
you were never in to the wild
The opening lines of Scarlet Chives's "The Horror" discuss the need to shut out their surroundings for the evening, citing the "heavy lights and wild plants" as disturbances that make them uneasy. The singer admits that they are not comfortable in nature, stating "I am not into the wild." However, they find comfort in the presence of someone who is at home in the wilderness. The singer describes being carried by this individual on their "thin and hairy shoulders" through the wild, which eases their mind.
The imagery in the lyrics is evocative, conveying a sense of discomfort and fear in the natural world, juxtaposed against feelings of safety and security in the presence of another. The song seems to explore themes of vulnerability and trust, as well as the power of human connection to overcome fear and discomfort.
Overall, Scarlet Chives's "The Horror" is a haunting and introspective song that invites listeners to reflect on their own relationship with nature and the importance of human connection in overcoming fear and vulnerability.
Line by Line Meaning
we are shutting out surroundings tonight
We intend to ignore everything else around us and focus solely on each other's company for the night.
these heavy lights and wild plants disturbs me
I feel uncomfortable and uneasy in this environment due to the weighty illumination and the untamed vegetation.
I am not in to the wild
I do not typically enjoy or seek out experiences in natural, uncontrolled settings.
I know I am resting safely on your thin and hairy shoulders
I trust that I am secure and protected while leaning upon your seemingly fragile yet sturdy shoulders.
as you lead me through the wild
You guide me through this rugged, untamed terrain with confidence and skill.
I know that it will easy my mind just to be where you are
Simply being close to you and in your presence has a calming and soothing effect on my thoughts and emotions.
you were never in to the wild
You also do not typically enjoy or seek out experiences in natural, uncontrolled settings.
Contributed by Thomas G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.