Surf Song
Sean Henry Lyrics


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Hear the sound moving the ground
Play for the people, play for the crown
Going down, drown in surround
Mouth to mouth, lost and found
Get loud, hitching around
Earwax magic on a holy cloud
We do it 'cause we do it
Gonna prove it to your heart
Been a freak right from the start
Mental mystery please depart
I'm apart at the party
Hardly smart, call it art, right
Divine intervention, thanks so much for the invitation

I got my halo, so lay low
And you look so good, acting mellow like jello
And you know you should see Satan in the soda
And some angels in the air c'mon

Let it out
Scenic route
Say hi to the people, say hi to the pound
Two lovers at the townie bar
Just a baseball game and a VCR
Wrote you poetry on the bathroom stall
Poured my heart out then flushed it down
We do it 'cause we do it
Gonna prove it to your heart
Been a freak right from the start
Mental mystery please depart
I'm apart at the party
Hardly smart call it art, right
Slow drive through sleep on the floor
Somebody's knocking, kicked down the door

I got my halo, so lay low
And you look so good, acting mellow like jello
'Cause you know you should, see Satan in the soda
And some angels in the air oh come on
Oh come on

I got my halo, so lay low
And you look so good, acting mellow like jello
'Cause you know you should, see Satan in the soda
And some angels in the air oh come on

I got my halo, so lay low
And you look so good, acting mellow like jello
'Cause you know you should, see Satan in the soda




And some angels in the air, oh come on
Oh come on

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Surf Song by Sean Henry seem to be a mix of poetic and nonsensical phrases that paint an image of a chaotic and carefree lifestyle. The first verse speaks of the sound of music being powerful enough to move the ground and how the musician plays for the people and not just for fame. The individual then seems to get lost in their own music, getting lost in the sounds around them and finding themselves in the process. The use of earwax magic on a holy cloud seems to be a metaphor for the wild and untamed nature of the creative process.


The chorus emphasizes the individual's rebellious and carefree nature. They seem to see themselves as freaks and mental mysteries who don't fit in with the norm but are proud of it. The use of the halo seems to be a symbol for the individual's self-perception as someone living outside of the norm who is above the mundanity of regular life. The references to Satan and angels seem to further emphasize the idea of embracing unconventional ideas and lifestyles.


The second verse speaks of the individual's interactions with other people, both intimately and within a social setting. The two lovers at the bar seem to represent a more typical relationship, while the poetry written on the bathroom stall is more of an anonymous and transgressive act. The line "I'm apart at the party" suggests a level of detachment from the situation, and the line "hardly smart call it art" seems to be a comment on how the individual is perceived by others. The final line about someone kicking down the door seems to further emphasize the chaotic and dramatic nature of the lifestyle being portrayed.


Overall, the lyrics to Surf Song seem to be a celebration of unconventional lifestyles and ideas. The individual portrayed embraces their unique nature and actively seeks out experiences that are different from the norm. The use of poetic language and metaphors helps to create a dream-like and surreal atmosphere.


Line by Line Meaning

Hear the sound moving the ground
The music is so powerful that it shakes the earth.


Play for the people, play for the crown
The musician performs for both the common people and the royalty.


Going down, drown in surround
The listener is consumed by the sound and is moved emotionally.


Mouth to mouth, lost and found
The music is like CPR, reviving one's soul and helping them find themselves again.


Get loud, hitching around
The excitement builds, and the movement and energy are contagious.


Earwax magic on a holy cloud
The music is a spiritual experience that uplifts the listener.


We do it 'cause we do it
The artist is driven by their passion for music and doesn't need a reason to create.


Gonna prove it to your heart
The artist is confident that their music will touch the listener's soul.


Been a freak right from the start
The artist has always been unconventional and isn't afraid to be different.


Mental mystery please depart
Negative thoughts and doubts are not welcome in this positive atmosphere.


I'm apart at the party
The artist feels disconnected from the crowd, even though they are performing for them.


Hardly smart, call it art, right
The artist may not be traditionally intelligent, but their music is a form of art that speaks for itself.


Divine intervention, thanks so much for the invitation
The artist sees their musical talent as a gift from God and is thankful for the opportunity to share it.


I got my halo, so lay low
The artist feels elevated and righteous, and others should be respectful.


And you look so good, acting mellow like jello
The artist finds it attractive when others are relaxed and enjoying the music.


And you know you should see Satan in the soda
The artist warns of the dangers of indulgence and impulse, using a metaphor of evil in something innocent.


And some angels in the air c'mon
The artist believes in the power of music to uplift and invoke spiritually positive emotions.


Let it out
The artist encourages the listener to express themselves freely and emotionally.


Scenic route
The artist prefers the unconventional, slower path that leads to a richer experience.


Say hi to the people, say hi to the pound
The artist greets and acknowledges everyone in the crowd, regardless of status.


Two lovers at the townie bar
The artist observes a romantic scene and finds inspiration in everyday life.


Just a baseball game and a VCR
The artist notes the simplicity of true happiness, found in small, nostalgic experiences.


Wrote you poetry on the bathroom stall
The artist expresses their emotions in unconventional ways, where they may not be expected.


Poured my heart out then flushed it down
The artist is unburdening themselves emotionally, but also understands the impermanence of their feelings.


Slow drive through sleep on the floor
The artist reminisces about the past, and the feeling of going on a nostalgic ride with no particular destination.


Somebody's knocking, kicked down the door
The artist sees themselves as a little rebellious, not following the norm and doing what feels right.


Oh come on
The artist invites the listener to join in the experience of the music and let loose.




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Written by: Sean Henry

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@flamingoseating3669

I was just chilling and then thought of the name Sean Henry. So I was like, who the hell is Sean Henry? So I looked it up on youtube and found a good song. Call that divine intervention, my boys.

@PacificBird

Absolutely banger

@Julia-vc2nr

How is this song NOT from the 90’s? Ween vibes (very nice👍)

@stinkydonuts5533

ween

@simoneelepage730

yes sean henry!!! Love the direction youre going in. I will forever be your fan!! –simone

@idontexistgoddamnit

So dope

@stylesdangerfield

Nice work dude

@GoInternational2024

Love this...B-more feeling this!

@bluebrain1022

I fucking love this

@miepmiep8990

I especially love the background music here

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