As per February 2024, Høyem has released seven solo studio albums and one live album.
Discography
Ladies and Gentlemen of the Opposition (2005),
Exiles (2006, officially credited to Sivert Høyem & The Volunteers)
Moonlanding (2009)
Long Slow Distance (2011)
Endless Love (2014)
Lioness (2016)
Live at Acropolis[/album (live album, 2017)
[album artist=Sivert Høyem]On an Island (2024)
Belorado
Sivert Høyem Lyrics
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They ain't buying any alibis
Uncompromising dealings of the heart tonight
You're right, you're right
But I did not come here to fight
The heat of desperation in the night
I made up my mind before you even got here
You are so young and you are changing so fast
You must know just as well as me
That nothing will ever last
And now you know why I have to go
The open skies above Belorado
Fast, fast, fast, fast forward forever
I don't know why we're running
I don't even know which way to run
On and on, 'til you're numb and the pain is gone
It's like the end ain't waiting for no one
200 miles out of Belorado
Where nobody's listening, no one makes a sound
Life comes in waves, sometimes it's bound to let you down
I feel so much more alive when no one is around
Well now you know why I have to go
The open skies above Belorado
200 miles out of Belorado
Where nobody's listening, no one makes a sound
Life comes in waves, sometimes it's bound to let you down
Some things are plain to see when no one is around
I hope you know I never meant to fool you
I hope I didn't twist and turn you 'round
Well, little sister, I just had to know
I saw the open sky above Belorado
The lyrics of Sivert Høyem's song Belorado seem to be about a person who is leaving someone behind. The opening lines, "your eyes, your eyes, they ain't buying any alibis" suggest that the person being left behind is not convinced by any excuses given by the one leaving. The song then speaks of "uncompromising dealings of the heart" and the "heat of desperation." This could be interpreted as the one leaving feeling as though they need to follow their heart, even if it means leaving someone important behind.
The following lines refer to the one leaving as having made up their mind before the other person even arrived. This implies that the leaving is something that has been thought out for some time. The line, "you are so young and you are changing so fast," could be interpreted as the one leaving feeling as though the person they are leaving is not yet sure of who they are or what they want. The final lines of the song mention the "open skies above Belorado," implying that leaving is necessary to find freedom and space to breathe.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a sense of urgency and a desire for freedom. It could be that the person being left behind is seen as holding the one leaving back in some way, or perhaps the leaving is a necessary step towards growth and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
Your eyes, your eyes
I can see through your lies
They ain't buying any alibis
I won't believe your excuses
Uncompromising dealings of the heart tonight
I'm ready for an honest conversation about our feelings tonight
You're right, you're right
I know you're correct
But I did not come here to fight
I don't want to argue
The heat of desperation in the night
We both feel desperate and passionate
I made up my mind before you even got here
I already know what I want
You will not succeed to convince me I'm wrong
You won't persuade me to change my mind
You are so young and you are changing so fast
You're young and evolving quickly
You must know just as well as me
You're aware of the truth, like I am
That nothing will ever last
Everything is temporary
And now you know why I have to go
I have to leave and move on
The open skies above Belorado
The freedom I seek is waiting for me above Belorado
Fast, fast, fast, fast forward forever
We don't know where we're going, but we're going there quickly
I don't know why we're running
I don't understand why we're in such a hurry
I don't even know which way to run
I'm lost and unsure of where to go
On and on, 'til you're numb and the pain is gone
We keep moving until we're exhausted and the pain subsides
It's like the end ain't waiting for no one
We're racing towards an inevitable end
200 miles out of Belorado
We've traveled far from Belorado
Where nobody's listening, no one makes a sound
We're alone, with nobody around to hear us
Life comes in waves, sometimes it's bound to let you down
Life has ups and downs, and sometimes it disappoints
I feel so much more alive when no one is around
I thrive in solitude
Well now you know why I have to go
I'm leaving because it's what's best for me
200 miles out of Belorado
We're still far from Belorado
Some things are plain to see when no one is around
Some truths are more obvious when we're alone
I hope you know I never meant to fool you
I never intended to deceive you
I hope I didn't twist and turn you 'round
I hope I didn't confuse you or lead you astray
Well, little sister, I just had to know
I had to leave to find out what I needed to know
I saw the open sky above Belorado
The open sky above Belorado is a symbol of the freedom I sought
Contributed by Jake H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Eva de soto
Ya no puedo vivir sin su voz. Grande Sivert.
Blotto61
The man. The voice. The music. This is truly awesome stuff!!
ErnestPiffel
Wow Just Wow. Hoyem is a treasure I have only recently discovered. Now I can't get enough.
Renato Estóico
Muito BOM
Arturo Fuente
Thanks to put the name of my town to one of your most important songs. A very good song. Best wishes from Belorado
ΓΙΩΡΓΟΣ ΑΡΓΥΡΙΑΔΗΣ
One of the best songs ever written!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Roberto Lequeux
Great song and video. Lovely vibe.
ciprian teodorescu
a masterpiece!
james hood
Wonderful tune and Sivert's voice is the same as with Madrugada!!!!!!
OntarioJoe
great song - amazing voice