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)
Emotions
Sivert Høyem Lyrics
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Temptations, wouldn't you be better off on your own?
We've come a long way, but the transformation's only just begun
Oh your emotions, the sort of things you don't want to know
This complication's wearing hard on me, I'm down on my knees
Don't turn your back on me please, oh no
Emotions, weighing me down when I try to get up
Or keep me wound up, it never stops
When I'm in trouble though, you won't even reach
Still my transmission reads no message but please
I cannot help but being a slave to my needs
Can't get enough from you
Oh your emotions
Hey you, you're under my gun
If you think you're so clever just cast the first stone
If you think you're still right why don't you go on
If you think you're so clever just cast the first stone
It's getting cold enough for me
In a minute it's gonna be you or me
I always make some apology
But there is something that ain't right
And it always is the same way out for me
I can't always just back down as I always do
Should I take it out on you
Or do you have emotions too
Is it just me, or are we going crazy?
Make no apology
Come in close enough to see
Good luck escaping your emotions
In Sivert Høyem's song Emotions, the lyrics dive deep into the complexity and struggle with emotions. The first verse questions whether it's better to be right or alone, indicating that emotions can often cloud judgment and force people to make decisions that may not actually be what they want. The chorus emphasizes the weight of emotions, how they can hold someone back and keep them constantly wound up, taking a toll on their mental state. Even in tough times when one is struggling, they may feel alone and as if they can't reach out for help, as the bridge states "When I'm in trouble though, you won't even reach/Still my transmission reads no message but please."
The second verse brings a confrontational tone, calling out those who may judge or criticize without truly understanding what someone is going through. It's a reminder that everyone has their own set of emotions to deal with, and it's not fair to judge or cast stones at someone else's struggle. The song concludes by acknowledging that emotions can be difficult to navigate, but ultimately they are a part of being human and cannot be escaped. Through the ups and downs, it's important to find a way to cope and manage emotions, and to remember that others may be struggling with their own emotions as well.
Overall, the lyrics of Emotions are a raw and honest representation of the complexities and struggles surrounding emotions. It's a reminder that everyone experiences them differently and they can have a profound impact on our lives, for better or for worse.
Line by Line Meaning
Emotions, wouldn't you rather be right than wrong?
Have you ever considered prioritizing being correct over indulging your emotions?
Temptations, wouldn't you be better off on your own?
Perhaps it's better to avoid the temptation altogether and be on your own.
We've come a long way, but the transformation's only just begun
We have made some progress, but the journey of transformation has just started.
Oh your emotions, the sort of things you don't want to know
One's true emotions are not always pleasant or desirable to acknowledge.
This complication's wearing hard on me, I'm down on my knees
Dealing with this complex situation has taken a toll on me, and I am at a point of surrender.
Don't turn your back on me please, oh no
Please don't abandon me in this difficult time.
Emotions, weighing me down when I try to get up
My emotions are impeding me from moving forward.
Or keep me wound up, it never stops
On the other hand, my emotions can also keep me agitated endlessly.
It never lets you relax, it will ride you till the day you drop
Emotions can be relentless and exhausting, pushing you until you cannot go on.
When I'm in trouble though, you won't even reach
Ironically, when I need my emotions, they seem to be out of reach.
Still my transmission reads no message but please
Even though I am incapable of communicating it, I cry out for help from my emotions.
I cannot help but being a slave to my needs
I seem to lack power over my own desires and succumb to them.
Can't get enough from you
I am somewhat addicted to the effects and sensations that my emotions provide.
Oh your emotions
You and your emotions
Hey you, you're under my gun
You are under my scrutiny and power.
If you think you're so clever just cast the first stone
If you believe you are superior, then why not take the first strike?
If you think you're still right why don't you go on
If you truly believe your convictions, why not act on them?
It's getting cold enough for me
Things are starting to get uncomfortable for me.
In a minute it's gonna be you or me
We are rapidly reaching a point of confrontational conflict.
I always make some apology
I often apologize for my actions or behavior.
But there is something that ain't right
However, there is an underlying mystery or problem that is not resolved.
And it always is the same way out for me
I seem to continually resort to the same failing procedures to remedy a situation.
I can't always just back down as I always do
I cannot always give in or retreat as I habitually do.
Should I take it out on you
I wonder if I should vent my emotions against you.
Or do you have emotions too
Or, perhaps you also experience emotions and understand my plight.
Is it just me, or are we going crazy?
Do you also feel that something is not quite right and we are becoming unhinged?
Make no apology
I will not apologize or excuse myself this time.
Come in close enough to see
Come close enough to detect or examine the situation.
Good luck escaping your emotions
Good luck to all attempting to liberate themselves from the pulls and lures of their emotions!
Contributed by Abigail F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.