Throwing Snow, aka Ross Tones, first started working with Augustus Ghost, aka Hannah Cartwright, after she first arrived in England in 2008. Hannah comes from a songwriting background, having previously collaborated with Phaeleh as well as singing in the band Masakichi, while Ross possesses more electronic influences - his work as Throwing Snow has gained plaudits from all sides, manifested most recently through invitations to support Bonobo on his forthcoming tour, as well as Thom Yorke’s Atoms for Peace project. Together, the pair shared a mutual influence of the shadowy elements of folk and metal, and it is through these reference points that Snow Ghosts took shape.
They first found an outlet for their music through Black Acre Records in 2011 on the "Lost at Sea EP", and the pair have spent the subsequent two years compiling their debut album through short bursts of writing. Summer 2013 sees the release of the album "A Small Murmuration" on Houndstooth.
Gallows Strung
Snow Ghosts Lyrics
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And led you through the town
With love that's like the gallows
Strung but she'll never cut you down
When you left the sun went out
Walk in fields of grey
And I will wear my feather crown
Turn the night to day
You said my name but the devil came
With her black eyes and paper cut smile
You said my love has it been so long
Won't you stay a little while
I said, no chance, the devil won't dance
Or run with the wolves in the wild
I've had my fill, my way with your will
Leave me here, leave me here
To sleep like a child
To sleep like a child
To sleep like a child
To sleep like a child
To sleep like a child
You asked me silently, to keep your secrets close to me
You asked me silently, to keep your secrets close to me
To sleep like a child
To sleep like a child
The lyrics of Snow Ghosts' song Gallows Strung tell the story of a relationship that is toxic, but the singer is unable to break free from it. The song starts with the description of a woman who ties a rope around the singer's neck and leads him through the town. This woman's love is compared to the gallows, which are strung but never cut you down. It implies that the love is suffocating and keeps the singer trapped in the relationship even though it might be harmful. When the singer leaves, the sun goes out, and everything feels grey and dull. However, they still cling to the hope for brighter days, symbolized by the feather crown.
The second part of the song focuses on the conversation between the singer and their partner. The singer realizes that the partner is no longer the same person they knew before. The devil has taken over, and their love has turned cold. The singer still remembers the good times and asks the partner to stay a little longer, but their request is declined. The singer decides that it is time to break free from the toxic relationship, hoping to sleep like a child again.
Overall, Gallows Strung is a story of emotional entrapment, where love turns into a noose, suffocating the singer. The lyrics describe the pain, hope, and ultimate decision to leave the relationship, even though it is hard.
Line by Line Meaning
She tied a rope around your neck
She had complete control over you and your actions, you were like a puppet on a string
And led you through the town
She paraded you around town, showcasing her complete control over you to everyone
With love that's like the gallows
Her love is deadly and suffocating, like a noose around your neck
Strung but she'll never cut you down
She'll keep you hanging on, but will never let you go completely
When you left the sun went out
Your departure left a massive void in my life, leaving me feeling empty and alone
Walk in fields of grey
Everything feels colorless and dull without you here
And I will wear my feather crown
I'll continue to stand tall and proud, even in your absence
Turn the night to day
I'll find a way to bring light and happiness back into my life
You said my name but the devil came
Your presence invited chaos and destruction, like calling forth the devil
With her black eyes and paper cut smile
The devil taking form as a woman with a fake, hurtful smile
You said my love has it been so long
You remembered our love and how it seemed like it had been a long time since we had seen each other
Won't you stay a little while
Please don't leave so soon, stay a little longer with me
I said, no chance, the devil won't dance
I refuse to continue playing with this dangerous game, I won't be swayed
Or run with the wolves in the wild
I won't allow myself to be consumed by the wild and dangerous things around me
I've had my fill, my way with your will
I've had enough of being controlled by you, I'm taking back my own will and power
Leave me here, leave me here
I'm done with this relationship and I want you to leave me alone
You asked me silently, to keep your secrets close to me
You begged me with your eyes to keep your secrets safe and not share them with anyone
To sleep like a child
To find peace and innocence in sleep, like a child would
Contributed by John J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rainy Autumn
This is how a teenage television series can bring you to great music. No one complains.
Felipe Vieira
2019 e eu continuo ouvindo Snow Ghosts como se fosse a primeira vez...
Elizabeth R
Here because I love this band, I discovered it on accident.
zoeymolloy123
Wow, I really didn't know they used so many Snow Ghost songs on Teen Wolf, like I watch the show but the only song I remember by them on the show is And The World Was Gone.
Nineonyx
I discovered this band recently and I'm already digging this album. Good collab.
Cinder Mouse
Heard this on the radio and just loved it...Just kidding, TEEN WOLF brought me here! #SaveStiles Lol
sxott. mxxall
Love teenwolf!!
Minstrel in the Gallery
Simply excellent!!!
Lema A
Goes to listen to any Snow Ghosts song
Gets BOMBARDED with Teen Wolf comments
Aaliah _
WOW Teen Wolf Seems To Love ''Snow Ghosts'' At The Moment