Early Bird
Spring King Lyrics
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I’m a big boy, in a broken hole
Headed for the trees I did, I never made it far
I’m like a colourful, half working car
Yeah my brakes don’t work
My eyes can’t see
I’m a broken mess without you next to me
Can I take you there?
Can I be the one?
Can I show you how?
Then we’ll go on the run (headed for the trees)
Love it when you call my name
Shouting from the field (Hey Spring King! )
I’m a waiting for a signal girl
Writing out my story book, every page is gloom
I’m like a dog on the most magic shroom
Can I take you there?
Can I be the one?
Can I show you how?
Then we’ll go on the run (headed for the trees)
Yeah my brakes don’t work
My eyes can’t see
I’m a broken mess without you next to me
The song "Early Bird" by Spring King is a song about being lost and broken without someone you need in your life. The beginning of the song describes the singer's current state of being, explaining that he is currently in a dark and dusty place with his soul feeling the same way. He refers to himself as a "big boy in a broken hole", hinting at a feeling of defeat or hopelessness. He explains how he tried to escape by heading for the trees, but his journey didn't last long. He compares himself to a "colourful, half working car", alluding to his own quirkiness and individuality, yet still in need of repair.
The chorus of the song repeats the singer's feeling of helplessness, stating that his "brakes don't work" and his "eyes can't see". He then mentions that he is a "broken mess" without the person he is addressing next to him. The second half of the song shifts to a happier tone, as he refers to the person he needs in his life, wanting to take them away and on the run. He describes how he loves it when they call his name and that he is waiting for their signal. He mentions that he is writing his own storybook, but every page is gloom. He then compares himself to a "dog on magic shroom", likely alluding to feelings of confusion and disorientation. The chorus repeats again, closing out the song with the same feelings of helplessness.
Line by Line Meaning
Dusty is my game today, dusty is my soul
I'm feeling down and out, both physically and mentally.
I’m a big boy, in a broken hole
Despite being an adult, I still feel lost and stuck in a difficult situation.
Headed for the trees I did, I never made it far
I attempted to escape my problems by running away, but didn't get very far.
I’m like a colourful, half working car
I may seem lively and vibrant on the surface, but I'm not functioning properly on the inside.
Yeah my brakes don’t work
I'm unable to stop myself from falling apart.
My eyes can’t see
I'm blinded by the pain and struggling to see a way out.
I’m a broken mess without you next to me
I rely heavily on the support and love of others, and feel lost without it.
Can I take you there?
Can I bring you along on my journey to escape my problems?
Can I be the one?
Can I be the person who helps you and brings meaning to my life?
Can I show you how?
Can I guide you towards a better life, and in turn, save myself?
Then we’ll go on the run (headed for the trees)
Together, we will flee from our problems and escape to a better place.
Love it when you call my name
I feel appreciated and valued when you show me affection.
Shouting from the field (Hey Spring King! )
You call out to me, acknowledging me and making me feel seen.
I’m a waiting for a signal girl
I'm eagerly waiting for a sign or indication that things will get better.
Writing out my story book, every page is gloom
I'm documenting my life, but it feels like a never-ending parade of sadness and negativity.
I’m like a dog on the most magic shroom
I feel like I'm in a foggy, dreamlike state and unable to focus or think clearly.
Contributed by Bella M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Raúl Morales Castillo
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