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Big Houses
Squalloscope Lyrics
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I'd rather leave this embrace between you and i.
Let's lock out the bearded old man in the night gown.
He can tap against the glass but i'm not coming out.
I build bridges with these arms, i will not build a fortress.
In the circle around the kitchen table i say my "amen" because i feel blessed.
Secretly hoping while joining hands that you can't feel my trembling fingertips.
If i sign this piece of paper do i sell my soul along with my duties?
Even though the teeth are long gone there's still bone beneath the gums
And there's a lot of potential in a mighty organ.
And they told us not to clap so we clap as loud as we can
Because the reverb in those holy halls is like a long lost friend.
He keeps hitting the walls and comes all the way back again.
I want trees instead of gravestones and nothing to confess.
I got a soft spot for your ancient books of horror stories.
I got a music in my ears from long long ago and far far away
And i still hum its tune but how could i ever believe every word it says to me?
We follow our own steps while our shadows keeps watching us.
The wrong steps would be not to start this exodus.
The lyrics in "Big Houses" by Squalloscope paint a vivid picture of one's desire to break free from societal norms and expectations, to leave behind the confining bell jar of prayer and the bearded old man in the night gown who represents conformity. The lines "I build bridges with these arms, I will not build a fortress" reveal the singer's desire to create connections with others instead of walls. However, even as they reject certain aspects of religion and tradition, they still feel a sense of comfort and nostalgia in the reverb of the holy halls, demonstrating the complexity of breaking away from one's upbringing.
Throughout the song, there is a theme of choosing one's own path, and the fear of making the wrong decision, as seen in the line "We follow our own steps while our shadows keeps watching us. The wrong steps would be not to start this exodus." The singer also expresses a desire for simpler things, such as trees instead of gravestones and a lack of confessions.
Overall, "Big Houses" is a beautiful and introspective exploration of one's relationship with tradition, religion, and societal expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Prayer is the bell jar you put over this goodbye.
Prayer is a barrier that prevents me from fully saying goodbye and moving on.
I'd rather leave this embrace between you and i.
I don't want to hold onto this relationship anymore and I'm ready to let go.
Let's lock out the bearded old man in the night gown.
Let's shut out any negative influences or doubts about our choices.
He can tap against the glass but i'm not coming out.
I won't be persuaded or influenced by anyone to change my mind.
I build bridges with these arms, i will not build a fortress.
I want to create connections and openness, not isolation and defensiveness.
In the circle around the kitchen table i say my 'amen' because i feel blessed.
I feel grateful for what I have and express it in my own way.
Secretly hoping while joining hands that you can't feel my trembling fingertips.
I'm nervous about this situation but trying to hide it and be strong.
If i sign this piece of paper do i sell my soul along with my duties?
I'm questioning the potential consequences of signing a contract or agreement.
We won't put our money where your catholic mouth is.
We won't blindly follow other people's beliefs or opinions.
Even though the teeth are long gone there's still bone beneath the gums
Even though something appears inactive or hidden, it still has a foundation and potential.
And there's a lot of potential in a mighty organ.
There's a lot of power or potential in a large group of people or organization.
And they told us not to clap so we clap as loud as we can
Defying expectations or norms can feel liberating and empowering.
Because the reverb in those holy halls is like a long lost friend.
The familiar echoes and traditions of religion or cultural practices can hold comfort and nostalgia.
He keeps hitting the walls and comes all the way back again.
Despite setbacks or challenges, one can persevere and come back stronger.
I want trees instead of gravestones and nothing to confess.
I value simplicity and honesty, and hope for a peaceful existence.
I got a soft spot for your ancient books of horror stories.
I have an appreciation for history and the darker side of humanity.
I got a music in my ears from long long ago and far far away
I hold onto memories or cultural influences from the past.
And i still hum its tune but how could i ever believe every word it says to me?
I maintain my connection to my past or upbringing, but question some aspects of it.
We follow our own steps while our shadows keeps watching us.
We are in charge of our own paths, while our past or doubts continue to influence us.
The wrong steps would be not to start this exodus.
It's better to take action and move forward, rather than staying stuck in old habits or patterns.
Contributed by Xavier R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.