Pando
Squalloscope Lyrics


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So let's take off the body
So let's take off the body
So let's take off the body
(Here they come)
So let's take off the body
So let's take off the body
Wearing the attire of the Wolf King, which is nothing
I'm trying to remember where we keep the knives
Mapping out the way to the kitchen counter-top with our eyes shut
After midnight, -ight
I found a piece of evidence that I've been here before
I've been truly terrified of every single phone call
Got a pillbox for my demon's baby teeth
No matter the wedding dress, I wear them underneath, oh oh
I'm walking to the bloodhsed to get the blood shovel
I wanna make friends with the local witch coven
If you're happy and you know it, check again
When you got enemies like us you don't need friends
Don't you know I heard it through the heartline
How much longer do I wait until we're all right?
Got bad reception in our neck of the woods
Maybe they won't find us
So maybe they won't find us
So maybe they won't find us
(Here they come)
So maybe they won't find us
Oh good
(Here they come)
There are no monsters left under the bed
We used their bones to build the thing
Stuff the mattress with bulletproof vests
And next week just let us sleep in
And we lie here in the summer naked and laughing
And that's when we're not haunted by ghosts
Fear is a business and we're self-sufficient
Our love is a Fresnel lens that spins and spins
And spins and spins
Somewhere on the coast
My love is a Fresnel lens that spins and spins
And spins and spins
Somewhere on the coast
Wearing a three-piece suit like the dude on top of the cake
Wearing sequins that move like leaves
We expand like the trembling giant
Gracefully, trying to get a fucking grip
I guess I grow nails for a number of reasons
I guess I lose faith for about the same
We claw our way out of the hunting season
We're still here and we know all their names
We slide the twine through the eye
We move top to bottom and left to right
Turn the foxhounds upside down
Cross borders underground
We don't care 'bout no uniform or protocol
We grow on both sides of the wall
Carve your names into our skins a couple of times
We don't give a shit, we just multiply
We don't give a shit, we just multiply
We don't give a shit, we just multiply
We don't give a shit, we just multiply
There are no monsters left under the bed
We used their bones to build the thing
Stuff the mattress with bulletproof vests
And next week just let us sleep in
And we lie here in the summer naked and laughing
And that's when we're not haunted by ghosts
Fear is a business and we're self-sufficient
Our love is a Fresnel lens that spins and spins
And spins (here they come) and spins
Somewhere (here they come) on the coast
My love is a Fresnel lens that spins (here they come) and spins
And spins and spins




Somewhere on the coast
So let's take off the body and build a foundation

Overall Meaning

The song "Pando" by Squalloscope is a haunting and enigmatic piece that touches on themes of fear, self-sufficiency, and the power of love. The repeated line "So let's take off the body" could be interpreted as a call to discard the physical form and delve deeper into the essence of the self. This idea is reinforced by the subsequent lines about wearing the attire of the Wolf King, mapping out the way with closed eyes, and finding a piece of evidence that the singer has been there before. It could be seen as a journey to discover oneself and confront one's fears.


The imagery throughout the song is dark and ominous, referencing pills for demon's baby teeth, bloodshed, witch covens, and enemies. The line "Fear is a business and we're self-sufficient" could be interpreted as a rejection of the notion that fear is a way for people to control others, and instead embracing the power of self-reliance. The idea of self-sufficiency is further reinforced by the reference to using monster bones to build something and stuffing mattresses with bulletproof vests.


The song concludes with a reference to a Fresnel lens, a type of lens used in lighthouses to create a powerful beam of light that can be seen from long distances. This metaphorical lens is a representation of the power of the love that the singer shares with their partner, which is described as "spinning" endlessly. The song ends with a call to "take off the body" and "build a foundation", leaving the listener with a sense of hope and the idea that the journey to find oneself is ongoing.


Line by Line Meaning

So let's take off the body
We need to shed our physical form to truly connect with each other.


So let's take off the body
Our bodies are a hindrance to the growth of our relationship.


So let's take off the body
We must abandon our physical selves to fully embrace each other.


(Here they come)
The obstacles to our connection are approaching.


So let's take off the body
Our physical appearance is irrelevant to the bond between us.


So let's take off the body
Our clothing is a meaningless facade that we must shed.


Wearing the attire of the Wolf King, which is nothing
We disguise ourselves in grandiose clothing to cover up our insecurities.


I'm trying to remember where we keep the knives
We may need to protect ourselves from the approaching obstacles.


Mapping out the way to the kitchen counter-top with our eyes shut
Navigating through challenges blindly, hoping to find a solution.


After midnight, -ight
The approaching obstacles may strike when we least expect it.


I found a piece of evidence that I've been here before
We've faced similar challenges in the past and must use that experience to overcome them now.


I've been truly terrified of every single phone call
We fear the unknown and the potential challenges it may bring.


Got a pillbox for my demon's baby teeth
Our fears manifest into something tangible, which we must learn to cope with.


No matter the wedding dress, I wear them underneath, oh oh
Our past experiences and fears will always be with us, regardless of outward appearances.


I'm walking to the bloodhsed to get the blood shovel
We're willing to face violent danger to protect our love.


I wanna make friends with the local witch coven
We seek allies in our fight against obstacles.


If you're happy and you know it, check again
We must question our feelings and motives to ensure that we're truly happy.


When you got enemies like us you don't need friends
Our bond is strong enough to combat any obstacle without external help.


Don't you know I heard it through the heartline
We're connected on a deeper emotional level.


How much longer do I wait until we're all right?
We're waiting for the obstacles to pass so we can resume our life together.


Got bad reception in our neck of the woods
Our situation makes it difficult to communicate and seek help from outsiders.


Maybe they won't find us
We hope to remain hidden from the obstacles approaching us.


So maybe they won't find us
We must continue to believe in our ability to avoid the obstacles.


Oh good
An attempt to remain optimistic in the face of adversity.


There are no monsters left under the bed
We've conquered our fears and insecurities.


We used their bones to build the thing
We've repurposed our fears into something that strengthens us.


Stuff the mattress with bulletproof vests
We've taken precautions to protect ourselves from harm.


And next week just let us sleep in
We're tired and need a break from the obstacles we're facing.


And we lie here in the summer naked and laughing
We find joy in the simple moments of our life together.


And that's when we're not haunted by ghosts
Our past experiences continue to haunt us and prevent us from enjoying life fully.


Fear is a business and we're self-sufficient
We've learned to cope with fear and not let it hinder our ability to live.


Our love is a Fresnel lens that spins and spins
Our love is both powerful and constantly evolving.


Somewhere on the coast
An attempt to provide a sense of place or location for the scene.


Wearing a three-piece suit like the dude on top of the cake
The facade of our external appearance is irrelevant to our bond.


Wearing sequins that move like leaves
Our clothing is merely an accessory and doesn't define us.


We expand like the trembling giant
Our bond is expansive and powerful like a giant.


Gracefully, trying to get a fucking grip
An attempt to maintain composure in the face of adversity.


I guess I grow nails for a number of reasons
Our physical appearance changes with our emotions.


I guess I lose faith for about the same
Our emotional state fluctuates due to various factors.


We claw our way out of the hunting season
We've survived a difficult period but must continue to battle.


We're still here and we know all their names
Our struggles have made us stronger and more aware of what we're facing.


We slide the twine through the eye
We're resourceful and find ways to overcome challenges.


We move top to bottom and left to right
We're adaptable and can navigate through any situation.


Turn the foxhounds upside down
An attempt to upend societal norms and expectations.


Cross borders underground
We must operate covertly to achieve our goals.


We don't care 'bout no uniform or protocol
We disregard societal expectations and do what's necessary to succeed.


We grow on both sides of the wall
We're resilient and can adapt to any environment.


Carve your names into our skins a couple of times
We're deeply connected to each other and have a history together.


We don't give a shit, we just multiply
We won't let obstacles hinder our bond, and will continue to thrive and grow.




Writer(s): Anna Kohlweis

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@seayourecords

Pando

Wearing the attire of the wolf king, which is nothing
trying to remember where we keep the knives
mapping out the way to the kitchen countertop
with all eyes shut after midnight

found a piece of evidence that i've been here before
i've been truly terrified of every single phone call
got a pill box for my demon's baby teeth
no matter the wedding dress, i'll wear them underneath

I am walking to the bloodshed to get the blood shovel
i wanna make friends with the local witch coven
if you're happy and you know it, check again
when you got enemies like us you don't need friends
 
don't you know i heard it through the heart line
how much longer do i wait until we're alright?
got bad reception in our neck of the woods
so maybe they won't find us. good.

There are no monsters left under the bed
we used their bones to build the thing
stuff the mattress with bullet proof vests
and next month, just let us sleep in
and we lie here in summer, naked and laughing
in nights when we're not haunted by ghosts
fear is a business and we're self-sufficient 
our love is a fresnel lens that spins and spins and spins
and spins somewhere on the coast.

wearing a three-piece suit like the dude on top of the cake
wearing sequins that move like leaves
we expand like the trembling giant
gracefully, trying to get a fucking grip
i know i grow nails for a number of reasons
i know i lose faith for about the same
we claw our way out of the hunting season
we're still here and we know all their names
we slide the twine through the eye
move top to bottom and left to right
turn the foxhounds upside down
cross borders underground
we don't care 'bout no uniform or protocol
we grow on both sides of the wall
carve your names into our skins a couple of times
we don't give a shit, we just multiply.



All comments from YouTube:

@Certio0

"With enemies like us you don't need friends" is such a powerful reversal of a phrase. And could be taken in a truly menacing way.

@ratherwitness2367

Woah, I was just looking up Pando yesterday planning a route west, then I listened to your 'weather' on ep 33 of welcome to nightvale. You're the first artist off of that webcast that I've looked up. This whole thing is blowin my mind, hahah

@garrettcarvajal7186

literally one of my favorite songs in the world. I requested it as my anesthesia song when I got top surgery a year ago and the people in the OR also thought it was cool lol. literally every line is top notch.

@seayourecords

wow that's awesome <3

@synaestheticstudios

Favorite poet. Please keep producing you are truly the bulb of an existential flashlight shining on all the small moments to pay attention to.

@AnnaKohlweis

that's a wonderful compliment. not gonna stop!

@tomal99

für mich das beste Lied des Jahres 2017! Ein Klassiker für die Ewigkeit! Anna, wenn Dich Gott am jüngsten Tag fragen wird, was Du gemacht hast, spiel im das Lied vor :-)

@seayourecords

Pando

Wearing the attire of the wolf king, which is nothing
trying to remember where we keep the knives
mapping out the way to the kitchen countertop
with all eyes shut after midnight

found a piece of evidence that i've been here before
i've been truly terrified of every single phone call
got a pill box for my demon's baby teeth
no matter the wedding dress, i'll wear them underneath

I am walking to the bloodshed to get the blood shovel
i wanna make friends with the local witch coven
if you're happy and you know it, check again
when you got enemies like us you don't need friends
 
don't you know i heard it through the heart line
how much longer do i wait until we're alright?
got bad reception in our neck of the woods
so maybe they won't find us. good.

There are no monsters left under the bed
we used their bones to build the thing
stuff the mattress with bullet proof vests
and next month, just let us sleep in
and we lie here in summer, naked and laughing
in nights when we're not haunted by ghosts
fear is a business and we're self-sufficient 
our love is a fresnel lens that spins and spins and spins
and spins somewhere on the coast.

wearing a three-piece suit like the dude on top of the cake
wearing sequins that move like leaves
we expand like the trembling giant
gracefully, trying to get a fucking grip
i know i grow nails for a number of reasons
i know i lose faith for about the same
we claw our way out of the hunting season
we're still here and we know all their names
we slide the twine through the eye
move top to bottom and left to right
turn the foxhounds upside down
cross borders underground
we don't care 'bout no uniform or protocol
we grow on both sides of the wall
carve your names into our skins a couple of times
we don't give a shit, we just multiply.

@STEPANUZER

prosto super

@MdSaiful-dj4tg

nice

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