06. Discretion Grove
Stephen Malkmus Lyrics


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Hate recreated
A revelation
Uh listen to me
I'll tell you I'm about to run
The ceiling's are undone
Specialized victories
For overage whores
I felt up your feelings
And they left me no more time
To see what I want to find

Believe-- let it go
And leave--the shots in closing
Believe--discretion grove
For it's time
To go there
Yea there's time, there's time, there's time
To go there

Celt alcoholic
Feeling past blue
I'm tryin to get up
From sending all my selves to you
And in times I tilted truth
Major alfonso
Mind up the gold
The ceremonial dead trees
Told him all that he could do
And it's all we do to run, run, run,

You're never gonna run aground until the sun is down
You are gonna hear the sound of a crazy ship
On an insane raid

Just crash our wind on a manic bay




Distract the wind on a manic bay
Scratch the wind on a manic bay

Overall Meaning

The song "Discretion Grove" by Stephen Malkmus is a complex stream-of-consciousness style piece with a few common themes running through it. The lyrics appear to revolve around running away from something, whether it be a relationship, a past self, or something even more abstract. The idea of transformation is also present, with lines like "Hate recreated/a revelation" suggesting a cycle of negativity being broken and replaced with something more positive.


In typical Malkmus style, there are also many references to seemingly random things and people, such as "celt alcoholic" and "Major Alfonso." These appear to be more about the sound and rhythm of the words than any particular meaning. One clear theme throughout the song is the idea of discretion, with the repeated phrase "Believe--discretion grove" seeming to suggest the need for subtlety and caution in making major life changes.


Line by Line Meaning

Hate recreated
Starting fresh with a new perspective that doesn't involve dwelling on past animosity.


A revelation
An enlightening moment or realization that brings clarity about something previously unclear.


Uh listen to me
Pay attention to what I'm saying, it's important.


I'll tell you I'm about to run
I'm planning to leave soon, and I want you to know.


The ceiling's are undone
The restrictions that were in place before are no longer relevant or in effect.


Specialized victories
Individual successes that are unique and personal to each person involved.


For overage whores
Referring to those who are past their prime, but still try to make a living in the industry they're in.


I felt up your feelings
I attempted to understand your emotions and thoughts on a deeper level.


And they left me no more time
After recognizing someone else's emotional state, it became more difficult to focus on what I need to do for myself.


To see what I want to find
To discover what I'm looking for and achieve personal fulfillment.


Believe-- let it go
Have faith and allow things to unfold on their own without trying to control the outcome.


And leave--the shots in closing
Move on from past experiences and put an end to negative cycles.


Believe--discretion grove
Trust a secretive or private place, where personal thoughts or feelings might be kept safe.


For it's time
It's necessary, or a critical moment in time.


To go there
To embrace the idea of keeping certain things private, and to seek out a sanctuary for personal ideas or feelings.


Yea there's time, there's time, there's time
There's no need to rush or feel pressured to move forward too quickly. There's time to figure things out.


Celt alcoholic
Possibly referring to someone of Irish descent who drinks heavily or struggles with alcoholism.


Feeling past blue
Going through a difficult time, feeling depressed or melancholy.


I'm tryin to get up
Attempting to get out of a slump or emotional rut.


From sending all my selves to you
Dedicating too much time or energy into another person, losing a sense of the self.


And in times I tilted truth
Sometimes I've distorted reality or not been entirely honest in order to protect myself or others.


Major alfonso
Potentially referencing a name or place, without clarifying further.


Mind up the gold
Be ambitious and strive for greatness, aiming to achieve the highest level of success possible.


The ceremonial dead trees
Symbolizing the passing of time or a certain era, and the need to make room for new growth and beginnings.


Told him all that he could do
Instructing someone on what their next steps or goals should be, or setting expectations for what is expected of them.


And it's all we do to run, run, run,
Life can feel like a constant rush and chase after success or accomplishment, leaving little room for stillness or quiet.


You're never gonna run aground until the sun is down
There's still time to keep moving forward and pushing oneself, no matter how tired or strained it may seem.


You are gonna hear the sound of a crazy ship
Expect the unexpected, be prepared for chaos or upheaval in the midst of pursuing goals or dreams.


On an insane raid
Amidst the chaos of pursuing an ambitious endeavor, it may feel like an all-out assault or invasion of the senses.


Just crash our wind on a manic bay
Push forward with great force or emphasis, regardless of obstacles or challenges ahead.


Distract the wind on a manic bay
Find a way to navigate through rough waters, dodging any potential distractions or setbacks along the way.


Scratch the wind on a manic bay
Press on and leave a mark or impact, despite any unfavorable conditions or obstacles in the way.




Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: STEPHEN MALKMUS

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Ending noo...

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is he using a pick?

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FreakinKoolMedia no, stephen doesn't use picks

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