Gallery
Tellison Lyrics
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The song "Gallery" by Tellison is a reflective piece about the longing for something meaningful in life beyond the mundanity of routine. The opening lines "Snap back a little minute there and I got my bag turned out the same routine again" highlight the desire to break free from the monotony of everyday life, to push beyond the automatic motions that individuals can become trapped in. The song reflects on the importance of taking the first steps towards something new, to be daring to make a change regardless of fear.
The verses touch on themes of war and conflict, alluding to how individuals can become monuments to experiences of the past. The line "there is a picture of this victory in every wartime gallery" highlights how the moments that lead to victory often become immortalized and imprinted into history. The chorus echoes this sentiment, emphasizing that the back of the hand or the view of someone's back can hold something more significant than mere physical attributes; it can represent a symbol of the individual's past experiences.
The final lines "You're in a gallery, you're in a gallery" are a reminder that while our experiences, memories, and emotions may seem mundane and easily forgettable, they all contribute to the bigger picture of life. It is a call to action to take chances in life, to make choices that can lead to new experiences, and to create something significant that can be remembered.
Line by Line Meaning
Snap back a little minute there and I got my bag turned out the same routine again, its really not like that darling we were just kids and we were trying to start again. Taking the first steps.
Reflecting on the past and feeling stuck in a routine, but realizing that it's time to move forward and start anew. It's about taking the first steps towards a better future.
I heard that you needed this and I appreciate that, I appreciate that. Special dispensation is well and good but we're not in a war this isn't like that. Taking the first steps.
Acknowledging someone's needs and being grateful for their understanding. Comparing the situation to a war, but recognizing that it's not that serious and it's time to move forward.
And this view of your back is worth something more than that, there is a picture of this victory in every wartime gallery. And the back of your hand is a monument to that, it is a monument to that, it is a monument to that.
The sight of someone walking away is powerful and symbolic, like a picture of a victory in a gallery. Even the back of their hand has significance and is a symbol of their strength and resilience.
Croatia calls me late at night and Israel beckons me, Jerusalem. My list of things to do before I met you come on let's learn how to live. Taking the first steps.
Feeling pulled in different directions but wanting to live life to the fullest. It's about taking those first steps towards living a fulfilling life.
Spent my day spurning out this shit from this ditch and I'm fed up with it. Could have wrote back helped to pick me up your lack of adventure's why we lost this war. Taking the first steps.
Feeling frustrated and stuck in a negative situation. Recognizing the lack of adventure and taking responsibility for the role it played in causing problems. It's about taking the first steps towards improving the situation and moving forward.
You're in a gallery you're in a gallery
The repetition of this line emphasizes the idea that everything is significant and worth noticing. It's about recognizing the beauty and importance of life, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant.
Contributed by Claire C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jockland Jay
@joelongsurname But they say, "Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger"
Except polio.
And it's not been all bad.
This is the story of how I make new friends like him. And him, and him.
Him not so much.
And definitely her.
But back to the present.
To put you in the picture, I have no friends, it's my first day and I'm in the headmaster's office for a welcome chat with the rest of the new kids, otherwise known as "the freaks".
Yep, everyone's going to think I'm one of them. And in a well-meaning but disastrous move, as a new kid I've got to wear a massive green badge.
At least I can discuss it with my Head of Sixth, Mr Gilbert.
He seemed like an intelligent man.
LondonToddy
They are a great band, sound a bit yankish but brilliant live.
MegaSnippezz
That gutair solo at the end is absolutely amazing.
Neil Sutherland
This is the music that was on just before tv witnessed something incredible
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Leandro Roncis
man, i love this band
Jordan Henderson
I remember this being played at at a party live in allston live. Best time ever
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Tellison are just... awesome. Went to see them in Manchester a few months ago, 10x better than the act they were supporting.
eddie
They seem good
Jordan Henderson
I was lucky enough to hang with these guys in Allston Mass when they went to school at Berkley and they used to play house parties. This was back in 06-07ish and we had some memorable late nights
Jordan iguess
went to see these live last night in doncaster and they were mint ! this was the last song :D
eddie
How were they?