The Frames have been together since 1990 and are a survivor of Dublin's prolific early 90's rock and roll scene. They have also been essential in the development of the current crop of emerging Irish rock bands, such as Turn. The Frames have toured with various other Irish artists, including Damien Rice and Bell X1. In December 2004, Hansard appeared on stage in a collaboration with singer songwriter Paddy Casey.
The name The Frames reportedly arose from Hansard's habit, at a young age, of fixing the bicycles of many of his friends. The large number of bicycle frames lying around his house led neighbours to dub it the "house with the frames".
Their new, 6th studio album, The Cost, is available in Ireland since 22 September 2006 and worldwide since 20 February 2007.
Lead singer Hansard recently collaborated with Czech musician Markéta Irglová, which led to the solo album "The Swell Season". Glen and Markéta also star and perform in the John Carney movie Once (www.oncethemovie.com). The movie received several awards including the World Cinema Audience Award - Dramatic at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival as well as an Oscar for best Song for the track "Falling Slowly".
On several occasions the members of The frames appear on stage during the Swell season gigs.
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Evergreen
The Frames Lyrics
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You are always gonna be
No winter winds
Can take you far from me
These tides of time
Have carved a few new lines
Oh but they've never changed my mind
Beside me you will be
When all the world was cold and golden
Your colours ceased to bleed
Oh my evergreen
You are always gonna be, gonna be
Keep on, keep on
Cause your season's gonna come
When all these storms have passed and done
This distance will be gone
And I swear we will be one
When this race has all been run
And I stole to see the hail
Falling down in through your hair
Through your hair
Oh my evergreen
Oh you are always gonna be
Oh my evergreen
Oh you are always gonna be, gonna be
The song "Evergreen" by The Frames is a powerful ballad that pays tribute to a steadfast companion that has remained faithful and evergreen throughout the years. The lyrics suggest that the singer's companion has stood the test of time and weathered many storms, yet has remained steadfast, unwavering and unchanging. The use of natural elements like winter winds and tides of time reinforces the idea that change and decay is a natural part of life, but some things remain constant.
The singer's use of "my evergreen" as a term of endearment is a striking metaphor for the person he is referring to. In many ways, it symbolizes the idea of life and growth in nature, how living things endure and persist through hard times, even during the coldest, darkest winters. The ongoing reference to "my evergreen" not only serves as a term of endearment but also as a reminder that this person helps keep him grounded and stable, and that their relationship is strong enough to weather any storm. Through the singer's eyes, "my evergreen" becomes more than just a person, but a symbol of perseverance and steadfastness.
Overall, the song taps into the universal language of love and companionship. The lyrics are a homage to strong relationships and the power of perseverance. It reminds us that in the darkest of times, there are people and relationships that can help us remain rooted, and remind us that we can get through our darkest times.
Line by Line Meaning
My evergreen
Referring to a person who is steadfast and loyal
You are always gonna be
Their loyalty will never waver
No winter winds
Nothing will cause them to part
Can take you far from me
Their relationship will not be weakened by time
These tides of time
The passing of time
Have carved a few new lines
Aging and the changes it brings
Oh but they've never changed my mind
The person's steadfast commitment despite changes
Beside me you will be
The person will always be there for them
When all the world was cold and golden
During difficult and prosperous times
Your colours ceased to bleed
Their loyalty never faltered
Keep on, keep on
Persist through hardships
Cause your season's gonna come
Their time for success will come
When all these storms have passed and done
After difficult times have ended
This distance will be gone
They will be reunited despite current separation
And I swear we will be one
Their continued loyalty to each other
When this race has all been run
After they have both lived their lives
And I stole to see the hail
Going to great lengths to be with the person
Falling down in through your hair
Appreciation and adoration of the person
Oh you are always gonna be, gonna be
Their steadfast loyalty will never change
Contributed by Kennedy D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.