Higher Ground
The Kooks/ Lyrics
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Well baby, you're a monster too
We've been messing around and now we're back again
Now I'm half past it with an aching hip
I got some lipstick on my collar
While we've been getting it on in someone else's bed
I met a woman I can't control
And it's been going on for too many years now
We've got to save our reputation (yeah yeah yeah)
And get us up, up upon a higher ground
Up on a higher ground
Say I'm a hustler
Well honey, you're a hustler too
There's no limits we've been crossing all the lines
So if you're on your way to see that dick again
I've got a date callin' at the hour
And make your bed light twirl
Come on I'll see you in a week
I won't be home until tomorrow
We've got a tricky situation (yeah yeah yeah)
And it's been going on for too many years now
We've got to save our reputation (yeah yeah yeah)
And get us up, up upon a higher ground
Up on a higher ground
Up on a higher ground
Well I would leave them all to be a loving man
You had moments we should cherish
Before we crash and burn, it might be our turn
To go straight so we don't loose
We've got a tricky situation (yeah yeah yeah)
And it's been going on for too many years now
We've got to save our reputation (yeah yeah yeah)
And get us up, up upon a higher ground
Up on a higher ground
Up on a higher ground
Up on a Higher Ground
Up on a higher ground
The Kooks' "Higher Ground" is a song that explores the complexities of a romantic relationship that is struggling to keep together. The opening vocals call out the confusion between the two partners, suggesting that they are each dealing with personal insecurities and negative feelings toward their situation. The second verse highlights the betrayals they put each other through and the challenge of maintaining a reputation when their actions are bordering on immoral. The remainder of the song is an introspective reflection on their decisions and actions, with a conclusion that suggests that they need to elevate their relationship to a "higher ground" to avoid destruction.
The song's lyrics highlight the different perspectives people have when it comes to romantic relationships. While some couples can move past the challenges that come with any relationship, this song contextualizes the challenges that can sometimes overwhelm a relationship. It's a reminder that sometimes, moving on and separating yourself from a toxic relationship is the healthiest choice. The Kooks effectively communicate these themes through their propulsive guitar-driven sound with catchy melodies that make the song stick.
Line by Line Meaning
Call me a monster
I am being considered a monster
Well baby, you're a monster too
But, so are you
We've been messing around and now we're back again
We have been in a relationship before, and now we are back in it
Now I'm half past it with an aching hip
I am getting old and my hip is hurting
I got some lipstick on my collar
I have been unfaithful
While we've been getting it on in someone else's bed
We have been intimate in someone else's bed
I met a woman I can't control
I have met a woman I can't resist
We've got a tricky situation (yeah yeah yeah)
Our situation is complicated
And it's been going on for too many years now
We have been dealing with this for a long time
We've got to save our reputation (yeah yeah yeah)
We need to protect our image
And get us up, up upon a higher ground
We need to elevate our status
Say I'm a hustler
I am being called a hustler
Well honey, you're a hustler too
But so are you
There's no limits we've been crossing all the lines
We have been breaking all boundaries
So if you're on your way to see that dick again
If you're going to see that man again
I've got a date callin' at the hour
I have a date scheduled soon
And make your bed light twirl
I want you to make the bed look neat
Come on I'll see you in a week
I'll see you in a week
I won't be home until tomorrow
I won't be home until tomorrow
Well I would leave them all to be a loving man
I would like to be a loving person towards everyone
You had moments we should cherish
We have had some special moments we should be grateful for
Before we crash and burn, it might be our turn
Before we fail, it may be our chance
To go straight so we don't lose
To do the right thing to avoid losing
Up on a Higher Ground
To a higher, better position
Up on a higher ground
To a higher, better position
Up on a higher ground
To a higher, better position
Up on a higher ground
To a higher, better position
Up on a higher ground
To a higher, better position
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