Sliding from indie pop to country and a host of genres in between, the band evokes modern artists such as Fun., Grouplove and Edward Sharpe And the Magnetic Zeros, whilst having their roots in the music of Neil Young, The Byrds, The Beach Boys and Fleetwood Mac.
Part 60's Laurel Canyon, part 70's Venice Beach and part 10's Silverlake, the band and the harmonies are held together by their message of universal love, peace and the belief that the highest form of consciousness is achieved by togetherness and unity.
Uplifting, collaborative, joyous and communal, their songs are a walk through their life thus far: Meeting each other ("Hi Hey There Hello"), experiencing together ("San Francisco", "The Great Divide", "I've Been Around"), fighting and making up (“Colin's Song”), emerging stronger ("Carry Your Will", "We Are Free") - their message is finding a foothold with fans from every walk of life, bringing people together under one roof to celebrate each other.
Hi Hey There Hello
The Mowgli's Lyrics
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Have you got someplace to go?
Well, I've got some time and I would love to take you out
I've got two nickels to my name
Well hey, my story sounds the same
But I'll find some way to show you what life's all about
Oh, we could take a walk downtown
No, let's search for higher ground
We'll count the stars and clouds and howl at the moon
I hear the rich folks come here, too
'Cause it's such a lovely view
And when the sun decides to rise, it'll be too soon
Oh, my blood may run red
But the thoughts in my head
They are blue, they are purple, they are gold
And there may come a day
When my hair, it turns gray
But my soul, oh my soul, won't grow old
See I'm not skin and bones, I am sunshine and snow
I'm this ever-changing earth that we know
I'll melt into a stream
I will glisten and gleam
I'll float on, but I'll never grow old
The Mowgli's's song Hi Hey There Hello is an upbeat and positive song about seizing the moment and living life to the fullest. The song begins with the singer greeting someone with a friendly "hi, hey there, hello" and asking if they have somewhere to go. The singer then offers to take the person out with the little money they have, showing their willingness to enjoy life in the present moment despite not having much material wealth.
The lyrics then shift to the idea of exploration and adventure, with the suggestion to take a walk downtown or find higher ground to appreciate the beauty of the world around us. The singer references the wealthy also coming to appreciate the view, but they focus on the experience rather than the status that comes with it. The lyrics also include a wistful observation that the moment is fleeting and the sunrise will arrive too soon, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the present moment.
The lyrics transition to a reflection on the internal experiences that shape our lives, with the singer acknowledging their thoughts and emotions in a colorful and poetic way. The song concludes with a message of growth and transformation, with the singer describing themselves as an ever-changing entity that will never grow old. The message of the song is to live life with passion and embrace change, appreciating the beauty of the present moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh well, hi, hey there, hello,
Greeting someone and asking if they have any plans.
Have you got someplace to go?
Asking if the person has any destination in mind.
Well, I've got some time and I would love to take you out
Offering to spend time with the person and show them a good time.
I've got two nickels to my name
Having very little money, but still willing to make the best of it.
Well hey, my story sounds the same
Acknowledging that others may be in a similar situation.
But I'll find some way to show you what life's all about
Promising to create an enjoyable experience despite the limitations.
Oh, we could take a walk downtown
Suggesting an activity downtown.
No, let's search for higher ground
Deciding to aim higher and find a better perspective.
We'll count the stars and clouds and howl at the moon
Taking time to appreciate the beauty of nature and be free.
I hear the rich folks come here, too
Noticing that even wealthy people enjoy the view.
'Cause it's such a lovely view
Acknowledging the natural beauty of the surroundings.
And when the sun decides to rise, it'll be too soon
Enjoying the moment so much that time feels fleeting.
Oh, my blood may run red
Contrasting the physical body with the inner thoughts and feelings.
But the thoughts in my head
Emphasizing the importance of mental and emotional wellbeing.
They are blue, they are purple, they are gold
Describing the vivid and varied nature of one's thoughts and emotions.
And there may come a day
Reflecting on the inevitability of aging and change.
When my hair, it turns gray
Using physical aging as a metaphor for change and growth.
But my soul, oh my soul, won't grow old
Affirming the timeless nature of the inner self.
See I'm not skin and bones, I am sunshine and snow
Identifying with the natural beauty and wonder of the world.
I'm this ever-changing earth that we know
Embracing the interconnectedness of all living things and the planet itself.
I'll melt into a stream
Imagining oneself as a part of the natural world, constantly transforming.
I will glisten and gleam
Finding beauty in even the most mundane and small moments.
I'll float on, but I'll never grow old
Continuing to live each day fully and joyfully, regardless of age.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CHRISTIAN JAMES HAND, COLIN DIEDEN, DAVID NAFTALI APPELBAUM, JOSHUA HOGAN, KATHRYN JAYNE EARL, MATTHEW DAVID DIPANNI, MICHAEL VINCZE, SPENCER TRENT GONGWER
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Mikey Olsen
why are they not more popular? they are amazingggggg!!!
qmagoo34
Love this song and this band! The mowglis are fantastic live :)
otterpawz99
Her voice is so pretty! This is definitely my fav song by them!
XC Painter
Hi, Hey there, Hello Mowglis. Been a fan for a few years now. Saw you guys in Seattle a couple times and I was the guy singing awfully at your "End Session" and I think you guys laughed at me during the song. I deserved it.
Exactly Ali
It's awful this song doesn't have many views! It's fantastic!
Katie Goulding
First band i ever saw and seen them twice :) They are absolutely amazing!! favorite band <3 AND met their dogs back stage with Walk the Moon in Seattle :D
Maddi Baker
<3 I'm glad I saw them live. It was a while ago at buzz under the stars in Kansas I went to see The Lumineers and Cold War Kids but know I'm absolutely in love with The Mowgil's!!!!
Autumn Ollice
Their live concert was amazing last night, so glad I went!
SoThisHappened
Definitely my favorite song! Can't wait see them live in Minneapolis!!!!!!!!
Berri Boi
Great song I randomly found on Spotify. Came here cause Spotify mobile is a pain, and it still holds up.