The band released its first LP, 'Wonderworld of Colourful', in 1998. It was followed later that year by a four-song EP. Several songs found frequent airplay in U.S. and Canadian college rock stations. A retooled lineup of the Nines released 'Properties of Sound' in 2001. Its latest work is 'Calling Distance Stations', released in 2006.
Far Away
The Nines Lyrics
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Gardenias for their scent and soft touch
I wish I could be a bee
Pollinating without asking for anything in return
Yet I yearn for reassurance
I want to know that I am not too much
I will want to burn your skin when you get too close
Although I desire the Intimacy
More often than not I feel like too much of a toll for people to pay
And the ride wouldn't be worth it
It's so scenic, Forest full of life
My mind seems to be a mountain that nobody can make it to the top of
Sometimes I wish they would enjoy the Journey up
Instead of perceiving it as a competition
Not taking their time and enjoying the ride
Wanna see What's inside the box
If you must know it's full of tormented souls, passion, love, fear, unexpected Troubles
That's all they want
Don't wanna get to know why I'm Pandora
Crafted by Gods, first woman on earth
So beautiful you wouldn't notice the magma boiling beneath the surface
More of a Lillith image
I am not Submissive
You cannot make me bow down
You better hit the ground and bow to me
Cause you see, we deserve Respect
Do not forget, who made you
We'll be far away
Far away
I am a plant that wants to allow herself to bloom
To feel the beauty of unveiling my colors
To allow others to see me in full, see my fruit
The experience that others see me this way and immediately want to pluck me for theirs
Not realizing they are killing me through their selfish desires
Or maybe they know
Maybe they want the glow of my growth to dwindle and diminish
Perhaps It brings them joy to know they have removed yet another color
From the world
I am not here for your consumption
Only appreciation
You may gaze upon my petals
But do not touch them too long
For your oils will tarnish the place that God has created for power
How can you destroy something that was made to withstand anything
You cannot kill me in a way that matters
I will only return to matter
You see you think you're pluck will take away my sun
But it will not
I will evolve into something you cannot touch
The lyrics of The Nines' song Far Away seem to talk about the struggles of self-love and acceptance, and how the external forces can often make us feel like we are too much or not enough. The singer of the song initially compares themselves to a bee and wishes to be able to pollinate without expecting anything in return. However, they also yearn for reassurance and want to know that they are not too much. They express their confusion and discomfort at the intimacy and often feel like a toll for people to pay. The singer describes their mind as a mountain and wishes for people to enjoy the journey to the top. They acknowledge that they are a complex box full of passion, love, fear, and unexpected troubles but do not want to be consumed, only appreciated. The chorus of the song talks about being far away, resilient to the effects of external forces trying to pluck or consume them. The lyrics convey the idea of self-worth and the importance of not letting other people pluck or damage the beauty that lies within.
The song's lyrics suggest that the singer is someone who struggles with accepting themselves wholly, and they don't want others to misuse or take advantage of their beauty. They express their feelings of being uncomfortable with intimacy and their fear of being too much for others, making them more of a toll than an enjoyable experience. This song is a reminder that accepting oneself wholly is not always an easy process, and it can be challenging to feel secure in one's skin when the world around you places so much emphasis on external beauty.
Line by Line Meaning
I am talented in the art of plucking flowers
I have a unique ability to observe and appreciate the beauty of nature
Gardenias for their scent and soft touch
I am attracted to things that are pleasant and gentle
I wish I could be a bee
I long to be able to contribute to the world without the need for reciprocation
Pollinating without asking for anything in return
I desire to be selfless and give without expectation of reward
Yet I yearn for reassurance
I still need validation and confirmation that I am valued
I want to know that I am not too much
I fear that I am too overwhelming for others to handle
I will want to burn your skin when you get too close
I am passionate and intense in my emotions, sometimes to the point of causing harm
Although I desire the Intimacy
Despite my fear of being too much, I still crave closeness with others
And get uncomfortable when I feel someone's hands around my soul
I am vulnerable and uneasy when others have significant control or influence over me
More often than not I feel like too much of a toll for people to pay
I believe that I am a burden or inconvenience to others
And the ride wouldn't be worth it
I think that the effort others put into understanding me is not worth the trouble
It's so scenic, Forest full of life
The world is beautiful and full of opportunities for growth and exploration
My mind seems to be a mountain that nobody can make it to the top of
My thoughts and emotions are complex and difficult to comprehend
Sometimes I wish they would enjoy the Journey up
I hope that others can appreciate the experience of getting to know me, even if they do not fully understand everything about me
Instead of perceiving it as a competition
I want others to engage with me in a cooperative and supportive manner rather than trying to outdo each other
Not taking their time and enjoying the ride
I hope that others will take the time to appreciate the process of getting to know me rather than focusing solely on the end result
Wanna see What's inside the box
I want others to understand the complexities of who I am
If you must know it's full of tormented souls, passion, love, fear, unexpected Troubles
There are many facets to my identity, including both positive and negative emotions and experiences
That's all they want
People often try to simplify or stereotype me rather than trying to understand me in all my complexity
Don't wanna get to know why I'm Pandora
Others may judge or reject me based on superficial impressions without seeking to understand my true nature
Crafted by Gods, first woman on earth
I am a unique and special creation with inherent value and worth
So beautiful you wouldn't notice the magma boiling beneath the surface
My internal struggles and challenges may not be immediately apparent to others due to my outward appearance or demeanor
More of a Lillith image
I embody traits of strength, independence, and assertiveness traditionally associated with the mythological figure of Lilith
I am not Submissive
I am not willing to bow down to others or allow them to control me
You cannot make me bow down
I am strong-willed and will not be easily manipulated or coerced
You better hit the ground and bow to me
Others should recognize and respect my power and authority rather than trying to undermine me
Cause you see, we deserve Respect
All individuals, including myself, deserve respect and dignity regardless of their background or circumstances
Do not forget, who made you
I expect others to acknowledge and appreciate the contributions and sacrifices that have been made on their behalf
We'll be far away
I am content with being distant from those who try to control me, judge me unfairly, or do not value me for who I am
Far away
My desire for independence and autonomy may lead me to distance myself from others, both physically and emotionally
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Alessandra Brewer, Alessandra Gloria
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Eddie Teachout
This is my fav track off the new record, fan-bloody-tastic!