Ohio
The Saint Johns Lyrics
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You'll be found under the willow
You break ground
But that leads you far away (oh)
When will you go?
Far from here, Ohio
You left it there buried deep
Must dig it up so we can start
Please unbury your heart
Standing on hallowed ground
Looking up at me now
I will pull you near
Oh my soiled blood
Oh dig it up
Buried deep my love
Please
If you have to ask it's not enough
(when will you go?)
If you have to ask it's not enough
(when will you know?)
Far from here, Ohio
You left it there buried deep
Down in the soil now you
Must dig it up so we can start
Please unbury your heart
Oooh, dig it up
Oooh, give it up
If you have to ask it's not enough
(when will you go?)
If you have to ask it' snot enough
When will you go?
Far from here, Ohio
You left it there buried deep
Down in the soil now you
Must dig it up so we can start
Please unbury your heart
If you have to ask it's not enough
The Saint Johns's song Ohio is a motivational piece about embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing. The lyrics encourage the listener to leave behind the past and the emotional baggage associated with it. The reference to Ohio is symbolic, as it could be any place that holds unhappy memories or unresolved issues. The opening lines "Follow the fence down through your back yard, you'll be found under the willow" paints a somber and introspective picture. The image of a person seeking refuge under a willow tree is often associated with grief and loss. The verse "You break ground, but that leads you far away" serves as a metaphor for moving forward in life by breaking away from old patterns and starting anew.
The chorus of the song is particularly poignant as it conveys a sense of urgency and hope. The repetition of the line "When will you go? Far from here, Ohio" is a rallying cry, urging the listener to take action and change their circumstances. The lines "You left it there buried deep, down in the soil now you must dig it up so we can start, please unbury your heart" serve as a reminder that healing requires introspection and self-reflection. Only by acknowledging and confronting our emotional wounds can we pave the way for a better future. The song ends on a hopeful note with the words "Oooh, dig it up, Oooh, give it up," encouraging the listener to keep digging until they find what they are looking for.
Line by Line Meaning
Follow the fence down through your back yard
Start your journey to healing by exploring your past and your personal experiences, which invariably lead back to your roots.
You'll be found under the willow
You'll discover a sense of peace and acceptance when you allow yourself to be vulnerable and exposed, and when you let go of your inhibitions.
You break ground
You're making progress in your personal growth and development, but it's a slow and difficult process that takes time and effort.
But that leads you far away (oh)
Your journey of self-discovery will take you far away from the person you used to be, and from the people and places that once defined you.
When will you go?
When will you start making the necessary changes in your life and actively pursue your healing and growth?
Far from here, Ohio
You need to distance yourself both physically and emotionally from your past experiences and memories in order to move forward.
You left it there buried deep
You've been suppressing your emotions and memories for too long, and you need to confront them in order to heal and grow.
Down in the soil now you
Your emotions and memories are like buried seeds that need to be tended to and nurtured in order to grow and flourish.
Must dig it up so we can start
You need to actively work on your personal growth and healing by unearthing your buried emotions and memories, and facing them head-on.
Please unbury your heart
Open yourself up to the world and allow yourself to be vulnerable and exposed, as this is the only way to truly heal and grow.
Standing on hallowed ground
You're in a spiritual and emotional place of great significance, where you can achieve true healing and growth.
Looking up at me now
You're at a turning point in your life where you can choose to face your emotions and memories head-on and actively work towards healing and growth.
I will pull you near
You have support and guidance available to you, and you don't have to go through this journey alone.
Oh my soiled blood
Your emotional scars and pain run deep, and your past experiences continue to affect you in profound ways.
Oh dig it up
You need to actively work on unearthing your emotions and memories, no matter how painful or difficult they may be.
Buried deep my love
Your buried emotions and pain are a part of you, and you need to confront them in order to grow and heal as a person.
Oooh, dig it up
Continually work to unburden yourself of the pain and emotions you've hidden away for so long.
Oooh, give it up
Let go of the pain and emotions you've been holding on to, and work towards true healing.
When will you know?
When will you fully realize that confronting your emotions is the only way to heal and grow, and actively work towards it?
If you have to ask it's not enough
If you're still unsure whether you're ready to confront and work on your emotions, then you're not fully committed to the journey of healing and growth.
Writer(s): Jordan Meredith, Louis Johnson
Contributed by Landon R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.