Ho Hey
The Lumineers Lyrics
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(Hey)
(Ho)
(Hey)
(Ho) I been tryin' to do it right
(Hey) I been livin' a lonely life
(Ho) I been sleepin' here instead(Hey) I been sleepin' in my bed
(Ho) I been sleepin' in my bed
(Hey)
(Ho)
(Ho) so show me family
(Hey) all the blood that I will bleed
(Ho) I don't know where I belong
(Hey) I don't know where I went wrong
(Ho) but I can write a song
(Hey)
I belong with you, you belong with me
You're my sweetheart
I belong with you, you belong with me
You're my sweet
(Ho)
(Hey) come on, now
(Ho) hey
(Hey)
(Ho) I don't think you're right for him
(Hey) think of what it might've been if we
(Ho) took a bus to Chinatown
(Hey) I'd be standin' on Canal
(Ho) and Bowery
(Ho) she'd be standin' next to me
(Hey)
I belong with you, you belong with me
You're my sweetheart
I belong with you, you belong with me
You're my sweetheart
Love, we need it now
Let's hope for some
'Cause, oh, we're bleedin' out
I belong with you, you belong with me
You're my sweetheart
I belong with you, you belong with me
You're my sweet
(Ho)
(Hey)
(Ho)
(Hey)
The Lumineers' song Ho Hey is a plea for connection and belonging. The repetition of the titular phrase "Ho Hey" serves as a rallying cry, a way to call out and reach for something more substantial than the singularity of the self. In the opening lyrics of the song, the singer describes feeling disconnected and lonely despite being surrounded by people (or perhaps unsuccessfully seeking out company). The lines "So show me family / all the blood that I will bleed" demonstrate the singer's longing for something unconditional, loyal and enduring – a family who will stay with them through thick and thin.
In the chorus, the singer confirms their desire to be with someone who fits them perfectly: "I belong with you, you belong with me, you're my sweetheart." This message of togetherness and unity is reinforced by the repetition of the phrase "you belong with me," which implies that the two people at the center of the song are meant to be together. The second half of the song focuses on the idea of being "right" for someone, and the regret that comes with an opportunity missed. The lines "I don't think you're right for him / think of what it might have been if we / took a bus to Chinatown" demonstrate this sense of missed potential, of a road not taken.
Overall, Ho Hey is a song about seeking and finding love, family and connection. Its upbeat and catchy melody, along with its message of hope, resonated with audiences worldwide, turning it into a hugely successful song that crossed genre and generational boundaries.
Line by Line Meaning
Ho
I've been trying to do things the right way.
Hey
I've been living a lonely life.
Ho
I've been sleeping on the couch instead of in my bed.
Hey
I've been sleeping alone in my bed.
Ho
I've been sleeping on the couch and in my bed, but still feel alone.
Hey
I want to find my family - the people who truly care about me.
Ho
I'll do whatever it takes to be there for my family.
Hey
I don't know where I really belong in this world.
Ho
I don't know what I did wrong.
Hey
But I can express myself through music, and maybe that will help me find my place in the world.
I belong with you, you belong with me, you're my sweetheart
I'm meant to be with you, and you're meant to be with me, we're each other's soulmates.
I belong with you, you belong with me, you're my sweet'(ho)
I love you and I belong with you forever.
Hey (come on now)
Let's be positive and enjoy life together.
Ho
I don't think you're the right person for him/her.
Hey
Imagine what could have happened if we had taken a chance on each other.
Ho
Let's go on an adventure together and explore Chinatown.
Hey
I picture us standing on Canal and Bowery Streets in Chinatown, New York City.
Ho
I imagine that she would be standing next to me.
Love we, need it now
We need love in our lives right now.
Let's hope, for some
Let's hope that we can find love soon.
'Cause oh, we're bleedin' out
Because we're hurting and need love to heal us.
I belong with you, you belong with me, you're my sweetheart
We're meant to be together, we're each other's soulmates.
I belong with you, you belong with me, you're my sweet'(ho)
I love you and I belong with you forever.
Hey
Let's enjoy life together and be happy.
Ho
I'm trying to do the right thing, but life is lonely sometimes.
Hey
I still feel empty and alone, despite my efforts.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jeremy Fraites, Wesley Schultz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lxnnxh
To everyone who's studying with this music:
Checklist:
• A bottle of water, at least 1liter. Your brain works better if it has enough water and drinking helps you to concentrate💧
• Your charger. You sometimes don't even notice that your device's battery is going down, so better have it plugged in all the time🔋
• Your headphones. You will be able to focus more with headphones because it blocks background noises. Also, if it's a late-night study session, you won't wake up anyone🎧
• a tea or coffee. Coffee keeps you awake, green or black tea can make you feel more awake as well.☕
• Your study/work stuff: your laptop/tablet/phone, a few pens, paper, or whatever you need.⌨
•Anything else you could need, what about a heating pad, a blanket, a good lamp, if you have a pet have it near you,so you have a study buddy 🐈
Reminder: After an hour, you should stand up and walk a bit around. Better stop the music or put on different music for the break. Open your window, even if it's cold outside. Fresh air will make it better, trust me.
You could also lay your head down on your desk for ten minutes and listen to a podcast. Or, if you have to read a book, listen to the audiobook of it. You can also listen to the audiobook while doing another thing, that's even better than listening to music while reading the book.
I hope y'all had a good day, if not, that's okay too. Remember to take care of yourself and try to get some sleep tonight <3 Love You
@ishmish69
Im an 11 year old girl who recently starting taking singing classes, and have already moved up to the advanced catagory. Im performing this song next sunday, wish me luck! ♡☆
@Ykkluhg3
good luck'
@qwertyman2b210
Good luck today
@ishmish69
@@qwertyman2b210 ty! But today is Monday 4 me <3
@thesillyever
Good luck!!
@vicky_exists
All good luck to u even if that day has passed! 😄👍
@maceyleslie8922
Reading these comments makes me smile. I didn’t think anyone else’s parents dedicated this song to their kids. My mom told me the year this song came out that this is OUR song ❤
@shamimyounis6922
😊
@Lucy02836
That's amazing😊😊
@dawnlouver
Just dedicated it to my baby girl dog❤