Kasher has a very close relationship with Conor Oberst of Bright Eyes. They grew up in Nebraska together, went to the same Catholic high school, Creighton Prep. It is rumored that Tim taught Oberst to play guitar. In the Bright Eyes song, "Nothing Gets Crossed Out" Oberst sings, "yeah Tim I heard your album and it's better than good. When you get off tour I think we should hang and black out together." (referring to the album Black Out by The Good Life, released in 2002 on Saddle Creek Records.) Furthermore, Oberst later sang backup on the song "Staying Alive," from Cursive's 2003 effort The Ugly Organ.
Kasher temporarily disbanded Cursive after the departure of guitarist Steve Pedersen (who left to pursue a law degree at Duke University. He now leads the Saddle Creek band Criteria). He married and moved to Portland, Oregon. According to interviews, Kasher went through a bitter divorce in 2000, which led to the regrouping of Cursive, as well as providing the inspiration for The Good Life album Black Out, and Cursive's Domestica.
The Good Life was originally planned to be a solo project. Kasher wanted to experiment with different types of lyrics and melodies. He released Novena on a Nocturn on Better Looking Records. He then recruited Ryan Fox, Roger Lewis and Stephanie Drootin into the band and released Black Out, Lovers Need Lawyers EP and Album of the Year.
Kasher created a another record with Cursive which was released in August 2006, entitled Happy Hollow. In 2009, Cursive released their latest effort, 'Mama, I'm Swollen'. The Good Life, despite a near breakup in late 2005, returned to the studio to release the album, 'Help Wanted Nights' in September 2007.
Under his own name, Tim Kasher recorded a song called "Stranger Than Strangers" which was released on a compilation CD called "My Favorite Songwriters." He released the solo album 'The Game of Monogamy' in 2010, and a follow-up disc of songs from that session called 'Bigamy', in 2011.
Hollow
Tim Kasher Lyrics
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Each one spotlit in our theatres
We all flicker in an instant
We are mirrors of our constellations
I am seeing the same shit you see
I am thinking the same thoughts you think
Am I dreaming the same dreams you dream?
Hollow
The lyrics to Tim Kasher's song "Hollow" delve into the interconnectedness and existential ponderings of humanity. Kasher paints a picture of being one amongst billions, with each individual being a spotlight in their own personal theater. This imagery emphasizes the notion that we are all significant and unique in our own ways, yet we also share the commonality of existence.
The mention of flickering in an instant suggests the fleeting nature of life and how we can easily be forgotten or lost in the vastness of time. Despite this transience, we are described as mirrors of our constellations, implying that we are connected to something larger than ourselves. This could refer to the idea that we are influenced and shaped by the people and events around us, as well as the collective consciousness of humanity.
The repetition of phrases like "I am seeing the same shit you see" and "I am thinking the same thoughts you think" suggests a longing for understanding and a desire to connect with others. It questions whether our experiences, thoughts, dreams, and very essence are shared by others. In this contemplative state, the song ultimately leaves the listener feeling hollow, as if searching for a deeper meaning or connection in the midst of their existence.
Overall, "Hollow" captures the human longing for connection amidst the vastness of existence and explores the universal search for meaning and purpose.
Line by Line Meaning
We are children of the billions
We are individuals among a vast population, each with our own unique experiences and perspectives
Each one spotlit in our theatres
Each of us is the main character in our own lives, constantly under the spotlight of our own personal dramas
We all flicker in an instant
Our existence is transient and fleeting, like a flickering flame that can be extinguished at any moment
We are mirrors of our constellations
Our identities and actions are influenced by the larger patterns and influences of the world around us
I am seeing the same shit you see
I am perceiving the same struggles and hardships that you are witnessing
I am thinking the same thoughts you think
I am contemplating the same ideas and concerns that occupy your mind
Am I dreaming the same dreams you dream?
Am I yearning for the same hopes and aspirations that fill your subconscious?
Am I being the same being?
Am I embodying the same essence of existence as you are?
Hollow
Feeling empty or lacking depth, lacking substance or genuine meaning
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Written by: Tim Kasher
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