1. A five… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two bands with the name 'Tupelo Honey'.
1. A five-piece high energy alt-rock band from Edmonton, Alberta. Popularized for many by local radio station Sonic 102.9, Tupelo Honey plays and sells out lots of local shows with their lyrical, angsty-feeling songs, but can also lend their talents to the occasional cover, such as Audioslave's "Show Me How To Live".
2. A band from The Netherlands (city of Helmond), that existed from 1992 till 1996. The band played melancholic rocksongs with a psychedlic guitarsound and was influenced by Dinosaur Jr., Neil Young, The Doors and Buffalo Tom.
Morphine
Tupelo Honey Lyrics
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Feel the pressure and it's killing you
Hold on
Disconnected from the line I threw
Like a drop in the ocean
Nothing can change it
Wish I could change it
Like it's hopping into me
What can I say
That could take it all away
But I will be
Your morphine
Your morphine
You're searching
For a sanctuary everywhere
But here
And I will cover you completely
Like a drop in the ocean
Nothing can change it
I wish I could change it
I feel your pain
Like it's hopping into me
What can I say
That could take it all away
But I will be
Your morphine
Your morphine
I feel your pain
Like it's hopping into me
What can I say
That could take it all away
I feel your pain
Like it's hopping into me
But I will be
But I will be
Your morphine
In the song "Morphine," Tupelo Honey sings about trying to comfort someone who is in pain and feeling helpless in doing so. The song begins with the lines "Hold on, feel the pressure and it's killing you. Hold on, disconnected from the line I threw." Here, the singer is urging the person to hold on and stay strong despite the overwhelming feelings of pressure and disconnection. The next lines, "Like a drop in the ocean, nothing can change it. Wish I could change it," reveal the singer's frustration in feeling like their efforts to help are small and insignificant. They wish they could change the situation, but they feel powerless to do so.
The chorus of the song is where the title "Morphine" comes into play. The singer says, "But I will be your morphine, your morphine." Here, they are offering themselves as a type of painkiller for the other person. The line "You're searching for a sanctuary everywhere but here" suggests that the person is looking for comfort and safety in places where it cannot be found. The singer acknowledges this and offers to "cover [them] completely," like a drop in the ocean. However, they still feel the weight of the other person's pain and wish they could do more to alleviate it.
Overall, "Morphine" is a touching song about trying to comfort someone in pain and feeling frustrated when one's efforts seem inadequate. The title and chorus serve as a metaphor for the singer's desire to ease the other person's pain and provide comfort.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold on
Take a deep breath and hold on tight for what's coming up next
Feel the pressure and it's killing you
You're overwhelmed and struggling to keep up
Disconnected from the line I threw
I tried to help but you seem to be too far gone for me to reach
Like a drop in the ocean
You're just one tiny, insignificant part of a much bigger problem
Nothing can change it
Whatever's causing this pain cannot be undone
Wish I could change it
I wish I had the power to fix everything for you
I feel your pain
I empathize with you and understand what you're going through
Like it's hopping into me
Your pain is contagious and affecting me deeply
What can I say
I am at a loss for words that could make it better
That could take it all away
Unfortunately, there are no magic words to make your pain disappear
But I will be
Despite my limitations, I am here for you and willing to help in any way I can
Your morphine
Like the drug, I will ease your pain and make it bearable
You're searching
You're desperately looking for someone or something to ease your suffering
For a sanctuary everywhere
You've tried everything and been everywhere, but nothing seems to help
And I will cover you completely
I will surround you with my love and support, and be there for you unconditionally
Contributed by Adrian I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dustin Whitworth
This song always meant alot to me. Glad to see this versions still here. Still got alot of THs songs in my rotation today!
xXxNoDicexXx
Great video! The grey distorted effect with bursts of colour looks phenomenal! I love the intro with the natural harmonics on guitar. Not a lot of bands use those anymore and they add a nice touch! Great job Tupelo this new album is going to be a huge deal for you I wish you the best!
Nicodimko
Awesome song! Can't stop listening to it for a year. And still like it more & more. Can't wait to hear the new album from the guys
Scott Rose
Impressive video first of all. Secondly, I am also very impressed with the lead singer 's range...definitely need to keep an eye on these guys.
Brad Foster
Wow! I heard snippets of the song, and I've seen the other videos, but this really caught me off guard. This is fantastic, artistic video. I didn't think I could possibly be more excited for the new CD, but I was wrong. I may have to drive up to Canada just to get the hard copy of the CD when it comes out (and after driving to see you guys in person, you know I'd do it, haha)
Lisa Parisien
I love you Tupelo Honey you guys are so amazing....ever since i saw you when you toured with Hinder you've been one of my fav bands ever! <3
Sonia Blanchard
I love this song so much!!You guys are awesome!!
Ian Christensen
you guys are so wicked, my favorite band EVER! can't wait till april 8!
vetran65
Saw these guys live last night at the "Sportex" in Edmonton. They played an awesome show! This song sounded great live, can't wait for the April 8th new album release.
Poet-X
Greatest song i've heard in a long time! Awsome band! *going to buy all there EPs on iTunes*