Houses
Vetiver Lyrics
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You could never make in mine
Even if we were both wealthy and
High born in another time
Just like a circle 'round the sun
Just like a circle 'round the sun
Where my song has just begun
I could never make in your jail
You could never make in mine
Even if we were both wealthy and
High born in another time
Just like a circle in the sun
I've got my ticket in my hand
And I'm bound for the promise land
Just like a circle 'round the sun
I could lie down in your ditch
You would never want to in mine
Even if we were both wealthy and
High born in another time
Just like a circle 'round the sun
Just like a circle 'round the sun
Where my song has just begun
Just like a circle 'round the sun
I could never make in your house
You could never make it in mine
Even if we were both wealthy and
High born in another time
Just like a circle 'round the sun
Just like a circle 'round the sun
Where my song has just begun
Just like a circle 'round the sun
The song "Houses" by Vetiver is a reflection on the differences that divide people, even if they are born wealthy and highly ranked in society. The lyrics suggest that despite finding oneself with a person of the same social standing, it still does not guarantee amity or compatibility. The singer insists that there are aspects of life, spaces, and experiences where they could never coincide with the person. The first stanza talks about how they could never live in each other's houses, despite being high-born in another time. This could imply that even with a shared background, distinct preferences, or behaviors could still influence the kind of space one might find comfortable or unbearable.
In the second verse, the lyrics talk about how the singer and the person could never bear to be locked up in each other's jails or prisons. This part of the song showcases how each person has a different way of handling moral and ethical values, which could cause conflicts between individuals from different cultures or social backgrounds. The last stanza reiterates that despite any possible wealth or status, they could never want to dwell in the other's surroundings, and the separation between themselves is inescapable.
Overall, the lyrics suggest that sometimes differences between people are irreconcilable despite similarities in social standing or upbringing. The core message of "Houses" by Vetiver could be to acknowledge the divide created by differing values and priorities, and that despite any shared characteristics or traits, people may not always see eye to eye.
Line by Line Meaning
I could never make in your house
I could never fit in with your lifestyle.
You could never make in mine
You would never be comfortable in my home.
Even if we were both wealthy and High born in another time
Our social status and financial position would still cause us to clash.
Just like a circle 'round the sun
Our differences and incompatibilities are a natural cycle that repeats itself.
Where my song has just begun
I am just starting my journey, separate from yours.
I could never make in your jail
I could never survive under your oppressive control.
Just like a circle in the sun I've got my ticket in my hand And I'm bound for the promise land
I am moving forward towards a brighter future, free from your confinement.
I could lie down in your ditch
I could never stoop to your level of negativity.
You would never want to in mine
You would never feel comfortable in my more positive environment.
Just like a circle 'round the sun
Our differences and incompatibilities are a natural cycle that repeats itself.
Where my song has just begun
I am just starting my journey, separate from yours.
I could never make in your house
I could never fit in with your lifestyle.
You could never make it in mine
You would never be comfortable in my home.
Just like a circle 'round the sun
Our differences and incompatibilities are a natural cycle that repeats itself.
Where my song has just begun
I am just starting my journey, separate from yours.
Contributed by Madelyn C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.