– «Vi spiller mange instrumenter, og har nok vært glad i å bruke disse veldig mye. Denne gangen ønsket vi å gjøre produksjonen strammere, og lagde et dogme: Alt som spilles på en sang, må tåle å være skikkelig høyt i miksen. Hvis ikke må det bort! Målet var et mer minimalistisk, samtidig sterkere, uttrykk, med unisone temaer som kan synges med på –også når musikken er instrumental», forteller vokalist Kjetil Holmstad-Solberg.Første singel «Higher Ground» kommer 5. August. Å kalle denne eller resten av det kommende albumet for minimalistisk, vil være å ta i. Fremdeles har musikken mange lag, men hvert av disse har fått bedre plass. Fortsatt er det mange ulike, til dels ganske sprikende, inspirasjonskilder å spore. Men et modent studioband trekker på sin femte langspiller konsekvent i samme retning. Storslagent i det ene øyeblikket – melankolsk, nært og sårt i det neste. Albumet som kommer i februar har fått tittelen «In Town to Get You». Det er en god beskrivelse på hvordan tilværelsen for fem ulastelig antrukne nordlendinger har artet seg de siste årene: På en nærmest uendelig reise fra by til by, for å vinne stadig nytt publikum. Når Violet Road kommer til din by gjelder det å passe seg. Ellers blir du fort tatt, du også!
Higher Ground
Violet Road Lyrics
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Do you feel as if these days are gone?
We could be the sun walking into the night
We could be a part of this and feel alright
Do you bend or break when darkness hits you?
Do you rise or fall when it gets loud?
shouting into the air
We could fly fast but we are already there
Could we ever make it to the higher ground?
We walk this night, me and you
Let us through
Could we ever make it with the falling sun?
We have to try, you and I
Still alive
But freezing cold
Some say it's all for a reason
Some say it's enough to do our best
(It's enough, it's enough to do it)
We could be the shame you try to hide
We could take the blame or take a dive
Could we ever make it to the higher ground?
We walk this night, me and you
Let us through
Could we ever make it with the falling sun?
We have to try, you and I
Still alive
so if we ever make it to the higher ground
We'll push forward again
Until the unknown
//Solo//
So if we ever make it to the higher ground
We'll push forward again
(Could we ever make it to the.)
So if we ever make it to the higher ground
(we'll push forward again)
(Could we ever make it to the.)
The song "Higher Ground" by Violet Road touches upon feelings of struggle and the hope for a better tomorrow. The lyrics describe the difficulty of feeling like each day is running away and there is a sense of loss. However, the song offers hope by suggesting that we could be a part of something greater, walking towards the night with the purpose of feeling alright. The lyrics inquire whether we bend or break when darkness hits and whether we rise or fall when things get loud. The song is about the struggle, but it also promotes the idea that we could overcome life's challenges and make it to higher ground. The lyrics speak to the listener directly, asking whether they have the ability to make it through tough times and come out on top. The line, "could we ever make it to the higher ground?" is repeated multiple times throughout the song, emphasizing the importance and relevance of the concept. The song encourages the listener to push forward and strive for something better, even if it means walking through the night and facing uncertainty.
Overall, "Higher Ground" is a passionate call to push through difficult times and seek something better. The lyrics are relatable and speak to the human struggle. The song manages to celebrate the ability to overcome obstacles while also acknowledging the pain that is often a part of the process.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you feel as if these days are running?
Do you feel like time is moving too fast and you can't keep up?
Do you feel as if these days are gone?
Do you feel like you've missed out on opportunities and time has passed you by?
We could be the sun walking into the night
We have the potential to bring light into darkness and make a difference.
We could be a part of this and feel alright
We can find a sense of purpose and belonging by being involved in something meaningful.
Do you bend or break when darkness hits you?
Do you have the strength to persevere when faced with adversity?
Do you rise or fall when it gets loud?
Do you stay strong when faced with chaos and noise?
shouting into the air
Expressing our frustrations and desires without fear of judgement.
We could fly fast but we are already there
We have the potential to achieve great things, but we are already capable and equipped to handle challenges.
Waiting
Anticipating something good, but unsure when it will come.
Could we ever make it to the higher ground?
Is it possible for us to achieve our goals and reach a higher level of success?
We walk this night, me and you
We face challenges together and support each other through difficult times.
Let us through
Let us overcome obstacles and achieve our goals.
We have to try, you and I
We need to make the effort to achieve our goals together.
Still alive
Despite facing challenges, we are still strong and resilient.
But freezing cold
We may be faced with difficult and uncomfortable situations, but we will persevere.
Some say it's all for a reason
Some believe that everything happens for a purpose, even the difficult things we face.
Some say it's enough to do our best
Some believe that as long as we try our hardest, that is all that matters.
It's enough, it's enough to do it
Trying our best is all we need to do in order to achieve our goals.
We could be the shame you try to hide
We have the potential to reveal the secrets and shame that people try to keep hidden.
We could take the blame or take a dive
We have the potential to take responsibility for our actions and face the consequences.
We'll push forward again
Even if we face setbacks or failures, we will continue to move forward and try again.
Until the unknown
We do not know what the future holds, but we will continue to move forward and face it.
Writer(s): Herman Rundberg, Hogne Rundberg, Hakon Rundberg, Kjetil Solberg, Halvard Rundberg
Contributed by Ryan S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.