Synthpunk from Portland, Oregon
"Rather tha… Read Full Bio ↴[pronounced: sĭbʹ-lĭng]
Synthpunk from Portland, Oregon
"Rather than rehashing ideas already explored, Xibling assembles their music from the core components that made eclectic synth music exciting during the 80s, while diving headlong into the 21st-century avant-garde."
Hold Me Down
Xibling Lyrics
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how did i become here
i said, do you know me,
did you hold me down dear?
i hear they're lost then found
the temperature of sound
i here there underground
if here was anywhere,
he would know where we are
truth is i didn't dare,
his handout lead me there
did you hold me down,
did you hold me, hold me
hold me down.
In the first verse, the singer is expressing their confusion and introspection about their current situation. They ask someone, possibly a loved one or a significant other, how they ended up where they are. The lyrics suggest a sense of disorientation and questioning of their identity and the role this person played in their life. The question "did you hold me down dear?" implies a sense of dependence or reliance on this person for stability or support.
The second verse introduces a metaphorical exploration of sound and its impact on our perception of reality. The line "I hear they're lost then found" signifies a search for direction or meaning in life, while the "temperature of sound" may refer to the varying intensity or emotional states evoked by different sounds. The mention of being underground and the reservoir of clouds suggests a deeper, hidden aspect of existence or consciousness. This could symbolize the complexity and depth of the human experience, suggesting that there is more beneath the surface that we can explore.
The third verse delves into the concept of location and the idea that if "here" had a defined place, it would know where they are. This line could be interpreted as a metaphor for the singer's fear of being lost or uncertain in life, longing for a sense of direction or purpose. The lyrics then reveal that the singer did not have the courage to take charge and instead relied on someone else's guidance – someone who led them to their current state.
The repeated chorus, "did you hold me down, did you hold me, hold me, hold me down," emphasizes the theme of dependence and seeks confirmation from the person they are addressing. The repetition suggests a need for reassurance and validation, as if the singer seeks to understand if this person's influence or actions had a significant impact on their life. The lyrics convey a longing for stability, support, and protection while also reflecting a sense of vulnerability and uncertainty about whether those needs were met.
Line by Line Meaning
and i asked her slowly,
In a cautious and deliberate manner, I inquired of her
how did i become here
What actions or events have led me to be in this present situation
i said, do you know me,
I expressed the question of whether she has any familiarity with who I am
did you hold me down dear?
My inquiry pertains to whether she has restrained or hindered my progress, my dear
i hear they're lost then found
It has come to my attention that individuals can often experience a state of being misplaced, only to eventually find their way
the temperature of sound
Referring to the sonic sensations, the intensity or expression of which can be compared to temperature
i here there underground
It has been brought to my attention that certain matters or entities exist in a hidden or concealed place
the reservoir of clouds
Alluding to a vast collection or source of clouds, symbolizing the vastness and abundance of thoughts or emotions
if here was anywhere,
Considering the possibility that if a specific location existed for this undefined notion of 'here'
he would know where we are
One would possess the knowledge of our current whereabouts, if such a location could be determined
truth is i didn't dare,
To be honest, I lacked the courage or boldness to undertake a certain action
his handout lead me there
My presence in this place was guided or directed by the assistance or support of this individual
did you hold me down,
Was there a force exerted upon me that suppressed or limited my potential
did you hold me, hold me
Did you provide comfort or support to me, both physically and emotionally
hold me down.
Maintain a grasp on me, preventing me from rising or advancing
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Julian Thieme, Moriah West
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