Low Roar's "Bones" is a haunting exploration of the complexities of relationships and identity. The song's lyrics, delivered by lead vocalists Ryan Karazija and Jófríõur Ákadóttir, explore themes of familiarity, discomfort, love, and distance.
The opening lines, "First of March, it's clear to me / It's something that's uncomforting," set a tone of ambiguity and unease. The specific date may be significant, but its meaning is left unclear. This sense of discomfort continues as Karazija sings, "Your body has a way with me / But I'm exactly where I wanna be." It's clear that there's something uncomfortable about being close to this person, but at the same time, it's where Karazija wants to be.
Ákadóttir takes over for the second verse, delivering lines that echo the sentiments of the first. She sings, "I know your voice, I know your face / This is something I cannot replace," before launching into a series of declarations that are at once hopeful and uncertain. Ákadóttir declares, "Give me hope and give me doubt / Well I loved you then but I don't love you now / Now is there anything that I can do / If there was would we be singing," creating a sense of ambiguity about the nature of this relationship.
The chorus, "We're a long way from home," is both literal and figurative. It could be interpreted as a physical distance between two people, but it also speaks to a more existential concept of being lost or disconnected from one's true self. The repetition of this line emphasizes the idea that these feelings are persistent and unresolved.
The bridge of the song is particularly powerful, with Karazija and Ákadóttir delivering lines in harmony. They sing, "No listen now, don't walk away / I've got nothing more to say," before launching into a series of questions that highlight the complexity of their relationship. The repeated refrain, "Can you see it in my dying face? / You're acting like I care," is both desperate and accusatory.
The song concludes with a simple yet poignant refrain: "We're a long way from home." The repetition of this phrase underscores the sense that these feelings are persistent and unresolved, leaving the listener with a lingering sense of ambiguity and uncertainty.
Overall, "Bones" by Low Roar is a haunting and evocative exploration of relationships and identity. Its lyrics explore themes of familiarity, discomfort, love, and distance in a way that's both introspective and universal. The song's emotional depth makes it a powerful anthem for anyone who has struggled with these feelings, making it more than just a personal testament but a universal story of seeking connection and understanding in a world where we often feel lost and disconnected from ourselves.
The opening lines, "First of March, it's clear to me / It's something that's uncomforting," set a tone of ambiguity and unease. The specific date may be significant, but its meaning is left unclear. This sense of discomfort continues as Karazija sings, "Your body has a way with me / But I'm exactly where I wanna be." It's clear that there's something uncomfortable about being close to this person, but at the same time, it's where Karazija wants to be.
Ákadóttir takes over for the second verse, delivering lines that echo the sentiments of the first. She sings, "I know your voice, I know your face / This is something I cannot replace," before launching into a series of declarations that are at once hopeful and uncertain. Ákadóttir declares, "Give me hope and give me doubt / Well I loved you then but I don't love you now / Now is there anything that I can do / If there was would we be singing," creating a sense of ambiguity about the nature of this relationship.
The chorus, "We're a long way from home," is both literal and figurative. It could be interpreted as a physical distance between two people, but it also speaks to a more existential concept of being lost or disconnected from one's true self. The repetition of this line emphasizes the idea that these feelings are persistent and unresolved.
The bridge of the song is particularly powerful, with Karazija and Ákadóttir delivering lines in harmony. They sing, "No listen now, don't walk away / I've got nothing more to say," before launching into a series of questions that highlight the complexity of their relationship. The repeated refrain, "Can you see it in my dying face? / You're acting like I care," is both desperate and accusatory.
The song concludes with a simple yet poignant refrain: "We're a long way from home." The repetition of this phrase underscores the sense that these feelings are persistent and unresolved, leaving the listener with a lingering sense of ambiguity and uncertainty.
Overall, "Bones" by Low Roar is a haunting and evocative exploration of relationships and identity. Its lyrics explore themes of familiarity, discomfort, love, and distance in a way that's both introspective and universal. The song's emotional depth makes it a powerful anthem for anyone who has struggled with these feelings, making it more than just a personal testament but a universal story of seeking connection and understanding in a world where we often feel lost and disconnected from ourselves.
