Old Pine
BenHoward Lyrics
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I've come to know that memories
Were the best things you ever had
The summer shone beat down on bony backs
So far from home where the ocean stood
Down dust and pine cone tracks
We slept like dogs down by the fire side
The boom of summer time
We stood
Steady as the stars in the woods
So happy-hearted
And the warmth rang true inside these bones
As the old pine fell we sang
Just to bless the morning
Hot sand on toes, cold sand in sleeping bags
I've come to know the friends around you
Are all you'll always have
Smoke in my lungs, or the echoed stone
Careless and young, free as the birds that fly
With weightless souls now
We stood
Steady as the stars in the woods
So happy-hearted
And the warmth rang true inside these bones
We stood
Steady as the stars in the woods
So happy-hearted
And the warmth rang true inside these bones
As the old pine fell we sang
Just to bless the morning
We grow, grow, steady as the morning
We grow, grow, older still
We grow, grow, happy as a new dawn
We grow, grow, older still
We grow, grow, steady as the flowers
We grow, grow, older still
We grow, grow, happy as a new dawn
We grow, grow, older still
In "Old Pine," Ben Howard sings about the joys of youth, friendship, and nature. The first verse describes the idyllic setting of the beach and the memories that were created there. The second verse talks about a camping trip, waking up to fog and the sounds of nature surrounding them. The chorus highlights the happiness of being surrounded by friends and the warmth of the moment. The third verse talks about the careless nature of youth and how, even as we grow older, we can still feel happy and steady with the passage of time. The song ends with a hopeful message of growing older but continuing to find happiness.
Overall, "Old Pine" is a nostalgic and uplifting song about enjoying life's moments and friendships while surrounded by the beauty of nature. It speaks to the universal human experience of growing older and the importance of cherishing memories and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Hot sand on toes, cold sand in sleeping bags
The contrasting sensations of hot sand on toes and cold sand in sleeping bags are representative of the ups and downs, the highs and lows, of life's experiences.
I've come to know that memories were the best things you ever had
Memories of moments, experiences, and people are more valuable than physical possessions.
The summer shone beat down on bony backs, so far from home where the ocean stood, down dust and pine cone tracks
Being away from home, in a natural environment, makes you more aware of your surroundings and your place in the world.
We slept like dogs down by the fire side, awoke to the fog all around us, the boom of summer time
The simplicity and freedom of camping brings a heightened sense of awareness and appreciation for nature and the changing seasons.
We stood steady as the stars in the woods, so happy-hearted, and the warmth rang true inside these bones, as the old pine fell we sang just to bless the morning
Being surrounded by nature and friends creates a sense of contentment and joy in life. Witnessing the natural cycle of the old pine falling and new growth emerging inspires gratitude and celebration for life's simple beauties.
Smoke in my lungs, or the echoed stone, careless and young, free as the birds that fly, with weightless souls now
The freedom of youth and the wild abandon of being young is fleeting, but the memories and experiences created during this time cannot be forgotten and stay with you forever.
We grow, grow, steady as the morning, we grow, grow, older still, we grow, grow, happy as a new dawn, we grow, grow, older still, we grow, grow, steady as the flowers, we grow, grow, older still, we grow, grow, happy as a new dawn, we grow, grow, older still
Life is a continual journey of growth and change, marked by both aging and new beginnings. Embrace the changes, find joy in each moment, and keep growing.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BENJAMIN JOHN HOWARD
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@natahliasmith9533
I lost my dad 7 years ago. My mum held onto his ashes and asked that once she is gone that we take them both to their favorite place. It was a beautoful river where they would often go with us kids when we were little.
My mother passed away just a few days ago and we decided to grow a tree from our parents ashes. Once we can see the tree is growning strong we will plant it by the Riverside.
This is the perfect song for the occasion.
It brings memories of the great times we had.
It makes us appreciate our friends and loved ones.
And the will grow as steady as the flowers as we grow older still.
This is exactly what my parents wanted. My mums words ring so true now.
Don't cry because we left.
Smile and rejoice because we lived!
@B_T.Bangkok
Anyone listening this song in 2024
@My_thoughts_on_everything17
Fave đâ€
@colbysmith6445
Listening March 21st 2024 canât wait to see him in Boston in July
@anilbyanju7919
till the end of time bro..
I'm 31 rn, i can see myself listening to ben when I'll be sitting alone in an evening sunset during my final days..â€
@bazza259
@@anilbyanju7919so real bro, i be walking through nature with this banger and just appreciating it
@leeweir1969
Yeah Iâm literally listening right now đâ€
@robynadams8516
Still listening in almost 2024⊠5 minutes and 30 seconds of peace and play amidst all the dark bullshit.
@prinzessinaufderknallerbse
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@webbdingle
Such a beautiful song.
@manners-84
@robynadams8516 Amen to that