Ground

Wallows' song 'Ground' delves into themes of nostalgia, the passage of time, and the bittersweet nature of growing up. The lyrics paint a picture of youthful rebellion and the longing for simpler times. The opening lines, 'Inverted narcissist / Check something off my list,' suggest a self-reflective tone, where the narrator is caught between self-criticism and the desire to accomplish something meaningful. The mention of being 'stuck at home' and 'throw out your telephone' hints at a sense of confinement and a yearning to disconnect from the digital world.

The chorus, 'Speak out in a different language / Don't mind, I can't take my eyes off it,' captures the feeling of being entranced by the past and the moments that have slipped away. The reference to 'Boys Don't Cry' and 'Run with the wolves at night' evokes a sense of rebellion and the desire to break free from societal norms. The imagery of 'crash it and speed away' and 'scream at the games we've played' highlights the reckless abandon of youth and the intense emotions that come with it.

As the song progresses, the lyrics 'Losing the feeling now / Laugh when I hit the ground' and 'Hands touching in the dark / Symmetry isn't art' reflect a sense of disillusionment and the realization that growing up isn't as glamorous as it once seemed. The repeated lines 'We were wanting to grow up every weekend / Now we're watching the moments as they're leaving' emphasize the fleeting nature of time and the inevitability of change. The song concludes with a poignant reminder to cherish the memories and the 'games we've played,' even as we move forward in life.