Birch Tree
Birch Tree

Foals - Birch Tree Lyrics

This piece is a poignant reflection on the passage of time and the evolution of personal identity. The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia for a past life, symbolized by the city the speaker left behind. The repeated invitation to meet by the river serves as a… Read more

Aug 21, 2015
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Birch Tree Lyrics

The city I was born in I left a long time ago
And we lost touch, grew apart, my friend
My heart's an old pole dancer, troubled romancer, you know
It's a subway chancer, a question with no answer

Come meet me by the river, see how time it flows
I'll meet you by the river, see how time it flows

And when we age shed our skin and grow
We shed our layers, spread our wings and go
My heart's an old black panther, corrupted financer, you know
It's a troubled romancer, a question with no answer

Come meet me by the river, see how time it flows
I'll meet you by the river, see how time it flows
Come meet me by the river, see how time it flows
I'll meet you by the river, see how time it flows

Oh
Oh
Oh
Oh
Oh, now the river runs away but I chase it (yeah)
Time holds no fear when I turn round to face it (yeah)
Oh, now the river runs away but I chase it (yeah)
Time holds no fear when I turn round to face it (yeah)
Come meet me by the river, see how time it flows
I'll meet you by the river, see how time it flows
Oh now the river runs away but I chase it
Time holds no fear when I turn round to face it
Oh now the river runs away but I chase it
Time holds no fear when I turn round to face it

Writer(s): JACK BEVAN, WALTER GERVERS, YANNIS PHILIPPAKIS, JAMES SMITH
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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What is the Meaning of Birch Tree?

This piece is a poignant reflection on the passage of time and the evolution of personal identity. The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia for a past life, symbolized by the city the speaker left behind. The repeated invitation to meet by the river serves as a metaphor for confronting change and moving forward with life's flow. The imagery of shedding skin suggests personal growth and transformation, while references to the heart as an 'old pole dancer' or 'old black panther' depict it as experienced yet resilient. Despite acknowledging fear in chasing after time, there is also acceptance and courage in facing it head-on. This song ultimately conveys a message about embracing change, accepting one's past, and having the courage to face an uncertain future.

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