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Lyrics
I had what I thought were clear Open eyes, bright blue Vision of, of a lake Carryin' pictures to lay on you Close the blinds, let 'em in Don't mind openin', it's the edge of love You can't un-think a thought Either it's there or not Shadows of the mountain Don't tell them what's under The breadth and the height Of an undiscovered first Now hopeful mountaineers climb up To eclipse like the whole sun 'Cause it's been said that two would know What to do, it'd been told Shadows of the mountain Don't tell them what's under The breadth and the height Of an undiscovered first Shadows of the mountain Don't tell them what's in store The height and the breadth Is it wrong to want more? Is this the right mountain For us to climb? Is this the way to live For you to be mine? Is this the right river For us to ford? Is this the way you live For me to be yours? Is this the way to live For me to be yours? Is this the way to live? Is it wrong to want more?
Song Meaning
"Undiscovered First" dives deep into the complexities and uncertainties of love and life. The lyrics offer poetic metaphors for navigating relationships, contrasting the known with the unknown. When Feist sings, "I had what I thought were clear / Open eyes, bright blue / Vision of, of a lake / Carryin' pictures to lay on you," she touches on the idea that what we initially perceive isn't always what turns out to be real or true. Our first impressions, even if vivid and intense, can deceive us. The song employs the metaphor of a mountain, suggesting the challenges and mysteries that come with emotional and relational depths. "Shadows of the mountain / Don't tell them what's under," Feist sings, possibly alluding to the hidden layers in relationships that are yet to be discovered or understood. She raises the questions, "Is this the right mountain / For us to climb?" and "Is this the right river / For us to ford?", illustrating the existential dilemmas that often accompany deep emotional commitments. "Is it wrong to want more?" she asks, encapsulating the constant yearning for something deeper, something more significant. The song balances this longing with the awareness that wanting more might mean delving into an uncertain, even dangerous, emotional terrain. The haunting chorus and thoughtful instrumentation mirror the lyrics, making "Undiscovered First" a compelling study of the uncertainties and challenges inherent in personal relationships and life's journeys.
About
"Undiscovered First" is a song from Feist's 2011 album "Metals." Known for her folk-rock sensibilities and emotional vulnerability, Feist brings forth an exploration of the unknown in relationships with this song. The track is richly orchestrated, combining acoustic elements with more evocative, cinematic sounds. Its musical landscape complements the lyrics that venture into the uncertainty and complexities of love and human connection. The song captures the essence of Feist's "Metals" album, which is largely focused on themes of emotional depth and the intricate facets of human experience.
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Song Info
Release Year
2011
Genres
Folk
Indie
Pop
Rock
Moods
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Vocals
Female