In regards to the meaning of this song:
Before a live performance on the EP Five Stories Falling, Geoff states “It’s about the last time I went to visit my grandmother in Columbus, and I saw that she was dying and it was the last time I was going to see her. It is about realizing how young you are, but how quickly you can go.”
That’s the thing about Geoff and his sublime poetry, you think it’s about one thing, but really it’s about something entirely different. But the lyrics are still universal and omnipresent, ubiquitous, even. So relatable. That’s one thing I love about this band. I also love their live performances, raw energy and Geoff’s beautiful, imperfectly perfect vocals. His voice soothes my aching soul.
And when winter comes around
You'll need your winter shoes.
But if winter's still about
To get too cold for you,
You'll need someone to keep you warm
Someone to help you through the storm
Someone who's good
Doing no harm
And he'll say
I care for you, I'm there
I'm there for you, I care
And when the time is right
You'll wear your wedding shoes.
And if this life still seems to be
Not quite enough for you,
You'll find someone to help you out
Someone to miss and dream about
That being in love
Is doing no harm
And he'll say
I care for you, I'm there
I'm there for you, I care
You'll need your winter shoes.
But if winter's still about
To get too cold for you,
You'll need someone to keep you warm
Someone to help you through the storm
Someone who's good
Doing no harm
And he'll say
I care for you, I'm there
I'm there for you, I care
And when the time is right
You'll wear your wedding shoes.
And if this life still seems to be
Not quite enough for you,
You'll find someone to help you out
Someone to miss and dream about
That being in love
Is doing no harm
And he'll say
I care for you, I'm there
I'm there for you, I care
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