Slow Down
Embrace Life's Rhythm: Nahko's Call to Slow Down
Lyrics
slow down, slow down, slooooooow down
Emphasizes the importance of slowing down, repeated for emphasis.
it's been a long time,
Reflecting on the passage of time and the need for a change.
comin' round and smoothing out the edges and slowing down
Describes a process of self-improvement, smoothing out rough aspects, and adopting a slower pace.
and listening
Encourages active listening and paying attention to important aspects of life.
what is important, what is your focus? don't you go and stumble now
Prompts a self-reflection on priorities, warning against stumbling or losing focus.
are you listening?
Asks if the listener is truly paying attention and absorbing the message.
horsetail, horsetail we can heal it all
Refers to horsetail, a plant known for its healing properties, suggesting the power of natural remedies.
with plant medicine
Advocates for the healing potential of plant medicine for body, mind, and spirit.
body, mind, and spirit crying
Expresses a need for healing on physical, mental, and spiritual levels.
slow down, slow down, slooooooow down
Reiterates the plea to slow down, emphasizing the importance of this action.
making a broth for a feverish head na i'm no stranger to
References making a broth for a feverish head, possibly symbolizing remedies for emotional struggles.
loneliness
Acknowledges the experience of loneliness, a common human emotion.
are you struggling?
Asks if the listener is facing challenges and struggling in their own life.
sweeter than lavender, years in the making drink it up, it's your nature
Compares the sweetness of life to lavender, emphasizing the beauty in difficult experiences.
but i'm struggling
Admits personal struggles despite the positive aspects of life.
coping with all of it, to hell with enlightenment clearly, i am no good at this
Addresses the difficulty of coping with life's challenges and dismisses the pursuit of enlightenment.
who's even listening?
Raises the question of whether anyone is truly paying attention to the struggles expressed.
take it all on, like you know what you're doing try not to lose yourself out there
Encourages facing challenges with confidence but warns against losing one's true self in the process.
are you listening?
Reiterates the importance of active listening and understanding the message.
horsetail, horsetail we can heal it all
Repeats the reference to horsetail, emphasizing its healing potential.
with plant medicine
Reiterates the belief in the healing power of plant medicine for holistic well-being.
body, mind, and spirit crying
Repeats the need for healing on physical, mental, and spiritual levels.
slow down, slow down, slooooooow down
Concludes by restating the essential message to slow down for overall well-being.
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