Rare Hearts

The Growlers' song 'Rare Hearts' is a poetic exploration of a deep, almost mystical love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a romantic connection that transcends the ordinary, symbolized by the recurring imagery of 'obsidian eyes.' These eyes, dark and captivating, seem to hold the narrator's entire world, blocking out everything else and creating a sense of all-encompassing love. This metaphor suggests a love so intense that it becomes the center of the narrator's universe, eclipsing all other sights and experiences.

The song juxtaposes different elements of nature and urban life, such as 'the stars to the lonely city' and 'the ocean to the country,' to highlight the uniqueness of the love the narrator feels. This love is described as something unparalleled, more beautiful than any natural or urban landscape. The girl who gives all her love is portrayed as a grounding force, stopping the narrator's world from spinning, which implies that her presence brings stability and peace to his life.

The recurring question, 'Is it too much to dream that we can forever be rare hearts that never disagree?' reflects a longing for an idealized, conflict-free relationship. This dream of perfect harmony is tempered by the acknowledgment that it might just be a dream, as the narrator contemplates the possibility of floating 'down the river of fools.' Despite this, there is a hopeful desire for their 'rare hearts' to float together and disappear into the night, suggesting a wish for eternal unity, even if it means being lost in the enigmatic allure of 'obsidian eyes.' The song captures the essence of a love that is both grounding and otherworldly, filled with dreams of perfect harmony and the fear of it being just an illusion.