The song "Flesh and Blood" by Half Moon Run is about the search for a place to belong and the difficulty of opening up emotionally. The narrator is not looking for answers, but a place to go when they put on their boots. They are tired and weary of the view from the mountain and want to find somewhere new to explore. The narrator wishes they knew what it takes to learn to love and be honest with themselves and others. They acknowledge that they are not quite alone but should be, and keep their emotions hidden behind ambiguity. They draw lines in the sand, preferring to keep things at arm's length rather than risk getting too close. The song also touches on the difficulty of navigating relationships and the fear of crossing the line from friends to something more. The narrator suggests that it's often easier to keep things at a distance than risk the possibility of an ending. Overall, "Flesh and Blood" is a meditation on the struggle for connection and the fear of vulnerability. The narrator is searching for a place to belong and someone to love, but is hesitant to take the risk.
