The song "Buoys" by Hundred Waters is about feeling trapped in a situation and questioning whether their efforts are in vain. The lyrics speak of warming a warbler in her cell, possibly alluding to someone who is confined or stuck in a difficult situation. The chorus encourages listeners to add their voice to the song, to join in and make something beautiful even in the face of adversity. The song also touches on themes of inequality and injustice, as the verses describe watching those in power drinking wine and stumbling while the ship (society) is sinking. The lyrics question whether it's worth fighting against this, whether their arrows should be put away and whether the struggle to tell an old story is worth it. Overall, "Buoys" is a reflective song about the struggle to find meaning and purpose in difficult times, and the power of coming together to make something beautiful in the face of adversity.
