The song Greycedes by Jessica Pratt is about struggling to understand and connect with others. The opening lyrics describe the difficulty of reading and comprehending words, suggesting a larger theme of struggling to communicate and relate to others. The chorus of "turn the pages of a book cause I can't even look" further emphasizes this theme of being overwhelmed and unable to fully engage with the world around us. The second verse mentions a "lonely boy" coming home from war, evoking feelings of isolation and disconnection. The line "everybody tells me he's a kind guy, you don't know why he does" suggests a sense of confusion and inability to truly understand others' motivations and actions. The title "Greycedes" may also allude to this theme of ambiguity and uncertainty, as "grey" typically suggests a lack of black-and-white clarity or definitive answers. Overall, the song explores the challenges of connecting with others and understanding the world around us, while acknowledging the possibility of love and connection despite these difficulties.
