The Hush Sound's song "Echo" is about the complex dynamics between two individuals in a relationship. The lyricist uses metaphors of a lighthouse, a ship, and the ocean to convey their insecurities, reliance on each other, and their struggle to find direction. The singer describes the other person as the "lighthouse" and "seamark" - a guiding light and a landmark that keep them on track. The tempests and the tides symbolize the challenges and ups and downs they face together. The "black silver ocean" represents the mysterious and unpredictable nature of their relationship. The second verse highlights the singer's own unpredictability and how they are pulled away by the currents, relying on the other person's stability and solidity to find their way back. The navigator who never could lead suggests that despite their efforts, they often get lost together. The chorus reveals the singer's inflated ego, comparing themselves to an unsinkable ship. However, they acknowledge that they are also dependent on the other person's guidance and support. In the bridge, the singer contrasts their own fluidity with the other person's strong grip on memories. The water as amnesia symbolizes the singer's fleeting presence in the other person's mind, while their own thoughts and experiences are deeply connected to the other person. The repetition of the word "Echo" emphasizes the interconnectedness of their relationship, as if their voices and experiences echo and reverberate through each other. The lyrics also hint at a shared history and the importance of preserving their story, asking the other person to take notice and listen. Overall, "Echo" explores themes of dependence, insecurity, and the complexities of a deeply intertwined relationship.
