"Trees" is a song by Tyler Joseph, the lead vocalist of the band Twenty One Pilots. The song was released in 2011 as part of the album "Regional at Best" and was later re-released in 2013 as part of their self-titled album. The lyrics of "Trees" depict a sense of isolation and a desire for connection. The song begins by acknowledging someone's presence in the trees and the narrator's own silent presence within them. The repeated phrase "Why won't you speak?" expresses the yearning for communication with this person. The narrative suggests that the trees serve as a metaphorical representation of the barriers and fears preventing the narrator from reaching out to the individual in question. The person's silence is seen as a cowardly act, adding to the frustration and longing felt by the narrator. The lines "I can feel your breath, I can feel my death" convey a sense of urgency and mortality. The narrator wants to break free from their isolation, discover more about the person in the trees, and establish a connection. The repeated phrase "Hello" represents the narrator's longing to initiate a conversation and establish a relationship. Overall, "Trees" explores the themes of isolation, longing for connection, and the fear of vulnerability. It portrays the struggle to break free from one's own fears and anxieties in order to reach out to others and find a sense of connection and understanding.
