Malibu
by Hole
What is “Malibu” really about?
If you’ve ever wondered what “Malibu” by Hole is really about, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down.
In 'Malibu' by Hole, the lyrics evoke a journey of escape and healing, where the protagonist seeks solace and transformation in the serene setting of Malibu.
So… what’s this song really about?
Hole's 'Malibu' resonates deeply with themes of recovery, escape, and the search for a spiritual rebirth. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of fleeing to a picturesque environment, Malibu, as a place of refuge and personal healing. Central to the song is the motif of water, symbolizing purification and renewal. The mention of angels and the celestial imagery suggests a hopeful quest for peace, juxtaposed with the emotional turmoil hinted at in the darker lines of the song. It operates on both a literal and metaphorical level, with the protagonist not only moving physically to escape pain but also journeying emotionally towards a newfound inner peace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What album is 'Malibu' by Hole from?
Malibu' is from Hole's 1998 album 'Celebrity Skin'.
Q: What inspired the song 'Malibu'?
Courtney Love has mentioned that 'Malibu' was inspired in part by her late husband Kurt Cobain, and their experiences in the city of Malibu.
Lyrics to “Malibu”
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[Chorus]
Hey, hey
We're all watching you
Oh, baby, fly away
To Malibu
[Post-Chorus]
Cry to the angels
And let them swallow you
Go and part the sea, yeah
In Malibu
[Bridge]
And the sun goes down
I watch you slip away
And the sun goes down
I walk into the waves
And the sun goes down
I watch you slip away
And I would
[Interlude]
And I knew love would tear you apart
Oh, and I knew the darkest secret of your heart
[Chorus]
Hey, hey
I'm gonna follow you
Oh baby, fly away, yeah
To Malibu
[Post-Chorus]
Oceans of angels
Oceans of stars
Down by the sea
Is where you drown your scars
[Outro: Courtney Love, Unknown]
I can't be near you
The light just radiates
I can't be near you
The light just radiates
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