“Stitch In Time” by Bear’s Den
UK based indie band Bear’s Den comes to us with the insightful and inspiring sonic creation that is “Stitch in Time”. With this refreshingly honest and raw blend of melodies and lyrics they explore a fantasy that we all wish we could live through. The speak of being able to go back into the past and making sure that certain moments do not become part of the fabric of someone important to you, to prevent any trauma/fear/resentment/etc. to stay with them forever.
It’s a track that feels hopeful and like a beautiful dose of wishful thinking but it’s probably something that all parents would love to be able to do, to make sure their kids are only filled with the happiness of being children. Unfortunately thought, this is not possible but understanding why we would love it to be makes the soundscape so much more amazing. So listen closely and fall prey to sweet touch of magic found within this stunning must-listen gem. Enjoy!
“Stitch in Time” is a song exploring ideas around trauma. Specifically the idea of reaching back through time to be with someone in a difficult moment and just being with them and letting them know that it’s not ok. Reaching someone before that moment becomes woven tightly into the fabric of their character.
A theme of the newer songs is fears around parenthood. Recognising that I don’t want my kid to inherit some of the difficult things I went through or develop any of my unhealthy ways of dealing with stuff.
“A stitch in time saves nine” is an old saying that essentially means if you can sort something out in the right moment – it might save you a lot more work down the line”. That’s kinda the essence of the song.”
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