Vernon suggests the "secret" mentioned in the chorus is the profound, intangible answer to why human connection feels larger than oneself .
Unlike the abstract style of For Emma, Forever Ago , "Blood Bank" is noted for its vivid, concrete imagery , such as "rubbing both my hands/ chewing on a candy bar" while stuck in a car during a snowstorm. Common Interpretations Bon Iver - Blood Bank - Official Video
Watch the official visualizer and live performances that capture the song's atmospheric mood: Bon Iver - Blood Bank - Official Video YouTube · Bon Iver Vernon suggests the "secret" mentioned in the chorus