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The National – I Should Live in Salt Lyrics 12 years ago
I think you are spot on.
It has been said in numerous interviews that the song is about Matt's brother Tom and their sometimes dramatic relationship. That relationship should also be one of the main focuses in the Mistaken For Strangers documentary that Tom directed.

Matt, the popular older brother with everything going right for him obviously has regrets about leaving his little brother behind (figuratively).

Great song indeed!

More here:
http://www.thelineofbestfit.com/features/interviews/the-national-scott-devendorf-125130


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