| Thrice – See You in the Shallows Lyrics | 21 years ago |
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To whomever is speaking of suicide, that's not what it's about, and IOS definately has a darker element to it with a lot of death references, but nothing directly relating to suicide. (Yes, the beauty of Dustins lyrics is that they are so so open to interpretation) but here he is using suicide as a wonderful metaphor. The metaphors and imagery in this song are absolutely immense and lyrically it is my favourite song ever, because I interpret it in a way to which I profoundly relate. (I also discussed this with Dustin and Riley) To me, the suicide metaphors are a reference to conformity. 'Following the crowd', too scared to voice your own opinion and do your own thing, too scared to take your own path..etc etc you get the picture. |
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| Thrice – The Melting Point of Wax Lyrics | 21 years ago |
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Dustin has infused the myth of Icarus (from the flight of Icarus) and used it as a metaphor to emphasize the focus of the song (TAKING RISKS). It's mainly aimed towards the criticism they recieved/their decision to sign with Island. It's about striving to the most ultimate and extreme limits to reach your goal, regardless of the consequnces and showing no fear in doing so < There's no promise of safety with these secondhand wings But im willing to find out what impossible means. I'll climb through the heavens on feathers and Dreams. But The melting point of wax means nothing to me> They know there's risks involved and the possible consequences, but they can achieve it by overcoming all the criticism and doubt surrounding them because no matter what it results in, no matter what it takes, it'll be nothing without giving it their damned best shot. < How will I know limits from lies if I never try? > Where's the sense in failing knowing that you havent tried and tested your limits to the max? Better failing having tried, than having done nothing at all. I can't really explain it well, but If you grasp the basic concept then it's not at all difficult to analyze. |
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| The Ataris – Summer '79 Lyrics | 23 years ago |
| This song is about Summer 1979 *DUH* - a time when Kris would have LIKED to have grown up as a teenager. | |
| The Ataris – The Hero Dies In This One Lyrics | 23 years ago |
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Brilliant. Kris is reflecting on how he didn't get to spend much time with his dad after his parents split up. |
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