In regards to the meaning of this song:
Before a live performance on the EP Five Stories Falling, Geoff states “It’s about the last time I went to visit my grandmother in Columbus, and I saw that she was dying and it was the last time I was going to see her. It is about realizing how young you are, but how quickly you can go.”
That’s the thing about Geoff and his sublime poetry, you think it’s about one thing, but really it’s about something entirely different. But the lyrics are still universal and omnipresent, ubiquitous, even. So relatable. That’s one thing I love about this band. I also love their live performances, raw energy and Geoff’s beautiful, imperfectly perfect vocals. His voice soothes my aching soul.
Deep breath, I request a requiem for apathy
Momentarily lost hope, but now it’s back in me
Temporarily felt defeated by the game
Then the light came just after the nightingale sang
Thank whoever you wish for the gift received
I let it be the definition of me, the emcee
Share thoughts with the downtrodden – intent:
To tap into the wealth of knowledge my people gain upon the avenue
I keep that close to my heart, though it seems like we’re
Oceans apart, the feedback is my motive to start
The reconstruction of the original ark – you’re safe
Just let the waves carry you out the dark
Brighter days await, the nemesis has sealed his fate
Only the true will pass through this gate
And you are one of those chosen – proof is in the fact
You’re right here – soul wide open to rap
CHORUS:
Take a deep breath, release stress, please rest
Be blessed by the beat and the essence of these texts
Peace kept with what the deity left: respect
And let the breeze lead me in these steps, yo we set to reach the
Peak lest we meet death, terrestrial – at the
Sweet behest of the celestial decree – yes
Repeat “yes” we defeat weakness
Deep breath, feel the steez in effect, and let the breeze refresh…
Deep breath, I request a requiem for ignorance
Ever since the Chop got blessed, we less venomous
Call for the consensus here, with the rhythm we nod
Revitalized – spirit in ‘em recharched
I cite love as the impetus for change in the language the frame speaks
This is not ‘self-embraced’ – we
Interlaced through break beats, the sum of our parts
Is great, just like the summer you discovered the art
My heart beats quantized – synch up the SP (1200)
Life-vein tracks back to link-up with prestige
Hold the mic, I’m honored – type to write in a code
Disciple of ‘fiends,’ quoted in the ‘bible’ “by all means”
It’s ‘necessary’ I give, too – upon takin’
Atop the park bench start to sense the frustration of men
Respiration circulatin’ in the wind
Take it in and let the change begin – breathe with me...
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Momentarily lost hope, but now it’s back in me
Temporarily felt defeated by the game
Then the light came just after the nightingale sang
Thank whoever you wish for the gift received
I let it be the definition of me, the emcee
Share thoughts with the downtrodden – intent:
To tap into the wealth of knowledge my people gain upon the avenue
I keep that close to my heart, though it seems like we’re
Oceans apart, the feedback is my motive to start
The reconstruction of the original ark – you’re safe
Just let the waves carry you out the dark
Brighter days await, the nemesis has sealed his fate
Only the true will pass through this gate
And you are one of those chosen – proof is in the fact
You’re right here – soul wide open to rap
CHORUS:
Take a deep breath, release stress, please rest
Be blessed by the beat and the essence of these texts
Peace kept with what the deity left: respect
And let the breeze lead me in these steps, yo we set to reach the
Peak lest we meet death, terrestrial – at the
Sweet behest of the celestial decree – yes
Repeat “yes” we defeat weakness
Deep breath, feel the steez in effect, and let the breeze refresh…
Deep breath, I request a requiem for ignorance
Ever since the Chop got blessed, we less venomous
Call for the consensus here, with the rhythm we nod
Revitalized – spirit in ‘em recharched
I cite love as the impetus for change in the language the frame speaks
This is not ‘self-embraced’ – we
Interlaced through break beats, the sum of our parts
Is great, just like the summer you discovered the art
My heart beats quantized – synch up the SP (1200)
Life-vein tracks back to link-up with prestige
Hold the mic, I’m honored – type to write in a code
Disciple of ‘fiends,’ quoted in the ‘bible’ “by all means”
It’s ‘necessary’ I give, too – upon takin’
Atop the park bench start to sense the frustration of men
Respiration circulatin’ in the wind
Take it in and let the change begin – breathe with me...
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Lyrics submitted by charmin123
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