Members include Zaac Margin on lead guitar, Elliott Margin on keys/vocals, Sam Margin on guitar/vocals and Scott Baldwin on drums.
Masterpiece
The Rubens Lyrics
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Never met but I could guess your name
Said you reminded me of home
And all of the time, we barely spoke
So lessons learned can quickly be erased
Pouring forties down the kitchen sink
All your talking, I can't hear me think
Pushing, pulling sees me on the brink
If it's all or nothing, let's break off these links
All of the best guys made you whole
All of the rest I'll never know
If this is a test, I'll take my leave
And I'm on the run
But now that I'm on the run
Think I got it wrong, really all along
You were just a masterpiece
Masterpiece
Chewing on Valium
The jet is taking off, I can feel the rot
Spreading, it's a killer disease
Killer disease
Just say it would hurt too much
So I boil it down, bottle it up
And drink it like a remedy
No good for me
And now that I'm on the run
Know I got it wrong, really all along
You were just a masterpiece
Masterpiece
There's a place I could not let you in
Now there's a lot to tell you so listen
I was keeping you out 'cause I've been hurt before
Becoming a coward and I hate myself more
I'm not proud, but looking back now, I had to run
Now that I'm on the run
Think I got it wrong, really all along
You were just a masterpiece
Masterpiece
Chewing on Valium
The jet is taking off, I can feel the rot
Spreading, it's a killer disease
Killer disease
Just say it would hurt too much
So I boil it down, bottle it up
And drink it like a remedy
No good for me
And now that I'm on the run
Know I got it wrong, really all along
You were just a masterpiece
Masterpiece
So with or without me
Still felt you were drowning
With so many options
You picked the worst timing
We don't talk about it
Don't talk about anything
My love didn't stop when
I cut it all off, and
ohh, ohh, ohh, ohh
ohh, ohh, ohh, ohh
I cut it all off and began to run
But now that I'm on the run
Think I got it wrong, really all along
You were just a masterpiece
Masterpiece
Chewing on Valium
The jet is taking off, I can feel the rot
Spreading, it's a killer disease
Killer disease
Just say it would hurt too much
So I boil it down, bottle it up
And drink it like a remedy
No good for me
And now that I'm on the run
Know I got it wrong, really all along
You were just a masterpiece
Masterpiece
The lyrics to The Rubens's song "Masterpiece" convey a story of a complicated relationship that ultimately ends in regret and self-reflection. The first verse sets the scene, highlighting the distance between two people who have never met but still feel a sense of familiarity. The mention of home creates a nostalgic feeling, but despite this connection, they struggle to communicate effectively.
The chorus suggests a state of confusion and frustration. Pouring forties down the kitchen sink symbolizes a desire to escape and numb the pain. The singer feels overwhelmed by the other person's constant talking, which drowns out their own thoughts. They are at a breaking point, unsure if they should continue pursuing the relationship or let go of the emotional ties that bind them.
The second verse explores the singer's realization that the other person has been with multiple partners before them. The mention of "all of the best guys" making the person whole implies that they have been searching for someone to complete them. The singer, however, will never truly know the other person's full history. Reflecting on this, they contemplate leaving the situation as they feel like nothing more than a test or experiment.
The bridge reveals the singer's inner struggles and their fear of getting hurt again. They admit to keeping the other person out of their life, becoming a coward as a result, and despising themselves for it. Despite their regret, they had to run away to protect themselves from potential pain.
The final chorus reiterates the realization that the other person was just a masterpiece that the singer misinterpreted. Chewing on valium suggests a coping mechanism or attempt to numb emotional pain. The mention of the jet taking off symbolizes an escape from the toxic relationship. However, the singer acknowledges that their self-medication is not beneficial and now that they are on the run, they understand that they misjudged the other person from the beginning.
Overall, "Masterpiece" delves into the complexities of relationships, self-doubt, and the struggle to find one's place in a tumultuous situation. It highlights the importance of self-reflection and the consequences of misinterpreting others' intentions.
Line by Line Meaning
Forty stories up, it's night and day
Being high above, there is a stark contrast between darkness and light
Never met but I could guess your name
Despite never meeting, I had an intuitive sense of who you are
Said you reminded me of home
You evoke a feeling of comfort and familiarity
And all of the time, we barely spoke
Despite spending time together, we rarely exchanged words
So lessons learned can quickly be erased
The knowledge we gain can easily fade away or be forgotten
Pouring forties down the kitchen sink
Wasting away drinks, discarding them without care
All your talking, I can't hear me think
Your constant chatter overwhelms my thoughts
Pushing, pulling sees me on the brink
The emotional push and pull is pushing me towards a breaking point
If it's all or nothing, let's break off these links
If our relationship has no middle ground, we should end it completely
All of the best guys made you whole
Previous partners have brought out the best in you
All of the rest I'll never know
I will never understand the experiences you had with other people
If this is a test, I'll take my leave
If you're putting me through a test, I choose to leave instead
And I'm on the run
I am escaping or running away from the situation
Think I got it wrong, really all along
I realize that I misunderstood the situation from the beginning
You were just a masterpiece
You are an incredible work of art
Chewing on Valium
Taking prescription medication to cope with anxiety or stress
The jet is taking off, I can feel the rot
As I'm leaving, I sense a decay or deterioration
Spreading, it's a killer disease
The negative influence is spreading and harming me
Just say it would hurt too much
You're reluctant to speak the truth because it would cause too much pain
So I boil it down, bottle it up
I condense and suppress my feelings
And drink it like a remedy
I consume it as a supposed cure
No good for me
It is not beneficial or healthy for me
Know I got it wrong, really all along
I now understand that I misunderstood everything from the start
There's a place I could not let you in
There is a part of me that I kept guarded and didn't allow you to access
Now there's a lot to tell you so listen
Now there are many things I need to share with you, please pay attention
I was keeping you out 'cause I've been hurt before
I prevented you from getting close because I have experienced past pain
Becoming a coward and I hate myself more
I became fearful and regret how it has affected my self-worth
I'm not proud, but looking back now, I had to run
Although I am not proud of my actions, in retrospect, I had to escape
So with or without me
Whether I am present or not
Still felt you were drowning
You still felt overwhelmed and suffocated
With so many options
Despite having many choices
You picked the worst timing
You chose the least favorable moment
We don't talk about it
We avoid discussing the issue
Don't talk about anything
We refrain from discussing any topic
My love didn't stop when
My affection did not cease even when
I cut it all off, and
I severed all ties, and
ohh, ohh, ohh, ohh
Vocalizations expressing emotions
You were just a masterpiece
You were a remarkable work of art
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Elliott Margin, Izaac Margin, Samuel Margin, Scott Baldwin, William Zeglis
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