Slow Faze Fast
The Dead Trees Lyrics
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They take it in the host
Found dead on the scene
Well it's alright, it′s alright my friend
A placid of fools
What I have become
I take what you give
Just to give it on up
Well it's alright, it's alright my friend
I′ll say it twice, it′s alright
Cause we crave a slow faze (fast)
The simpleton
That I've become
Your hand on my face
You said my nose was your thumb
Well it′s alright, it's alright my friend
As shaking hands, so new on the scene
So comforting it′s obscene
It's alright, it′s alright my friend
I'll say it twice, it's alright
Cause we crave
A slow faze (fast)
The Dead Trees's song Slow Faze Fast is a compelling piece with cryptic lyrics that seem to have different meanings to different listeners. The opening line, "It's hard to imagine, but harder to scream," is an enigmatic statement that can be interpreted in various ways. Some may see it as an admission of helplessness and vulnerability, while others may view it as a statement of resilience and perseverance in spite of the difficulties faced.
The refrain, "Well, it's alright, it's alright my friend," serves as a comforting reminder to the listener that everything will be fine, regardless of how things seem at the moment. The lyrics suggest that the singer may be a "simpleton" who takes what is given and gives it up, implying a certain level of passivity and obedience. The juxtaposition of the first and second stanzas with the word "fools" suggests a level of self-awareness, a realization that while they may be naïve or gullible at times, it is by choice.
The third stanza, with the line "Your hand on my face, you said my nose was your thumb," is the most enigmatic of all. This is likely a metaphorical statement that is open to interpretation but could suggest a degree of intimacy, a connection between two people that is not entirely logical or understandable to outsiders. Overall, the lyrics to Slow Faze Fast invite listeners to examine their own emotions and experiences, forcing them to grapple with difficult questions about themselves and the nature of human relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
It's hard to imagine, but harder to scream
Expressing how difficult it is to communicate one's feelings and thoughts to others, especially in difficult situations.
They take it in the host
The impact of a situation may be taken in by an individual or a group, who then have to deal with the consequences.
Found dead on the scene
Sometimes, circumstances can bring about the end of something or someone, leaving them with nothing to show for themselves.
Well it's alright, it's alright my friend
There may be tough times in life, but it's important to stay positive and not lose hope.
A placid of fools
There are times when people may act foolishly, especially when they are not sure of what to do or what will happen next.
What I have become
Reflecting on the changes that have taken place in one's life, and the person they have evolved into.
I take what you give / Just to give it on up
One may take something from others, but then let it go without any attachment or meaning to them.
I'll say it twice, it's alright / Cause we crave a slow faze (fast)
Reinforcing the idea that everything will be okay, and that it's important to embrace life's pace, whether it's fast or slow.
The simpleton / That I've become
The changes and challenges of life can cause one to become more straightforward and less complex in their actions and thoughts.
Your hand on my face / You said my nose was your thumb
Moments of intimacy and closeness with others can lead to odd, nonsensical moments that may only be understood by those experiencing them.
As shaking hands, so new on the scene / So comforting it's obscene
New experiences and connections can feel both nerve-wracking and exhilarating, but offer a strange sense of comfort in the excitement and unknowns of it all.
Writer(s): Michael Ian Cumming, Noah Rubin, Matthew Borg, Todd Dahlhoff
Contributed by Austin C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.