Good Luck
Broken Bells Lyrics

Yeah, the face
This line expresses recognition of something specific; it could be a person or an event that the singer is familiar with.

The face of evil is on the news tonight
The singer is referring to an evil event that's happening in the world, and is actively observing it on the news.

We see the darkness over light
The singer is expressing that the bad things in the world are being emphasized more than the good, which could be interpreted as an unfortunate reality of the lives we lead.

But have we ever really lived in better times?
This line is a rhetorical question that makes the reader consider the possibility that the world has always been somewhat dark and bad news is not a new occurrence. It's also a commentary on how good the current times could really be.

Hey, strange, they say we're coming to the end of the line
This line could be interpreted either as change is constant or the world as we know it is approaching its end. The line references a common expression that deals with the end of a streak or period of positivity.

But is there still a chance to change your mind?
This line is a call to action, and suggests that even though situations arise where things seem hopeless, people can still make changes to improve circumstances.

Or have all the colors turned to black and white?
The singer is observing what he/she perceives to be a monochromatic reality, where they only see bad and have lost sight of the good. They’re questioning the credibility of the information being presented to them on news and social media.

I had another dream, I had another life
This line suggests that the artist’s current reality is not their only one, and that they imagine different scenarios where their life could be different from what it is now.

No one saw the blood on my hands
This line expresses a sense of guilt or bewilderment and the possibility that the events we think are a certain way might be viewed differently by others which questions our reality.

When I woke, I was there alone
This line symbolizes the possibility that the artist woke up to a reality where they internalized their issues and didn’t have any support or help from others. It could also symbolize a feeling of being disconnected from those around them.

Where will it end?
This line is a question about the journey of life; what path will the singer's life take? What place do we go after we die, and how do we achieve our dreams?

After the twilight, always a sunrise
This line suggests that after the darkness always comes the light, and that a new day is guaranteed to come regardless of how bad the previous day was. The artist is offering a word of hope!

But the blood of morning comes when small arms fire
The singer is pointing out that every new day comes at a price, and it may involve hurt, injustice or sacrifice. Bad things may happen after dawn but the fact that the sun rises should still give hope.

Ignore the deadline, there's no divine right
This line suggests that there are many paths to take in life, and that what we see as the end isn't always so. You shouldn’t worry too much about things that are out of your control, and life can often be surprising.

Enter the gods and all the sacred signs
This line employs a religious or spiritual connotation where the singer believes that there is a higher power guiding his/her journey or protecting them.

At the end of your line
This line is a reference to the end of life and how one perceives their life at that point. It could be reasoned that each of us has to take complete ownership of our lives until its very end.

Good luck, my friend
The phrase “good luck” is a way of expressing well-wishes. Here the artist is urging their friend(s) to keep going and keep their heads up no matter what happens.

In time it ends
This line suggests that every situation has a conclusion, and that we should be patient and wait until things take their natural course according to time itself.

Heads up, dead land
The phrase “heads up” is an indicator to be aware of troubles and to watch for warning signs. The phrase “dead land” suggests a place or a period of time that is not fruitful or is confronting difficulty.

My heart your hands
The phrase “my heart, your hands” is an emotive expression of vulnerability or trust. It suggests that the person speaking is wholly dependent on the person being spoken to, which demonstrates the strength in accepting help from others at times.