Still On Fire
Aztec Camera Lyrics
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On our getting up and leaving for a bigger day, still some say
That all you need is money to be free from what is poor
Well that's the lie of looking up from somewhere down
Because the sun will show to testify that all the
Time between belongs to you and I, to be still on fire
And when the strongest words have all been used
And all the new ones sound confused, to be still on fire
Somewhere in the middle we could see through all the people
And be playing second fiddle and be feeling sore
Shown the door to chase out all the child in you
Is throwing out the baby for the chance to make it easy to be more
And the sun will show to testify that all the
Time between belongs to you and I, to be still on fire
And when the strongest words have all been used
And all the new ones sound confused, to be still on fire
When the sun will show to testify that all the
Time between belongs to you and I, to be still on fire
And when the strongest words have all been used
And all the new ones sound confused, to be still on fire
And the sun will show to testify that all the
Time between belongs to you and I, to be still on fire
And when the strongest words have all been used
And all the new ones sound confused, to be still on fire
In "Still On Fire," Aztec Camera frontman Roddy Frame sings about the struggle to break free from the confines of caution and conventional societal expectations. The song suggests that money cannot buy freedom and that chasing financial security often results in losing one's sense of childlike wonder and passion. Instead, the song advocates for embracing one's inner fire and being unafraid to pursue their dreams, even when the strongest words have been used and new ones sound confused.
The lyrics emphasize the importance of living passionately and fully in the moment, as evidenced by the repeated refrain of "to be still on fire." The song urges listeners to resist the urge to conform or settle for less than their dreams, even when it means playing "second fiddle" or experiencing the pain of rejection.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm in love with everything that breaks the grip of caution
I have a deep appreciation for anything that inspires me to break free from being too cautious
On our getting up and leaving for a bigger day, still some say
Despite the fact that we're leaving to pursue bigger dreams, there are always skeptical people who think we can't do it
That all you need is money to be free from what is poor
There's a common misconception that money is the only way to escape poverty and achieve true freedom
Well that's the lie of looking up from somewhere down
Realizing this idea is false is like looking up while you're still down; it's difficult to see the truth until you're in the right position
Because the sun will show to testify that all the
The sun serves as a symbol of evidence that proves
Time between belongs to you and I, to be still on fire
The time we have together is precious and we should continue to be passionate and alive throughout it
And when the strongest words have all been used
Once we've exhausted a repertoire of our best arguments and explanations
And all the new ones sound confused, to be still on fire
We should continue to be passionate despite feeling lost or confused about what to say or do next
Somewhere in the middle we could see through all the people
In the midst of everyone else's opinions and ideas, we have the ability to see clearly and make our own choices
And be playing second fiddle and be feeling sore
However, we may still feel like we're not in control or not leading the way, leading to feelings of discomfort or resentment
Shown the door to chase out all the child in you
We may feel pressured to abandon our childlike sense of wonder and curiosity in order to be taken seriously or succeed in life
Is throwing out the baby for the chance to make it easy to be more
In doing so, we risk losing the innocence and creativity that make us unique, all for the opportunity to succeed more easily
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RODDY FRAME
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@joaquimolivaisala2703
1984 : " Enamorat de tot
Oblidant el seny
Lluitant per un dia més gran
Passant dels que només necessiten diners
M'agrada la lliberta que té el pobre.
L'ambició no és res més que una gran mentida
Prefereixo mirar-ho tot des d'aquí baix
El sòl ens mostrarà el camí a seguir
Tot aquest temps entre vosaltres ens petany
I encara sentim l'escalfor
Si, encara cremo
I totes aquesta paraules s'han de fer servir
Per a vèncer la port i evitar caure en la confusió
Encara sento l'escalfor
Encara estic encès
En algun lloc del centre
Vam poder veure a través de tota aquella gent
I escoltar-los
I sentir el seu dolor
I mostrar-los la porta per trobar una sortida
Per a trobar el nen que tots portaven dins
I recuperar aquells ulls de nadó
I el posterior somriure d'infant "
@manuelmorillas1793
De los mejores grupos de los 80.
@nitedreamer23
exactamente.
@nickvee420
Early Aztec Camera was unlike anything else ever made, though I always think of The Smiths & Duran Duran when I listen to songs like this & my favorite Aztec Camera song; "Walk out to Winter". Such brilliant pop music. On a final note; Roddy Frame has such a great voice & a knack for great song writing: he just knows what notes will harmonize & compliment the melody of the music & his vocal arrangements are unpredictable. Great stuff!!!
@22Phantasm
Notice the Orange Juice connection in this video, which has always been strong. I went to an Edwyn Collins gig not long after he was able to re take the stage and Roddy played a few songs with him. You could feel the friendship bond they had and it was magical.
@ATS68
Knife was/is/remains a great album. I think I was either in the 9th or 10th grade and listening to it today still blows me away.
@tommc4916
The title track was the one to use when you were flying the board at the university radio station and needed to use the bathroom. Over nine minutes long!
@jonstern7511
Decent songs but I'm not a fan of the tinny 80s CD style digital production sound. I prefer the first album's more analog sound
@beatrizcorrea3627
Love Roddy and Aztec Camera sooo much ❤
@cheekietoo
Saw them twice in Toronto...he's so talented, had several guitars that he interchanged to perform various tracks and is ever so sweet!!!
@simonthompson789
I saw them at Massey Hall, I think in 1988. Terrific. I travelled up from Ottawa on the train. I was studying at Carleton. I felt like such an adult.