Kodachrome
Anchor & Braille Lyrics
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Dragonfly on the empty road broken signal
Someday when the water is warm you're forgotten
Dead and stone, flesh and bone, until then
All you really have are your memories
All you really have are your memories
And this could be your last
Borderplace, no consequence
All you really have are your memories
All you really have are your memories
And this could be your last
Secret life, the patience right, you're the killer
Turn over, turn it over it all, that it's the
All you really have are your memories
All you really have are your memories
All you really have are your memories
All you really have...
Are your memories (x4)
This could be your last (x5)
The lyrics of Anchor & Braille's "Kodachrome" present a melancholic reflection on the transience of life and the importance of memories. The first verse describes a fleeting moment of beauty ("dragonfly on the empty road") punctuated by an abrupt disturbance ("broken signal"), and suggests that even the most vivid experiences can easily slip from our grasp. The second verse emphasizes the fragility of life, suggesting that someday we will all be forgotten ("dead and stone, flesh and bone"), and that memories may be all we have left. The chorus drives home this point, repeating the refrain "all you really have are your memories" and warning that "this could be your last."
The bridge of the song takes a darker turn, introducing the idea of a "secret life" and a "patient" killer who may be lurking within. This may be a metaphorical way of suggesting that there are hidden forces at work in our lives, shaping our memories and our very sense of self. But ultimately, the song's message is one of hope and appreciation for the moments we do have, even if they are fleeting. As the final repetition of "all you really have are your memories" fades away, the listener is left to contemplate the value of their own experiences and the importance of cherishing them.
Line by Line Meaning
Somewhere, in the back of your mind you'll remember
There are memories deep within your subconscious that you may recall.
Dragonfly on the empty road broken signal
Insignificant moments have the potential to hold meaning and significance.
Someday when the water is warm you're forgotten
When things are going well, it's easy to forget the hard times and those who helped you through them.
Dead and stone, flesh and bone, until then
We're mortal and will inevitably pass away, but until then we continue to live our lives.
All you really have are your memories
Ultimately, the only things that truly belong to us are our memories.
And this could be your last
We never know when our time will come to an end.
Kodachrome, overexposed no more mysteries
Things may become clearer when we look back on them with hindsight and more knowledge.
Borderplace, no consequence
The dividing lines between people and cultures don't need to be significant.
Secret life, the patience right, you're the killer
We're all capable of harming others, but it's possible to choose not to do so and live an authentic life.
Turn over, turn it over it all, that it's the
Let go of control and surrender to the natural course of life.
Contributed by Sydney I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.