DNA
Andrew Bayer & Red Dragons Lyrics
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Falling from the sky
Softly kiss the branches
Of freshly watered oleander
Warmth awakens
Start of the day
Waving good morning
Through the leaving clouds
Talking voices in the minds
Try to pull us side to side
Away from the moment
Out of the present
This could be all we have
Prevent the need to look back
Or forward to the future
This could be all we have
All we have
Defend the need to look bad
Go forward to the future
'Cause this could be all we have
This could be all we have
All we have
The names engraved in our DNA
The stories we share just by being here
Are so much larger than one soul alone
The lyrics of "DNA" by Andrew Bayer & Red Dragons are poetic and evoke feelings of warmth, nostalgia, and a yearning to be present in the moment. The opening lines describe the beauty of pink and lilac petals falling from the sky and delicately kissing the branches of an oleander plant that has just been watered. This imagery suggests a new beginning, a fresh start to the day, and a reminder that even simple things can be beautiful.
However, the song quickly shifts to the challenges of staying present and mindful in a world full of talking voices that try to distract and pull us in different directions. The lyrics suggest that the present moment is all we have and that we should defend our need to be present, anchored in the here and now. The line "the names engraved in our DNA" and "the stories we share just by being here" seem to suggest that our past, present, and future are all intertwined and that we can find meaning and purpose in simply existing and being part of a larger story.
Overall, "DNA" is a song about finding beauty and meaning in the simple moments of life and the importance of staying present and mindful even in a world full of distractions.
Line by Line Meaning
Pink and lilac petals
The gentle fall of petals brings color and beauty to the surroundings.
Falling from the sky
These petals, like rain, seem like a gift from the heavens above.
Softly kiss the branches
The petals land delicately on the branches, like a loving gesture.
Of freshly watered oleander
The flowers that adorn the branch are nourished and thrive.
Warmth awakens
With the arrival of the day, the world comes alive with warmth and light.
Start of the day
This moment in time signifies the beginning of a new day - a new chance.
Waving good morning
The sky itself seems to acknowledge the world with a greeting.
Through the leaving clouds
As the clouds pass by, we are reminded of the fleeting nature of life.
Talking voices in the minds
The constant chatter of our thoughts can often distract us from what's happening now.
Try to pull us side to side
Our thoughts can often feel like a tug of war, battling for control.
Away from the moment
When we get lost in our thoughts, we miss out on the present moment.
Out of the present
We can become so focused on the future or past that we forget about the present.
This could be all we have
The present moment is all we truly have in this life, so we should cherish it.
Prevent the need to look back
Don't dwell on the past - it's already happened and we can't change it.
Or forward to the future
While planning for the future is important, we should also focus on the present.
Defend the need to look bad
Don't waste time on negative thoughts or actions that don't serve you.
Go forward to the future
Set your sights on your goals and work towards a brighter future.
'Cause this could be all we have
Take advantage of every moment you have, because tomorrow is never guaranteed.
The names engraved in our DNA
The traits that make us who we are - our genetics - connect us to our past, present, and future.
The stories we share just by being here
Our mere existence creates a ripple effect that touches the lives of others and shapes our world.
Are so much larger than one soul alone
Our impact on the world is greater than we may realize, and we are all connected in ways we cannot fully comprehend.
Writer(s): Andrew Bayer, Audrey Brazell
Contributed by John H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Verse 1]
Pink and lilac petals
Falling from the sky
Softly kiss the branches
Of freshly watered oleander
Warmth awakens
Start of the day
Waving good morning
Through the leaving clouds
[Verse 2]
Talking voices in the minds
Try to pull us side to side
Away from the moment
Out of the present
This could be all we have
Prevent the need to look back
Or forward to the future
This could be all we have
All we have
Pre-Build]
Prevent the need to look back
Or forward to the future
'Cause this could be all we have
This could be all we have
All we have
[Build]
The names engraved in our DNA
The stories we share just by being here
Are so much larger than one soul alone
The names engraved in our DNA
The stories we share just by being here
Are so much larger than one soul alone
The names engraved in our DNA
The stories we share just by being here
Are so much larger than one soul alone
Alone
[Drop]
This could be all we have
All we have
[Outro]
The names engraved in our DNA
The stories we share just by being here
Are so much larger than one soul alone
The names engraved in our DNA
The stories we share just by being here
Are so much larger than one soul alone
The names engraved in our DNA
The stories we share just by being here
Are so much larger than one soul alone
Alone
@Juzzy007
My favourite track from this hugely impressive album! This tune just gets under your skin and into your bones!! Just splendid. ❤️
@giannidisumma2948
This track gives me goosebumps all over my body
@EmilevanKrieken
Just amazing how after 10 years of being a fan, Andrew can still blow me away with these extraordinarily creative tracks. Wow! Experimental dance at its best :)
@dredle8197
Wow... Probably one of the best tracks in Duality. I'll be so impressed if he pulls off a club mix version of this.
@jorgesousa3901
A chilling MASTERPIECE melodic sound experience. Looping for 2 days now
@weslindsey5909
Same
@imjoeycusack
Unbelievable track by Bayer. Can't believe I got to hear it live at 500!
@zero131056
The names engraved in our DNA
The stories we share just by being here
Are so much larger than one soul alone
This hits so hard. The Club remix will be FIRE.
@andriykumanovskyy5975
This is about as 'Club Mix' as I can imagine :D
@weslindsey5909
For real, the lyrics in this song give me chills.