Brainstorm
Arctic Monkeys尀 Lyrics


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Brian
Top marks for not trying
So kind of you to bless us with your effortlessness
We're grateful and so strangly comforted

And I wonder
Are you putting us under
Cause we can't take our eyes off the t-shirt
And ties combination

Well see ya later Innovator!

Some want to kiss some want to kick you
There's not a net you couldn't slip through
Or at least that's the impression I get
Cause you're smooth and you're wet
And she's not aware yet, but she's yours

She'll be sayin' "Use me"
Show me the Jacuzzi
I imagine that it's there on a plate
You're our rendezvous rate
Means you'll never be frightened
To make em wait for a while
I doubt it's your style
Not to get what you set
Out to acquire
The eyes are on fire
You are the un-forcasted storm

(Brian)
Calm, Collected and Commanding
(Top marks for not trying)
You hit the other story standing
With your renditions and jokes
I bet there's hundreds of blokes
That have wept cause you've stolen their...

Thunder
Are you putting us under
Cause we can't take our eyes of your t-shirt
And ties combination





Well see ya later
Innovator

Overall Meaning

The song "Brianstorm" by Arctic Monkeys is a commentary on the cult of celebrity and the obsession with image in the entertainment industry. The lyrics focus on a fictitious character named Brian who is effortlessly cool and charismatic, but also manipulative and devious. The singer is both impressed and intimidated by Brian, who seems to have complete control over his image and the people around him.


The chorus of "Brianstorm" is particularly catchy, with the repeated line "Are you putting us under?" suggesting that Brian's charms are powerful and hypnotic. The lines "Some want to kiss some want to kick you / There's not a net you couldn't slip through" emphasize how polarizing Brian is, with some people adoring him and others resenting him for his confidence and swagger.


The song ends with a reference to Brian's ability to command attention and steal the spotlight from others. The line "You hit the other story standing / With your renditions and jokes" implies that Brian is always in control of the narrative, with the power to shape perceptions of himself and others. Overall, "Brianstorm" is a clever critique of celebrity culture and the ways in which image can be used to manipulate others.


Line by Line Meaning

Brian
The singer addresses someone named Brian, who is described as calm, collected, and commanding.


Top marks for not trying
Brian is congratulated for his success without appearing to put in much effort.


So kind of you to bless us with your effortlessness
The singer sarcastically praises Brian for making everything look easy and effortless.


We're grateful and so strangely comforted
Despite the sarcasm, the artist admits to feeling grateful and comforted by Brian's soothing presence.


And I wonder
The artist expresses doubt and curiosity about Brian's motives and intentions.


Are you putting us under
The singer suspects that Brian may be manipulating or deceiving them in some way.


Cause we can't take our eyes off the t-shirt
The singer acknowledges Brian's fashion sense and the attention it draws.


And ties combination
The artist notes Brian's choice of shirt and tie, which add to his fashionable appearance.


Well see ya later Innovator!
The artist sarcastically bids farewell to Brian, calling him an innovator for his style.


Some want to kiss some want to kick you
The artist comments on the mixed feelings Brian inspires in others.


There's not a net you couldn't slip through
The singer describes Brian as being able to handle any situation with ease.


Or at least that's the impression I get
The artist acknowledges that their perception of Brian may not be entirely accurate.


Cause you're smooth and you're wet
The singer uses sensual language to describe Brian's demeanor and appearance.


And she's not aware yet, but she's yours
The singer suggests that Brian has a way of attracting and seducing others without them realizing it.


She'll be sayin' "Use me"
The singer envisions a woman being so taken with Brian that she offers herself to him.


Show me the Jacuzzi
The artist imagines the woman wanting to indulge in a lavish experience with Brian.


I imagine that it's there on a plate
The artist imagines everything coming easily to Brian, without him having to put in much effort or work for it.


You're our rendezvous rate
The singer suggests that Brian is the go-to person for social or romantic encounters.


Means you'll never be frightened
The singer believes that Brian is fearless and unafraid of taking risks.


To make em wait for a while
The artist suspects that Brian likes to keep people waiting or guessing.


I doubt it's your style
The artist expresses skepticism that Brian would enjoy making others wait.


Not to get what you set
The artist implies that Brian is successful in achieving his goals and desires.


Out to acquire
The singer acknowledges that Brian is goal-oriented and driven to get what he wants.


The eyes are on fire
The artist describes a sense of passion or intensity in Brian's gaze.


You are the un-forecasted storm
The singer uses dramatic language to describe Brian, as someone who unexpectedly shakes things up and causes a stir.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

lewis

Brian, top marks for not trying
So kind of you to bless us with your effortlessness
We're grateful and so strangely comforted
And I wonder, are you putting us under?
'Cause we can't take our eyes off the t-shirt and ties combination
Well, see you later, innovator


Some want to kiss, some want to kick you
There's not a net that you couldn't slip through
Or at least that's the impression I get
'Cause you're smooth and you're wet
And she's not aware yet, but she's yours
She'll be saying, "Use me, show me the jacuzzi"
I imagine that it's there on a plate, your whole rendezvous rate
Means that you'll never be frightened to make 'em wait for a while
I doubt it's your style not to get what you set out to acquire
The eyes are on fire, you are the unforecasted storm


(Brian) Calm, collected and commanding
(Top marks for not trying) You leave the other story standing
With your renditions and jokes, bet there's hundreds of blokes
That have wept 'cause you've stolen their thunder
Are you putting us under?
'Cause we can't take our eyes off the t-shirt and ties combination
Well, see you later, innovator



All comments from YouTube:

Concerned Thanos

You know it’s a good song when you can feel your headphones vibrating

crunch o th spine / Justin S.

wait until you hear it on skullcandy crushers...

Teeleaf

airpods don’t vibrate 😭 at least my gaming headset does

luckynerd3

careful thanos

lewis

Brian, top marks for not trying
So kind of you to bless us with your effortlessness
We're grateful and so strangely comforted
And I wonder, are you putting us under?
'Cause we can't take our eyes off the t-shirt and ties combination
Well, see you later, innovator


Some want to kiss, some want to kick you
There's not a net that you couldn't slip through
Or at least that's the impression I get
'Cause you're smooth and you're wet
And she's not aware yet, but she's yours
She'll be saying, "Use me, show me the jacuzzi"
I imagine that it's there on a plate, your whole rendezvous rate
Means that you'll never be frightened to make 'em wait for a while
I doubt it's your style not to get what you set out to acquire
The eyes are on fire, you are the unforecasted storm


(Brian) Calm, collected and commanding
(Top marks for not trying) You leave the other story standing
With your renditions and jokes, bet there's hundreds of blokes
That have wept 'cause you've stolen their thunder
Are you putting us under?
'Cause we can't take our eyes off the t-shirt and ties combination
Well, see you later, innovator

crunch o th spine / Justin S.

Thanks

TheNinaYeandle

I thought the title was ''brainstorm'' until nearly a couple of years later after discovering this banger i read the title properly and it said ''brianstorm'' and now i'm like wOwie.

Btw who else thought the title said brainstorm too? :P

Annika Smith

I took one look and said "oh brainstorm" and never thought about it again 😭😭

Justz X Vibez

WAIT WHAT. I JUST REALIZED 😭

i_put_a_fork_in_an_outlet

I SWEAR I STILL THOUGHT IT SAID “Brainstorm” UNTIL I SAW YOUR COMMENT 😂

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