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It seems most emerging music leans either toward an overall annoyingly giddy feel, or an overly-dark, I-snort-cocaine-to-feel-something broodiness. Bart Budwig seems to have found the perfect balance. He continues to produce dopamine-stimulating , thought-provoking tracks without the pervasive use of Auto-Tune or opiates (which arguably have been a factor in the making of some pretty fantastic music). His six-track, blues-folk-rock solo album (A Coke and a Smile, 2009) captivated critics with upbeat acoustic picking juxtaposed with emotionally-heavy lyrics typical in blues, but not always so well delivered. His work has a refreshingly unmanufactured sound that purveys the uncommon, raw edge consistent in all passion-inspired art.
Budwig’s recent project-band release (The Budwiggers, Happy Bones, 2010), expands his already-impressive portfolio of songwriting capabilties, complimenting old and new content alike with the musical talents of a rotating cavalcade of band members from Moscow, Idaho, Budwig’s hometown. Budwig convincingly adds an Alt-country touch to the album, while holding on to the underlying hints of deep-South blues and folk familiar in his music.
Current Band:
Bart Budwig and The Royal We
Featuring:
Bart Budwig (Vocals, Acoustic Guitar), John Nuhn (Upright Bass, Backup Vocals, Tamborine), Cooper Trail (Drumset, Cajon, Percussion), Chris Lowe (Glockenspiel, Electric Guitar, Keys)
First to Go
Bart Budwig Lyrics
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I'll be the first to know
Took a bike to the corner store
And then couldn't come home
You'd be a poorer man
If you've never seen a grown man cry
You'd be a richer man
In the first verse, the lyrics "You'll be the first to go, I'll be the first to know" suggest a sense of impending loss or separation. It could be interpreted as the singer acknowledging that someone close to them will soon leave or pass away, and they will be the first to feel the impact of this departure. The line "Took a bike to the corner store and then couldn't come home" reflects a sudden disruption or unexpected turn of events. It could symbolize a situation where the person being referred to embarked on a journey but was unable to return, either physically or metaphorically.
Moving on to the second verse, the lyrics "You'd be a poorer man if you've never seen a grown man cry" indicate that witnessing vulnerability and raw emotion can be a transformative experience. It suggests that there is value in understanding and empathizing with the pain and struggles of others. On the other hand, "You'd be a richer man if you never saw your momma die" conveys a contrasting sentiment. It implies that the loss of a loved one, particularly a mother, brings a level of pain and grief that is difficult to bear. Losing someone so influential and significant can leave a lasting impact, potentially shaping one's perspective and understanding of life.
Overall, these lyrics seem to explore themes of loss, vulnerability, and the transformative power of emotional experiences. They highlight the inevitable nature of separation and the profound impact it can have on an individual. The contrasting lines about witnessing tears and facing the death of a mother further emphasize the emotional intensity and complexity of such moments. Bart Budwig's lyrics evoke a sense of reflection and contemplation, inviting listeners to empathize with the feelings of both loss and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
You'll be the first to go
You will be the first person to leave or depart from this situation
I'll be the first to know
I will be the first one to find out or be aware of what is happening
Took a bike to the corner store
Rode a bicycle to the nearby shop
And then couldn't come home
But then encountered a situation or obstacle preventing me from returning back
You'd be a poorer man
You would have less wealth or value
If you've never seen a grown man cry
If you have never witnessed an adult male expressing intense sadness or despair
You'd be a richer man
You would have more wealth or value
If you never saw your momma die
If you never experienced the death of your mother
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Written by: BARTHOLOMEW JESSE BUDWIG
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