The Captain
Biffy Clyro Lyrics
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Like they would if I was captain
"Silver children," She roared
"I'm not the son of God"
Somebody help me sing
Can anybody hear me?
Liars and lovers combine tonight
Somebody help me sing
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Somebody help me sing
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Help me be captain of
Our crippled disguises
I won't show what's underneath
It's time for surprises
I can't climb up your ladder
I can't ride your horse
I've swallowed half an hourglass
So now the landscape is swollen up
I gave birth to a fire
It's like his features where burning
I'm in control
I am the son of God
Somebody help me sing
Can anybody hear me?
Line up your soldiers one final time
We're gonna have a ball
Somebody help me sing
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Somebody help me sing
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Help me be captain of
Our crippled disguises
I won't show what's underneath
It's time for surprises
I can't climb up your ladder
I can't ride your horse
I've swallowed half an hourglass
So now the landscape is swollen up
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
"The Captain" by Biffy Clyro is a song that is open to interpretation. The opening line, "Angels fall to the floor, like they would if I was captain," sets the stage for a narrative about power and control. The chorus asks for help to be the captain of "our crippled disguises" and to make "surprises." The lines about climbing ladders and riding horses speak to the idea of trying to climb up social or societal hierarchies, but ultimately failing.
The verses seem to alternate between two characters, one referring to "silver children" and not being the "son of God," while the other proclaims to be "in control" and to "be the son of God." This duality adds to the theme of power and control, and the idea that people are capable of both good and evil. The repeated lines of "Let's love death away" could be seen as a desire to escape from death or a desire to alleviate the pains of life.
Some possible interpretations of the song include a critique of religious or societal authority, a metaphor for addiction, or a commentary on the struggle for power within relationships or society at large. Overall, the lyrics of "The Captain" seem to explore the complexities and contradictions of human nature and the pursuit of power and control.
Line by Line Meaning
Angels fall to the floor
I have the power to bring down the heavenly and divine beings as if I were a captain.
Like they would if I was captain
My influence is enough to cause miracles and create chaos in the heavenly realms.
"Silver children," She roared
An angry and powerful woman addresses me as if I were a child.
"I'm not the son of God"
I reject the notion that I am a divine being or have any connection to religion.
Somebody help me sing
I am asking for assistance and support from those around me.
Can anybody hear me?
I am questioning whether or not my pleas are being heard and if there is anyone willing to help.
Liars and lovers combine tonight
People who are dishonest and those who are passionate come together to create something new.
We're gonna make a scene
Our actions will be noticed and will have a significant impact on those around us.
Help me be captain of
I want to take charge of the things that make us weak and vulnerable.
Our crippled disguises
The things that we use to hide our true selves and our weaknesses.
I won't show what's underneath
I refuse to reveal my true self to others.
It's time for surprises
I am ready to reveal something unexpected and surprising to those around me.
I can't climb up your ladder
I cannot succeed using someone else's plan or strategy.
I can't ride your horse
I cannot rely on someone else's strength or success to carry me forward.
I've swallowed half an hourglass
I have wasted time and am now feeling the pressure of time running out.
So now the landscape is swollen up
The situation has become overwhelming and difficult to navigate.
I gave birth to a fire
I have created something powerful and intense.
It's like his features where burning
The passion and intensity of this creation is evident and all-consuming.
I'm in control
I am the one directing and leading this powerful creation.
I am the son of God
I am powerful and divine, with the ability to create and inspire like a deity.
Line up your soldiers one final time
Gather your forces and prepare for one last battle.
We're gonna have a ball
We will enjoy ourselves and make the most of our time together.
Let's love death away
Let us find joy and hope in the face of death and despair.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SIMON ALEXANDER NEIL
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Angels fall to the floor
Like they would if I was captain
"Silver children, " She roared
"I'm not the son of God"
Somebody help me sing
Can anybody hear me?
Liars and lovers combine tonight
We're gonna make a scene
Somebody help me sing
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Somebody help me sing
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Help me be captain of
Our crippled disguises
I won't show what's underneath
It's time for surprises
I can't climb up your ladder
I can't ride your horse
I've swallowed half an hourglass
So now the landscape has swollen up
I gave birth to a fire
It's like his features were burning
I'm in control
I am the son of God
Somebody help me sing
Can anybody hear me?
Line up your soldiers one final time
We're gonna have a ball
Somebody help me sing
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Somebody help me sing
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Help me be captain of
Our crippled disguises
I won't show what's underneath
It's time for surprises
I can't climb up your ladder
I can't ride your horse
I've swallowed half an hourglass
So now the landscape has swollen up
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
Let's love death away
@MissNothing09
I must say Only Revolutions is Biffy's finest album...I LOVE every single song on it!<3 I can't understand why some Biffy fans don't like it! :D MON THE BIFF!!
@missali2791
One of the best Scottish bands around, I'm proud to be Scottish!
@Lorettegrace69
Wrong
The best
@BaddaBigBoom
Aye, yer nae wrang ...me too :-)
@delleitch8542
The flower of Scotland 🏴❤️😎😁
@johnallen8868
The best Scottish band around!
@virtualpigmaster
love this so much. not biffy's biggest fan but some of their songs are truly awesome
@impolitewoman
This is the first Biffy Clyro song I've heard when I was around 14 and, man, 7 years later, it's still bloody amazing. This also might be the start of my guy liner love.
@paolabalzarotti2004
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@Violet_40810
It's one of the first songs i heard too. I started listening to them when i was about 3. Loved them ever since.