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But, down to its bones, pop music is what Birds of Tokyo write… they just layer those bones in muscle, and give the beast a heart.
Beautifully expressive in its texture, yet thick and rich in its deceptive simplicity; Birds Of Tokyo’s music is universal and incredibly humanistic. In what could be described as the blink of an eye, the band have struck a nerve in their homeland, giving way to an unprecedented rise to popularity, but it is in their blossoming international recognition can be seen the band’s true strength and ability to connect with people.
An Ode To Death
Birds of Tokyo Lyrics
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Would you take the life of another
Will you be the one to say no
Forgive and forget when you die my love
Never will I see the sun again
Leave it, just leave it alone
We're digging the dirt to expose
The answers to all that we do not know
Never will I see the sun again
Never will I see the sun again
Where were you Monday
Where were you Monday
I was not missing I was dead
Its simple believe it or not
Its easy to play out the ignorant
The fever that burns in us all
The price that you pay when you die my love
Never will I see the sun again
Never will I see the sun again
Where were you Monday?
Where were you Monday?
I was not missing I was dead
Never will I see the sun again
Never will I see the sun again
Where were you Monday?
Where were you Monday?
I was not missing I was dead
You know I killed them all
You know I killed them all
You know I killed them all
You know I killed them all
In the song "An Ode To Death" by Birds of Tokyo, the lyrics explore the theme of mortality and the consequences of one's actions in life. The opening lines ask a thought-provoking question: how far would you go for something or someone? Would you take the life of another? The song suggests that one must reflect on their actions before it's too late, as they will have to face the consequences in death. The lyrics also mention the importance of forgiveness and moving on from past hurts, as holding onto anger and pain only results in "picking the scab off another," or causing further harm.
The chorus of the song repeats the haunting line, "Never will I see the sun again," emphasizing the finality of death and the need to live life with intention. The line "Where were you Monday?" is repeated throughout the song, possibly alluding to the idea that one's actions are ultimately their own responsibility, and no one else can be blamed. The final lines of the song are the most chilling, as the singer confesses, "You know I killed them all."
Overall, "An Ode To Death" is a sobering reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of taking responsibility for our actions. The lyrics encourage reflection and introspection, urging listeners to make the most of their time while they still have it.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me how far would you go
What extent are you willing to go?
Would you take the life of another
Are you capable of murder?
Will you be the one to say no
Can you resist the temptation?
Forgive and forget when you die my love
We can only hope to be forgiven in death.
Never will I see the sun again
Everything is forever changed.
Leave it, just leave it alone
Some things are better left unsaid.
Your picking the scab off another
You are exposing someone's pain.
We're digging the dirt to expose
We seek to uncover the truth.
The answers to all that we do not know
We relentlessly search for knowledge.
Where were you Monday
Where were you when I needed you?
I was not missing I was dead
I was lost in my own despair.
Its simple believe it or not
Sometimes the truth is hard to accept.
Its easy to play out the ignorant
It's easier to pretend we don't know the truth.
The fever that burns in us all
The intense passion that drives us.
The price that you pay when you die my love
Death comes at a great cost.
You know I killed them all
I am guilty of everything.
Lyrics © MUSHROOM MUSIC PTY LTD
Written by: ADAM JOHN SPARK, ADAM PETER WESTON, ANTHONY JOHN T JACKSON, IAN LEWIS KENNY
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