In various combinations and guises, the group had already played a long time together before the "crystalization event" in July 2000 on the slopes of the famous volcano Mt. Hood. Since then they have performed for audiences of all ages and socioeconomic groups, mostly playing close to home and for many years distributing recordings like itinerant madmen, for free.
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Fire & Fast Bullets
Blitzen Trapper Lyrics
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Their belt buckles, golden shells cover their eyes
It's a cool-headed kid that can swallow his pride
When the fire starts fallin' and the fast bullets fly
A break dancing wizard
He's all wrapped up in blue
His weapons are fat free
His shield is in the Muppet show - point to the sky
when the fire starts fallin' and the fast bullets fly
uh oh uh oh
Okay, this city is a warzone
unheard of his love
this dangerous fiction will rain from above
But billboards -- go wrapped up and hot
until the fire starts fallin' and the fast bullets fly
So keep your eyes to the sky
let me into the door
for the clicking of the heels on the plasticine floor
the sit of upholstery and plenty will rise
when the fire starts fallin' and the fast bullets fly
uh oh uh oh
There's dragons and demons alive in the skies
You can run for the hills but you know you can't hide
If you try, you will die in the blink of an eye
as the fire starts fallin' and the fast bullets fly
The opening lines to Blitzen Trapper's song Fire & Fast Bullets paints a vivid picture of a dystopian world, where dragons and demons are alive in the skies, and residents of the city need to be on high alert. The imagery suggests that the world is in a state of perpetual war and danger, and anything could happen at any moment. The singer describes a cool-headed kid who can swallow his pride under such conditions, further emphasizing that pride could mean the difference between life and death.
The lyrics delve deeper into this world, describing a break dancing wizard who is wrapped up in blue and has weapons that are fat-free. The shield mentioned is in the Muppet show, which is a reference to the idea that the world has become so convoluted that even something as simple as a TV show might provide a solution. The imperative "point to the sky" suggests that there may be some hope, but that it's too late for anyone to do anything about it.
The latter part of the song describes the danger in the city and encourages listeners to keep their eyes on the sky. The singer describes how they will try and find refuge from the chaos in the city, while keeping an ear out for the sound of clicking heels on a plasticine floor. The final lines of the song reiterate the danger in the skies and imply that the world is beyond saving.
Line by Line Meaning
There's dragons and demons alive in the skies
The world is full of danger and threats represented by mythical creatures such as dragons and demons that are present in the current situation.
Their belt buckles, golden shells cover their eyes
The dangerous creatures are heavily armored, with their golden shells covering their eyes symbolizing their blinding strength and invincibility.
It's a cool-headed kid that can swallow his pride
Only those who can control their emotions and maintain their composure can overcome this perilous situation.
When the fire starts fallin' and the fast bullets fly
The true test of bravery and courage is when the danger becomes imminent as the fire and bullets start raining down from the skies.
A break dancing wizard
A person with exceptional skills and abilities, represented metaphorically by a break dancing wizard.
He's all wrapped up in blue
The wizard's attire is blue, which symbolizes his calmness and serenity amid the chaos.
His weapons are fat free
The wizard's weapons are lightweight and precise, indicating his efficiency and sophistication in handling difficult situations.
His footwork is true
The wizard's movements are swift and accurate, showing his excellent control and agility.
His shield is in the Muppet show - point to the sky
The wizard's shield is in the sky, implying that his protection comes from a higher power or divine intervention.
Okay, this city is a warzone
The setting of the story is a chaotic and dangerous city.
unheard of his love
The love of the singer is unknown or unheard of in this ominous environment.
this dangerous fiction will rain from above
The danger and violence will rain down from the sky, representing a more significant and uncontrollable force antagonistic towards the artist.
But billboards -- go wrapped up and hot
The billboards are still standing amid the chaos and represent a source of hope or inspiration for the singer.
So keep your eyes to the sky
The singer should always be aware of the dangers coming from above.
let me into the door
The singer seeks refuge from the outside world and wants to be safe inside the door.
for the clicking of the heels on the plasticine floor
The sound of heels clicking on a plastic surface represents the artist's escape or departure from danger.
the sit of upholstery and plenty will rise
Once the artist is safe, he will experience comfort and abundance.
You can run for the hills but you know you can't hide
While running away from danger seems like an option, there is no way of escaping the dangers present in the world.
If you try, you will die in the blink of an eye
The dangers are so severe that even the slightest attempt to resist or escape can lead to inevitable death.
as the fire starts fallin' and the fast bullets fly
The danger becomes imminent, characterized by the falling fire and the fast bullets that fly.
Contributed by Nathaniel C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.