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Bradford Texas
Blueboy Lyrics
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Soft-lit weddings sunshine green grass poppies melting
Take me outside to somewhere
To earn some respect and to show it
Take me outside to somewhere
It's not hard to be hard but to get it
Bradford of Texas just anywhere where I belong
Bank clerks popstar ravings designer savings
Bloodsports showbiz
My fifteen minutes of fame are over
Take me outside to somewhere
To earn some respect and to show it
Take me outside to somewhere
It's not hard to be hard but to get it
Take me take me take me take me
The lyrics to Blueboy's song Bradford Texas paint a picture of a place that is full of contradictions and contrasts. The first two lines speak of white flags, scrapbooks, and racist tenants, which suggest a place where racism and bigotry are prevalent. However, this is followed by a depiction of soft-lit weddings, sunshine, green grass, and melting poppies, which conjures images of romanticism and idyllic beauty. The lines describe a dichotomy between the positive and negative aspects of the place.
The chorus features the repeated refrain "Take me outside to somewhere," and expresses a desire for escape and belonging. The lines "to earn some respect and to show it" suggest a longing for recognition and validation. The lyrics also imply that it is not necessarily difficult to be tough or resilient, but rather to gain acceptance or respect from the external world.
The remaining lines of the song continue to depict the contrast of beauty and ugliness in the place. The useless cars chugging on minor roads to minor cities are juxtaposed with the search for a place to belong, specifically mentioned in the town of Bradford, Texas. The final lines detail the intersection of showbiz and bloodsports, again suggesting a paradoxical mix of glamour and violence.
Line by Line Meaning
White flags scrap books racist tenants
There are remnants of racism and hate-filled behavior in the past of many towns and cities.
Soft-lit weddings sunshine green grass poppies melting
Amidst the darkness and negativity of the past, there are bright and beautiful moments to be found in nature, love, and life events.
Take me outside to somewhere
I desire to escape from this place and find a new, more fulfilling location.
To earn some respect and to show it
I want to prove myself and gain recognition for my achievements and talents.
It's not hard to be hard but to get it
Being tough and strong may come easily, but earning respect and proving oneself is a true challenge.
Useless cars chug on minor roads to minor cities
Even mundane, insignificant places and things can become familiar and comforting in their own way.
Bradford of Texas just anywhere where I belong
I am searching for a place to call home, where I can fit in and be accepted.
Bank clerks popstar ravings designer savings
The glitz and glamour of fame and wealth hold no appeal for me, as I seek something more authentic and meaningful.
Bloodsports showbiz
The violent, competitive nature of some industries and forms of entertainment is not something I enjoy or respect.
My fifteen minutes of fame are over
I am no longer seeking or interested in temporary, fleeting moments of attention or success.
Take me take me take me take me
My desire to leave this place and find a sense of belonging remains strong and urgent.
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