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2. Saint Bonaventure, Friar Minor, (Italian: San Bonaventura; 1221 – 15 July 1274), born John of Fidanza (Italian: Giovanni di Fidanza), was an Italian medieval scholastic theologian and philosopher. The seventh Minister General of the Order of Friars Minor, he was also a Cardinal Bishop of Albano. He was canonized on 14 April 1482 by Pope Sixtus IV and declared a Doctor of the Church in the year 1588 by Pope Sixtus V. He is known as the "Seraphic Doctor" (Latin: Doctor Seraphicus). Many writings believed in the Middle Ages to be his are now collected under the name Pseudo-Bonaventura.
I Dare You
Bonaventure Lyrics
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It's easier to get my thoughts across
And after all we've lost
I broke through
I dare you
Bruised and blinded
It's taken me so
It's making me whole
If this is what you've always
Wanted to find
Free your mind
I dare you
Despite all the years
I've waited for love to find us here
And give me a sign
One day it broke through
I dare you
The light in the distance is getting Closer now
As the past is fading into the Background
And we were
So naive
But can't you see?
It's what brought you here to me
The lyrics of Bonaventure's song "I Dare You" speak to the challenges of communicating thoughts and emotions within a relationship. The opening lines, "With my tongue tied in knots, it's easier to get my thoughts across," highlight the difficulty of expressing oneself to a loved one. However, despite all the struggles and the loss they have experienced, the singer has found a breakthrough and is daring their partner to do the same.
The chorus "If this is what you've always wanted to find, free your mind, I dare you" underscores the idea that the relationship can only work if both partners are willing to open themselves up to vulnerability and take risks. The second verse explores the idea of waiting for love to find them, but it was only when the singer finally broke through that they were able to find it. The imagery of the light in the distance getting closer and the past fading away suggests that they are ready to move forward in their relationship.
The song ultimately celebrates the power of communication and taking risks in a relationship, despite the fear and uncertainty it may bring. Through the ups and downs and their struggles to express themselves, the two partners have found each other and are now making each other whole.
Line by Line Meaning
With my tongue tied in knots
Even though I'm having difficulty expressing myself verbally,
It's easier to get my thoughts across
I still find it easier to convey my thoughts to you than to keep them to myself.
And after all we've lost
Despite everything that we've been through and all that we've lost,
I broke through
I finally managed to overcome the challenges and barriers that were keeping us apart.
I dare you
I have the confidence to challenge you to overcome your inner conflicts and be with me.
Bruised and blinded
Even though I'm wounded and unable to see clearly,
It's taken me so
I've struggled and endured for so long
Long to find it
Looking for something that would make me complete
It's making me whole
Finally finding someone like you is healing the emotional scars I bear and making me feel complete.
If this is what you've always
If deep down you've always known,
Wanted to find
That you wanted to find someone who cares for you deeply and understands you completely.
Free your mind
Let go of your doubts and fears and open up to the possibility that we can be happy together.
Despite all the years
Even after all these years of waiting and hoping,
I've waited for love to find us here
For the right person to come along and bring us together.
And give me a sign
To give me a reassuring sign that this is meant to be.
One day it broke through
Finally, that sign became clear and everything fell into place.
The light in the distance is getting closer now
The hope and possibility of us being together is getting stronger and more real as time goes on.
As the past is fading into the background
As we continue to move forward and build a future together, the pain and hurt of the past are becoming less intense and less significant.
And we were
When we first met and fell in love,
So naive
We were innocent and inexperienced in love, not realizing the complications and heartaches it can bring.
But can't you see?
However, now that we've grown and learned from our mistakes,
It's what brought you here to me
All of those past experiences and challenges have led us to each other, and we wouldn't be here without them.
Contributed by Keira G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kayo
Andy, If you're there. There are people in the world who misses you singin' !
robsintherain
The way their voices just blend together is incredible. I love that they're using a continuous theme throughout their videos as well. It connects all of their songs and really enhances the sound.
Ted Rivers
This is such a good song, I've said it a hundred times, Andy you are my favourite vocalist, I really can't fault you. This song is so uplifting. You guys really make my heart sing! I can't wait to see what else you've got! Beautiful videos too, a real inspiration to me.
Chopototo
Love it! Really love it! The song, the video, your voices... everything! You guys are really great musicians and I wish you'll have a wonderful career :)
jadeham13
That was awesome! You guys have such a bright future ahead of you! And Pat, I'm really diggin your editing! Keep up the good work =]
Chopototo
Amazing song! I love this sound. Can't wait for the album to be released. Share it on Twitter, Facebook and Tumblr :)
Henna Adelobra
hope more people will discover their music. they're great! :) I know every one would agree.
TheIvett93
The band just followed me on twitter, and I'm listening this song for the first time. YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING! This music video absolutely deserves more views! :)
Erin Olsen
LOVE this song and band. You guys are amazing musicians. I'm so lucky you guys followed me and messaged me ob twitter or I wouldn't have found them.
marcuslordml
Just started listening to this band and there amazing already and do follow back so we know they really care about fans unlike other bands!