Their first album, Native Speaker (2011), has received mostly praise from critics, remarkable for its innovative melodies and Standell-Preston's "dynamic" vocals.
Keyboardist Katie Lee left the group during the recording of their 2013 album, Flourish // Perish. Raphaelle Standell-Preston is also the vocal half of Blue Hawaii.
The 30th of April 2015 they released 'Deep In The Iris', their third album.
Taste
Braids Lyrics
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Will you guide me through this phase
Of not really knowing where I am
Or knowing who I am
I could think of it as
I gave all my best in loving you
But I know it's not true
'Cause we experience the love that we think we deserve
And I guess I thought
I didn't need much from this world
'Cause we experience the love that we think we deserve
And I guess I thought
I didn't need much from this world
So I left you
But you're exactly what I like
I will give you my whole life
Mmm, you taste so nice
Oh, this feels so right
Take me by the throat
Will you push me up against this wall
And spit all your hurt on me
So I can feel my reach
I have these dreams
Of you laying it on me
'Cause we experience the love that we think we deserve
And I guess I thought
I didn't need much from this world
'Cause we experience the love that we think we deserve
And I guess I thought
I didn't need much from this world
So I left you
But you're exactly what I like
I will give you my whole life
Oh, you taste so nice
Oh, this feels so right
You're exactly what I like
I will give you my whole life
Oh, you taste so nice
Oh, this feels so right
And we can't explain why
We hurt the ones we love most of all
And deep in the iris
You see a place of hope, hope again
The lyrics to Braids's song "Taste" delve into the complex emotions and inner turmoil of a person who is grappling with their own identity and their understanding of what love should be. The opening lines, "Take me by the hand, will you guide me through this phase, of not really knowing where I am, or knowing who I am," showcase a sense of vulnerability and a desire for guidance and clarity. The singer of the song is unsure of their place in the world and their self-identity.
The chorus reflects on the idea that we experience the love we believe we deserve. The singer confesses that they thought they didn't need much from the world, leading them to leave the person they were once in love with. However, the lyrics reveal that deep down, they realize that this person they left is actually what they truly desire. The repetition of "But you're exactly what I like, I will give you my whole life, oh, you taste so nice, oh, this feels so right" reinforces a longing for the person they left behind and a recognition of the mistake they made.
The second verse takes a more intense turn, with the request for the other person to take the singer by the throat and push them against the wall, metaphorically symbolizing a confrontation of the hurt they have caused. The mention of having dreams of the other person "laying it on me" implies a need for extreme emotional release and a desire to feel the depth of their pain.
The closing lines of the song introduce a glimmer of hope, as the singer recognizes that love can be a source of healing. The mention of a "place of hope" within the iris implies that despite the mistakes made and the hurt caused, there is still a chance for redemption and renewed hope in love.
Overall, the lyrics of "Taste" explore themes of self-discovery, the complexities of love, and the consequences of our actions on those we care about. It captures the confusion and inner conflict that can arise when our perspective on love and ourselves is challenged.
Line by Line Meaning
Take me by the hand
I need someone to lead and guide me through uncertain times
Will you guide me through this phase
Can you help me navigate through this period of confusion and uncertainty
Of not really knowing where I am
Feeling lost and unsure about my current position or direction in life
Or knowing who I am
Lacking self-identity and struggling with self-discovery
I could think of it as
I might perceive it this way
I gave all my best in loving you
I believe I have devoted my love and effort to you wholeheartedly
But I know it's not true
Deep down, I understand that it may not be entirely accurate
It's just my way of getting through
It's a coping mechanism I employ to survive emotionally
'Cause we experience the love that we think we deserve
Our perception of love is influenced by our self-worth and what we believe we deserve
And I guess I thought
I suppose I believed
I didn't need much from this world
I convinced myself that I didn't require much from life or others
So I left you
As a result, I chose to separate from you
But you're exactly what I like
Despite my actions, you possess all the qualities I desire
I will give you my whole life
I am willing to dedicate my entire existence to you
Mmm, you taste so nice
You bring immense pleasure and satisfaction to my life
Oh, this feels so right
Being with you feels incredibly fulfilling and aligned with my desires
Take me by the throat
Assert dominance and control over me
Will you push me up against this wall
Physically and metaphorically confront me with your emotions
And spit all your hurt on me
Express and unleash all your pain and suffering onto me
So I can feel my reach
Allow me to experience the extent of my emotional capacity and resilience
I have these dreams
I fantasize and envision
Of you laying it on me
You depositing your emotional burden onto me
And we can't explain why
We are unable to rationalize or justify
We hurt the ones we love most of all
Why we unintentionally cause pain to those we care about deeply
And deep in the iris
Within the core of our being
You see a place of hope, hope again
There lies a spark of optimism and the potential for redemption
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: Taylor Bonner Smith, Raphaelle Standell Preston, Austin Tufts
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chin Ting Chang
Take me by the hand
Will you guide me through this phase
Of not really knowing where I am
Or knowing who I am
I could think of it as
I gave all my best in loving you
But I know it's not true
It's just my way of getting through
Cause we experience the love that we think we deserve
And I guess I thought
I didn't need much from this world
So I left you
But you're exactly what I like
I will give you my whole life
Mmmm you taste so nice
Oh this feels so right
Take me by the throat
Will you push me up against this wall
And spit all your hurt on me
So I can feel my reach
I have these dreams
Of you laying it on me
Cause we experience the love that we think we deserve
And I guess I thought
I didn't need much from this world
So I left you
But you're exactly what I like
I will give you my whole life
Mmmm you taste so nice
Oh this feels so right
We can't explain why
We hurt the ones we love most of all
Deep in the iris
You see a place of hope again
fruityeel
Found this song on iTunes and fell in love with it!
FireLine2the9
They should try the Pussy Melter effect!
Chin Ting Chang
Take me by the hand
Will you guide me through this phase
Of not really knowing where I am
Or knowing who I am
I could think of it as
I gave all my best in loving you
But I know it's not true
It's just my way of getting through
Cause we experience the love that we think we deserve
And I guess I thought
I didn't need much from this world
So I left you
But you're exactly what I like
I will give you my whole life
Mmmm you taste so nice
Oh this feels so right
Take me by the throat
Will you push me up against this wall
And spit all your hurt on me
So I can feel my reach
I have these dreams
Of you laying it on me
Cause we experience the love that we think we deserve
And I guess I thought
I didn't need much from this world
So I left you
But you're exactly what I like
I will give you my whole life
Mmmm you taste so nice
Oh this feels so right
We can't explain why
We hurt the ones we love most of all
Deep in the iris
You see a place of hope again
Edgar
my best friend made me a mix of songs before she left the country and this is one of my favorite songs on that CD :']
Theodora R. Soetamar
Look, guys. You've got fans overseas! I've been listening to your music for less than a year but never never really get bored. Greetings from Jakarta!
Limzer Lagrimas
So much depth and movement! Love it!
You Forget 1000 Things A Day
I absolutely adore this song. Omg, I've been looking all over the place for it. 😭😭😭
Vanessa Lo
I fell in love with you guys in SLC. Thanks for the good time, guys.
Jacobsdad0306
This song left an impression after hearing it Wednesday night here in NYC @ Terminal 5. Great song. Lyrics are deep and sincere. Truly talented trio.
James Mogensen
Incredible song Braids! The lyrics will cut your heart out... I'm looking forward to the new album and seeing you live with Purity Ring soon!