Breathe Owl Breathe's first four albums were with a small Michigan based record label Earthwork Music, run by friends and fellow folk musicians Seth Bernard and May Erlewine. On September 28, 2010, Breathe Owl Breathe signed to Hometapes to release their fifth studio album Magic Central.
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Own Stunts
Breathe Owl Breathe Lyrics
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Just because
I wanna start doing my own stunts
Tumble down a rocky edge
Take a bath in a sea of piranhas
Take off my turtle neck
Underneath there's a bulletproof vest
You never knew what made it though
Grass stains on my shirt
It's all because of her
Laughter
After
It didn't hurt
It didn't hurt
I'm working on my dive off
I'm pretty good at flailing my arms
And jumping off this moving train
Model airplanes can crash more than once
Fragile bones and a bird wing suit
This is not what I'm used to
Cross my heart and hope to...
Cross my heart and hope to...
Mustache covers my lower lip
No one can tell that I'm tremblin'
Mustache covers my lower lip
No one can tell that I'm tremblin'
I'm standing on the ledge
I see where I need to land
Mustache covers my lower lip
No one can tell that I'm tremblin'
Cross my heart and hope to live
My blood is boilin'
Mustache covers my lower lip
No one can tell that I'm tremblin'
Thinkin' 'bout settling down
Thinkin' 'bout settling in
What gives?
I'm walking down the path
Look down there's a welcome mat
Over a trap door
What's on the other side?
The spirit world
I'm a dark rider
Silhouette of fire
Hangglider
The lyrics to Breathe Owl Breathe’s song Own Stunts are interesting and thought-provoking. The lyrics describe the desire to take risks and do dangerous things for the sake of adventure, even though there is a high probability of getting hurt. The singer wants to engage in activities that are outside of their comfort zone, like tumbling down a rocky edge, taking a bath with piranhas, and jumping off a moving train. The lyrics also suggest that the singer is trying to impress someone or win their affection through these stunts.
The song also touches on the idea of mortality and the fragility of life. The singer mentions that they have a bulletproof vest hidden underneath their turtle neck, suggesting that they are aware of the danger of their stunts and are taking precautions to minimize the risk of harm. However, the lyrics also depict the sense of exhilaration and freedom that comes with taking risks, as evidenced by the line “It didn’t hurt” repeated multiple times throughout the song.
Overall, Own Stunts is a commentary on the desire for adventure, risk-taking, and the balance between the exhilaration of living life to the fullest and the potential danger that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know
I am uncertain
Just because
For no particular reason
I wanna start doing my own stunts
I want to take risks
Tumble down a rocky edge
Fall off a cliff
Take a bath in a sea of piranhas
Swim with dangerous creatures
Take off my turtle neck
Remove my protective clothing
Underneath there's a bulletproof vest
I am still protected
You never knew what made it though
You don't know how I survived
Red-breasted crows speak
Birds provide insight
Grass stains on my shirt
Evidence of adventure
It's all because of her
Inspired by a person
Laughter
Joyful expression
After
Post-event
It didn't hurt
The risk was worth it
I'm working on my dive off
Practicing a jump
I'm pretty good at flailing my arms
I adapt to challenges
And jumping off this moving train
Taking a daring leap
Model airplanes can crash more than once
Failure is a common lesson
Fragile bones and a bird wing suit
Vulnerability and creativity
This is not what I'm used to
This is new territory
Cross my heart and hope to...
Making a sincere promise
Mustache covers my lower lip
Hiding fear
No one can tell that I'm tremblin'
I am concealing my anxiety
I'm standing on the ledge
I am at the edge of danger
I see where I need to land
I have a clear goal
Cross my heart and hope to live
I want to survive
My blood is boilin'
I am energized
Thinkin' 'bout settling down
Considering a less risky lifestyle
Thinkin' 'bout settling in
Thinking about making a home
What gives?
What is happening?
I'm walking down the path
I am moving forward
Look down there's a welcome mat
An inviting surface
Over a trap door
An unexpected danger
What's on the other side?
What awaits me?
The spirit world
A mystical realm
I'm a dark rider
A mysterious figure
Silhouette of fire
A blazing figure
Hangglider
Flying above worries
Contributed by Sophie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Adrian Pytel
That humming in the beginning is just wonderful.
Michael Kennedy
Those ice beads on his beard show the dedication to his art. He's like a Slavic Magician on her Majesty's secret service; good look and a hard stunt to pull off.
Mark Dombrowski
just saw these guys at shorts brewery!!!! what an amazing band and unique sound!
Aimee Sandell-Green
One of my favorite michigan bands. I have seen them 5 times and they are very awesome in person. They are also family oriented.
Todd Downing
noice to see them getting some recognition. i started playing them on my show on woodyradio years ago.... they didn't seem to appreciate it none too much though as it was a mix of music I liked so it would go from folk to funk to punk to metal :P
oceanlimbs
one of my absolute favorite bands.
Amy Keenan
Been listening to this song all week, brilliant!
Nicole Schmidt
Probably the best band I have ever seen live. So much talent and energy.
Zak Dylan Wass
I love you guys, so fun hanging at the Homeskillet Fest. Hope to see you again soon....Be careful, doing your own stunts.
Mary Iannuzzi
One of my friends just shared your music with me way out in Washington and I was listening to it in the background and not until I reposted your stuff on facebook and Eliza Wiener said hey you know that is Andreas' band did I actually start looking at the videos! Congratulations your band is amazing I am so proud of you! I am going to spread your awesome stuff as best I can. Best, Mary Iannuzzi