Red
Brennan Wedl Lyrics
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No bigger than a thimble
Wired copper cutting diamonds on his skin
But there's nothing in the middle
I couldn't hear a sound
Though the running of the bulls ran past my house
No I'm not a matador but I'll make do
I'll wear red for you
Eduardo's training changing every time he wakes up
I wouldn't dare to stop it
Velvet tracksuit and a tattoo that says, "Taurus"
His new horns look delightful
I couldn't hear a sound
Though the running of the bulls ran past my house
No I'm not a matador but I'll make do
I'll wear red for you
I'll wear red for you
I won't get caught in the middle
I won't get caught in the middle
Pamplona, don't ask me why
I couldn't hear a sound
Though the running of the bulls ran past my house
No I'm not a matador but I'll make do
I'll wear red for you
I'll wear red for you
The lyrics to Brennan Wedl's song "Red" seem to revolve around the idea of the festival of San Fermin in Pamplona, Spain, particularly the running of the bulls. Eduardo is described as wearing a locket on his chest adorned with wired copper that appears to cut into his skin like diamonds. The locket seems to hold no value apart from its aesthetic appeal. The next lines that follow discuss the running of the bulls that passes by the singer's house, expressing how they cannot hear anything in the midst of the chaos. The singer describes themselves as not a matador but willing to do what they can for Eduardo by wearing red.
The song goes on to describe how Eduardo is constantly evolving, and his training changes every day he wakes up. The singer goes onto elaborate that they wouldn't dare get in the way of Eduardo's evolution. The mention of Eduardo's tattoo and new horns suggests that he may be undergoing a significant transformation. The last lines of the lyrics address the city of Pamplona, indicating that the singer won't get caught in the middle. In essence, despite the apparent chaos, they know what they stand for and who they care about, indicating that they will continue to wear red to show their support for Eduardo.
Line by Line Meaning
Eduardo wears a little locket on his chest
Eduardo carries a small locket close to his heart, as a token of something or someone special.
No bigger than a thimble
The locket is very small and delicate.
Wired copper cutting diamonds on his skin
Eduardo has intricate copper wire tattoos that sparkle like diamonds, etched into his skin.
But there's nothing in the middle
There's an emptiness or absence of meaning or substance within the appearance of Eduardo's tattoos.
I couldn't hear a sound
The artist is not paying attention to the noise around them.
Though the running of the bulls ran past my house
Despite the cacophony of sounds from the famous Pamplona bull run happening outside, the singer remains oblivious.
No I'm not a matador but I'll make do
The singer is not trying to be a bullfighter, but they will still do what they can to honor someone or something important to them.
I'll wear red for you
The artist will wear red as a symbol of their devotion or loyalty.
Eduardo's training changing every time he wakes up
Eduardo is constantly evolving and growing, discovering new techniques or skills.
I wouldn't dare to stop it
The artist respects and admires Eduardo's drive and determination, and wouldn't dream of holding him back.
Velvet tracksuit and a tattoo that says, "Taurus"
Eduardo has a unique style, combining luxurious loungewear with meaningful tattoos.
His new horns look delightful
Eduardo has taken on new challenges or obstacles, symbolized by the imagery of growing horns, and it's impressive and admirable.
I won't get caught in the middle
The singer won't let themselves get bogged down by indecision or hesitation.
Pamplona, don't ask me why
The singer is drawn to Pamplona, but they can't explain why or what it means to them.
Writer(s): Brennan Wedl
Contributed by Emma L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.