Cobalt Blue
Brute. Lyrics

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The sky went papal purple as they started plowing forth
They gunned it over the grapevine they gave it all it′s worth
When they glided to the valley floor the dark was like a blanket
That they pulled over their heads both crazy and complacent
They were hurtling toward something that they didn't understand
Propelled out of a past that was beyond their command

Cobalt blue when they were thtough

Cobalt blue,what did they do?

Dust was like magic sprinkled settling on the dash
As his hand finally found and pushed aside her pants
They struggled like constrictors they snapped together tight
They moved in concert instinctively and right
′Til big ripples of vibrations erupted from within
The middle of the both of them, their shooked foundations

Cobalt blue when they were thtough
Cobalt blue,what did they do?

Flew from that fragrant forest funny soaring through the night
With a sizzle that was certain to short-circuit and ignite
It was fuel for speculation calculations conjured up
And the energy released was like some opium
They used their euphoria like a force-field
To shield them from the future from the inevitable

Cobalt blue when they were thtough
Cobalt blue,what did they do?

How smoothly power shifted from night into day
Morning didn't break so much as it did infiltrate
They were dirty and delirious they were damn near out of gas
So they took a truck-stop exit in the shadow of mount shasta
And over eggs and toast and coffee they conversed convincingly
Convinced of their good fortune conspiratorially

Cobalt blue when they were thtough
Cobalt blue,what did they do?

Simple slingshot old "sink or swim"
Ending was entirely dependent on their invention
It wasn't wrong of them if that′s what you think
They did what they had to do they acted out of instinct
It was human nature that bound them together
They performed precisely as mathematics dictated

Cobalt blue when they were thtough
Cobalt blue,what did they do?

Cobalt blue when they were thtough
Cobalt blue,what did they do?

Overall Meaning

The song "Cobalt Blue" by Brute. narrates a story of two individuals on a road trip, driving towards something they are unsure of. The opening verse paints a vivid picture of their journey, with the sky turning papal purple as they speed over the grapevine, and darkness enveloping them like a blanket. Despite not fully understanding where they are headed, they are "both crazy and complacent," and hurtling towards something that they cannot control. "Cobalt Blue" serves as a metaphor for the strong emotions they experience throughout their adventure, with it relating to the deep blue color of the chemical element cobalt that can represent love, desire, and mystery.

The chorus repeats the phrase "Cobalt blue when they were through, Cobalt blue what did they do?" which seems like a philosophical question asking what happens after an intense experience. Moving into the second verse, their physical intimacy becomes the focus with the use of sensual language, "Dust was like magic sprinkled settling on the dash, as his hand finally found and pushed aside her pants." The phrase, "struggled like constrictors they snapped together tight," highlights the passion and intensity of their interaction. The line "their shooked foundations," suggests that something inside them has changed, perhaps a shift in their perceptions or an experience that has the potential to change their entire outlook on life.

As the journey continues, they experience something powerful that provides endless opportunities for speculation, and the energy they release through their physical intimacy is likened to a drug. The phrase, "They used their euphoria like a force-field to shield them from the future from the inevitable," indicates that their mutual connection serves as a means to escape reality and its problems. The song's final scene has the couple sitting down for breakfast in a truck-stop, chatting and plotting their next move, indicating that they fully trust each other and view their long-term future as one united front.

Line by Line Meaning

The sky went papal purple as they started plowing forth
As they began their journey, the sky turned a deep shade of purple.

They gunned it over the grapevine they gave it all it′s worth
They accelerated over the hills, giving it all their energy.

When they glided to the valley floor the dark was like a blanket
As they descended to the valley, the darkness surrounded them like a blanket.

That they pulled over their heads both crazy and complacent
They embraced the unknown with a mixture of craziness and acceptance.

They were hurtling toward something that they didn't understand
Their destination was unknown and they didn't fully comprehend what was ahead.

Propelled out of a past that was beyond their command
They were forced to leave behind a past that they had no control over.

Dust was like magic sprinkled settling on the dash
As they drove, dust settled on the dashboard like magic.

As his hand finally found and pushed aside her pants
He finally found her pants and pushed them aside.

They struggled like constrictors they snapped together tight
They intertwined and moved together with force.

They moved in concert instinctively and right
Their movements were in sync and felt natural.

′Til big ripples of vibrations erupted from within
Their intimate act resulted in intense physical sensation.

The middle of the both of them, their shooked foundations
Their passionate connection shook them to their core.

Flew from that fragrant forest funny soaring through the night
They left the forest where they were previously located and traveled through the night.

With a sizzle that was certain to short-circuit and ignite
Their intense chemistry was electric and could have caused a spark.

It was fuel for speculation calculations conjured up
Their actions fueled speculation and calculations made by others.

And the energy released was like some opium
The energy they released was addictive and intoxicating.

They used their euphoria like a force-field
Their happiness and excitement acted as a protective barrier for their relationship.

To shield them from the future from the inevitable
They used their positive energy to protect themselves from the unknown future.

Morning didn't break so much as it did infiltrate
Morning arrived gradually rather than suddenly breaking through.

They were dirty and delirious they were damn near out of gas
They were exhausted and low on fuel.

So they took a truck-stop exit in the shadow of mount shasta
They decided to stop at a truck-stop near Mount Shasta.

And over eggs and toast and coffee they conversed convincingly
They sat down for breakfast and had a deep and convincing conversation.

Convinced of their good fortune conspiratorially
They were confident in their luck and discussed it in secret.

Simple slingshot old "sink or swim"
Their situation was like a slingshot, and they had to either succeed or fail.

Ending was entirely dependent on their invention
The outcome was entirely up to them and their actions.

It wasn't wrong of them if that′s what you think
Their actions were not necessarily right or wrong, it depended on perspective.

They did what they had to do they acted out of instinct
They acted on instinct and did what they felt was necessary.

It was human nature that bound them together
Their connection was a natural result of human nature.

They performed precisely as mathematics dictated
Their actions and connection were predictable, like a mathematical equation.

Cobalt blue when they were thtough
Their experience left them feeling a deep shade of blue, like the mineral cobalt.

Cobalt blue,what did they do?
The line is repeated, emphasizing the impact of their experience and leaving the question of its actual outcome unanswered.

Writer(s): Vic Chesnutt

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