Cousins Steven Delopoulos and John Philippidis were performing in a New Jersey coffeehouse when they were "discovered" by manager Jamison Ernest. The Brooklyn based cousins then assembled a larger band under the name "Burlap to Cashmere", recruiting guitarist Mike Ernest, bassist Roby Guarnera, keyboardist Josh Zandman, drummer Theodore Pagano and percussionist Scott Barksdale (John Degrazio eventually joined the band on bass when Guarnera left).
The group drew on a wide range of musical styles and influences, but their signature sound was rooted in lightning-fast acoustic guitar rhythms. The band began performing in local New York-area venues, and quickly developed a cult following. In 1997, they independently released their first EP under the label Squint, Live at the Bitter End. In 1998 Burlap to Cashmere signed with A&M Records and released the full-length recording Anybody Out There?, followed by an A&M re-release of Live at the Bitter End.
03. Basic instructions
Burlap To Cashmere Lyrics
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For God so much loved the world,
That He gave His one and only Son.
That whoever believeth in Him
Shall not die but live on.
Bridge
Living on...
Peace almighty
Living on,
Let your heart go
To the one.
Yes the road is narrow.
Yes the road is tough.
But whoever remaineth in Him
Shall not die, but lift up.
Bridge
Basic Instructions before leaving earth.
In "Basic Instructions," Burlap To Cashmere offers spiritual instruction for navigating life with faith. The song's opening lines echo the famous Bible verse John 3:16, highlighting the message of God's love and salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. The song encourages listeners to keep their eyes fixed on the narrow path of faith, acknowledging that the journey can be tough but assuring that those who remain faithful will find renewed strength and eternal life. The bridge emphasizes that true peace and ultimate fulfillment come from connecting with God and surrendering one's heart to Him.
Overall, "Basic Instructions" delivers a message of hope and guidance to anyone seeking a deeper connection with their faith. The song's lyrics are simple but powerful, reminding listeners of the essential truths that anchor their belief system.
Line by Line Meaning
Basic Instructions before leaving earth...
A reminder that there are essential guidelines to follow before departing this life.
For God so much loved the world,
God's love for the world is immense and unconditional.
That He gave His one and only Son.
God sacrificed His only son for the salvation of humanity.
That whoever believeth in Him
Believing in God's Son is a requirement for eternal life.
Shall not die but live on.
Through faith in God, one can have everlasting life after death.
Living on...
An affirmation of life beyond the physical world.
Through the Son
Jesus Christ is the way to connect with God.
Peace almighty
The peace that comes from God is powerful and all-encompassing.
Let your heart go
Advice to open up to the love and guidance of God.
To the one.
Addressing God, the one and only divine being.
Yes the road is narrow.
Following the path of God may not be easy, but it is worth it.
Yes the road is tough.
Acknowledging that the journey with God may have challenges.
But whoever remaineth in Him
Staying faithful to God is vital for spiritual growth and salvation.
Shall not die, but lift up.
Through belief and following in God, one's spirit transcends death and is lifted up to eternal life.
Basic Instructions before leaving earth.
Reiterating the importance of following God's guidance before departing from this world.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMISON ERNEST, JOHNNY PHILIPPIDIS, STEVEN SOCRATES DELOPOULOS
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