2. Doom/Sludge band from Saramento, CA - formed by members of Caulfield
Not to be confused with Australian 1980’s band The Church most famous for their hit-single “Under The Milky Way”.
the unguarded moment
Church Lyrics
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I knew you'd find me crying
Tell those girls with rifles for minds
That their jokes don't make me laugh
They only make me feel like dying
In an unguarded moment
So long, long between mirages
Tell those men with horses for hearts
That their jibes don't make me bleed
They only make me feel like shrinking
In an unguarded moment
So deep, deep without a meaning
I knew you'd find me leaving
Tell those friends with cameras for eyes
That their hands don't make me hang
They only make me feel like breathing
In an unguarded moment
Church’s song “The Unguarded Moment” is a deeply emotional and introspective reflection on the struggles of finding inspiration and the inner turmoil that comes with the search. The lyrics lament the feeling of being vulnerable and exposed in moments of artistic exploration, and the impact of judgment from others during these attempts.
The opening lines of the song set the tone for the lyrics that follow, with the singer acknowledging the difficulty in finding inspiration. The use of the pronoun “you” suggests that the singer is addressing someone specific, potentially a close friend or confidant. The lines “Tell those girls with rifles for minds / That their jokes don’t make me laugh / They only make me feel like dying” convey the pain of feeling exposed and vulnerable to criticism from those who cannot appreciate the struggle of the creative process.
The second verse similarly reflects the singer’s vulnerability, with references to drinking and the impact of “jibes” from others on the heart. The final verse takes a more metaphorical approach, with the singer referencing the feeling of leaving behind something without meaning. The use of “friends with cameras for eyes” suggests a vulnerability to judgment and scrutiny, and the refrain “they only make me feel like breathing / in an unguarded moment” emphasizes the importance and power of moments when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable and authentic.
Line by Line Meaning
So hard finding inspiration
It's tough to come up with fresh ideas and be creative.
I knew you'd find me crying
I was expecting you to catch me in a moment of weakness and vulnerability.
Tell those girls with rifles for minds That their jokes don't make me laugh
I am not amused by their aggressive and cutting humor.
They only make me feel like dying In an unguarded moment
Their words cut deep and leave me feeling hopeless and helpless, caught off guard.
So long, long between mirages
It's been a while since I've experienced something that's not an illusion or a fantasy.
I knew you'd find me drinking
I had a feeling you'd see me indulging in unhealthy behaviors to cope with my struggles.
Tell those men with horses for hearts That their jibes don't make me bleed
Their cruel and insensitive remarks don't hurt me as much as they think.
They only make me feel like shrinking In an unguarded moment
Their words make me feel small and insignificant, especially when I'm not prepared for their attacks.
So deep, deep without a meaning
I feel lost, like I'm struggling to find purpose or direction.
I knew you'd find me leaving
I anticipated that you'd catch me trying to escape my problems rather than face them head-on.
Tell those friends with cameras for eyes That their hands don't make me hang
I'm not intimidated by their critical gaze or judgmental attitude.
They only make me feel like breathing In an unguarded moment
I feel free and alive when I'm not constantly under their scrutiny or pressure to conform.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MICHELLE PARKER, STEPHEN KILBEY
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