Bridge
Craig Cardiff Lyrics


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Fraying of threads reminds how memory fades
Terrible how predictable the monkeys we became
Things we forget then learn again each day
Write it sing it paint it so that no can take it away from you

Is where you lay your head where you lay your heart?
Terrible fires that we started
All fears were quieted
All things made possible
With woman as bridge

Are you waiting for the world?
Or are you closed to it?
Are you waiting for the world?
Are you open to it?

Bridge over my body, bed as abyss
Tangling of legs, climbing hips
Sweetest fruit tasted in a kiss
All fears were quieted
All things made possible
With woman as bridge

Find whatever piece of happiness you can find and hold onto it.
Find whatever piece of happiness you can find and hold onto it.

Woman as bridge, Woman as Well




Two trees Anchored, Standing Tall
Space for mystery

Overall Meaning

Craig Cardiff's song "Bridge" is a deeply reflective piece that contemplates the nature of memory, relationships, and the importance of seizing the moments of happiness we find in life. The opening lyrics speak to the frailty of memory as we age, and how we often retain only fleeting glimpses of our past experiences. The chorus lyrically explores the power of connection and how it can enable us to accomplish incredible things - it serves as a bridge connecting us to the people and things that matter most.


The song flows like a stream of consciousness, meandering from thought to thought before eventually settling on the idea of women as a “bridge” that connects us to the best parts of ourselves. In this sense, women are not just a physical mechanism of connection, but a deeply spiritual one that establishes a sense of oneness and continuity in life. The lyrics are evocative and imaginative, with vivid images that paint a picture of two people entwined in a passionate embrace, but also a sense of fleetingness and loss as the moments pass.


Overall, "Bridge" is an introspective meditation on life's journey and the importance of relationships in shaping our experiences. The song encourages us to find happiness where we can, and cherish the moments that bring us joy, even in the midst of life's tumultuous crescendos.


Line by Line Meaning

Fraying of threads reminds how memory fades
The gradual weakening of threads serves as a reminder of how our memories too fade away with time.


Terrible how predictable the monkeys we became
It's disheartening how predictable and conventional we've become in our ways of life, akin to monkeys.


Things we forget then learn again each day
We forget things each day only to relearn them again, forming an endless cycle of learning and forgetting.


Write it sing it paint it so that no can take it away from you
Document your thoughts, feelings, and experiences through writing, singing or painting so that no one can take them away from you.


Is where you lay your head where you lay your heart?
Do you live and love the way you want to, without any external influences or pressures?


Terrible fires that we started
We've started terrible fires of hatred, violence, and destruction, which are difficult to put out.


All fears were quieted
All fears and apprehensions were silenced.


All things made possible With woman as bridge
With a woman acting as a mediator, all things become attainable and possible.


Are you waiting for the world?
Are you waiting for the world to change or are you making efforts to change it yourself?


Or are you closed to it?
Are you closed off to the world and its possibilities, or are you open and receptive to its offerings?


Bridge over my body, bed as abyss
As a bridge to connect themselves, two bodies lying on the bed create an abyss-like space beneath them.


Tangling of legs, climbing hips
As they embrace, their legs become intertwined, and their hips move in rhythm with each other.


Sweetest fruit tasted in a kiss
A kiss reveals the sweetest and most intimate part of a relationship.


Find whatever piece of happiness you can find and hold onto it.
You should seek out and cherish whatever little speck of happiness you can.


Woman as bridge, Woman as Well
Women can serve as a bridge or mediator to connect different individuals and as a well of love and affection.


Two trees Anchored, Standing Tall
Two individuals standing tall and grounded like two trees, firmly rooted in their beliefs and values.


Space for mystery
There's always space for mystery and the unknown, adding depth and intrigue to life.




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