Brother
Dane Warrel Lyrics
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When the children needed peace you disgraced both families
Brother, you were never there for me
When my father died I thought that you would take my hand
You said I was just too young
Sister, I can tell you all the love I have for you
Our mother sleeps in silent peace because your love was pure
When my father died I thought that you would take my hand
You said I was just too young
If I could erase one moment of pain
I'd throw away everything, even fame
If I could play God do you know what I'd do?
I'd swim through your blood and kill the cancer in you
Brother, you were never there for me
I was just too young, now I've grown and I can see
That brother, you were never there for me
When my father died I thought that you would take my hand
You said I was just too young
If I could play God
I'd swim through your blood and kill the cancer in you
My brother
The lyrics of Dane Warrel's song Brother are powerful and emotional, telling the story of a brother who was absent during times of need. The first verse accuses the brother of not being there for the singer or the children when they needed peace, causing disgrace to both families. The second verse is addressed to the singer's sister, whom he loves and appreciates for her pure love that brought peace to their mother. However, the absence and failure of the brother to take the singer's hand during their father's death proves to be an unforgettable and traumatic loss. The chorus speaks of the singer's desire to erase the pain and kill the cancer within his brother if he could play God.
The song captures the feelings of hurt, betrayal and abandonment that arise from being let down by those who are supposed to be the closest to us. The lyrics convey a complex range of emotions that can be felt by many, especially when dealing with family issues. Despite the pain and loss, the chorus also suggests a deep sense of love and care that still exists for the brother, despite all the hurt that has been caused.
Line by Line Meaning
Brother, you were never there for me
The singer's brother was absent during important moments of their life.
When the children needed peace you disgraced both families
The brother's actions caused strife between both families during a time of need.
When my father died I thought that you would take my hand / You said I was just too young
The singer expected comfort and support from their brother after their father's death, but was dismissed.
Sister, I can tell you all the love I have for you / Our mother sleeps in silent peace because your love was pure
In contrast to their brother, the artist's sister was a source of love and support for their family.
If I could erase one moment of pain / I'd throw away everything, even fame
The artist values the absence of pain over material success or recognition.
If I could play God do you know what I'd do? / I'd swim through your blood and kill the cancer in you
The singer is so hurt by their brother's actions that they would go to extreme lengths, like eradicating sickness, to fix their relationship.
Now I've grown and I can see / That brother, you were never there for me
As the singer has matured, they recognize the extent to which their brother has been uninvolved in their life.
My brother
Despite the hurt, the artist still feels a familial tie to their brother.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PETER LEO RICKARD WICHERS, WARREL DANE
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Paul Korver
Brother
Brother you were never there for me
When the children needed peace you disgraced both families
Brother you were never there for me
When my father died I thought that you would take my hand
You said I was just too young
Sister I can tell you all the love I have for you
Our mother sleeps in silent peace because your love was pure
But brother you were never there for me
When my father died I thought that you would take my hand.
You said I was just too young
If I could erase one moment of pain
I'd throw away everything, even fame
If I could play god do you know what I'd do?
I'd swim through your blood and kill the cancer in you
Brother you were never there for me
I was just too young but now I've grown and I can say
That brother you were never there for me
When my father died I thought that you would take my hand
You said I was just too young
If I could play god
If I could play god
If I could play god
If I could play god
I'd swim through your blood and kill the cancer in you
My brother
Yusuf Iğnak
Now you are with your brother. Leaving us behind, the enemy of reality, a voyager to infinity. I terribly miss you Dane. Rest In Peace!!
Syuhada Abdu
Warrel dane leaves two legacies: praise the war machine and shadow work
walshy0001
I love how brutally honest this song is, even though it's a tribute to his brother, who was dying of cancer. It's veery critical, but in a weird way, extremely emotional and loving towards his brother at the same time
Will Killigan
Great song & video! The entire record is totally amazing. LOVE IT!
ottovectom
amazing phenomenal, I have goosebumps..it is really a voice .. !!
eranzaksh
RIP Warrel Dane. you will be missed!
J F
eranzaksh I can't believe yet. Fuuuckkk. Why him!!
toni castaña
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VOLNEY PRIMAZ
Uma das maiores vozes do metal de todos os tempos DESCANSE EM PAZ WARREL DANE
Hollowman
Sing brother sing! Not even Death will silence you!