Distinguishing characteristics of the band include frontman Daniel Smith's squeaky falsetto and sometimes nasally vocals. The band also incorporates visuals into some of its performance such as matching costumes and encouraging audience participation of clap-alongs, hand gestures and dance moves. Some appearances have seen Daniel playing a guitar while inside a costume of a ten foot tree bearing nine fruits of the Holy Spirit.[1]
Members of Danielson Famile portray a proud DIY attitude within many aspects of their work. All of Danielson's album artwork is done by Daniel himself, with the exception of the construction paper inserts of the two Tri-Danielson albums which were done by Chris. The animation in their music videos for the songs Headz in the Cloudz and Rubbernecker feature stop motion animation done by Chris. The band members' uniforms begin as Daniel's vision and then are designed by Megan. Although all the girls participate in the sewing, the driving force behind the construction is Marian, their mother.
This Day Is A Loaf
Danielson Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Of fresh baking bread.
Start with the crust
You got big things
Right, right on ahead
The compass passions
Are new every morning
Cast it it was so
So long ago
Yesterday's news
Take a dirt napping snooze
Some Quiet Time
To get yourself ready
Don't skip the meal
Or your day will just
Fade all away
(Steering me all around oafishly
Gotta use my loaf)
Let there be light so that the Day Spring be on high.
(And it was good.)
Worry creeps in like a thief in the night time.
That plague of flies will be denied
With renewing minds
Leave tomorrow alone
It has its own trouble
By day you lead love
By night your song is bubbling on
A day is like a thousand years to you
(As it should.)
Bowels of Mercy visit a dayspring from the height
(It is good.)
(The mother loaf with baskets overflow.)
(It's so good.)
Let there be light so that the Day Spring be on high
(It is good)
Guiding the feet of us in a way into to all the peace
(And as it should)
Bowels of mercy visit a dayspring from the height
(It's so good)
(As it should)
(You are good)
(You're so good)
The song "This Day Is A Loaf" by Danielson conveys the message that each day is a fresh start, like a loaf of freshly baked bread, and we should make the most of it. The song suggests that we need to start with the crust, meaning the difficult parts of our day or unresolved problems, and overcome them to get through the day. The lyrics urge the listener not to skip meals and to take some quiet time every day to get ready for the day ahead. The song emphasizes the importance of leading with love during the day and celebrating life's simple joys at night.
The song also touches upon the spiritual aspect of life. It mentions the "compass passions" that are new every morning, implying that each day is an opportunity for spiritual growth. The lyrics also talk about "Bowels of Mercy" visiting a "Dayspring from the height," suggesting that we need to seek mercy and guidance from a higher power.
Line by Line Meaning
This day is a loaf
Today is fresh and full of potential
Of fresh baking bread.
New and aromatic, ready to be enjoyed
Start with the crust
Begin with the most difficult tasks
You got big things
Great accomplishments are ahead
Right, right on ahead
Keep moving forward
The compass passions
New inspirations each day
Are new every morning
Each day brings fresh opportunities
The last day has past
Yesterday is gone
Cast it it was so
Let go of yesterday
So long ago
It's already in the past
Yesterday's news
It's old and not important anymore
Take a dirt napping snooze
Take a break and rest
Some Quiet Time
Enjoy moments of silence and peace
To get yourself ready
Prepare yourself for the day ahead
Don't skip the meal
Take care of yourself physically
Or your day will just
If you don't take care of yourself
Fade all away
You won't be able to succeed
(Steering me all around oafishly
(Guiding me clumsily
Gotta use my loaf)
Need to be smart and strategic
Let there be light so that the Day Spring be on high.
Bring forth positive energy and light
(And it was good.)
(It had a positive effect)
Worry creeps in like a thief in the night time.
Anxiety can easily take over
That plague of flies will be denied
Negative thoughts can be overcome
With renewing minds
By focusing on positivity
Leave tomorrow alone
Don't worry about the future
It has its own trouble
It will come with its own challenges
By day you lead love
Spread kindness throughout the day
By night your song is bubbling on
Be joyful, even in times of darkness
A day is like a thousand years to you
Time is relative
(As it should.)
(It's natural)
Bowels of Mercy visit a dayspring from the height
Compassion can come from unexpected places
(It is good.)
(It's a positive thing)
(The mother loaf with baskets overflow.)
(Abundance and plenty)
(It's so good.)
(It's very positive)
Guiding the feet of us in a way into to all the peace
Leading us towards tranquility and harmony
(And as it should)
(It's the way it's meant to be)
(You are good)
(You are positive)
(You're so good)
(You are very positive)
Contributed by Gavin A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Eric Duncan
Yep, still love it
Panchoroy
Can't wait to get this album!
Eric Duncan
Indeed I still love this!!
Alison Moses
same
Eric Duncan
Still love this song
Eric Duncan
wow love the guitar solo 2:17