Bastard Set Of Dreams
Dead To Fall Lyrics
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To an audience who doesn't care what they mean
From what we've built, take what you need
To serve a bastard set of dreams
Sell your image, and market your heart
Capital gain, until it falls apart
A thousand open ears, and still not a word to say
The opening lines of Dead to Fall's song "Bastard Set of Dreams" offer a scathing critique of the modern music industry and its tendency to prioritize image and profits over substance and authenticity. The track urges those who seek to profit from their art to take their "schemes and idle screams" to an audience that doesn't care about what they mean, highlighting the sad reality that many artists feel forced to compromise their vision in order to maintain relevance.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the band is not simply lamenting the state of the music industry, but also offering a call to action. Rather than simply criticize those who chase fame and fortune, the lyrics encourage listeners to "take what you need" from the artistic heritage that's been built up over time, using it to serve a "bastard set of dreams" that is more in line with their own values and aspirations.
Ultimately, "Bastard Set of Dreams" is a song about resistance, urging artists and fans alike to reject the prevailing norms of the music industry and forge their own path. By denouncing the superficiality and greed that often define the business side of music, Dead to Fall reminds us of the power of creativity and the importance of staying true to our artistic vision, no matter the cost.
Line by Line Meaning
Take your schemes and your idle screams
Leave with your deceitful plans and meaningless shouting
To an audience who doesn't care what they mean
Address it to an uninterested crowd
From what we've built, take what you need
Extract what you require from what we have established
To serve a bastard set of dreams
To fulfill an illegitimate set of ambitions
Sell your image, and market your heart
Peddle your appearance, and commercialize your emotions
Capital gain, until it falls apart
Monetary profit, until it crumbles to ruins
A thousand open ears, and still not a word to say
Numerous people listening, with nothing worthwhile to express
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Jonathan David Hunt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Matthew
Came back in 2020 to relive this awesomeness!
D o p p e l g ä n g e r
Yeah!!!
incaSKATEcore
Same; from 2004 til infinity...
Knot
2022
SVSUKE
It's 2023 I'm feeling nostalgic
PrintSignalsOma
2023
Captain Gnarly Davidson
Still love this shit from back then and im 31! \m/ That bassist tho killin it
Yoni op den Kamp
Captain Gnarly Davidson same here
E P
33... I remember seeing them come through Daytona Beach when I was in high school (2003 ish). Where did music go?
Salvador Cruz
I'm 30 I remember buying a album and found this on the victory records sampler DVD