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The Kandinsky Prince
Deep Blue Something Lyrics
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With the same black frames, like he bought
In between them, on the wall is something my girlfriend calls Trashy
Brownie and the Boo man got that for me
On the wall facing us is black and white of all of us back in Brighton
I remember it like today, but the sun has made that fade
Still, I know you know where England is
And I know this ain't home
But now it sure feels like home
And I know this somewhere is really nowhere
I've got a black and white TV, but I don't really see
The need to burden it with cable
I got the sofa from the folks, and the table I just stole
With a neon Mickey's sign for no reason
And I know this ain't home
But now it sure feels like home
And I know this somewhere is really nowhere
And I know this ain't home
But now it sure feels like home
And I know this somewhere is really nowhere
I've got the same Kandinsky prints that my brother got
With the same black frames, like he bought
I got the sofa from the folks, and the table I just stole
With a neon Mickey's sign for no reason
And I know this ain't home
But now it sure feels like home
And I know this somewhere is really nowhere
The lyrics to Deep Blue Something's song The Kandinsky Prince give us a glimpse into the singer's life and his thoughts about home. He mentions having the same Kandinsky prints as his brother, implying that he may be living a similar life to him. The black frames of the prints are also the same, signifying the lack of individuality in his living space. On the wall between the prints is something his girlfriend calls "Trashy," which shows that the singer has a sense of humor and doesn't take himself too seriously. Brownie and the Boo man got that item for him, perhaps implying that the singer has friends who bring joy into his life.
The singer then talks about a black and white photo of all of them back in Brighton, where he remembers the day clearly, but the sun has faded the memory. This could represent his longing for the past and the idea that memories are fleeting. He knows that the listener knows where England is, which shows a sense of connection between them. Despite all of this, the singer knows that he isn't at home, but somehow, it feels like it. He acknowledges that this place may be nowhere in particular, but it still feels like home.
In the next verse, the singer talks about owning a black and white TV but not having cable. This could represent a desire for simplicity or a lack of interest in the abundance of media options available. The singer stole the table and has a neon Mickey's sign for no apparent reason. The fact that he stole something and has a random decoration shows that he may not have everything together, but he's still comfortable in his space.
Overall, the lyrics of The Kandinsky Prince convey a sense of nostalgia, humor, and comfort in what may be an unremarkable living situation. The singer finds home in the little things and simple pleasures, and he's comfortable with himself and his surroundings.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got the same Kandinsky prints that my brother got
I have the same art prints by Kandinsky as my brother, with the identical black frames he purchased.
In between them, on the wall is something my girlfriend calls Trashy
Placed on the same wall is something my partner deems to be garish or unassuming.
Brownie and the Boo man got that for me
An item, referred to as 'Trashy,' was procured for me by Brownie and the Boo man.
On the wall facing us is black and white of all of us back in Brighton
Across from us on the opposing wall is a black and white photograph of everyone in our group from our time in Brighton.
I remember it like today, but the sun has made that fade
I vividly recall that photograph, but its color has faded from prolonged sun exposure.
Still, I know you know where England is
Despite the photograph's fade, I am certain you know the location of England.
I've got a black and white TV, but I don't really see
I possess an older television set that displays in black and white, but I don't see the need to upgrade it.
The need to burden it with cable
I don't feel the need to subscribe to cable TV service and clutter the screen.
I got the sofa from the folks, and the table I just stole
My couch was given to me by my parents, and I acquired the table by stealing it.
With a neon Mickey's sign for no reason
For no particular purpose, I have a neon sign featuring Mickey Mouse.
And I know this ain't home
I recognize that my current living situation is not my true home.
But now it sure feels like home
Despite not being my permanent residence, I am becoming comfortable and feeling at home.
And I know this somewhere is really nowhere
Although I am content in my current abode, I am aware that it is insignificant in the grand scheme of things.
And I know this ain't home
Once again, I understand that my current dwelling is not my true home.
But now it sure feels like home
Regardless, I have grown to feel at home and comfortable in my current surroundings.
And I know this somewhere is really nowhere
Despite my contentment, I remain cognizant that my present location is essentially insignificant.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TODD DAVID PIPES
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