Farm
Dumaresq Lyrics
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Don't break a hip, just elucidate what you can
Late-bloom apples taste sweet, but you have to wait
I feel the circuit dislodge
I feel my circuits dislodge
I feel it
Get the cold shivers like someone walked over the grave
These naughty, naughty thoughts might have to get cleaned out again
(Wiser feelings)
Old injuries leave cerebral patterns, make it hard to communicate
Lose my place in the line
For a place in your mind
Mind
Oh, but it's only me
It's only me
Quiet alarm
Quiet, quiet alarm
And all of it was helpful
Stick and a carrot
Totally optional
Open up
At the share farm picking font for standardised tests
Don't break a hip, just elucidate what you can
Late-bloom apples taste sweet, but you have to wait
I feel the circuit dislodge
I feel my circuits dislodge
I feel it
The song "Farm" by Dumaresq is an enigmatic and multi-layered piece that explores themes of self-discovery, memory, and communication. In the first verse, the singer seems to be engaged in the mundane task of picking font for standardized tests at a share farm. However, they offer a poignant observation about the fragility of the elderly workers who are engaged in this activity - "Don't break a hip, just elucidate what you can." This observation is followed by a reflection on the patient waiting that is required to savor the sweetness of a late-bloom apple. This metaphor of delayed pleasure could be interpreted as an analogy for the slow but eventual discovery of self, especially in the context of aging.
The chorus, "I feel the circuit dislodge", seems to be a deeply personal and introspective moment where the singer is grappling with some inner turmoil or confusion. They describe feeling a sense of disconnection or disorientation, possibly caused by a neurological or psychological issue ("circuit"). The second verse delves further into this idea, as the singer describes feeling the "cold shivers" of anxiety and the need to clean up their "naughty thoughts". They also acknowledge the impact of past traumas ("old injuries leave cerebral patterns") on their current ability to communicate and make connections with others.
Despite the somber tone of the song, there are moments of hope and positivity. The bridge, "all of it was helpful, stick and a carrot, totally optional, open up," suggests that the singer is willing to learn and grow from their experiences, and that they are open to the possibility of a brighter future. Overall, "Farm" is a deeply introspective and emotive song that encourages listeners to reflect on their own journey of self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
At the share farm picking font for standardised tests
At the collective farm, we are selecting font for the standardized tests we produce.
Don't break a hip, just elucidate what you can
Don't exert yourself too much, but explain everything you're capable of.
Late-bloom apples taste sweet, but you have to wait
Talent may come late in life, but can be rewarding if you have patience.
I feel the circuit dislodge
I feel my mind begin to unravel.
I feel my circuits dislodge
I feel my mind begin to unravel.
I feel it
I feel the effects of mental strain.
Get the cold shivers like someone walked over the grave
I feel an eerie sensation, but I'm still alive.
(But you're still breathing)
Despite the intense feelings, I'm still physically alive.
These naughty, naughty thoughts might have to get cleaned out again
My inappropriate thoughts need to be addressed and corrected.
(Wiser feelings)
I should seek to replace my imprudent thoughts with wise ones.
Old injuries leave cerebral patterns, make it hard to communicate
Past traumas cause mental scars that can affect communication skills.
Lose my place in the line
I get distracted and end up losing my place in line.
For a place in your mind
I want to occupy a special place in your thoughts.
Mind
My thoughts are focused on the mind.
Oh, but it's only me
I realize that I am the cause of my mental turmoil.
Quiet alarm
My personal, internal warning system is triggered.
Quiet, quiet alarm
My internal warning system is barely detectable.
And all of it was helpful
Despite the difficulty, everything I'm experiencing has its purpose.
Stick and a carrot
A reward awaits those who persevere through difficulty.
Totally optional
Whether or not to pursue the reward is up to me.
Open up
I want to be more honest and vulnerable, and allow others to do the same.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Joseph Kneipp
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