Dustin also has a solo acoustic side project under his own name. He had toured in past years on his own under the moniker "Ursus Veritas," but decided to drop the name in favor of simplicity since "people have enough trouble just pronouncing [his] last name to begin with." The name was a play-on-words of its Latin components: Ursus meaning bear, and Veritas meaning truth. Kensrue has been quoted as saying there is no real special significance to the name, other than he likes bears, and thought it sounded cool.
On January 23, 2007, Kensrue released a solo album titled "Please Come Home" under his name, Dustin Kensrue and on the label Equal Vision Records. It includes the tracks "I Knew You Before," "Pistol," "I Believe," "Please Come Home," "Blood & Wine," "Consider The Ravens," "Weary Saints," and "Blanket Of Ghosts." He wrapped up the recording and mixing of the album at the home of fellow Thrice member Teppei Teranishi. The album opened at 142 on the Billboard 200 with 5,800 copies sold. He supported the album with a solo tour including stops on David Letterman's talk show and The Fuse Network.
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Trust
Dustin Kensrue Lyrics
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Yeah the margin of error is slight
Mix the chemicals right dear
Mix the chemicals right
Yeah you know that you could
Save my life
There is a risk, there's a risk when your dealing with love
Any speed you drive can be dangerous
Mix the chemicals right dear, mix the chemicals right
Yeah you know there's a fine line between
Mix the chemicals right dear, mix the chemicals right
Cause i know what betrayal can mean
When this frame fails me
Will i trust you to carry me through?
I know there's no such thing as safety
But i know what a promise can do.
Will i trust you, will i trust you to carry me through?
I will trust you, cause i know what a promise can do
The song "Trust" by Dustin Kensrue is a profound piece that captures the essence of a complex relationship. Through the metaphor of mixing chemicals, Kensrue explores the delicate balance that must be maintained in a relationship. He talks about how one small mistake could mean the difference between life and death, just like a small mistake in a relationship can lead to betrayal and hurt. The risk in love is great, and one must be cautious and aware to avoid hurting the other person. He highlights that the speed at which love develops can be dangerous, and one must be careful not to go too fast.
Kensrue goes on to reflect on the trust that must exist in a relationship, especially in difficult times. He asks if he can trust his partner to carry him through when things get tough. He acknowledges that there is no such thing as complete safety, but he believes in the power of a promise, and he believes that his partner will keep their promise to support him through thick and thin.
The overall message of the song is one of caution and trust. It is crucial to be careful and avoid making mistakes that could hurt your partner, but it is equally necessary to trust your partner and believe in their support when times get tough. The metaphor of mixing chemicals adds a layer of depth to the song and makes it memorable.
Line by Line Meaning
Mix the chemicals right dear, mix the chemicals right
Take the necessary steps to handle love with care
Yeah the margin of error is slight
There is a significant risk involved in dealing with love
Mix the chemicals right dear
Handle love with care
Yeah you know that you could
Taking risks could lead to saving a life
Save my life
Prevent my heart from being broken
Yeah you know there's a fine line between
Love can easily turn into betrayal
Cause i know what betrayal can mean
I am aware of the dangers of trusting too easily
When this frame fails me
When I'm no longer able to rely on myself
Will i trust you to carry me through?
Will you support and guide me through tough times?
I know there's no such thing as safety
Love cannot always guarantee safety
But i know what a promise can do.
But I believe in the power of a promise
Will i trust you, will i trust you to carry me through?
Will you be there for me when I need you?
I will trust you, cause i know what a promise can do
I will trust you because of your commitment to me
Contributed by Samantha H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.