Trumpets Are Loud
Fastbacks Lyrics


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"My life's an awful song!
Don't know where it started going wrong."
Well then come with me today
I'll take you to where all the trumpets play
'Cause it's the sound that brings you back
Brass is just what amplifiers lack my dear
Now I know you don't know how
Don't you start to think about it now!
Since I've traveled world wide
Trumpets knew there's nowhere they can hide

And that music from afar?
I always know where all the trumpets are my dear!
Where they are
They are they
Trumpets there to save the day!
Say your lifelines disappear?
There is nothing there for you to fear




Put that hand up to your ear
I always know when trumpets will appear my dear!

Overall Meaning

The Fastbacks song "Trumpets Are Loud" is an upbeat and empowering song with lyrics that explore themes of self-discovery and finding one's true purpose. The opening line "My life's an awful song! Don't know where it started going wrong" sets the tone for the lyrics to follow. The singer seems disillusioned with their current state of being, feeling lost and uncertain. However, the chorus offers hope as the singer promises to take their listener to where "all the trumpets play." The sound of brass instruments symbolizes a sense of direction and purpose in the singer's life. They explain that "Brass is just what amplifiers lack," suggesting that a louder, more assertive sound is necessary to guide them forward.


The lyrics also speak to the idea that we all have a unique path to follow and a purpose to fulfill. The lines "Since I've traveled worldwide, Trumpets knew there's nowhere they can hide" suggest that the singer has gained a sense of clarity through their experiences and that they know where they are headed. The message is clear: If you feel lost or unsure about your life's direction, don't be afraid to put your hand up to your ear and listen for the sound of the trumpets. Trust that they will guide you to where you are meant to go.


Overall, "Trumpets Are Loud" is a hopeful and encouraging song that invites listeners to embrace their true purpose and trust in the journey ahead. The sound of the trumpets serves as a powerful metaphor for the direction and clarity that is available to all of us if we are open to it.


Line by Line Meaning

My life's an awful song!
I am unhappy with the way my life is turning out.


Don't know where it started going wrong.
I am unsure when my life became unhappy.


Well then come with me today
If you are unhappy, I will help you.


I'll take you to where all the trumpets play
I will take you to a place where you can feel happy.


'Cause it's the sound that brings you back
The sound of trumpets can make you feel happy again.


Brass is just what amplifiers lack my dear
Amplifiers cannot replicate the sound of brass.


Now I know you don't know how
I understand that you are unaware of how to feel happy.


Don't you start to think about it now!
Do not worry now, I will help you feel happy.


Since I've traveled world wide
I have traveled the world and experienced many things.


Trumpets knew there's nowhere they can hide
No matter where I go, I can always hear trumpets.


And that music from afar?
Can you hear music in the distance?


I always know where all the trumpets are my dear!
I can always locate the sound of trumpets.


Where they are
The trumpets are located.


They are they
The trumpets are present.


Trumpets there to save the day!
The sound of trumpets can make everything better.


Say your lifelines disappear?
If you feel lost and hopeless, what will you do?


There is nothing there for you to fear
Do not be afraid, I will help you feel happy again.


Put that hand up to your ear
Listen closely, the sound of trumpets is near.


I always know when trumpets will appear my dear!
I can always hear when the sound of trumpets will come.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: KURT BLOCH

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