Brave
First State Lyrics

"Brave" by First State is a song that explores vulnerability and self-doubt in the face of change. The first verse talks about the singer's struggle to hold onto their beliefs and values as they feel themselves being pulled in different directions. They talk about feeling lost and disconnected, using imagery such as cold bones and being anchored to the ground. They also reference losing their religion, perhaps implying that they feel like they're losing their sense of purpose or direction.

The chorus, with its repetition of the phrase "If I was brave," speaks to the singer's desire to be able to face whatever challenges come their way without feeling fear or hesitation. They long to be able to share their true selves with the world without fear of judgment or rejection. However, they feel trapped by their own insecurities and the pressures of time. They acknowledge that they are not currently brave, but wish that they were.

The second verse takes a more positive turn and focuses on the beauty in communication and connection. The singer talks about how they love the way someone else's movements can reveal their thoughts and emotions. They then use a metaphor of "peeling the labels off my Gods and inspiration" to suggest that they are stripping away the external trappings of their beliefs and ideas to get to the heart of what's truly important. The final line about recycling what we think we know suggests that the singer is open to new ideas and perspectives, even if they contradict what they've believed in the past.