Brooke Singer, who previously played in the much-loved Ragamuffin Children folk band and the shoegaze outfit The O’Lovelys, and jazz guitarist John Fitzgerald, formed the duo in 2011 after they both graduated from university. They have toured in New Zealand, and played alongside the likes of Jess Chambers, Darren Hanlon and Tiny Ruins. In 2012 they released a lo-fi video for their song ‘Claimed by the Sea’ before the release of their debut EP ‘Claimed by the Sea’ on March 1st via the Wellington music collective ‘Home Alone Music’ also home to Urbantramper, Timothy Blackman and City Oh Sigh.
Their music has been described by bloggers as being “beautifully enchanted” and “haunting, to say the least”.
Goat
French For Rabbits Lyrics
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Even if it's my fault
It's not like I don't know how to say it
It's just that I won't, it's just that I won't
It's not like I have a heart of gold
But I'm honest to a fault
And I'm as stubborn as a goddamn goat
Don't know which way to turn to, to keep afloat
I'm traveling on a drowning boat
Gottao keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Keep up keep up keep up, never lose sight
Keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Never let go of the light
Got to, keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Keep up keep up keep up never lose sight
Of who you are
Of who you are
I won't be the first to say I'm sorry
Even if it is my fault
It's not like I don't know how to say it
It's just that I won't, it's just that I wont
It's not like I have a heart of gold but I'm honest to a fault
And I'm as stubborn as a goddamn goat
The lyrics to French For Rabbits' song "Goat" speak to the difficulty of apologizing, even when it's clear that one has made a mistake. The singer acknowledges that they know how to say sorry, but they refuse to be the first one to do so, even if it's their fault. They confess that they have faults, but they are stubborn and honest to a fault. At times, they become overwhelmed by their emotions and don't know which way to go to keep themselves from drowning. The chorus serves as a reminder to keep fighting, to never let go of the light and to stay true to oneself.
The repetition of the phrase "keep up the good fight" emphasizes the resilience and determination needed to navigate life's challenges. The metaphor of a drowning boat emphasizes the struggle to stay afloat and the importance of perseverance. The use of the phrase "heart of gold" contrasts the singer's behavior with their intrinsic qualities, implying that they have a kind heart despite their reluctance to apologize.
Overall, the song reminds us that it's difficult to admit when we're wrong and apologize, even if it's the right thing to do. It encourages us to stay true to ourselves, to keep fighting, and to never lose sight of who we are.
Line by Line Meaning
I won't be the first to say I'm sorry
I am hesitant to apologize or admit fault in a situation.
Even if it's my fault
Even if I know I am to blame.
It's not like I don't know how to say it
I have the ability to say sorry or take responsibility.
It's just that I won't, it's just that I won't
However, I am choosing not to do so on this occasion.
It's not like I have a heart of gold
I am not inherently kind or selfless.
But I'm honest to a fault
I am honest, sometimes to the point of causing problems.
And I'm as stubborn as a goddamn goat
I can be very determined and unyielding in my beliefs or actions.
Sometimes I hurt so much when everything builds up
At times, I become overwhelmed with emotions and have trouble coping.
Don't know which way to turn to, to keep afloat
I am unsure of how to handle everything and keep myself afloat.
I'm traveling on a drowning boat
I feel like I am in a losing battle or a difficult situation.
Keep up keep up keep up the good fight
I need to keep trying and pushing forward, despite hardship.
Never let go of the light
I need to hold onto hope and positivity, even when things seem bleak.
Of who you are
I need to remember my true self and identity, even during tough times.
Contributed by Claire A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sriezan Koirala
I won't be the first to say I'm sorry
Even if it's my fault
It's not like I don't know how to say it
It's just that I won't
It's just that I won't
It's not like I have a heart of gold
But I'm honest to a fault
And I'm as stubborn as a garden goat
Sometimes I hurt so much
When everything builds up
Don't know which way to turn to, to keep afloat
I'm traveling on a drowning boat
Got to, keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Keep up keep up keep up never lose sight
Keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Never let go of the light
Got to, keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Keep up keep up keep up never lose sight
Of who you are
Of who you are
I won't be the first to say I'm sorry
Even if it is my fault
It's not like I don't know how to say it
It's just that I won't
It's just that I won't
It's not like I have a heart of gold
But I'm honest to a fault
And I'm as stubborn as a goat
Damn goat
Rotified
I won't be the first to say I'm sorry
Even if it's my fault
It's not like I don't know how to say it
It's just that I won't, it's just that I won't
It's not like I have a heart of gold
But I'm honest to a fault
And I'm as stubborn as a goddamn goat
Sometimes I hurt so much when everything builds up
Don't know which way to turn to, to keep afloat
I'm traveling on a drowning boat
Gottao keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Keep up keep up keep up, never lose sight
Keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Never let go of the light
Got to, keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Keep up keep up keep up never lose sight
Of who you are
Of who you are
I won't be the first to say I'm sorry
Even if it is my fault
It's not like I don't know how to say it
It's just that I won't, it's just that I wont
It's not like I have a heart of gold but I'm honest to a fault
And I'm as stubborn as a goddamn goat
vanuvidivici
i’m going through such a tough moment in my life rn, i don’t have any friends or someone to count on, i feel like everything is my fault, for the evil i caused, for the decisions i made, i feel like everything i’ve ever done is falling over me like a big wave and i can’t handle this alone, thanks for singing these lyrics so maybe i can keep going, singing along with you as we gotta keep up, keep up, keep up good fight, keep up, keep, keep up, never let go of the light.
i’m trying not to lose sight of who i am. although it’s hard sometimes. i’ll keep believing.
Kayline Alsen
Every word. I relate
French for Rabbits
hope you are doing better today! <3
Suraiya Onnesha
this song has left me speechless.
something about the song tugs at my feels.
Alekoxid
:)
IamDaboya
Keep going back to this song. Magical!
krin
this song is so powerful it feels like it's grasping my soul
Sriezan Koirala
I won't be the first to say I'm sorry
Even if it's my fault
It's not like I don't know how to say it
It's just that I won't
It's just that I won't
It's not like I have a heart of gold
But I'm honest to a fault
And I'm as stubborn as a garden goat
Sometimes I hurt so much
When everything builds up
Don't know which way to turn to, to keep afloat
I'm traveling on a drowning boat
Got to, keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Keep up keep up keep up never lose sight
Keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Never let go of the light
Got to, keep up keep up keep up the good fight
Keep up keep up keep up never lose sight
Of who you are
Of who you are
I won't be the first to say I'm sorry
Even if it is my fault
It's not like I don't know how to say it
It's just that I won't
It's just that I won't
It's not like I have a heart of gold
But I'm honest to a fault
And I'm as stubborn as a goat
Damn goat
ThePeterofl
Just heard this song on C4 and it really touched my heart. Thankyou for writing such a beautiful song.
Pinky
I love this song! The lyrics hit so close to home.