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Behind The Barn Door
J. M. Smig Lyrics
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To send the scent of blame to the grave
Set the darkest thoughts on fire
And watched the ashes climb to Heaven's gates
We hide behind the crimson door
While the summer is killed by the fall
Alive behind the crimson door
While the winter sings: "Your love will be the death of me" (Death of me)
Death served wine for lovers
Brought from the world where devils reign
And intoxicated angels with sorrow
They witnessed in the eyes of their slaves
We hide behind the crimson door
While the summer is killed by the fall
Alive behind the crimson door
While the winter sings: "Your love will be the death of me" (Death of me)
"Your love will be the death of me"
We hide behind the crimson door
While the summer is killed by the fall
Alive behind the crimson door while the winter sings: "Your love will be the death of me" (Death of me)
"Your love will be the death of me"
We hide behind the crimson door
While the summer is killed by the fall
Alive behind the crimson door while the winter sings: "Your love will be the death of me" (Death of me)
"Your love will be the death of me"
We hide behind the crimson door
We hide behind the crimson door
We hide behind the crimson door
We hide behind the crimson door
The lyrics of J. M. Smig's song "Behind the Barn Door" touch on themes of death, love and the human inclination to hide behind seemingly secure places or situations. The opening verse refers to a person covering time with flowers, perhaps indicating an attempt to escape the inevitability of death. However, the scent of blame still lingers and serves as a reminder of the dark thoughts and emotions that continue to exist. The line "Set the darkest thoughts on fire" suggests a willingness to confront these emotions and move forward.
The chorus repeats the phrase "We hide behind the crimson door" indicating a sense of safety or refuge, perhaps from the outside world or from one's inner demons. The phrase "while the summer is killed by the fall" may indicate the fleeting nature of happiness or positive experiences, which are replaced by darker thoughts and emotions. The notion that "Your love will be the death of me" may indicate the dangers of becoming too attached to someone or something, as it could ultimately lead to one's downfall.
Overall, the lyrics of "Behind the Barn Door" convey a sense of darkness, introspection, and a search for meaning amidst life's struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Covered the carcass of time with flowers
We tried to hide our past mistakes and failures with beautiful things, hoping to forget and move on.
To send the scent of blame to the grave
We tried to cover up our guilt and responsibility for our mistakes by burying them and pretending they don't exist.
Set the darkest thoughts on fire
We tried to get rid of our negative and harmful thoughts by burning them and destroying them completely.
And watched the ashes climb to Heaven's gates
We watched as the remains of our negative thoughts and actions rose up towards a higher power, perhaps hoping for forgiveness or redemption.
We hide behind the crimson door
We try to shield ourselves from the outside world and its judgment by hiding behind a symbolic, protective barrier.
While the summer is killed by the fall
While we try to protect ourselves, time continues to pass us by and the seasons change, symbolizing the inevitability of change and the passage of time.
Alive behind the crimson door
Despite our attempts to hide from the world, we are still alive and present, even if only in a limited capacity.
While the winter sings: 'Your love will be the death of me' (Death of me)
The harshness of winter serves as a metaphor for the difficulty and pain that can come with love. The repetition of 'death of me' emphasizes the potentially dangerous and destructive nature of love.
Death served wine for lovers
The idea of 'death serving wine' represents the danger and risk involved in love, highlighting how easily it can become toxic or harmful.
Brought from the world where devils reign
The world of love can be a dangerous and dark place, controlled by negative forces and emotions.
And intoxicated angels with sorrow
Those who engage in love can become overwhelmed and 'intoxicated' by their emotions, often leading to feelings of sadness or loss.
They witnessed in the eyes of their slaves
Those who fall in love can become enslaved to their emotions, losing their sense of independence and control in the process.
We hide behind the crimson door
Repeated again, this line emphasizes the importance placed on hiding and protecting oneself from the world.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: VILLE VALO, VILLE HERMANNI VALO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rudy
The discs are to be installed at the top of the door to stop it from jumping off the rail track.
The two plastic anchors are to be used to screw the bottom guide in case you have concrete floors.
DriedMoss
I always watch this channel for advice, and for getting an edge on my home improvement skills. Most of what I know about projects like these, I have learned from this channel. Over the last two years, Home RenoVision has been tremendously helpful. Now, taking what I have learned, I would offer only to install/orientate the bump stop key screws to be on the top, so they’re hidden, and the handle on the left, when opening to the right (handle on the right if opening to the left). I know these guys are very professional, and they are likely installing based on the client’s wishes. I only offer these two cents, has I just recently installed my own barn door in the master bedroom and went through these parts of installation myself.
Kathleen Pead
I've watched lots of videos on building things in my home and I really like how you explain things so simply and with a sense of humor! Enjoyable to watch ....and Learn! Now I'm going to go hang my homemade barn doors!
Timothy Cyr
Just what I needed! I am building double sliding doors with mirrors for my daughters closet. One door slides behind the other. Still deciding if the door that goes behind the front door should have the mirror or chalk board surface to write on and decorate herself as she loves to draw.
Dr Seuss
Awesome video love the anchors : )
Whenever there's for trim to clear you have to go with a board up top, 3/4-5/4, looks cool with black bolts or ledger locks, I guess you could shim out the top track with nuts and paint then black so long as your mounted solid in a header or so sneaky wise backing like this guy
Jon N
This dude is just a really awesome individual, so talented and skilled in his trade and makes everything look so easy and seamless, and yet so humble.
sherri rowan
Pragmatic and honest.Great tips. Great vid. Plain and simple and true. Keep em coming, please. Thanks so much for sharing this.
Queen Lorea
I love your handy heart technique you add to each project. Great job❣️
I'm Jerome and YES, I can fix it!
I did not quite see how the door is holding down at the bottom to the base board. Really nice door and with the mirror, looks fancy! Love watching your videos. Thank you
Joanie Sprague
I'd highly recommend trying out the Metabo HPT 36v impact driver... there are power settings so you don't over do it on the lag bolts. (and extra power settings for when you need it..) Pretty great driver.