After bassist, Kile Brewer, left Kaddisfly with his wife to 'start a new chapter of his life' in early winter 2008, with no hard feelings by the remaining Kaddisfly cast--a new band was formed,Water & Bodies.
Empire
Kaddisfly Lyrics
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Where perfect vision may not offer
The correct point of view; a place where
Right angles may not produce
The correct geometry
By far, a discerning eye is better than a critical mind
With swiftly tilting minds
And wings that are made of humility, yeah
We are quiet like birds
With secrets like butterflies
And we can only fly if we use our wings
Bridges are built to get us from where we are
To where we are going
In order for them to be built in
A decent fashion
We need to believe
In where we are
And where we came from
And where we are going
We're going, we're going...
By far, by far, a humble heart beats a full stomach
We are quiet like birds
With swiftly tilting minds
And wings that are made of humility, yeah
We are quiet like birds
With secrets like butterflies
And we can only fly if we use our wings
Our lives are bridges
We all build bridges
Our lives are bridges
We all build bridges
How big is a rainbow?
How big is a smile?
And can you tell me which weighs more?
Are you scared of what's in your head?
Or the world outside of it?
We are... quiet like birds
With swiftly tilting minds
And wings that are made of humility, yeah
We are quiet like birds
With secrets like butterflies
And we can only fly if we use our wings
Our lives are bridges
We all build bridges
We can all fly if
We'd just believe
The lyrics to Kaddisfly's song Empire are a reflection on the human experience, and how our perceptions of the world and our place in it are constantly shifting. The opening verses describe the planet as "swiftly tilting," a metaphor for the impermanence of our understanding of reality. What may seem perfect or correct from one angle may appear entirely different from another perspective. The song urges us to embrace life's uncertainties and to value insight over critical thinking.
The metaphor of birds with "swiftly tilting minds" speaks to the constant movement and evolution of our thoughts and beliefs. The imagery of wings made of humility underscores the importance of remaining open-minded and receptive to new ideas. The chorus reinforces the idea that we hold the power to soar to new heights if we trust in ourselves and our abilities.
The final verses liken our lives to bridges that require belief in our past, present, and future to be built and traversed successfully. The song concludes with a series of thought-provoking questions, challenging the listener to consider what truly matters in life and to confront their fears head-on.
Overall, Kaddisfly's Empire is an introspective and uplifting meditation on the human experience, encouraging us to embrace life's uncertainties and embrace our inner strength.
Line by Line Meaning
This is the swiftly tilting planet
The world we live in is constantly changing and unpredictable.
Where perfect vision may not offer
The correct point of view; a place where
Right angles may not produce
The correct geometry
Despite our desire for perfection and order, reality isn't always what we think it is.
By far, a discerning eye is better than a critical mind
It is better to observe and learn than to judge and criticize.
We are quiet like birds
With swiftly tilting minds
And wings that are made of humility, yeah
We are quiet like birds
With secrets like butterflies
And we can only fly if we use our wings
We are introspective and contemplative beings, who must remain humble and true to ourselves if we wish to achieve our goals and soar like butterflies.
Bridges are built to get us from where we are
To where we are going
In order for them to be built in
A decent fashion
We need to believe
In where we are
And where we came from
And where we are going
We're going, we're going...
Our lives are journeys, and we must have faith in ourselves and our abilities if we hope to reach our destination.
By far, by far, a humble heart beats a full stomach
It is better to be humble and content than to be wealthy and egotistical.
Our lives are bridges
We all build bridges
Our lives are bridges
We all build bridges
Our experiences, relationships, and choices are the building blocks of our lives.
How big is a rainbow?
How big is a smile?
And can you tell me which weighs more?
The questions we ask and the way we view the world can influence our beliefs and attitudes.
Are you scared of what's in your head?
Or the world outside of it?
We must confront our fears and uncertainties, whether they stem from within ourselves or from the world around us.
We are... quiet like birds
With swiftly tilting minds
And wings that are made of humility, yeah
We are quiet like birds
With secrets like butterflies
And we can only fly if we use our wings
We must remain open-minded and adaptable, just as birds and butterflies are, if we wish to grow and succeed.
Our lives are bridges
We all build bridges
We can all fly if
We'd just believe
We can achieve anything we set our minds to, as long as we have the courage to believe in ourselves and take action towards our goals.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave
Written by: JEAN BAPTISTE MARIE DE LAUBIER, JEAN BAPTISTE DE LAUBIER
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Trypp Delarose
This was my favorite band in high school. Still listening in 2019
allmediareviews.blogspot.com
not HS for me (I'm 42), but I listened to Set Sail for well over a year, It was just so addictive and uplifting.
J D
same bro
Talonderiel
These guys are awesome live!! Loved their cds, they totally surprised me live and hooked me.... Didn't know who they were when they opened for Circa Survive and Rise Against in Orlando
Fire Manz
This song deserves more praise ....
Timothy J. Roberts
I remember finding out about these guys on PureVolume (RIP). Still good!
Joe Bleaux
I got stupid lucky with finding these guys, someone recommended them in a YT comment section years ago and I looked them up on a random whim. So glad I did, these guys are criminally underrated.
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i still love them!!!!!
Sam Crittenden
That voice is amazing, this is why Kaddisfly is one of the best bands EVER!
Bofa Deez
Completely chill song. This will have to go on my iPod cause' it will definately be amazing for longboarding this summer :D