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.
Silk Road
Kaddisfly Lyrics
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Memories help us understand time
and help us to come to terms with what's been placed inside.
Inside every one of our minds a small child hides
life is not a perfect game
But you will never know all the lives that I've led
And you may never see me for the grain of sand I am
Life is not a perfect game
Fault isn't the emerald sky
It is the ivory lie told through our eyes
when there's no other way out, there is another way out
your feet are the ground, one field of white
Crimson solitude lends yellow waves
Patches of what was green now is white
And what was future now is hindsight
Brick and turquoise, dancing violet strands
Bluish topaz acquiescent nerves bleed magenta
among other things gossip betrays confidence
so avoid the ones with the quick tongues
those who talk away, way too much
pour one out for those who've been blessed with the gift of silence and the grace to use it
electro magnetics would have us to believe vision is dead
so open your ears and listen, the colors will come in,
they will rush in your childish eyes
we are the speed of light
and we ride frequencies like the wind
and as we stop to rest on a wavelength
or up against an old oak tree
we are a leather bound story,
and the book is the only thing keeping us alive
we are the speed of light
just wait
The lyrics to Kaddisfly's song Silk Road can be interpreted in many ways. The first two lines "I am a blank page. Today the sky is filled with color..." set the tone for the rest of the song. It seems to be a meditation on life and the passing of time. The reference to memories helping us understand time suggests that the singer is reflecting on their life and the experiences that have shaped them. The line "life is not a perfect game" suggests that the singer has experienced some hardships along the way, but has come to terms with them.
The second verse talks about the idea of identity and how there is more to a person than what can be seen on the surface. The line "you will never know all the lives that I've led" suggests that the singer has had many different experiences and has lived many different lives throughout their lifetime. The line "life is not a perfect game" is repeated, suggesting that the struggles in life can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself. The third verse focuses on the idea of perception and how we can deceive ourselves with lies. The line "fault isn't the emerald sky, it is the ivory lie told through our eyes" suggests that our own perceptions can cause us to see things in a certain way, even if it isn't accurate.
Overall, the song seems to be a meditation on life and the passing of time. It touches on themes of identity, perception, and the struggles that we all face. The use of imagery throughout the song is striking, with references to colors, landscapes, and emotions. It is a powerful reminder to reflect on our own lives and experiences, and to embrace all that makes us who we are.
Line by Line Meaning
I am a blank page. Today the sky is filled with color, bringing a vibrance and tranquility to the landscape. For the moment, my mind is clear.
The singer is feeling peaceful and artistic as they look at the colorful sky, and they are willing to express themselves through their art.
Memories help us understand time
and help us to come to terms with what's been placed inside.
Inside every one of our minds a small child hides
life is not a perfect game
Memories are important for learning life lessons and accepting oneself. Everyone carries a childlike innocence within them, but life can be unpredictable and unfair.
You will know me by my given name
But you will never know all the lives that I've led
And you may never see me for the grain of sand I am
Life is not a perfect game
The singer wants to be known beyond their given name and wants people to understand them completely. However, they also accept that everyone has their own unique struggles in life.
Fault isn't the emerald sky
It is the ivory lie told through our eyes
when there's no other way out, there is another way out
your feet are the ground, one field of white
Nature is not flawed, but humans can be deceitful. When people feel trapped, they should remember that they can still have hope and that the ground beneath them is pure.
Crimson solitude lends yellow waves
Patches of what was green now is white
And what was future now is hindsight
Brick and turquoise, dancing violet strands
Bluish topaz acquiescent nerves bleed magenta
The world can be mysterious and unpredictable, with unexpected changes and transitions. The singer sees beauty in these natural phenomena and describes them using vivid colors.
among other things gossip betrays confidence
so avoid the ones with the quick tongues
those who talk away, way too much
pour one out for those who've been blessed with the gift of silence and the grace to use it
Gossip destroys trust and people should avoid those who spread rumors. The singer appreciates those who are able to keep quiet and use silence as a virtue.
electro magnetics would have us to believe vision is dead
so open your ears and listen, the colors will come in,
they will rush in your childish eyes
In a world that values technology over nature, people should try to appreciate the sounds around them and let their imagination fill in the colors.
we are the speed of light
and we ride frequencies like the wind
People are constantly moving and evolving, and they should embrace change as a natural part of life.
and as we stop to rest on a wavelength
or up against an old oak tree
we are a leather bound story,
and the book is the only thing keeping us alive
we are the speed of light
When people pause and reflect on their life, they are like a book with a unique story. The metaphorical book is what makes people who they are and helps them move forward.
just wait
The singer wants the listener to stay tuned for what comes next in their life, as if something good is about to happen.
Contributed by Camilla K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.