Safety Bricks
Kevin Drew Lyrics
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The ending begins inside of the heart
The people, they love to remember your name
It's a hospital bed but it's all just the same
Why did you leave when you'll return?
Your past is your future, your future will learn
The crows that fly, we'll try not to find
So I want kids with safety bricks
And a car that's quick, so we can split
Why did protection burn down your home?
The smoke was so rich that they gave you a throne
Turning clue hands into sunrise
Three times the charm, three times you pay the price
So I want kids with safety bricks
And a car that's quick, so we can split
So I want kids with safety bricks
And a car that's quick, so we can split
The miniature live inside of a grin
I'll stop for a moment and try to refrain
I'm hoping you learn just like when you were a kid
Let's hop a fence and do what we always did
The lyrics to Kevin Drew's Safety Bricks suggest a contemplative tone that alludes to introspection about past choices and future consequences. The first two lines express the idea that beginnings and endings are not always clear-cut, and that the starting point of an experience is often shaped by the emotions and thoughts that one carries with them. The next two lines seem to touch on the idea that people often want to be remembered by others, regardless of whether their actions were positive or negative. The song later explores the concept of protection, the pain of loss (embodied in the reference to a burned home), and the hope of learning from past mistakes.
The repeating chorus, "So I want kids with safety bricks, and a car that's quick, so we can split," seems to convey a desire for a fresh start, and a commitment to making better choices in the future. The lines "Turning clue hands into sunrise, three times the charm, three times you pay the price" suggest that redemption is possible but may require multiple attempts to get it right. The final lines of the song, "Let's hop a fence and do what we always did," convey a sense of nostalgia and imply that some pleasures in life can be enjoyed even amidst difficult circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
You can never really start from the start
Beginning anything isn't possible from the very beginning.
The ending begins inside of the heart
Your heart knows when something is going to end.
The people, they love to remember your name
People enjoy keeping names of people they liked in their memory.
It's a hospital bed but it's all just the same
Being in a hospital bed feels like being in any other bed in the end.
Why did you leave when you'll return?
Going away knowing you'll come back doesn't make sense.
Your past is your future, your future will learn
Your history will shape your future.
The crows that fly, we'll try not to find
We should not bother finding the crows that fly away.
Do things once you know you'll do it twice
Complete tasks when you're sure you'll have to do them again.
So I want kids with safety bricks
The artist desires children to have safe toys.
And a car that's quick, so we can split
The artist desires a fast car to leave when necessary.
Why did protection burn down your home?
How could the very thing that was supposed to protect you cause your ruin?
The smoke was so rich that they gave you a throne
The power and control that comes along with destruction and chaos is intoxicating.
Turning clue hands into sunrise
Transforming unclear and confusing situations into clarity.
Three times the charm, three times you pay the price
Things may look appealing the third time, but it usually ends up costing you more.
The miniature live inside of a grin
Small joys and happy moments can be found in a genuine smile.
I'll stop for a moment and try to refrain
I'll pause and hold back for a moment.
I'm hoping you learn just like when you were a kid
Learning new things should always excite you like it did when you were young.
Let's hop a fence and do what we always did
Let's relive the memories of our youth and do things we used to do.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kevin Drew
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toby s
i looked up at the sky in my yard tonight, listening to this song. i looked back on the last decade and i swear ive never felt so alive.
toby s
this years sucked
Fairoz Noor
This song can be on repeat many times. Especially when you traveling outback australia on a train. While reading and pondering life ahead. Excellent music song lyrics.This is really super, Drew. In fact the entire album is well crafted.
Kleimeyer
absolutely, its different to all others.. maybe i'm just drunk on chocolate milk, but words can't describe how great the canadian indie music scene is. perfect for lack of a better word. not much other music makes you feel this way.
MasureMr
This song is so powerful for me. Too many feelings in 4 minutes. Broken Social Scene and Kevin are far.... This song will go through years, quietly.
Past to Present
Arts and Crafts us absolutely amazing. The collection of cutting edge humble musicians they have managed to rally is extraordinary! Such brilliant music that proves Canadians can make beautiful, timeless music.
drew mckenzie
BSS make the best music! can't wait for the new album out in may
DJtoocoofooyoo
Great Vid! Kevin Drew is an artistic genius. I prefer Brendan Canning's sound, but I cant deny the talent of Drew!
Daniel L
Amazing song, so peaceful.
shoDOHC
BOTTOM LINE: ALL of Broken Social Scene is the very best in music I have encountered to date (good for at least 10-20 yrs). They just do it right..and no words can put an accurate description on this! THANK YOU.