Brother
LIVING ROOM - Mac Demarco Lyrics
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You're no better off
Living your life
Than dreaming at night
This much is true
But it's still up to you
To take my advice
So take it slowly, brother
Let it go now, brother
Take it slowly, brother
Let it go
Go home, go home
Go home, go home
You're better off dead
When your mind's been set
From nine until five
How could it be true
Well it's happened to you
So take my advice
And take it slowly, brother
Let it go now, brother
Take it slowly, brother
Let it go
Go home, go home
Go home, go home
Go home, go home
Go home, go home
Ah, ah, ah, ah
In Mac DeMarco's song "Brother", the lyrics convey a message about living a stagnant and mundane life. The line "You're no better off living your life than dreaming at night" suggests that simply going through the motions of a daily routine without actively pursuing goals or dreams can feel just as empty as not living at all. The repetition of "take my advice" throughout the song implies that the singer has learned from experience and is urging the listener to avoid making the same mistakes.
The chorus repeats the phrase "take it slowly, brother" followed by "let it go now, brother." This could be interpreted as encouragement to slow down and not rush through life without enjoying the moment, or perhaps to let go of the pressure to constantly achieve and just enjoy life as it comes. The line "You're better off dead" may sound morbid, but it could also mean that living a dull life without purpose or passion can feel like a kind of death.
Overall, "Brother" is a commentary on the importance of living a fulfilling life and pursuing one's dreams rather than just going through the motions of a mundane existence. The repeated use of "brother" throughout the song suggests a sense of camaraderie or kinship between the singer and the listener, emphasizing the importance of looking out for one another and offering advice and guidance.
Line by Line Meaning
Shit
An exclamation expressing displeasure or frustration.
You're no better off
You're not in a better position.
Living your life
Continuing your existence.
Than dreaming at night
Compared to a dream at night.
This much is true
This fact is accurate.
But it's still up to you
You still have control.
To take my advice
To heed my suggestions.
So take it slowly, brother
Proceed gradually, my friend.
Let it go now, brother
Release it at this point, my friend.
Go home, go home
Return to your dwelling.
You're better off dead
You would be in a better situation if you were deceased.
When your mind's been set
After making a decision.
From nine until five
From the start to the end of the regular workday hours.
How could it be true
How is it possible to be accurate?
Well it's happened to you
It has occurred to you.
And take it slowly, brother
Proceed gradually, my friend.
Let it go now, brother
Release it at this point, my friend.
Go home, go home
Return to your dwelling.
Ah, ah, ah, ah
An exclamation without any explicit meaning.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Macbriare Samuel Lanyon Demarco
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@therezalacerda3628
You’re no better off, living your life and dreaming at night
This much is true, but it’s still up to you to take my advice
To take it slowly, brother
Let it go now, brother
Take it slowly, brother
Let it go
Go home
You’re better off dead, when your mind’s been set from nine until five
How could it be true, well it’s happened to you, so take my advice
And take it slowly, brother
Let it go now, brother
Take it slowly, brother
Let it go
Go home
@SecondFleshMusic
This is one of Mac's lesser-known masterpieces. I put this song every time I need some encouragement in my life. I didn't discover Mac's music until fairly recently and I wonder where his tunes have been all these years. Better late than never, though.
@Machomonkey2000
This is my favorite Mac song, just feels like a pat on the back when I really need one. It's really special to me and always makes me feel better even if things are hard. Thanks Mac.
@meowson_x3
all his songs are like that lol, free therapy
@autumnlee2136
That’s facts!
@TemporiniSiqueira28
I dedicate this piece of art to my big brother. Rip 1986-2015.
Miss you always, Bruno.
@terka138
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have a younger sister, can't imagine life without her. Sending you hugs. Stay safe and strong.
@tevyakadiki3568
Rip Bruno ❤️
@xporation
we dont talk about bruno
@iannisbelcineanu4193
@@xporation man
@outcastdingo8784
Mac blew up recently and not in the way we think he would everybody's listening to his most famous songs but not masterpieces like this there good but songs like this are heavenly underrated