On 11 March 2018 the band announced, via a heartfelt email to fans, that David Jakes would be leaving for mental health reasons. In August 2018, he was subsequently replaced by Jack Bennett. In April 2020 the band released their first material with Bennett on Easy Life Records; the single “Bound” was premiered on BBC Radio One.
Members
Current
Mark Trotter (lead guitar/backing vocals)
Gavin Edgeley (drums/backing vocals)
Andrew Bushen (bass guitar)
Ross Smithwick (rhythm guitar/backing vocals)
Jack Bennett (lead vocals)
Former
Joel Mason (rhythm guitar)
David Jakes (lead vocals)
Dust & Bones
Lonely The Brave Lyrics
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Picks of pieces that are left there of the shore
Used ot be a runner that would awol any war
Leave dead the promises before I heard the roar
There was a time, when I was dust & bones
I′d get into the fiercest fire you'll ever know
There was a time, when I was dust & bones
I′d get into the deepest hole you'll ever know
Cold hard killer, barren face out in the fog
Used to be the figure that would hide beneath the docks
Back lane slitter, clean, done, broken and forgot
Cause there was a time, when I was dust & bones
I'd get into the fiercest fire you′ll ever know
There was a time, when I was dust & bones
I′d get into the deepest hole you'll ever know
I have
I have
I have
I have
I′ve heard that you've blown in
But you won′t kick the shit out of my dreams
Until I go under
Cause I've been feeling this old higher love
That sits in the middle above
Cause I′ve been feeling this old higher love
That sits in the middle above
I said a line about dust and bones
From a book about the deepest tale you'll ever know
The lyrics of "Dust & Bones" by Lonely The Brave depict a sense of transformation and resilience in the face of adversity. The singer reflects on their past, describing themselves as a "gunner type" who used to hide behind a door and pick up the remnants of a broken shore. They were also a "runner" who would desert any war, leaving behind broken promises and an uncertain future. The imagery of being "dust & bones" suggests a state of vulnerability, of being worn down and stripped to the basics.
Despite these struggles, the singer acknowledges their past, embracing the fierceness within them. They declare that they would enter the fiercest fire and deepest hole, emphasizing their determination and fearlessness. The lyrics also mention the transformation from a glimmer on the beach to a cold and hardened killer, indicating a shift in character and mindset. However, they acknowledge the loneliness and sense of being forgotten, hidden beneath the docks and slipping through back lanes.
In the final verses, the singer rejects the notion that someone will defeat their dreams. They assert that though they have been feeling an old, higher love that resides above the chaos, they won't allow anyone to diminish their aspirations. The reference to "dust and bones" from a book about the deepest tale symbolizes their personal story, one that is filled with challenges and resilience.
Overall, "Dust & Bones" portrays a journey of transformation, from vulnerability to strength, and a refusal to let circumstances define one's dreams and ambitions.
Line by Line Meaning
Used to be a gunner type that hides behind a door
I used to be someone who avoids confrontation and hides from difficult situations
Picks of pieces that are left there of the shore
I used to collect fragments and remnants of past experiences
Used to be a runner that would awol any war
I used to run away and escape from any conflicts or battles
Leave dead the promises before I heard the roar
I would break my commitments and abandon my promises before facing the consequences
There was a time, when I was dust & bones
In the past, I felt broken and empty
I'd get into the fiercest fire you'll ever know
I would willingly put myself in the most intense and challenging situations
Used to be a glimmer, up on top the beach and rock
I used to have a shining presence, standing tall and strong
Cold hard killer, barren face out in the fog
I presented myself as a tough, emotionless person, even in uncertain circumstances
Used to be the figure that would hide beneath the docks
I used to conceal myself in hidden places, avoiding the spotlight
Back lane slitter, clean, done, broken and forgot
I would slide through unnoticed in the backstreets, feeling forgotten and discarded
I have
I possess
I've heard that you've blown in
I've heard that you've arrived
But you won't kick the shit out of my dreams
However, you won't destroy or crush my aspirations
Until I go under
Unless I surrender or give up
Cause I've been feeling this old higher love
Because I've been experiencing a transcendent and profound love
That sits in the middle above
That exists in a state beyond the ordinary
I said a line about dust and bones
I mentioned a phrase or idea related to being broken and empty
From a book about the deepest tale you'll ever know
Derived from a story that delves into the most profound narrative you can imagine
Writer(s): Gavin Edgeley, David Jakes, Mark Trotter, Andrew Bushen, Ross Smithwick
Contributed by Savannah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Marek Grecicha
Just read the statement. My heart is broken but I understand completely. Go on, Dave. Lick your wounds. Heal. Breathe. But come back to us. Because your voice heals.
Dawn Tyson
I love this song! Love your band!
charlize pouzin
Quelle merveille 🤩
dan lamp
Saw these guys live a while back, fucking amazing live!
Nicole
excited to see you guys live, amazing song!
Chris Jensen
Most amazing voice! This moves me..
Dom W
Favourite song off the album!
Kris Peirs
love it !!
Jellovisi0n
I come back to this video from time to time to spot myself in it. I hope David is doing okay <3
Jordan Juarez
Son Geniales <3