The band name was formed by the initials of the surnames of Mehldau, Turner and Bernstein.
Crush
M.t.b. Lyrics
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I've got my spine, I've got my orange crush
(Collar me, don't collar me)
I've got my spine, I've got my orange crush
(We are agents of the free)
I've had my fun and now it's time
To serve your conscience overseas (over me, not over me)
Coming in fast, over me
(Follow me, don't follow me)
I've got my spine, I've got my orange crush
(Collar me, don't collar me)
I've got my spine, I've got my orange crush
(We are agents of the free)
I've had my fun and now it's time
To serve your conscience overseas (over me, not over me)
Coming in fast, over me
(Follow me, don't follow me)
I've got my spine, I've got my orange crush
(Collar me, don't collar me)
I've got my spine, I've got my orange crush
(We are agents of the free)
I've had my fun and now it's time
To serve your conscience overseas (over me, not over me)
Coming in fast, over me
The song "Crush" by M.t.b. features lyrics that are quite enigmatic and open to interpretation. On the surface, the lyrics seem to be about someone who is confident and independent (having "their spine" and "orange crush") but is also willing to serve something greater than themselves ("to serve your conscience overseas"). The repetition of the lines "follow me, don't follow me" and "collar me, don't collar me" can be seen as a commentary on the contradictions and complexities of individuality and leadership.
The phrase "orange crush" may also hold further meaning. It could be interpreted as a reference to the orange soda brand, which has a distinctive and bold taste. This could be seen as a metaphor for the singer's own boldness and uniqueness. Alternatively, the phrase could be a nod to the chemical Agent Orange, which was used during the Vietnam War and had devastating effects on both soldiers and civilians. This would tie into the theme of serving one's conscience overseas and the consequences of war.
Line by Line Meaning
(Follow me, don't follow me)
I am not sure of what I want you to do - follow or not follow me.
I've got my spine, I've got my orange crush
I have a strong sense of self and an obsession with orange crush soda.
(Collar me, don't collar me)
I am undecided on whether I want to be controlled or left alone.
I've had my fun and now it's time
I have enjoyed myself, but I know it's time to move on.
To serve your conscience overseas (over me, not over me)
I need to fulfill my duty to society and do what is right, even if that means going overseas.
Coming in fast, over me
Changes are happening quickly and I am feeling overwhelmed.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: William Thomas Berry, Peter Lawrence Buck, Michael E. Mills, John Michael Stipe
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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2019 Update! He made this year's crash reel!
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super fun to cut this one together, biggest trouble was trying to remember all the moments from the year!
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