Discography:
2011 - The Escape (EP)2013 - Knives, Knives, Knives (EP)2013 - See Dreams (EP)2015 - Ghost Stories (EP)2016 - Elegies (EP)2018 - Hyperreal2020 - Alternate (EP)2020 - Continuum (EP)2024 - Wave Machine
Current members:
Andy Cizek - Vocals (since 2017)Eric Stewart - GuitarMatt Beljan - GuitarJohn Tomasso - BassKevin Beljan - Drums
Past members:
Spencer Pearson - Vocals (2016-2017)Brandon Sky Cullen - Vocals (2011-2016)Lindsay England - Piano/Keys (2011-2015)
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Subtitles
Makari Lyrics
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And I own up because I don't understand a single line
Right now, I finally figured out,
The meaning of the words fixed on the big screen
So what, I finally figured out,
You're nothing more than unnecessary movie scenes
A silver film star, form around me, forever young
Right now, I finally figured out,
The meaning of the words fixed on the big screen
So what, I finally figured out,
You're nothing more than unnecessary movie scenes
You're playing camera tricks again,
You're telling me, to smile with the cap still on the lens
Right now, I finally figured out,
The meaning of the words fixed on the big screen
So what, I finally figured out,
You're nothing more than unnecessary movie scenes
And I just want you to know, that I know, that you know,
That you've been lying, and its all just a part of your show
And I just want you to know, that I know, that you know,
That you've been lying, and its all been just a part of your show
It's all been just a part of your show
It's all been just a part of your show
The lyrics of Makari's song Subtitles seem to deal with themes of deception and seeing through the fabricated facade of someone or something. The metaphor used throughout the song is that of a movie screen, with the persona of the song referencing silver film stars and crystal light. The opening line "Silver film stars, defeat into the machine" could be interpreted as the stars being absorbed into the machinery of the film industry and the persona feeling lost as a result.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the persona finally figuring out the meaning behind the words "fixed on the big screen" and recognizing that the subject of the song is just "unnecessary movie scenes." This could be seen as the persona realizing that someone they once trusted or admired is just a fictional character created for the entertainment of others.
In the bridge, the persona references "camera tricks" and "smiling with the cap still on the lens," which could further emphasize the idea of deceit and manipulation. The repetition of the phrase "And I just want you to know, that I know, that you know" drives home the point that the persona sees through the deception and wants the subject to know that their true character has been revealed.
Overall, Subtitles by Makari seems to be a thought-provoking commentary on the entertainment industry and the personas created within it. It could be interpreted as a warning about getting too invested in fictional characters and celebrities, while also serving as a reminder to stay true to oneself and avoid the temptation to manipulate others.
Line by Line Meaning
Silver film stars, defeat into the machine
The fame and stardom that people pursue, ultimately gets swallowed up and lost in the entertainment industry
And I own up because I don't understand a single line
I take responsibility for not comprehending the superficiality of popular culture
Right now, I finally figured out, The meaning of the words fixed on the big screen
At this moment, I've come to understand the emptiness of the messages shown on the screen
So what, I finally figured out, You're nothing more than unnecessary movie scenes
It doesn't matter, I've realized that you're just unimportant and irrelevant moments in this artificial world
A silver film star, form around me, forever young
The illusion of ideal beauty and eternal youth created by the film industry entraps me
Because I live inside this movie screen, crystal light
I am so consumed by the fantasy projected on the screen, that it becomes my reality
You're playing camera tricks again, You're telling me, to smile with the cap still on the lens
You are manipulating me once more, forcing me to put up a facade even though it's pointless
And I just want you to know, that I know, that you know, That you've been lying, and its all just a part of your show
I want to make it clear that I understand that you are deceiving me, and that it's just a performance to maintain your power
It's all been just a part of your show
Everything has just been a part of your theatrical production to keep your audience engaged
Contributed by Scarlett H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.