Brother
Nick And The Babes Lyrics
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Back in the old days, I didn't know then
It was bye bye me to remember my friend
But I was always taught there ain't 'nough a go around
Deep in the culture the wounding lays saying
"You ain't there 'til you claim on a prize"
And I was out chasing tails, feet off the ground
Being a brother to you wasn't easy for me
Head full of toxic scenes and other people's dreams
Oh, my days what a waste if I can turn it back make the change
I have missed your face, your mind, your company
So much feeling in a heart of stone
But too much pride to pick up the phone
I ran and took for granted you'd be there
'Cause we are brothers of the soul
We drove it like we stole it
All these years of holding back how much I care
Being a brother to you wasn't easy for me
Head full of toxic scenes and other people's dreams
Oh, my days what a waste if we can turn it back make the change
I have missed your face, your mind, your company
Your company
And the easy feeling free as it used to be
Oh
Being a brother to you wasn't easy for me
Head full of toxic scenes and other people's dreams
Oh, my days what a waste if we can turn it back make the change
I have missed your face, your mind, your company
(Being a brother to you)
Here is my heart, just so you know
Here is my heart just so you know
(Being a brother to you)
Here is my call you up, my tender touch, my miss you much
Oh, here is my heart, just so you know
Being a brother to you wasn't easy for me
Head full of toxic scenes and other people's dreams
The lyrics to Nick And The Babes' song "Brother" speak of a person who is struggling with alcohol addiction and the pain that comes with it. The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics where the person admits to having an empty cup and no money left to buy more whiskey. They are forced to go home, which implies that they may have been drinking for a while and it has taken a toll on their life.
In the following verse, the person describes themselves as the "captain of my pain," indicating that they are in control of their addiction and the pain that comes with it. They list the bits and bridles that are often used in horse riding, giving the impression that they are trying to reign in their addiction in the same way. They then ask their brother to buy them another drink so that they can explain the nature of their pain.
The subsequent verses tell of the person's complicated relationship with a woman who might have contributed to their addiction but also of their struggle to leave her. The person is conflicted about his feelings towards her, and at times, they wish for her death. However, they also admit that they cannot blame her entirely and that they are responsible for their actions.
Despite the heavy themes, the song ends on a somewhat bittersweet note, with the person asking their brother to fill their cup with whiskey and take a final drink before saying goodbye. In the end, the person decides to take to the road, leaving their troubles behind.
Line by Line Meaning
Brother, my cup is empty
I'm out of whiskey and need a drink
And I haven't got a penny
I don't have any money to buy more whiskey
For to buy no more whiskey
I can't afford to buy anymore whiskey
I have to go home
I need to leave because I'm broke
I am the captain of my pain
I'm responsible for my own misery
Tis the bit, the bridle
I feel restrained and under someone else's control
The trashing cane
I punish myself for my pain
The stirrup, the harness
I'm stuck in a difficult situation
And the whipping mane
I'm suffering constant torment
The pickled eye
I'm damaged and broken
And the shrinking brain
I'm losing my mind
Brother, buy me one more drink
I need another drink to open up about my pain
I'll explain the nature of my pain
I'll describe the origins of my misery
Yes, let me tell you once again
I'll repeat myself for emphasis
I cannot blame it all on her
I'm at fault for my own pain, not just her
To blame her all would be a lie
It's not fair to put all the blame on her
For many a night I lay awake
I've been suffering for a long time
And wished that I could watch her die
I wanted her to pay for her part in my misery
To see her accusing finger spurt
I wanted to see her suffer the consequences of her actions
To see flies swarm her hateful eye
I wanted to witness her pain and suffering
To watch her groaning in the dirt
I wanted her to fall from grace and to suffer humiliation
To see her clicking tongue crack dry
I wanted to see her lose her charms and attractiveness
One more drink and then goodbye
One last drink and I'm leaving
And do not mock me when I say
Don't laugh at me when I ask for another drink
Let's drink one more before I die
Let's have one last drink together
I've been sliding down on rainbows
I've been enjoying life
I've been swinging from the stars
I've been reaching for the stars
Now this wretch in beggars clothing
Now I'm reduced to begging for a drink
Bangs his cup across the bars
I'm making noise to draw attention to myself
Look, this cup of mine is empty!
My glass is empty and I need another drink
Seems I've misplaced my desires
I don't know what I want anymore
Seems I'm sweeping up the ashes
I'm cleaning up the mess I made
Of all my former fires
Of all the things that used to matter to me
And fill this tiny cup of mine
Give me more whiskey
And please, sir, make it whiskey
I specifically want whiskey, not wine
I have no head for wine
Wine doesn't agree with me
I counted up my blessings
I tried to think positively
And I counted only one
But there was only one positive thing
One tiny little blessing
A small thing to be thankful for
And now that blessings gone
And now even that is gone
So throw a dollar on the bar
Buy me one more drink to soothe my pain
Now kiss my ass and leave
Now go away, I don't want to see you anymore
Then I'm taking to the road
I'm leaving and don't know where I'm going
Yes, I'm taking to the rain
I'm leaving regardless of the weather
And I'm taking to the snow
I'm leaving regardless of the conditions
Do not let the party grieve
Don't be upset by my departure
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Nick Mulvey, Milo Fitzpatrick
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
sirian flores
Only people who didin't come from TikTok are worthy of liking this 🏆
Karis_Boyer
Yes!🏆
Urlocalfrog5
I saw you on The Beverly Halls comments lol, same message
Striker
Does it count if i first used yt short and downloaded the app cause i wanna see the original people that have the voice?
Mr Unknown
Never downloaded TikTok 😎
Odett Harvey
All the boys at the end saying " It's for the video, Karen " got me laughing so much I almost lost my breath 😂 🤣
cesqt
"Eugh.. yummeh"
Got me almost crying
"go get it squidward"
Hahejuea😂😂😂😂😂🚴♀😂😂
Cw and the Blue Enderman
The time when his dad said
"Ouh.. Yummeh"
It got me dead 💀
ya Boi opps
Same
Talis Harker
I was laughing so hard at his dad saying mmm yumeh I’m dead 😵