Brother
Organ Lyrics


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Here we go
They're back again
Look alive , warn your friends
We are warm and we are safe
Enjoy it while you can before
Things change

We have got to take cover,
Brother
We have got to take cover,
Brother

Lie down in a field if you can
Look at the night sky
Oh, where does it end?
Sometimes it hurts when you
Care about me
But it's going to hurt more when
They take you away from me
We have go to take cover, brother
We have got to take cover, brother

Here we go again
Oh midnight knocks!
Oh explosions!
Maybe it's all made up in our heads
This happens to me when I'm bored
Or depressed

Here is the best part of the song
Where I admit that I might be wrong
Because if they are good and if
They are right
Then they'll have their rapture one




Of these nights
But if they are wrong

Overall Meaning

and if they are bad
Then we're stuck on this earth
Playing Jesus vs. Dad


In "Brother", Organ warns of an impending crisis that looms over society. The lyrics are an urgent call to take cover and to warn loved ones to do the same, to enjoy the moment and to not take for granted the safety and warmth that surround us now. The lyrics highlight the delicate nature of our existence and the fleeting nature of security, but also the resilience of the human spirit to persevere in the face of adversity. The song uses vivid imagery to capture the moment, particularly at night, and to represent the different emotions that people may experience, ranging from boredom and depression to fear and panic. The song conveys a sense of unease, but also a sense of hope and determination to survive.


Line by Line Meaning

Here we go
The situation is becoming dangerous and we need to prepare for something to happen.


They're back again
The danger has returned, and we need to be vigilant because it's not the first time we've faced it.


Look alive, warn your friends
We need to be attentive and alert, and also inform others to be cautious about the possible danger.


We are warm and we are safe
At this moment, we feel comfortable and protected.


Enjoy it while you can before things change
We should enjoy this moment of safety while it lasts, because inevitably, there will be a change in the future.


We have got to take cover, Brother
We need to find a safe place, and it's essential for us to stick together during this time of danger.


Lie down in a field if you can
If escaping to a safe place is not possible, lie down in a field and use the darkness of the night as a cover.


Look at the night sky
Take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the night sky.


Oh, where does it end?
Although the sky is beautiful, sometimes we can't help but think about when this danger might end.


Sometimes it hurts when you care about me
It is hard when people care about each other, because the danger puts us in a difficult position where we have to consider the consequences of our actions on the other person.


But it's going to hurt more when they take you away from me
The worst-case scenario is when the danger takes one person away from the other, which would be even more painful than the current situation.


Oh midnight knocks! Oh explosions!
The danger is getting worse, and it's affecting our ability to sleep because of the noises that come with it.


Maybe it's all made up in our heads
Sometimes we wonder whether the danger is real or just a product of our imagination.


This happens to me when I'm bored or depressed
The possibility still exists that the danger is not real but just a product of the state of mind of a person.


Here is the best part of the song
Now comes the most important part of the song, where they really drive home their message.


Where I admit that I might be wrong
The singer is acknowledging that they may not have all the answers and their perspective may not be entirely accurate.


Because if they are good and if they are right
There is a possibility that the danger is for a good reason and those responsible for it are doing the right thing.


Then they'll have their rapture one of these nights
If the danger is justified, then eventually, those responsible will be rewarded for their actions.


But if they are wrong
If the danger is not justified, then the consequences will be severe.


We have got to take cover, brother
Regardless of the reason for the danger, we still need to find a safe place and protect each other.


We have got to take cover, brother
This is reiterated to emphasize the importance of taking action to protect ourselves.




Lyrics © SONGS MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: OLIVIER LAMBIN

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Here we go
They're back again
Look alive, warn your friends

We are warm and we are safe
Enjoy it while you can
Before things change

We have got to take cover, brother
We have got to take cover, brother

Lie down in a field if you can
Look at the night sky
Oh, where does it end?

Sometimes it hurts
When you care about me
But it's going to hurt more
When they take you from me

We have got to take cover, brother
We have got to take cover, brother


Here, we go again
Oh, midnight knocks!
Oh, explosions!

Maybe it's all made up in our heads
This happens to me when I'm bored
Or depressed

Here is the best part of the song
Where I admit that I might be wrong
Because if they are good
And if they are right
Then they'll have their rapture
One of these nights
But if they are wrong...

We have got to take cover, brother
We have got to take cover, brother

Here is the best part of the song
Where I admit that I might be wrong
Because if they are good
And if they are right
Then they'll have their rapture
One of these nights
But if they are wrong...



All comments from YouTube:

@lilharuhi212

It's funny how every time I listen to this song I see Shane and Carmen making out behind a glass window

@pimpharold1

Who are they?

@lilharuhi212

@@pimpharold1 2 characters from a show, called The L Word

@marisajomcdowell458

Every.Single.Time

@fredrikazar-fx7ej

They really spoiled such an elegant piece of music by putting it in that scene. The L word was good but they didn't have to fuck up the song.

@charlottesiebel9292

Same

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@AnnDriscoll

This song is actually perfect. Production, songwriting, performance. So many years later, i'm astonished by the confidence, clarity of vision, and execution.

@billismienalien4ever

thank you L Word

@jadabendrasingh1791

I'm old now but this song still rips my heart out every time I hear it. Words cant express how fortunate I feel to have seen this band play live during their brief existence. The Organ are my Goldfinch.

@muckslain

No you aren't ! We are still Young

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