Asteroid
Passafire Lyrics
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quarreling in the morning cottage
about books they bid on at the local auctions
whether or not the other knows what the plot is
the alarm goes off at six with the covers they use
mister's unemployed and the other's recluse
waiting for the asteroid he says what's the use
waiting for the asteroid...
waiting for the asteroid...
aware of the repairs he's supposed to do
scared to tell the wife that he has no clue
about screwdrivers or wrenches
and how to build benches the fences
he clenches fists in frustration
because he's losing his patience
at the long lengths it takes him
to build or rail
hammer in a nail
his tailor suited him for failure
(chorus)
tired of her premonitions of danger
he measures and plans and tinkers in anger
running in her room to show his invention
tripping through the door with proud intentions
falling to the floor it sparks and smashes
suddenly they stand facing smoldering ashes
miss warning and mister caution
together by their burning cottage
with all of the neighbors watching
they see that they've been holding each other hostage
Doesn't matter who's the fault is
Things are gonna change regardless
miss warning and mister caution
together by their burning cottage
The lyrics of Passafire’s song Asteroid tell the story of two individuals, Miss Warning and Mister Caution, who share a cottage together. They seem to have conflicting personalities, with Miss Warning attempting to express her premonitions of danger and caution while Mister Caution is unemployed and a recluse, waiting for the asteroid to come. The song presents their arguments, which seem perturbed by the bidding on books in local auctions. Mister Caution seems equally uninterested in domestic repair and renovation but is afraid to tell the wife that he has no idea how to handle screwdrivers, wrenches, nails or hammer.
This leads to frequent frustrations on his part, with the lyrics indicating he has been set up for failure from the start with his tailor-suited cut. The lyrics later describe a disastrous event. Mister Caution, having toiled on a plan or invention for an extended period, rushes to show his wife the result. In his excitement, he trips and falls, accidentally causing a fire that burns down their cottage, leaving them facing smouldering ashes. The song ends on a hopeful note. Regardless of who is at fault, they will work towards changing their situation, perhaps reflecting on how much they have been hostage to their conflicting personalities despite their having lived together.
Line by Line Meaning
Miss warning and mister caution
The parts of our minds that are cautious and fearful are in conflict with those that are adventurous and daring.
quarreling in the morning cottage
These opposing forces constantly bicker within us, especially when we face uncertainty or the unknown.
about books they bid on at the local auctions
Our thoughts and concerns can focus on trivial things, even when we sense there are larger issues at play.
whether or not the other knows what the plot is
We can be uncertain or even ignorant about our own motivations or goals, even as we struggle to pursue them.
the alarm goes off at six with the covers they use
We often have daily routines or patterns that create comfort or stability, even if they are ultimately unfulfilling or counterproductive.
mister's unemployed and the other's recluse
Our fears and self-doubt can isolate us from others, making it harder for us to find purpose and meaning in life.
waiting for the asteroid he says what's the use
In the face of overwhelming challenges or existential threat, we can feel helpless or resigned to our fate, surrendering to our fears.
waiting for the asteroid...
Repeated refrain emphasizes the inevitability of our fears and anxieties, which can loom large in our minds like a looming asteroid.
aware of the repairs he's supposed to do
Even when we have clear tasks or goals to accomplish, we can feel overwhelmed or uncertain about how to proceed.
scared to tell the wife that he has no clue
We may avoid seeking help or admitting our limitations, especially when we fear being judged or rejected by others.
about screwdrivers or wrenches
We may feel incompetent or unprepared for practical tasks, especially when we lack experience or support.
and how to build benches the fences
We may struggle with even basic DIY projects or household repairs, which can reinforce our sense of inadequacy or ineptitude.
he clenches fists in frustration
We can become emotionally overwhelmed or reactive when faced with persistent challenges or difficulties, leading to anger or anxiety.
because he's losing his patience
We can become fatigued or discouraged when our efforts seem to yield little progress or success, making it hard to sustain motivation or focus.
at the long lengths it takes him
We can feel impatient or frustrated when progress toward our goals is slow or incremental, especially when we face many obstacles or setbacks along the way.
to build or rail
We may struggle with even basic tasks, like building a simple object, which can trigger feelings of incompetence or inferiority.
hammer in a nail
We may find that even simple tasks require more skill or dexterity than we anticipated, leading to frustration or self-doubt.
his tailor suited him for failure
We may feel that our innate traits or characteristics, as well as external factors like upbringing or environment, predispose us to failure or disappointment.
tired of her premonitions of danger
We may become weary or defensive when others offer cautionary advice or express concern for our well-being, feeling that they do not understand our perspective.
he measures and plans and tinkers in anger
We may try to take control of situations that feel chaotic or threatening by obsessively planning or strategizing, but this can also be a way of avoiding or denying our fears.
running in her room to show his invention
We may seek validation or approval from others, especially those we care about or respect, in order to prove our worth or competence.
tripping through the door with proud intentions
Our attempts to impress others or demonstrate our skills can backfire when we overestimate our abilities or overlook important details.
falling to the floor it sparks and smashes
Our efforts to control or fix situations can sometimes cause unexpected or unintended consequences, leading to further chaos or destruction.
suddenly they stand facing smoldering ashes
We may confront the consequences of our actions, sometimes with tragic or devastating results, when we refuse to acknowledge or address our fears or inadequacies.
together by their burning cottage
We may face our fears and insecurities together with others, finding common ground or mutual support when we are honest and open about our struggles.
with all of the neighbors watching
Our fears and insecurities can be exposed or amplified when others are watching or judging us, creating pressure to perform or conform in certain ways.
they see that they've been holding each other hostage
Our own fears and insecurities can become entangled with those of others, leading to power struggles or conflicts that block our mutual growth or success.
Doesn't matter who's the fault is
We may find that assigning blame or responsibility for our struggles or failures is counterproductive, creating more conflict or resentment than resolution.
Things are gonna change regardless
We may need to accept that change and uncertainty are inevitable, both in our personal and collective lives, and that we must adapt or evolve to survive.
miss warning and mister caution
We must find balance and harmony between our fears and our desires, our caution and our courage, our vulnerabilities and our strengths.
together by their burning cottage
We may find peace and growth when we confront and overcome our fears and insecurities, especially with the help and support of others.
Contributed by Maya W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.