Small Brown Bike is a band from Marsha… Read Full Bio ↴1996 - 2004 / 2009 - Present
Small Brown Bike is a band from Marshall, Michigan that existed between 1996 and 2004 and reunited in 2009. The trademark of this four-piece is "double vocals" backed by melodies. Their sound is often identified as being similar to other post-hardcore bands such as Avail and Hot Water Music. The band name is derived from their working experience as bike mechanics.
Their last show was in 2004 at the Fireside Bowl in Chicago, after already agreeing to split up. Former members Mike Reed and Dan Jaquint later created the band LaSalle, with Reed's wife playing bass guitar.
Jeff, Mike and Ben started a new band with Nathan Ellis from The Casket Lottery called Able Baker Fox.
In 2009 the band got back together again and played a couple of reunion shows and released a 7inch with new songs. A new full length record "Fell & Found" was released in spring 2011 via No Idea Records.
Bandmembers:
Ben Reed
Mike Reed
Dan Jaquint
Travis Dopp
Discography:
1997 - No Place Like You EP
1998 - ...And Don't Forget Me EP
1999 - Our Own Wars
2001 - Dead Reckoning
2001 - Small Brown Bike / Cursive Split
2002 - Small Brown Bike / The Casket Lottery Split
2003 - The River Bed
2003 - Nail Yourself To The Ground EP
2009 - Composite 7inch
2011 - Fell & Found
More or Less
Small Brown Bike Lyrics
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"Let's hit the road and live this life before we're dead," he said.
To give is to take. To leave is to break.
Opposing opinions are curling waves.
Misunderstand. Ask then demand.
The situation must go as planned.
I'm at the crossroad of puppetry and pulmonary.
Let's stop this fall before the climb becomes too much to bear.
(A compromise consists of give and take) We must understand.
Our clenched fists turn to open hands.
It takes more to give than to demand.
I understand. No more demand.
Let's let the waves wash these prints from the sand.
(I should appreciate what he's done for me) Respect is key.
(We love like family and treat like enemies) We must understand.
(Clenched fists turn to open hands. It takes more to give)
The song "More or Less" by Small Brown Bike is about a couple that has opposing views on how they should live their lives. The girl wants to start enjoying life before it's too late, while the guy is more cautious and wants to make sure everything goes according to plan. The lyrics refer to the difficulties of compromising in a relationship, and how it takes effort to understand and appreciate each other.
The first verse starts with the two characters expressing their different views on life. The girl urges them to start living now while the guy wants to make sure things go according to plan. The next lines, "Give is to take. To leave is to break. Opposing opinions are curling waves" refer to the difficulties of compromising when both parties have different opinions. In order to find a solution, both parties must give and take.
The second verse speaks to the difficulties of communication and understanding within a relationship. "Misunderstand. Ask then demand. The situation must go as planned" shows that it's important to communicate effectively and make sure both parties understand what the plan is. The line "I'm at the crossroad of puppetry and pulmonary" may refer to feeling like a puppet or being controlled by someone else's decisions, which can be stifling.
The chorus talks about the importance of compromise, understanding, and respect in a relationship. "Our clenched fists turn to open hands. It takes more to give than to demand. I understand. No more demand" emphasizes the importance of being willing to compromise and give more than what is demanded in order to make a relationship work.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's start this summer before it ends," is what she said.
Let's make the most of the time we have left in the season.
"Let's hit the road and live this life before we're dead," he said.
Let's not waste time and truly live life to the fullest.
To give is to take. To leave is to break.
In relationships, there must be a balance of giving and taking, and leaving abruptly can cause harm.
Opposing opinions are curling waves.
Disagreements can create tension and conflict.
Misunderstand. Ask then demand.
If there is confusion, ask questions and then make requests.
The situation must go as planned.
It's important to stick to a plan in order to achieve a goal.
I'm at the crossroad of puppetry and pulmonary.
I am torn between being controlled like a puppet and following what my heart desires.
Let's stop this fall before the climb becomes too much to bear.
It's better to take a break and regroup before things become overwhelming.
(Please look at me and listen carefully) This is mine.
I am taking ownership of my thoughts and feelings and want to be heard.
(A compromise consists of give and take) We must understand.
In order to come to a resolution, there must be a willingness to meet in the middle.
Our clenched fists turn to open hands.
We go from being closed off to being open to compromise and understanding.
It takes more to give than to demand.
Giving requires more effort than simply making demands.
I understand. No more demand.
I have come to an understanding and will no longer make unreasonable demands.
Let's let the waves wash these prints from the sand.
Let's let go of the past and move forward in a new direction.
(I should appreciate what he's done for me) Respect is key.
It's important to show gratitude for what others do for us and to treat them with respect.
(We love like family and treat like enemies) We must understand.
Sometimes we can have conflicting emotions towards loved ones, but it's important to acknowledge and work through them.
(Clenched fists turn to open hands. It takes more to give)
We must be willing to let go of anger and grudges and make the effort to give compassion and understanding.
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