Speechwriters LLC is a limited liability California corporation formed in t… Read Full Bio ↴Speechwriters LLC is a limited liability California corporation formed in the first quarter of the 2001 fiscal year. Misha and Dave met in Claremont, CA and went through rhythm sections like Kleenex until literally stumbling upon drummer Matt Kolsky in February of 2002, at which point they began touring the country as a trio and continued until it got so cold that they had to come home. Jack Mahaffy signed on full time in the summer of 2003 when it became apparent that "circumstances beyond anyone's control" would force Misha to remain landbound during segments of the fall tour. Nitzan was found 10 months later, on Craigslist. the master plan now involves reaping the untouchable street cred of the North American folk duo, while simultaneously enjoying the benefits of being rock stars, but also not having to carry amps, and ultimately just getting girls to like them. They're friendlier than you'd think, and will be on the road again before you know it.

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Bobby D
Speechwriters LLC Lyrics

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So you want to be a hero
Pull the trigger and you're fast asleep tonight
So you want to be a hero
You've got the aces, better lay the cards down right
Tonight, Tonight, Tonight

Bank account is reading zeroes
You pull the money from beneath the floorboard hold

Walk to the mirror like Deniro
You flash your guns and then you wait for it to all
Unfold, unfold, it all unfolds

And now you're running as the years flow
And now you're waiting just to fall asleep to dream
Your head is humming and your ears know
And all you wanted was a chance to see it all
Explode, explode, it all explodes

Yeah yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Speechwriters LLC's song "Bobby D" seem to be addressing the recurring theme of wanting to be successful and heroic, but ultimately facing the consequences of immoral actions. The opening lines suggest that someone wants to be a hero, willing to sacrifice their morality and pull the trigger to attain their aspirations. However, they will find themselves unable to face the reality of their actions and will be haunted even in their dreams.

As the song progresses, it appears that the singer has resorted to illegal means to gain wealth, as their bank account shows zeroes and they have stashed money under the floorboards. They attempt to mirror Robert De Niro's character in "Taxi Driver" by flashing guns, waiting for their life to unfold. But as time passes, they find themselves running and waiting for their demise, unable to cope with the guilt and pressure of their choices.

Line by Line Meaning

So you want to be a hero
You crave recognition and fame.

Pull the trigger and you're fast asleep tonight
You're willing to go to extremes for that hero status and are numb to the consequences.

You've got the aces, better lay the cards down right
You have the upper hand and need to capitalize on it quickly.

Bank account is reading zeroes
You have no money in the bank.

You pull the money from beneath the floorboard hold
You keep your money in cash and hide it away from authorities.

Walk to the mirror like Deniro
You want to emulate a famous actor's attitude and swagger.

You flash your guns and then you wait for it to all
You intimidate others with your weapons and then anticipate your plan coming to fruition.

unfold, unfold, it all unfolds
Your plan plays out as expected.

And now you're running as the years flow
You're constantly on the move and feel like time is slipping away.

And now you're waiting just to fall asleep to dream
You look forward to escaping reality even just through sleep.

Your head is humming and your ears know
You're constantly lost in thought and aware of your surroundings.