Shu Shubat
The Anniversary Lyrics
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You waited there for no one at all
To the pine and oak trees that stand by your house
And they keep on blowing south to protect you through the winter
Surrounded - we'll never understand
Angel angel angels with your broken wings
Stop asking me sing with those voices I just can't find
Not smarter than the human brain
Just smarter than humans
No - shubat
Lay your arms, strong and unharmed, bend and wave
On the cemetery lawn, follow the sound straight through the ground. [twice]
The song Shu Shubat by The Anniversary is a hauntingly beautiful composition that explores themes of isolation, shame, and protection. The opening lines, "Blood on the walls the curtain calls, you waited there for no one at all" paint a picture of a room stained with blood, and a person waiting in vain for someone who will never come. This imagery suggests a sense of loneliness and despair. The next lines, "To the pine and oak trees that stand by your house, and they keep on blowing south to protect you through the winter" bring in a note of hope, indicating that the person finds solace and protection in nature, amidst the trees that seem to guard their house.
The refrain "Angel angel angels with your broken wings, stop asking me to sing with those voices I just can't find" echoes the sentiment of isolation and inability to connect. The image of angels with broken wings alludes to the idea of being unable to fly or rise above one's challenges. It is a plea to stop asking for something that cannot be given. The following lines "A shame to be ashamed now I'm ashamed, not smarter than the human brain, just smarter than humans" suggest a sense of shame, perhaps for feeling different or disconnected from others. The final lines "Lay your arms, strong and unharmed, bend and wave, on the cemetery lawn, follow the sound straight through the ground" end the song on an eerie and mysterious note, evoking the idea of death and possibly leaving the listener to ponder what lies beyond.
Line by Line Meaning
Blood on the walls the curtain calls
The scene is set, and the audience gathers to watch the tragedy unfold.
You waited there for no one at all
All hope is lost, and there is no turning back from the impending doom.
To the pine and oak trees that stand by your house
Nature stands witness to the events taking place, providing a sense of stability in an otherwise chaotic world.
And they keep on blowing south to protect you through the winter
The elements themselves offer protection and comfort during the darkest of times.
Surrounded - we'll never understand
Despite our best efforts, we will never fully comprehend the tragedy that has unfolded before us.
Angel angel angels with your broken wings
Even heavenly beings can experience pain and suffering, and their flaws make them all the more human.
Stop asking me sing with those voices I just can't find
The singer cannot find the words to express the emotions they are feeling, even when urged to by others.
A shame to be ashamed now I'm ashamed
Feeling guilty for feeling guilt is a vicious cycle that can be hard to break.
Not smarter than the human brain
Despite our technological advancements, we cannot outsmart our own humanity.
Just smarter than humans
Technology may have its limits, but it also has the power to improve and enhance our lives in ways that we cannot imagine.
No - shubat
Sometimes, the only answer is a resounding 'no'.
Lay your arms, strong and unharmed, bend and wave
Finding strength and comfort in the natural world, and letting oneself be carried by the waves of life.
On the cemetery lawn, follow the sound straight through the ground.
Even death cannot silence the echoes of life, and the memory of those who have gone before us continues to linger on.
Contributed by Kylie J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
JG
knocked it out the park my friend
buconjak
Hot chip is ruined - not this :)
k Maz
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LetterToVoltaire
then thus, according to you, the entire album is "ruined"?......nevermind your opinion lacks merit.
come poop at my house
Emo game
k Maz
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