The most prominent b… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two bands called The Bears.
The most prominent band called The Bears formed in 1985 in Cincinnati, Ohio, and continue to create new music today. Their sound may be categorized as Power-Pop or Prog Pop, but draws from a diverse pallet of influences, and features the distinctive avant-garde guitar playing of Adrian Belew, the band's most prominent member.
In addition to guitarist, vocalist and producer Belew, The Bears consists of guitarist/vocalist Rob Fetters, drummer/vocalist Chris Arduser, and bassist Bob Nyswonger (without Belew, the three are known as the PsychoDots).
In addition, there is a twee band called Bears (without the "the") from Cleveland, Ohio.
Another band called The Bears were formed in Watford, UK, by former Wire guitarist George Gill and future Julian Cope manager Cally. They released three singles in 1979, including the excellent Insane/Decisions which appeared on the Belfast label Good Vibrations.
Safe in Hell
The Bears Lyrics
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Don't cry for my soul I'm living well
Don't worry about me I'm safe in hell
I'm free from my creditors
I'm free from your bleeding hearts
Gone are my responsibilities
And every false start
And all my good intentions were just footsteps on the way
I don't have to make good on anything
'cause there are no pretensions
I just say whatever I like
'cause no one pays attention
And all of you who sit and wonder what we do down here
We try to remember fear
And if I could I'd write you all a letter
And say if life is good then death is better
The Bears' "Safe in Hell" is a deeply introspective and contemplative song that explores the singer's experience of being free in a place that is traditionally associated with pain, suffering, and eternal damnation. The song opens with the repeating line, "Don't worry about me I'm safe in hell," which immediately captures the listener's attention and begs the question of how someone could feel safe in a place that is considered to be the ultimate punishment. The chorus is a reassuring message to the singer's loved ones, assuring them that they need not worry, for he is living a life free from the constraints of the earthly world.
Throughout the song, the singer reflects on the freedoms he has gained in the afterlife. He is free from his creditors and their demands, free from the expectations of those who care for him, and free from the burden of his responsibilities. He acknowledges that his good intentions were merely stepping stones in his earthly existence, and that the freedom he has achieved allows him to live life on his own terms. The singer is no longer bound by social expectations, and is free to say and do whatever he wishes without the fear of criticism or judgment.
The final lines of the song are particularly poignant, as the singer reflects on the nature of life and death. He wishes he could communicate the peace he has found to his loved ones, and suggests that death might in fact be a better alternative to the struggles of life. The song is a beautiful reflection on the human experience, and the freedom that can be found even in the most unexpected of places.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't worry about me I'm safe in hell
I'm living a carefree life now that I've left my old responsibilities behind and am not concerned about judgement.
Don't cry for my soul I'm living well
I'm in a happy place, enjoying life without concerns and limitations.
I'm free from my creditors
I don't owe anyone anything and can live without worrying about debt or financial troubles.
I'm free from your bleeding hearts
I'm not interested in the sentimental concerns of others; I'm living my life for me and not anyone else.
Gone are my responsibilities
I've left behind the burdens that used to weigh me down and can live without expectations or obligations.
And every false start
I don't have to worry about failing or making mistakes because I don't have to answer to anyone.
And all my good intentions were just footsteps on the way
I used to care about doing the right thing, but now I realize it was all just part of my journey to where I am now.
And now every minute feels like Saturday
I'm living in the moment, free from the constraints of time or schedules; every day feels like a weekend.
I don't have to make good on anything
I don't have to answer to anyone or adhere to any standards of behavior or success.
'cause there are no pretensions
I'm free from the hypocrisy and fakeness of society; I can be myself without worrying about what anyone else thinks.
I just say whatever I like
I'm free to express myself and my opinions without fear of judgement or criticism.
'cause no one pays attention
Nobody really cares what I do or say, so I'm free to live my life with complete disregard for others' opinions.
And all of you who sit and wonder what we do down here
For those who judge me for where I am now, don't worry about it - I'm happy and living life without you.
We try to remember fear
Despite living without constraints, we still try to remember what it was like to feel scared or worried in the past.
And if I could I'd write you all a letter
If I could somehow communicate with those who judge me, I'd explain that I'm living the way I want without regrets.
And say if life is good then death is better
If living this way feels so good, then death (and what comes after) can only be better or more freeing.
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