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.
Think
The Bears Lyrics
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before you open your mouth
and let your brains spill out
you might ruin a decent day
just because you've got nothing good to say
why don't you curb your tongue
before the damage is done
and with your ignorance revealed
the only problem is
there has to be a problem
you can't please everyone
it's always something
and you don't want to know what people really think about you
put away your poison darts
and your ironic remarks
it does matter in the end
except you'll have to make amends
and when you know you've been a jerk
think how it's gonna hurt
the only problem is
there has to be a problem
you can't please everyone
it's always something
and you don't want to know what people really think about you
the message of this song is a lesson for us all
you can't say something nice don't say anything at all
if silence is golden then you ought to try it out
cause it's hard to complain with your foot in your mouth
think... you ought to curb your tongue
think... before the damage is done
think... you might ruin a nice day
think before you say what you say
The Bears' song "Think" is about the importance of being mindful of one's words before speaking. The lyrics stress the negative consequences that can result from thoughtless statements, including damaging relationships and hurting oneself. The song advises that it's better to remain silent than to say something hurtful or inappropriate.
The lyrics are a call to pay attention to the impact that our words can have on others. The opening verse cautions listeners to think before opening their mouths and risking "nothing good" spilling out. The chorus emphasizes that there's always a problem that needs to be addressed, but one can't please everyone. It's better to avoid saying anything bad or critical, especially since we never know what others might be thinking about us.
The second verse highlights the importance of avoiding sarcastic, hurtful, or snide comments, as they can come back to haunt us. It's possible to avoid being a "jerk" by being mindful of our words and actions. The song ends by emphasizing that silence can be a powerful tool and a way to avoid putting our "foot in our mouth."
Overall, "Think" is a reflective and meditative song that encourages us to be more mindful of how we interact with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Think...
The song is about the importance of thinking before speaking.
before you open your mouth
Consider what you're going to say before saying it aloud.
and let your brains spill out
Don't say the first thing that comes to mind.
you might ruin a decent day
Your words have the power to ruin someone's day.
just because you've got nothing good to say
If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all.
why don't you curb your tongue
Control what you say and avoid hurtful words.
before the damage is done
Think before you speak to avoid causing harm.
and with your ignorance revealed
Careless words can expose your lack of knowledge or understanding.
think how bad you'll feel
Realize the negative impact your words can have on yourself and others.
the only problem is
The issue is that there will always be something that bothers someone.
there has to be a problem
Not everyone will be pleased with everything you say or do.
you can't please everyone
No matter what you say, someone will always disagree or be offended.
it's always something
There will always be some issue or conflict that arises.
and you don't want to know what people really think about you
People may be silently offended by your words or actions without telling you.
put away your poison darts
Stop using hurtful or malicious words.
and your ironic remarks
Avoid making sarcastic jokes at the expense of others.
it does matter in the end
Your words have consequences and can come back to haunt you.
except you'll have to make amends
If you hurt someone with your words, you'll have to apologize and make things right.
and when you know you've been a jerk
Recognize when you've said something hurtful and take responsibility for it.
think how it's gonna hurt
Consider the pain your words may have caused and learn from your mistake.
the message of this song is a lesson for us all
The song is trying to teach us all to think before we speak and be aware of our words' impact.
you can't say something nice don't say anything at all
Follow the old adage of not speaking if you don't have anything nice to say.
if silence is golden then you ought to try it out
Sometimes it's better to keep your thoughts to yourself and avoid unnecessary conflicts.
cause it's hard to complain with your foot in your mouth
If you say something offensive or hurtful, it's challenging to defend your actions.
think... you ought to curb your tongue
Again, the song encourages us to think before we say something harmful.
think... before the damage is done
Avoid causing harm by carefully considering your words.
think... you might ruin a nice day
Realize that your words can easily ruin a good mood or day.
think before you say what you say
The main takeaway from the song is to be mindful of your words and their impact on others.
Contributed by Makayla W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.