TBG have released five full length albums: Learn Yourself, We're Already Gone, Ziggurats, Spooks and Dancehall Days; as well as one EP, Morning Sun, TBG have an eclectic style of their own, with smatterings of rock, acoustic, reggae, pop and folk all through their music. Many people find elements of artists such as Ben Harper, Jack Johnson and The Police, but their most recent album Spooks has, among others, Bob Marley influences.
TBG have been nominated for Best Music Video: I Thought About You, at the Inside Film Awards 2007; Best Blues & Roots Album at the ARIA Music Awards of 2005
And for the J Award 2005
They have also made it into the Triple J Hottest 100 four times: twice in 2003 at #41 ("Blackbird") and #62 ("Music") and twice again in 2005 at #68 ("...And We'll Dance on the Ashes of What's Left") and #81 ("Let's Take the Long Way Home").
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Learn Yourself
The Beautiful Girls Lyrics
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Everybody's quick to point their fingers at what,
They think is causing the problem.
And what they don't see is what they won't see my friend.
And we've all got to learn ourselves
Before we can judge some one else.
And we've all got to learn ourselves
Just like the holy scripture talks,
Of a road to redemption in amongst the thorns.
The path is beset by ego and greed,
And if we don't see then we won't ever be free.
And we've all got to learn ourselves
Before we can judge some one else.
And we've all got to learn ourselves
Before we can judge some one else.
Yes we will.
And we've all got to learn ourselves
Before we can judge some one else.
And we've all got to learn ourselves
Before we can judge some one else.
Along the path we walk we've only got to find.
Along the path we walk we've only got to find.
Along the path we walk we've only got to find.
Our own heart own mind, our own heart own mind
Our own heart own mind, our own heart own mind.
The Beautiful Girls' song Learn Yourself is a contemplative piece about the human tendency to judge others before knowing their own selves. The lyrics reveal a message that runs through a lot of spiritual teachings - that one must first develop self-awareness before being able to understand others. The song acknowledges that people are quick to blame others for the problems in the world, often without truly understanding the root cause. The lyricist is asking for people to look within themselves and find the path to freedom, and not let ego or greed get in the way of that path.
The reference to the "holy scripture" speaks to the idea that the path towards self-realization and understanding is an age-old one. The lyrics suggest that this path is difficult, just like the "thorns" that are experienced along the way. However, if one can overcome their own vices and truly understand themselves, then they will find true freedom.
Overall, the song's lyrics are a call to action, requesting that individuals make an effort to understand their own hearts and minds before judging others. The song encourages a sense of introspection and self-reflection as a way to find peace in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody thinks we'll fall apart.
People believe that we will fail, that we will not be able to achieve our goals.
Everybody's quick to point their fingers at what,
Everyone is too willing to blame others and accuse them of being the cause of problems.
They think is causing the problem.
They believe that certain actions or behaviors are the reason for the issues at hand.
And what they don't see is what they won't see my friend.
Sometimes people refuse to see the truth and instead choose to believe their own version of events or reality.
And we've all got to learn ourselves
We must gain self-awareness and understand our flaws and strengths.
Before we can judge some one else.
We cannot fairly or accurately judge or criticize others until we fully know and understand ourselves.
Just like the holy scripture talks,
This idea is similar to what is discussed in religious texts such as the Bible.
Of a road to redemption in amongst the thorns.
There is a path to finding salvation and redemption, even among the difficult and challenging aspects of life.
The path is beset by ego and greed,
The journey towards redemption is often plagued by self-centeredness and wanting material possessions.
And if we don't see then we won't ever be free.
If we cannot recognize and address our negative traits, we will remain trapped and unable to find true freedom or peace.
Along the path we walk we've only got to find.
In life, we must search for and discover many things, including our own identities and purpose.
Our own heart own mind, our own heart own mind
We must listen to and trust our own thoughts and emotions to serve as our guides in life.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Matthew Mark McHugh
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@comprehende
learn about yourself before u judge someone else ... this is so true and so many people are not aware of it.. they slander and talk without knowing that nobody is perfect especially yourself
@winkerscorner
I love this song because once you learn about yourself you no longer judge. Beautiful!
@brucemargot7970
So true brother - beautiful place to live in
@feierchick22
This is one of da best songs ive ever heard...love it
@DaveyLynch
I like this song very much. Nice to hear a good Austrailian band every now and again
@alienobserverr
THE best band nowadays. thnak so much bro. i love this song. love this band. :D
@joeylynn2001
The song speaks the TRUTH!!!
@pokinsmot
this is the good stuff
@romenigld
Amazing this song!
@Lancesitton
great tune! thanks