Me and Mine
The Brothers Bright Lyrics


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Evil men like to swim without water
The truth to the piety
They cheer and toast to the holy ghost
But just won't let me be

I will burn your kingdom down if you try to conquer me and mine x2

I saw the end in the mist of the river
The Devil made it hard to see
He laughed and joked but then I spoke
"God won't let you be"

I will burn your kingdom down if you try to conquer me and mine x2

Righteous men are those who suffer
Hope is our gravity.
We blaze the trail and we'll never fail
Because You will always be

I will burn your kingdom down if you try to conquer me and mine

Levity!

I will burn your kingdom down if you try to conquer me and mine x2

I'm a man of my word!

I will burn your kingdom down if you try to conquer me and mine





Me and Mine! x2

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Brothers Bright's song "Me and Mine" seem to be about standing up against oppression and injustice, particularly from those who claim to be religious or righteous but are actually hypocritical and abusive. The opening line, "Evil men like to swim without water", suggests that these individuals have no substance or morality, and are only pretending to be good. They may even mock or taunt those who try to resist them, as shown in the line, "They cheer and toast to the holy ghost, but just won't let me be". However, the singer is not intimidated and vows to fight back, stating twice, "I will burn your kingdom down if you try to conquer me and mine". This phrase conveys both a sense of defiance and a warning that the oppressors will not be allowed to have power over the singer and their loved ones.


The second verse describes a difficult situation where the singer sees "the end in the mist of the river", possibly meaning that they are surrounded by danger and unsure how to escape. The "Devil" is mentioned, which could be a metaphor for any force that seeks to harm or corrupt the singer. However, the singer does not lose hope or faith, and responds with the affirmation, "God won't let you be". This line suggests that the singer believes in a higher power that will protect them and guide them through the darkness. The final verse invokes righteous and hopeful people who "blaze the trail and never fail", supported by the gravity of their convictions. The word "levity" seems to be a call for lightness or humor in the face of hardship, as a reminder that even in difficult times, there is still joy and levity to be found. The song concludes with the repeated mantra, "Me and Mine", emphasizing the importance of standing up for one's own community and loved ones.


Line by Line Meaning

Evil men like to swim without water
Some people will do anything, even things that are seemingly impossible or contradictory. It shows their hypocrisy and deceitfulness.


The truth to the piety
While some people claim to be righteous, they will still do what it takes to benefit themselves, despite the harm it may cause to others.


They cheer and toast to the holy ghost
Many people celebrate their faith, but it's often just a facade. They don't truly live by the principles they claim to espouse.


But just won't let me be
These people are threatened by anyone who dares to live authentically and with integrity, because it exposes their own lack of character.


I will burn your kingdom down if you try to conquer me and mine x2
I will fight for what's mine and won't let anyone try to take it from me. I won't let anyone's greed or lust for power overshadow my own sense of right and wrong.


I saw the end in the mist of the river
Sometimes, it's hard to see what's ahead or what the future holds. It can be obscured by ignorance, fear, or negativity.


The Devil made it hard to see
Negative forces can distract us, cloud our judgment, and cause us to lose focus on what's truly important.


He laughed and joked but then I spoke
Even when things seem hopeless, we still have a choice in how we react to them. We can choose to be strong and face our fears with courage.


"God won't let you be"
Faith in a higher power can provide hope and strength when things seem dire. It reminds us that we're not alone and that we can overcome even the most difficult challenges.


Righteous men are those who suffer
Those who live by their ideals and values may face hardship and difficulty, but they will ultimately triumph over adversity.


Hope is our gravity.
Even in times of despair or defeat, hope can anchor us and keep us from floating upwards into chaos or despair.


We blaze the trail and we'll never fail
Those who follow their own path, even when it's tough, will ultimately succeed in reaching their goals.


Because You will always be
Faith in a higher power can provide comfort and assurance that we're not alone, that there is hope for the future, and that our efforts will be rewarded.


Levity!
In the face of challenges or trouble, a positive attitude can help us keep things in perspective and find joy in spite of it all.


I'm a man of my word!
Integrity and honesty are important virtues. Those who stand by their word can be trusted, respected, and counted on to do the right thing.


Me and Mine! x2
I will fight for myself and for those who matter to me. I won't let anyone take what's mine or hurt the people I care about.




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Toni Travis

Evil men
Like a spring without water
Betrothed to the piety
They cheer and toast to the holy ghost
But just won't let me be

I will burn your kingdom down
If you try to conquer me and mine
I will burn your kingdom down
If you try to conquer me and mine

I saw the end in the mist of a river
The devil made it hard to see
He laughed and joked but then I spoke
God won't let you be
I will burn your kingdom down
If you try to conquer me and mine
I will burn your kingdom down
If you try to conquer me and mine

Gracious men
All those who suffer
Hope is our gravity
We blaze the trail and we'll never fail
'Cause here we'll always be

I will burn your kingdom down
If you try to conquer me and mine
Believe me
I will burn your kingdom down
If you try to conquer me and mine
I will burn your kingdom down
If you try to conquer me and mine
I'm a man of my word
And I will burn your kingdom down
If you try to conquer me and mine
Me and mine
Me and mine

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