The Damnwells are the subject of a documentary feature film called 'Golden Days,' which is also the name of a track on their 2006 record 'Air Stereo.' Taking a hiatus after touring and being dropped from their label, front man Alex Dezen completed and released an album in April 2009, 'One Last Century.'
This album included Damnwells tunes exclusive to unreleased demos such as "Soundtrack" and "Bastard of Midnight." and many new songs Most importantly about that the album was that it is a free online download. The explanation given to fans and listeners:
"I have never worked so hard or put so much of myself into a collection of recorded songs. It is for just this reason that I want to give it away. To me it makes perfect sense. I just want people to hear this music, and I don’t want them to have to enter into some kind of contractual agreement with a third party to do so." - Alex Dezen, Damnwells
I Will Keep The Bad Things From You
The Damnwells Lyrics
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I will keep a straight face honey
you can keep your last name if you want to
and I will give you all my money
I could take a plane right to you
if i could just stop running
what if all this was true?
I will keep those bastards from you
I will keep your smile from falling
this time the casualties were few
'cause we kept the bastards brawling
we kept our hearts from view
this time we're problem solving
catch it while you can
its the feel good hit of the summer
catch it while you can
'cause there won't be another
you keep the band names coming
I'll make the jokes real funny
we'll keep the skeptics humming
and someone else will take the money
we'll keep the hamsters running
I'll be the sour in your tummy
who'll wipe the nose that's running
catch it while you can
its the feel good hit of the summer
catch it while you can
'cause there won't be another
I will sleep above the covers
I will love you like no other
I will be your dad and mother
I will give you older brothers
I will feed you fries with steak sauce
I will keep the price below the cost
I will lead the way from all is lost
I will keep the bad things from you
catch it while you can
its the feel good hit of the summer
catch it while you can
'cause there won't be another... won't be another...
I'll keep the bad things from you...
I'll keep the bad things from you...
I'll keep the bad things from you...
The song "I Will Keep The Bad Things From You" by The Damnwells is a love song that expresses devotion and the desire to protect someone from harm. The first verse starts with the promise of keeping the bad things from the person they love while keeping a straight face. The lyrics continue with an offer to give everything, including money, to the person they love. The next verse expands on this promise of protection by vowing to shield their loved one from the bank's calls and financial troubles, ensuring their smile never falters. The chorus reinforces the message of the song with a message to "catch it while you can" as a feel-good hit of the summer.
The second half of the song details how they will keep the bad things from their loved one, make them happy, and lead them through tough times. They promise to make jokes and keep the skeptics at bay. They promise to be the one to wipe their loved one's nose and feed them fries with steak sauce. The song concludes with a final, emphatic repetition of the vow to "keep the bad things from you."
Overall, the song is an ode to the lengths we will go for the ones we love. Whether it is financial security or just holding their hand when they're sick, the lyrics express a devotion that walks through fire to protect someone.
Line by Line Meaning
I will keep the bad things from you
I will protect you from all the negative things
I will keep a straight face honey
I will pretend to be okay to not worry you
you can keep your last name if you want to
I respect your individuality and decisions
and I will give you all my money
I am willing to provide for you financially
I could take a plane right to you
I am willing to travel for you
if I could just stop running
If I could just overcome my fears
what if all this was true?
What if our relationship could actually work?
I will keep the bank from calling
I will handle financial concerns so you don't have to stress
I will keep those bastards from you
I will protect you from anyone who may want to harm you
I will keep your smile from falling
I will do everything in my power to keep you happy
this time the casualties were few
This time, there were not as many negative consequences
we kept the bastards brawling
We were able to handle and overcome our problems
we kept our hearts from view
We were guarded and protected our emotions
this time we're problem solving
This time, we are actively working to solve issues
catch it while you can
Enjoy the moment while it lasts
its the feel good hit of the summer
This moment makes us feel happy and alive
there won't be another
This is a unique and special experience
you keep the band names coming
You keep up with current trends and culture
I'll make the jokes real funny
I will provide humor and laughter to the situation
we'll keep the skeptics humming
We will leave doubters questioning our relationship's success
and someone else will take the money
We will not focus on financial gain
we'll keep the hamsters running
We will continue to work hard and persevere
I'll be the sour in your tummy
I will challenge you and keep you on your toes
who'll wipe the nose that's running
Who will take care of the small, gross tasks in our relationship?
I will sleep above the covers
I will protect you from any harm
I will love you like no other
I will love you unconditionally
I will be your dad and mother
I will take care of you in every way possible
I will give you older brothers
I will provide companionship and support
I will feed you fries with steak sauce
I will go out of my way to make you happy
I will keep the price below the cost
I will make sure we are financially responsible
I will lead the way from all is lost
I will take charge and find solutions
I'll keep the bad things from you
I will protect you from all the negative things
Contributed by Vivian B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.