Brand New Day
The Dr. Horrible Cast Lyrics
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It was weird though I swore to eliminate the worst
Of the plague that devoured humanity it's true
I was vague on the “how” - so how can it be that you
Have shown me the light
It's a brand new day
And the sun is high
That you're gonna die
How I hesitated
Now I wonder why
It's a brand new day
All the time that you beat me unconscious I forgive
All the crimes incomplete - listen, honestly I'll live
Mr. Cool, Mr. Right, Mr. Know-It-All is through
Now the future's so bright and I owe it all to you
Who showed me the light
It's a brand new me
I got no remorse
Now the water's rising
But I know the course
I'm gonna shock the world
Gonna show Bad Horse
It's a brand new day
And Penny will see the evil me
Not a joke, not a dork, not a failure
And she may cry but her tears will dry
When I hand her the keys to a shiny new Australia
It's a brand new day
Yeah the sun is high
All the angels sing
Because you're gonna die
Go ahead and laugh
Yeah I'm a funny guy
Tell everyone goodbye…
It's a brand new day
Brand New Day by The Dr. Horrible Cast is a song sung by Dr. Horrible that explores the complex moral dilemma in the struggle between good and evil. The song starts with Dr. Horrible contemplating the best way to eliminate the force of evil devouring humanity. He acknowledges his vagueness on the “how” he aims to achieve his goal of saving humanity, and that's where the moral dilemma begins. The introduction of this song sets the stage for the rest of the story.
As the song progresses, Dr. Horrible comes to a realization about the corrupt nature of the world he lives in. He decides to embrace his true self and let go of his fear, leading him to his ultimate goal of being a villainous superhero. Dr. Horrible's once hesitant attitude has turned into a new-found confidence, and he realizes that it's a brand new day, with the sun shining high, and all the birds are singing.
To sum it up, Brand New Day is a song about the singer's internal battle with morality and how he finds his way back to a path he believes is right. The lyrics are full of metaphors that provide insights into the character's personality, struggles, and motives.
Line by Line Meaning
This appeared as a moral dilemma ‘cause at first
At first, I wasn't sure if it was right to do what I did.
It was weird though I swore to eliminate the worst
It was a strange situation, but I promised to get rid of the biggest problem.
Of the plague that devoured humanity it's true
I was trying to stop something that was destroying humanity for real.
I was vague on the “how” - so how can it be that you
I didn't know exactly how to do it, so how did you help me figure it out?
Have shown me the light
You helped me see what I needed to do to make things better.
It's a brand new day
Things have changed for the better and it's a fresh start.
And the sun is high
The day is bright and full of possibilities.
All the birds are singing
Everything is joyful and full of life.
That you're gonna die
The person who caused all the problems is finally going to be defeated.
How I hesitated
At first I was unsure and hesitant about the situation.
Now I wonder why
But now I see that what I did was the right thing to do.
All the time that you beat me unconscious I forgive
Even though you hurt me a lot, I choose to forgive you.
All the crimes incomplete - listen, honestly I'll live
Even though you caused a lot of problems that still aren't resolved, I'm moving on and living my life.
Mr. Cool, Mr. Right, Mr. Know-It-All is through
The person who acted like they were better than everyone else is done for.
Now the future's so bright and I owe it all to you
Thanks to you, the future is looking much better and I'm grateful for your help.
Who showed me the light
You helped me see what I needed to do to make things better.
It's a brand new me
I've changed and grown from my experiences.
I got no remorse
I don't regret anything I did to improve the situation.
Now the water's rising
Even though there are new challenges, I'm not afraid.
But I know the course
I have a plan and know what to do.
I'm gonna shock the world
I'm going to do something surprising and impactful.
Gonna show Bad Horse
I'm going to prove myself to the person who caused all the problems.
Yeah the sun is high
The day is still bright and full of possibilities.
All the angels sing
Everyone is happy about the change and what's to come.
Go ahead and laugh
I don't care if people think I'm funny for what I'm doing.
Yeah I'm a funny guy
But I know what I'm doing is important and will make a difference.
Tell everyone goodbye…
I'm moving on from this chapter and leaving the past behind.
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This appeared as a moral dilemma ‘cause at first
It was weird though I swore to eliminate the worst
Of the plague that devoured humanity it’s true
I was vague on the “how” – so how can it be that you
Have shown me the light
It’s a brand new day
And the sun is high
All the birds are singing
That you’re gonna die!
How I hesitated
Now I wonder why
It’s a brand new day
All the time that you beat me unconscious I forgive
All the crimes incomplete – listen, honestly I’ll live
Mr. Cool, Mr. Right, Mr. Know-It-All is through
Now the future’s so bright and I owe it all to you
Who showed me the light
It’s a brand new me
I got no remorse
Now the water’s rising
But I know the course
I’m gonna shock the world
Gonna show Bad Horse
It’s a brand new day
And Penny will see the evil me
Not a joke, not a dork, not a failure
And she may cry but her tears will dry
When I hand her the keys to a shiny new Australia
It’s a brand new day
Yeah the sun is high
All the angels sing
Because you’re gonna die!
Go ahead and laugh
Yeah I’m a funny guy
Tell everyone goodbye…
It’s a brand new day
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Music by Jed Whedon and Joss Whedon
Lyrics by Joss Whedon
Performed by Neil Patrick Harris
This appeared as a moral dilemma ‘cause at first
It was weird though I swore to eliminate the worst
Of the plague that devoured humanity it’s true
I was vague on the “how” – so how can it be that you
Have shown me the light
It’s a brand new day
And the sun is high
All the birds are singing
That you’re gonna die
How I hesitated
Now I wonder why
It’s a brand new day
All the time that you beat me unconscious I forgive
All the crimes incomplete – listen, honestly I’ll live
Mr. Cool, Mr. Right, Mr. Know-It-All is through
Now the future’s so bright and I owe it all to you
Who showed me the light
It’s a brand new me
I got no remorse
Now the water’s rising
But I know the course
I’m gonna shock the world
Gonna show Bad Horse
It’s a brand new day
And Penny will see the evil me
Not a joke, not a dork, not a failure
And she may cry but her tears will dry
When I hand her the keys to a shiny new Australia
It’s a brand new day
Yeah the sun is high
All the angels sing
Because you’re gonna die
Go ahead and laugh
Yeah I’m a funny guy
Tell everyone goodbye…
It’s a brand new day
danielsjohnson
can anyone believe this was actually written during a writers strike in Hollywood? This is too good to have been written when you aren't being paid.
J and C Stopmotion
@Emiliano Severoni that’s extremely cheap for a Hollywood movie. Anything under like $5 million is considered low budget (for non-indie movies).
Michas VS TheWorld
@Emiliano Severoni 200.000 is nothing...
Ufuk ER
@Emiliano Severoni for something that can be consider first half of a holywood movie it is cheap
Emiliano Severoni
@Korfi2Go Yes, but it costed 200,000 dollars anyway.
Emiliano Severoni
Whedon said that, technically, the strike was over when they started working on Dr. Horrible, but they continued the project anyway.
Katie Taylor
Speaking as an Australian, I have absolutely no problem with Penny becoming our new supreme overlady.
Derpsi LOL
@Liam Carr down under
Cosmo Iscariot
Say what you will about 'Everything You Ever', since it is most peoples favorite song from Dr. H, and it is a wonderful song, but this will always be my favorite song because this is essentially the point of no return when you can tell Dr Horrible has really snaped. It gets you pumped and exited and terrifies you at the same time. You're in the guys side completely but you can deny the magnitude of what he's now planning to do. This is when you know shits about to get real. For me and people who have been in a situation where 'snapping' was something that could have happened I think it's even more meaningful, because this pure emotional yet directed rage is something very real and very dangerous. I love all the songs in Dr Horrible but this is my personal fave! :)
Gamer-Mations
its my favorite song because it sounds good