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Brainville
The Flaming Lips Lyrics


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I've heard about a place, where they enlarge yer space
Don't cost ya very much, they seem to know their stuff,
They take pity on the small ones

So I want to go to Brainville. Let's get in
And overcome my inexperience
I want to go to Brainville. Let's get in
And be the first one on the block that does.

They say it's the one thing everyone should have
I know it must look bad.

I know I need the help
They'd take me I can tell
They take pity on the small ones

I want to go to Brainville. Let's get in
And overcome my inexperience
I want to go to Brainville. Let's get in
And be the first on the block that does.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Flaming Lips' "Brainville" discuss the idea of expanding one's mind and capabilities by visiting a place called Brainville. The first verse introduces Brainville as a place where they can enlarge your space - perhaps suggesting that going there can expand your thoughts and imagination. The allusion to "they seem to know their stuff" could suggest that Brainville is a place of expertise, where individuals can go to learn more about themselves and the world around them. The chorus repeats the singer's desire to visit Brainville and overcome their inexperience, perhaps indicating a sense of curiosity and longing for personal growth.


The second verse further emphasizes this theme of helplessness and desire for growth, with the singer acknowledging that "it must look bad" (possibly referring to their own limited thinking or lack of knowledge) and that they "know [they] need the help". The final line, "They take pity on the small ones", could suggest that Brainville is a place of understanding and compassion for those who feel lost or trapped in their current thinking. Overall, the song seems to encourage listeners to pursue personal growth and seek out new experiences that can allow for greater understanding and expansion.


Line by Line Meaning

I've heard about a place, where they enlarge yer space
I have received information about a specific location where they are able to increase the amount of space allocated to you.


Don't cost ya very much, they seem to know their stuff,
The price for this service is relatively low as they appear to be knowledgeable and capable of providing this service.


They take pity on the small ones
The service provider is compassionate towards those who have a smaller amount of space to work with.


So I want to go to Brainville. Let's get in
I am motivated to visit Brainville and feel that we should enter the location.


And overcome my inexperience
I want to conquer my lack of experience.


And be the first one on the block that does.
I aim to be the first person in my neighborhood to take advantage of this opportunity.


They say it's the one thing everyone should have
It has been brought to my attention that this service is something everyone should possess.


I know it must look bad.
I acknowledge that my current situation is not ideal.


I know I need the help
I understand that I require assistance.


They'd take me I can tell
Based on the information I have received, I am confident that they would be willing to assist me.


I want to go to Brainville. Let's get in
Once again, I express my desire to visit Brainville and suggest that we enter the location.


And overcome my inexperience
I reiterate my goal to overcome my lack of experience.


And be the first on the block that does.
I once again state my aim to be the first person in my neighborhood to take advantage of this opportunity.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MICHAEL IVINS, RONALD JONES, STEVEN DROZD, WAYNE COYNE

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sadmonkey62

I love this song so much ♥️

Chris Thomas

Awesome. I just started listening to these guys and sometimes I think... Why didn't I get into this band earlier!

The optimistic pessimist

That beginning. Not sure why, but it immediately gave me of a Neil Young Vibe

Zac

Such a good album.

Miskatonic

Goddamn, that break at 1:25-2:10... gets me every time :')

Sui_812

Genial! 🙌🎶👍

Martin Kjær

In love with this!

llamasarus1

This song feels like someone gave me a shot of opioid pain medication after suffering a physical trauma.

Sahab b

Awsome. =] <3

notreallybandfromottawa

I want to go to Brainville too.

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