2) The Hubbards is an indie rock band from Hull, UK
Bread and Cigarettes
The Hubbards Lyrics
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My back clothes black coffee black silhouette
And I remember what my father told me to forget
Well now they see me choke on bread and choke on cigarettes
And I feel like you love me in the worst way
And I feel like a sinner on a Sunday
But big deal I never find what I'm looking for in devil's eyes
This isn't heaven but it really feels like paradise
I've never felt so cool but I'm cool with it
Your black soul don't touch me I'm a silhouette
And I will say the things that mother? would never say
You wish? nicorette
And I feel like you love me in the worst way
And i feel like a sinner on a Sunday
But big deal I never find what I'm looking for in devil's eyes
Cause this is real
This isn't heaven but it really feels like paradise
Don't you know I'm not your friend I'm not your enemy
Let's go I'm as ready as I'll ever be
And Jesus Christ I know you've sacrificed enough for me
I swear to God she told me keep it in the family
(it isn't heaven but it really feels like paradise)
I may be deaf dumb blind but I don't regret
(it isn't heaven but it really feels like paradise)
My black clothes black coffee black silhouette
(it isn't heaven but it really feels like paradise)
And I remember what my father told me to forget
(it isn't heaven but it really feels like paradise)
But now they
See me choke on bread and choke on cigarettes
(it isn't heaven but it really feels like paradise)
And I feel like you love me in the worst way
And I feel like a sinner on a Sunday
But big deal I never find what I'm looking for in devil's eyes
It is real
This isn't heaven but it really feels like paradise
And I feel like you love me in the worst way
And I feel like a sinner on a Sunday
But big deal I never find what I'm looking for in devil's eyes
It is real
This isn't heaven but it really feels like parad
The song "Bread and Cigarettes" by The Hubbards explores themes of regret, rebellion, and finding happiness in unexpected places. The opening lyrics immediately set the tone of the song, with the singer stating that despite any shortcomings or mistakes, they don't regret their choices. The image of black clothing, black coffee and a black silhouette suggests a sense of darkness or rebellion. The line "And I remember what my father told me to forget" adds an element of defiance and rebellion against authority figures. The repetition of the line "See me choke on bread and choke on cigarettes" creates a sense of desperation and suffocation, suggesting that the singer is trapped in a life they may not have fully chosen for themselves.
The chorus of "Bread and Cigarettes" expresses a conflicting sense of love and guilt. The phrase "I feel like you love me in the worst way" suggests a toxic or damaging relationship, while the line "I feel like a sinner on a Sunday" alludes to religious guilt and shame. The line "I never find what I'm looking for in devil's eyes" highlights a sense of searching or longing for something meaningful, despite potential destructive influences.
Later in the song, the singer suggests a desire to break free from societal expectations and be their own person. They reject the notion of being just a friend or enemy and express a readiness to move forward. The mention of Jesus and sacrifice could be interpreted in various ways, possibly alluding to the idea that the singer believes they are making their own sacrifices to live their desired life. Overall, the song seems to convey a sense of rebellion, longing, and a desire for both love and freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
I may be deaf dumb blind but I don't regret
Despite my limitations and lack of sensory ability, I have no remorse.
My black clothes black coffee black silhouette
My wardrobe, drink, and silhouette are all dark and brooding.
And I remember what my father told me to forget
I recall the things my father instructed me to erase from my memory.
But now they see me choke on bread and choke on cigarettes
I am struggling to consume basic sustenance like bread and choking on cigarettes.
And I feel like you love me in the worst way
I sense that you love me in an unhealthy or destructive manner.
And I feel like a sinner on a Sunday
I experience guilt and shame, as if I have committed a sin on a holy day.
But big deal I never find what I'm looking for in devil's eyes
It is insignificant to me that I cannot find what I seek in the eyes of the Devil.
It is real
The situation is genuine and not a fantasy.
This isn't heaven but it really feels like paradise
Although not paradise, this situation feels incredibly wonderful and euphoric.
I've never felt so cool but I'm cool with it
I have never felt so calm and collected, but I am accepting of the feeling.
Your black soul don't touch me I'm a silhouette
Your dark and corrupted soul cannot affect me because I am merely a silhouette.
And I will say the things that mother? would never say
I will speak words that a typical mother figure would not utter.
You wish? nicorette
You desire relief from nicotine addiction, such as Nicorette gum.
Don't you know I'm not your friend I'm not your enemy
Do you not realize that I am neither your friend nor your foe?
Let's go I'm as ready as I'll ever be
I am prepared to move forward with the situation at hand.
And Jesus Christ I know you've sacrificed enough for me
I am aware that you have made sacrifices on my behalf, like Jesus Christ.
I swear to God she told me keep it in the family
I promise that she advised me to keep this information within the family.
Contributed by Alaina O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.