The Most Serene Republic released its debut album, Underwater Cinematographer, in 2005 on the Arts & Crafts label. They are the first band on the A&C label that isn't related in one way or another to Broken Social Scene (though Ryan and Adrian perform sometimes in their live shows). They later released a tour EP in spring/summer of 2006, titled Phages, capturing more of the sweep of their live performances.
Originally formed in mid-2003 as a duo (Lenssen and Jewett) known as Thee Oneironauts (O-nye-rawn-nauts). The pair would quickly record and self-release an EP entitled Night of the Lawnchairs on Lenssen's GROK Studios imprint. The Oneironauts grew to trio status with the addition of Greaves on keyboard and guitar.
Their live shows are known for being extremely entertaining, and intense with dancing, and cramming so many sounds to overload the senses.
Battle Hymn of the Republic
The Most Serene Republic Lyrics
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Something to get off my chest
My life gets kinda boring
Need something that I can confess
'Til all my sleeves are stained red
From all the truth that I've said
Come by it honestly I swear
I've been on the brink, so
Tell me what you want to hear
Something that will light those ears
Sick of all the insincere
So I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away
My God, amazing how we got this far
It's like we're chasing all those stars
Who's driving shiny big black cars
And everyday I see the news
All the problems that we could solve
And when a situation rises
Just write it into an album
Send it straight to gold
But I don't really like my flow, no, so
Tell me what you want to hear
Something that will light those ears
Sick of all the insincere
So I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time, don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away
Oh, got no reason, got no shame
Got no family I can blame
Just don't let me disappear
I'ma tell you everything
So tell me what you want to hear
Something that will light those ears
Sick of all the insincere
So I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time, don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away
So tell me what you want to hear
Something that will light those ears
Sick of all the insincere
So I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time, don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away
All my secrets away, all my secrets away
The Most Serene Republic's "Battle Hymn of the Republic" is about the desire to share one's innermost secrets with the world, despite fears of being judged or rejected. The song begins with the singer expressing their need for a new story to share, as their life has become mundane and they crave something to confess or reveal. The lyrics suggest that the singer has been holding back or hiding a part of themselves, as they describe wanting to stain their sleeves with the "truth" they've been holding in.
The chorus repeats the singer's desire to divulge their secrets, emphasizing their frustration with people who are insincere or fake. They reject the idea of presenting a "perfect lie" or catering to critics, and instead promise to give all their secrets away. The second verse touches on the contrast between the singer's personal struggles and the luxury and power of those who are famous or wealthy. Despite feeling like they have no reason for their problems, they believe that writing about them can still be valuable and successful. At the end of the song, the singer implores the listener to tell them what they want to hear, suggesting that their own story is not enough and they are willing to be vulnerable for the sake of connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I need another story
I'm looking for a new topic to express and share with others.
Something to get off my chest
I have some thoughts and feelings that I need to express and release.
My life gets kinda boring
My life is lacking excitement and interest.
Need something that I can confess
I'm looking for something that I can admit to and reveal to others.
'Til all my sleeves are stained red
I will continue to speak the truth regardless of the consequences.
From all the truth that I've said
I have already spoken some truths and I'm willing to continue.
Come by it honestly I swear
I assure you that my honesty is authentic and sincere.
Thought you saw me wink, no
You may have thought I was joking or insincere, but I am serious.
I've been on the brink, so
I have reached a critical point and I'm ready to reveal everything.
Tell me what you want to hear
Please share with me your expectations and desires regarding what I'm going to say.
Something that will light those ears
I want to say something that will capture your attention and interest.
Sick of all the insincere
I'm tired of hearing fake and dishonest words from others.
So I'm gonna give all my secrets away
I'm going to reveal everything that I have been keeping hidden.
This time don't need another perfect lie
I don't want to pretend or deceive anymore, I want to be honest.
Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I'm not concerned with the opinions of others who may criticize or judge me.
My God, amazing how we got this far
It's incredible how much we've accomplished and how far we've come.
It's like we're chasing all those stars
It feels like we are striving for a great and unattainable goal.
Who's driving shiny big black cars
Who are the people with power and influence that we are trying to emulate?
And everyday I see the news
I watch the news every day and see all the problems in the world.
All the problems that we could solve
There are so many problems in the world that we could work together to solve.
And when a situation rises
When a new issue or challenge arises,
Just write it into an album
I write about it in my music as a way to express myself and share my thoughts.
Send it straight to gold
I hope that my music will resonate with listeners and be successful.
But I don't really like my flow, no, so
Although I try to express myself through music, I'm not always satisfied with it.
Got no reason, got no shame
I have nothing to hide and no reason to be ashamed.
Got no family I can blame
I'm not going to blame my problems on my family or others. I take personal responsibility.
Just don't let me disappear
I want to be noticed and heard, I don't want to be overlooked or ignored.
I'ma tell you everything
I'm going to reveal everything to you and hold nothing back.
All my secrets away
I'm exposing all of my vulnerabilities and hidden truths to the world.
Lyrics © ARTS & CRAFTS MUSIC INC DBA GALLERYAC MUSIC
Written by: ADRIAN JEWETT, RYAN LENSSEN
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