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.
Heavens to Purgatory
The Most Serene Republic Lyrics
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The in respect then out will cling itself to seeming hopefuls
Now we sing on a bridge for your own half, heavens to purgatory
Gadzooks, gadzooks, gadzooks
What have you got to lose?
What you are is fast, the glance and telephone, ring those portable sling
Deal with foggy folds you are here without consent except for your own
Records of our discontentment will but purge since one has found it
Awfully hard to keep a grimace, voltage from another's counting
We're such plants oxygen, xylem, phloem in the wrists
Pumps to the greed of your delusion
To a blind knowledge of sight from fall chosen from spring
Records of our discontentment, will but purge since one has found it
Awfully hard to keep a grimace, voltage from another's counting
The song "Heavens to Purgatory" by The Most Serene Republic speaks of the human condition, and our constant struggle to find meaning and purpose in life. The opening lines "Now's the time for age of humans care, for what can be done for yourself" references the human obsession with self-improvement and personal growth. The subsequent line "The in respect then out will cling itself to seeming hopefuls" suggests that our desire for self-improvement is not always solely motivated by internal growth but also to impress others.
The chorus "Now we sing on a bridge for your own half, heavens to purgatory Gadzooks, gadzooks, gadzooks, what have you got to lose?" is a call to action, urging the listener to take control of their life and strive for something greater. The use of the phrase "heavens to purgatory" is a nod to the classic cartoon character Snagglepuss, who often used the phrase as a catchphrase.
The verses speak to the struggle to find meaning in life, despite our best efforts. The lines "Deal with foggy folds you are here without consent except for your own" suggest a feeling of lost control, and the subsequent line "Records of our discontentment will but purge since one has found it" implies that acknowledging our discontent is the first step towards true growth and change.
Overall, "Heavens to Purgatory" is a call to action, reminding us that although the search for purpose and meaning can be challenging, it is ultimately worthwhile.
Line by Line Meaning
Now's the time for age of humans care, for what can be done for yourself
It is time to prioritize taking care of oneself as a human being.
The in respect then out will cling itself to seeming hopefuls
By showing respect inwardly, outward hope and positivity will manifest.
Now we sing on a bridge for your own half, heavens to purgatory
We are bridging the gap between heaven and purgatory for our own benefit.
Gadzooks, gadzooks, gadzooks
An interjection expressing surprise or amazement.
What have you got to lose?
Why not take a chance or try something new?
What you are is fast, the glance and telephone, ring those portable sling
Modern technology has made communication and connection quick and easy.
Deal with foggy folds you are here without consent except for your own
One must navigate through unclear and uncertain situations which are beyond their control, except for their own actions.
Records of our discontentment will but purge since one has found it
Acknowledging and expressing our dissatisfaction will ultimately rid us of it.
Awfully hard to keep a grimace, voltage from another's counting
It can be difficult to maintain a positive outlook or smile when faced with judgment or scrutiny from others.
We're such plants oxygen, xylem, phloem in the wrists
Like plants, we need oxygen and a transportation system (xylem and phloem) to survive and thrive.
Pumps to the greed of your delusion
It is easy to become fixated on our own desires and ignore reality or others' needs.
To a blind knowledge of sight from fall chosen from spring
We sometimes have limited understanding or foresight, based on our past experiences or decisions.
Lyrics © ARTS & CRAFTS MUSIC INC DBA GALLERYAC MUSIC
Written by: ADRIAN JEWETT, DAVID NEWFELD, EMMA DITCHBURN, NICHOLAS GREAVES, RYAN LENSSEN
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