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.
Relative's Eyes
The Most Serene Republic Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
No regard to the ink
I can formulate ideas and thoughts
Before I can think
All we need is a war boys
Or everything is right here
Nothing to fight for
What does the brain compare with the heart?
It's a good day to find a surprise
But luckily enough, everyday I find
One in your personal space
Bishop, keep to the skies, keep to the skies
Bishop, keep to the skies, keep to the skies
What does the brain compare with the heart?
What does the brain compare with the heart?
What does the brain compare with the heart?
What does the brain compare with the heart?
In The Most Serene Republic's song "Relative's Eyes," the lyrics explore the dichotomy between the brain and the heart, suggesting that they are in a constant state of comparison. The first verse establishes how the singer is able to write without regard for the ink, indicating that the ideas and thoughts come spontaneously to them. The second verse is more cryptic, with the line "All we need is a war boys" possibly referring to the idea that conflict is necessary in order to bring about change, while "Nothing to fight for" suggests that the current state of affairs is stagnant. The chorus questions the comparison between the brain and the heart, suggesting that there is a conflict between logical reasoning and emotional impulses. The final line, "One in your personal space," hints at a specific conflict between the singer and someone they are close to.
The repetition of the line "Bishop, keep to the skies" in the bridge adds to the cryptic quality of the song, with "Bishop" possibly referring to a religious leader or a chess piece. The repeated line could be interpreted as a warning or an encouragement to stay above the fray. Overall, the lyrics of "Relative's Eyes" suggest a search for balance between rationality and impulse, and the need for conflict to provoke change.
Line by Line Meaning
These words, I write them
I am able to record my ideas on paper.
No regard to the ink
The medium of expression doesn't matter to me.
I can formulate ideas and thoughts
I am able to think abstractly and creatively.
Before I can think
My ideas come to me in a seemingly unconscious manner.
All we need is a war boys
Conflict seems to be a driving force in human behavior.
Or everything is right here
Without conflict, everything is mundane and uninteresting.
Nothing to fight for
When everything is peaceful, there is no motivation to take action.
What does the brain compare with the heart?
What is the relationship between rational thought and emotional response?
It's a good day to find a surprise
Unexpected events can bring excitement and joy.
But luckily enough, everyday I find
I am able to find excitement and joy in everyday life.
One in your personal space
This excitement and joy can be found in the relationships that we have with those closest to us.
Bishop, keep to the skies, keep to the skies
A message to someone to keep their head held high and reach for the stars.
What does the brain compare with the heart?
Again, what is the relationship between rational thought and emotional response?
What does the brain compare with the heart?
The song continues to explore this relationship.
What does the brain compare with the heart?
Reiterating the central question of the song.
What does the brain compare with the heart?
The song ends with this question, leaving it open-ended for interpretation.
Lyrics © ARTS & CRAFTS MUSIC INC DBA GALLERYAC MUSIC
Written by: ADRIAN JEWETT, RYAN LENSSEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind