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.
The Protagonist Suddenly Realizes What He Must Do In The Middle Of Downtown Traffic
The Most Serene Republic Lyrics
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To a perfect home, to a finer place
We all counteract with visions intact
With great impossibles, and most crowded doorways
I have the greatest plan involving everyone else
We all, and a map of muses
We'll never be apart again
Hold on to your faces
Hold on to your faces
Hold on to your faces
Hold on to your faces
Hold on to your faces
The lyrics of The Most Serene Republic's song "The Protagonist Suddenly Realizes What He Must Do in the Middle of Downtown Traffic" explore the idea of discovering one's purpose in life. The opening lines "Past the Atlantic gaps and the spaces it has, to a perfect home, to a finer place" suggest a longing for something greater, a better home or a more fulfilling life.
The following lines, "We all counteract with visions intact, with great impossibles, and most crowded doorways" suggest that despite facing challenges and obstacles, we hold onto our dreams and aspirations. The protagonist of the song then proclaims "I have the greatest plan involving everyone else, we all, and a map of muses" indicating that he has discovered his calling and wants to bring others along on this journey with him. The final lines of the song, "Hold on to your faces" are repeated four times, possibly as a call to action or a mantra to remind us to hold onto our dreams and not let them slip away.
Line by Line Meaning
Past the Atlantic gaps and the spaces it has
Leaving behind geographical barriers and empty spaces
To a perfect home, to a finer place
Reaching a home that is flawless and far better
We all counteract with visions intact
We all resist the obstacles with an unwavering vision
With great impossibles, and most crowded doorways
Despite daunting challenges and dense crowds in our path
I have the greatest plan involving everyone else
I have a brilliant strategy that includes everybody else
We all, and a map of muses
All of us, guided by inspirational sources
Travel to stars scarred with wars
We journey to constellations marked by conflicts
We'll never be apart again
We will stay united forever
Hold on to your faces
Hold onto your facial expressions, emotions, and identities as we forge ahead
Hold on to your faces
Maintain your individuality and uniqueness through this journey
Hold on to your faces
Don't lose yourself amidst the challenges and changes
Hold on to your faces
Stay true to who you are as we move forward together
Hold on to your faces
Face the future with resilience and determination
Lyrics © ARTS & CRAFTS MUSIC INC DBA GALLERYAC MUSIC
Written by: ADRIAN JEWETT, RYAN LENSSEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Emily Jacklin
@LetGodsortitout aww good for you! i'm praying for them... glad you like this song!