The Public from St Lo… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least fourbands named The Public:
The Public from St Louis - Dylan, Jack, and Harry.
1.) A Punk/Rock/Indie band from Cleveland. Featuring former/current members of Ultra Ultra, Heart Attack Man, Vince Roy, and others. Their debut EP titled Shibuya Crossing was released in 2014 and is available for free/pay-what-you-want download on bandcamp at http://thepublicohio.bandcamp.com
2) The Public was formed in New Orleans in 2003 by drummer Bryan Besse and guitarist Jack Champagne. Singer Travis Shuler and bassist Ryan Plattsmier joined the lineup and they began work on a few songs influenced by UK post-punk,90s Britpop and American underground alt-rock. They broke up in 2010 a year after losing Plattsmier to suicide. Bassist Ronan Bradley played for the last year of the group. Music can be heard at http://wearethepublic.com/
3) Political hardcore punk from Čadca, Slovakia (cca 1995-2000; 2009-present) https://thepublic.bandcamp.com/
Trees
The Public Lyrics
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Specks beyond the trees
But I'll forgive
If you forget
Throw your first stone
You're a big man, make your stand
You've done nothing wrong
Are you sure, think again
I know a secret
I know a secret that you think that I don't know
I'm writing in sand
Hoping it will remind you
All have sinned
Let the water wash you clean
'Cause I know a secret
I know a secret
I know a secret that you think that I don't know
The lyrics of The Public's song "Trees" can be interpreted in a few different ways, but one possible interpretation is that the trees represent a metaphor for the barriers or obstacles that can obscure our vision, preventing us from seeing or understanding the world around us. The idea of "specks beyond the trees" suggests that there may be important things or perspectives that we are missing because of our limited view. However, the singer is forgiving and understanding of this limitation, encouraging the listener to let go of judgment and accept their own imperfections.
The line "Throw your first stone" is a reference to the biblical story in which a crowd of people bring a woman accused of adultery to Jesus and ask him if they should stone her to death, as dictated by the law. Jesus responds by saying "Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her." The Public's use of this phrase suggests that we should not be so quick to judge or condemn others, and that we should instead focus on our own flaws and seek forgiveness.
The repeated phrase "I know a secret" could be interpreted in a number of ways, but it seems to suggest that the singer has some sort of insight or perspective that others may be unaware of. This could be a reference to a personal experience or realization that has led them to be more forgiving and understanding, or it could simply be a way of emphasizing the importance of keeping an open mind and seeking out new knowledge and understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
You can't see
You are blinded by something
Specks beyond the trees
The magnitute of everything else outside of your current situation
But I'll forgive
I will forgive you, even if you stay in your current mindset
If you forget
As long as you move on from your past mistakes
Throw your first stone
If you think you are blameless feel free to speak up
You're a big man, make your stand
If you believe in something, take action and stand up for it
You've done nothing wrong
You may have committed mistakes, but it's a normal human action
Are you sure, think again
Questioning a thought
'Cause I know a secret
I am aware of something
I know a secret
There is something that you don't know
I know a secret that you think that I don't know
The singer knows something that the listener believes they are unaware of
I'm writing in sand
Putting an idea in a temporary medium
Hoping it will remind you
The idea needs to be remembered
All have sinned
Everyone has been guilty of immoral actions
Let the water wash you clean
Cleanse your mind from negative thoughts
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: DANIEL J. FRITZ, ORAN JAMES THORNTON, SHAWN DAVID TURNER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Killer Kobold
@KarbonKiller Shorts That's true but it's weird and kind of the other way around.
Plants can't infinitely cycle oxygen to carbon dioxide and oxygen to carbon dioxide because of the way they are structured I believe.
But. While they don't use much of the Oxygen from photosynthesis to respirate, they use most of the carbon dioxide from respiration to photosynthesize, ONLY in the cells that CAN photosynthesize.
The easier part of the answer is also that they are separated too. Respiration takes place in all plant cells throughout the tree. Photosynthesis ONLY takes place in the chloroplasts which are commonly found only in leaves. So they can't rely on only the oxygen they produce.
Tl:Dr, the entire tree can't do photosynthesis only the leaves and areas with chloroplasts. And that doesn't give them enough oxygen.
Noel Salisbury
They should be able to carry-out 'shaping' pruning operations, in order to create a major framework of approx 5/6 large limbs, which should then project above
Large vehicles and most residential buildings ( this is- 'eventually' ) The projected life of a Large Highway-side street tree ( eg one of the Lime species )
- should be 100 years plus . This ( reasonable,imo )time span is longer than many buildings .
There's a book I can heartily recommend - ' A New Tree Biology ' by A L Shigo , subtitled "A N T B - Facts Photos, and Philosophies on Trees and their problems and proper care "
161 : 164 : 245 : 416 : 443 : 852.
Copyright 1986.
Alex L. Shigo and Trees , Associates
GET The N. T. B. Dictionary in Conjunction .
This is essential.
Please get a copy of each, or failing that, order it from your Local Public Library or Horticultural College Library.
4 Denbow Road, Durham, New Hampshire, 03824
Andrew The Arborist
For all commenting: Yes, trees need OXYGEN too!
1. Trees need carbon dioxide for photosynthesis. Through this process, they produce their own food (sugars).
2. However, in order to use those sugars and turn them into energy that the plant can use, trees undergo cellular respiration (like you and I!), which requires oxygen. Tree roots especially need a good oxygen supply for this purpose and for gas exchange. If the soil is not oxygenated, the roots will die eventually.
For more information, give it a quick Google search! I'm an ISA-certified arborist, and I know basic tree biology.
Mannu ASF
Yo it's type of things we study in middle school man
Quite hilarious people don't know this
Killer Kobold
@Hamish MilneYou're going to be stunned when you learn about fish.
Cynnabuns
@Hamish Milnei sense a joke. At least my brain wants to hope its a joke.
KarbonKiller Shorts
I thought a bunch of ATP gets released during photosynthesis? And they use the O2 made during photosynthesis to respirate, not from the outside environment..?
Killer Kobold
@KarbonKiller Shorts That's true but it's weird and kind of the other way around.
Plants can't infinitely cycle oxygen to carbon dioxide and oxygen to carbon dioxide because of the way they are structured I believe.
But. While they don't use much of the Oxygen from photosynthesis to respirate, they use most of the carbon dioxide from respiration to photosynthesize, ONLY in the cells that CAN photosynthesize.
The easier part of the answer is also that they are separated too. Respiration takes place in all plant cells throughout the tree. Photosynthesis ONLY takes place in the chloroplasts which are commonly found only in leaves. So they can't rely on only the oxygen they produce.
Tl:Dr, the entire tree can't do photosynthesis only the leaves and areas with chloroplasts. And that doesn't give them enough oxygen.
F P
Yeah those are ridiculous. Wish we had more street trees!
Dakota
This guy is gonna shit when he finds out about forests
That V8 Life
You’d be mad at me….every house on my street has a tree planted by the city….mine is mysteriously missing lol.
KeV In
@That V8 Lifewhy?