Break
the cinematic Lyrics


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I like my loneliness
And the thoughts it brings
The darkness can sometimes
Be a pleasure to me

I stand around on the outside
I've been peering from the edge
Looking for the answers
To the questions I'll never ask

It's from this place we'll find our peace
And reconcile our bitterness

We have to, we have to break
Break, break, break
Wash away, wash away

It's form this loneliness
And the fear it brings
That new doors can open up
And be a savior to me

So open my mind
(I'll)
Open my heart
It's the only way to breathe

It's just a trick of the lights she said
So don't panic, now don't panic

It's from this place we'll find our peace
And reconcile our emptiness
We had to we had to break, break, break
Wash away

It's just a trick of the lights she says
So don't panic, now don't panic
Wash away

Don't panic don't panic




It's just a trick of the lights
(Don't panic)

Overall Meaning

The Cinematics' "Break" is a song about the process of self-discovery and finding one's peace in loneliness. The opening lines "I like my loneliness, and the thoughts it brings, the darkness can sometimes be a pleasure to me" set the tone for the rest of the song. The singer expresses contentment in being alone and welcomes the thoughts that come with it, acknowledging that even in the darkness, there can be a joy found within.


Throughout the song, the singer touches on the idea of searching for answers and finding peace in difficult times. They stand on the outside looking in, peering from the edge, searching for answers to questions they may never ask. It is from this place of loneliness and fear that new doors can open up, and the singer sees it as a savior.


The chorus brings the notion that breaking away from these emotions is necessary to find peace, to reconcile one's bitterness and emptiness. The singer repeats the phrase "wash away," emphasizing the need to let go of negativity and find solace in their loneliness. The song concludes with the comforting line "It's just a trick of the lights," which reassures the listener that everything will be okay.


Overall, "Break" is a powerful song that touches on themes of loneliness, self-discovery, and finding peace that will resonate with many.


Line by Line Meaning

I like my loneliness
I find comfort in being alone


And the thoughts it brings
Being alone allows me to ruminate on my thoughts


The darkness can sometimes
Being in a dark place emotionally can sometimes


Be a pleasure to me
Bring me satisfaction or comfort in a strange way


I stand around on the outside
I feel like an outsider, not part of the group


I've been peering from the edge
Watching from a distance, not fully participating


Looking for the answers
Searching for meaning or truth


To the questions I'll never ask
Questions that I am afraid or unwilling to ask out loud


It's from this place we'll find our peace
By embracing our loneliness and darkness


And reconcile our bitterness
We'll be able to come to terms with our negative emotions


We have to, we have to break
We must let go of our negative emotions and thoughts


Break, break, break
Completely let go and move on


Wash away, wash away
Cleanse ourselves of negativity


It's form this loneliness
Our sense of isolation


And the fear it brings
The anxiety that comes with being alone


That new doors can open up
New opportunities can arise


And be a savior to me
And help me in ways I never expected


So open my mind
Be receptive to new thoughts and perspectives


(I'll)


Open my heart
Be vulnerable and open to new experiences


It's the only way to breathe
It's necessary for me to grow and progress


It's just a trick of the lights she said
The person speaking reminds me that things may appear different than they really are


So don't panic, now don't panic
Remain calm and don't let emotions take over


It's from this place we'll find our peace
By accepting that things may not be as they seem


And reconcile our emptiness
We'll be able to come to terms with our feelings of emptiness


We had to we had to break, break, break
It was necessary for us to let go and move forward


Wash away
Cleanse ourselves of negativity


Don't panic don't panic
Remain calm and composed


It's just a trick of the lights
Reminding us that things may appear different than they really are




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: ROSS BONNEY, ADAM GOEMANS, RAMSAY MILLER, SCOTT RINNING

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@boxof9shadows

I like my loneliness and the thoughts it brings
The darkness can sometimes be a pleasure to me
I stand around on the outside of it peering from the edge
Looking for the answers to the questions I'll never ask

It's from this place we'll find our peace
And reconcile our bitterness
We have to
We have to
Break, break, break, break
Washed away
Washed away

It's from this loneliness and the fear it brings
That new doors can open up and be a saviour to me
So i'll open my mind, open my heart
It's the only way to breathe
It's the static of the lights, she said
So don't panic
No, don't panic

It's from this place we'll find our peace
And reconcile our emptiness
We have to
We have to
Break, break, break, break
Washed away
Washed away
(It's just a trick of the light, she says)
Washed away
(Don't panic, don't panic)



All comments from YouTube:

@glastomole9570

How these boys slipped under the radar back in 2007 with this, their debut Album defies belief??!??? - 'A Strange Education' is quite simply a spectacular masterpiece. Fact.

@DarthBleh

I hope they reform someday. I'm Colombian so no chance for me to ever see them live unless I moved somewhere closer to them lmao

@No-pl2we

I'm Italian, I saw them live in Milan, I think in 2008 or 2009, a great show, very intense.

@xxxperinuxxx

THIS SONG. THESE LYRICS. AMAZING. JUST AMAZING.

@kisuniamrr9536

🤗🤗🤗

@agentv2286

I missed this time then this song been realised but i feel this wibe

@lindseywilson85

They were an amazing band. I saw them at the Cockpit, Leeds, supporting editors. It was a tiny venue so we chatted to Scott afterwards. He was really sweet and seemed surprisingly shy for a frontman. Good times.

@tcphillips333

One of my favorite bands! I love this song.

@EclecticoIconoclasta

Remembering the awesome decade of the 2000s

@rolysaavedra3135

13 Years ago
amazing music!

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