The Revolution
Harmony Unveiled: David Byrne's Melodic Revelation
Lyrics
Amplifiers and old guitars
Reference to musical instruments and tools, possibly symbolizing elements of a movement or change.
Country music sung in bars
Describing a common setting for music, suggesting a down-to-earth or grassroots atmosphere.
And when she sings the revolution's near
Expression of belief that the revolution is imminent when someone specific (she) sings.
Beauty holds the microphone
Beauty symbolically holds the microphone, indicating a powerful or influential role.
And watches as we stumble home
Observing the aftermath or effects of an event, possibly the impact of the revolution.
And she can see the revolution now
Confirmation that the revolution is visible or evident to Beauty.
Dirt and fish and trees and houses
Listing natural and man-made elements, portraying a diverse and comprehensive view of the world.
Smoke and hands up women's blouses
Suggestive imagery that contrasts with the expected, perhaps illustrating the unpredictability of change.
Not like I expected it would be
Expressing disappointment or surprise about the revolution not meeting personal expectations.
Bubbles pop in every size
Metaphorical description of ideas or movements being scrutinized and evaluated.
It's analyzed and criticized
Recognition that the revolution is under intense examination and judgment.
And beauty knows that it is almost here
Beauty acknowledges the approaching revolution, understanding its proximity.
Beauty goes to her address
Beauty's location or state, possibly indicating a retreat or separation from the external world.
She shuts the door and climbs the stairs
Symbolic action of closing off from the outside, suggesting a personal involvement or commitment.
And when she sleeps the revolution grows
Implication that the revolution grows and develops during Beauty's rest or absence.
Beauty rests on mattress strings
Beauty's vulnerable state, emphasizing a raw and exposed connection with the revolution.
Wearing just her underthings
Symbolic imagery of simplicity, suggesting a genuine and unmasked engagement with the revolution.
And when she wakes the revolution's here
Anticipation that the revolution will unfold or become evident as Beauty awakens.
And when she wakes the revolution's here
Reiteration that the revolution arrives or manifests upon Beauty's awakening.
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