Say It Anyway
Whispers of Life and Loss: Dean Omori's Soulful Reflections
Lyrics
My brother died this morning
Expresses the speaker's grief over the death of their brother that occurred in the morning.
Drank himself away
Suggests that the brother's death was a result of excessive drinking, implying a self-destructive behavior.
Mother daughter all alone
Highlights the emotional impact on the mother and daughter left alone after the brother's demise.
Hole in the world today
Refers to the profound emptiness and sadness in the world due to the loss.
Life is built on parlour tricks
Reflects on the deceptive nature of life, built on illusions and false impressions.
And impressions that lie
Further emphasizes the theme of deception and falsehood in life.
I'll put away your soldiers and ya building boots
Suggests a symbolic act of putting away symbols of authority and construction, expressing frustration and disillusionment.
And curse the reasons why
Expresses discontent and a desire to curse the reasons behind the speaker's current state of mind.
Here's what I earned on the road
Refers to the speaker's earnings or experiences gained from their life journey.
From my philosophy
Indicates that the speaker has developed a personal philosophy through their life experiences.
I got more respect for ya drinking alone
Expresses admiration for individuals who face their struggles by drinking alone, contrasting it with passive waiting for hope.
Than waiting for your hope to leave
Values the act of confronting difficulties through drinking over passively waiting for hope to fade.
Remember me I was over there
Addresses a past version of the speaker who was present in a difficult situation.
The ugly little one who knew
Describes the speaker as "the ugly little one who knew," possibly suggesting an understanding of harsh realities.
And I knew you wished that you could cry
Acknowledges a shared desire for emotional release and expression, particularly through crying.
And I wished you could too
Expresses a mutual wish for emotional vulnerability and connection between the speaker and another person.
So here's to those at the bottom of the world
Toasts those facing challenges at the bottom of the world, symbolizing hardships and struggles.
And I'll see ya when I'm down
Anticipates a future meeting with those facing challenges, expressing solidarity in difficult times.
Ride your demons outta here
Encourages overcoming personal demons with the help of an "apothecary clown," suggesting a figure or remedy for healing.
On the apothecary clown
Uses the imagery of an apothecary clown as a symbol for overcoming inner struggles and challenges.
And who knows where life has gone
Ponders the uncertain and unpredictable nature of life and the roles individuals play in it.
And the part in it you play
Reflects on the complexity of life and the different roles individuals play in it.
The wonder is over
States that the sense of wonder in life is over, possibly implying a loss of innocence or idealism.
We're a life and death away
Highlights the thin line between life and death, emphasizing the fragility and unpredictability of existence.
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