Beyond The Music
Eternal Bonds: Descendents' Odyssey Beyond The Music
Lyrics
Started out with nothing to say
Started with a lack of initial expression or message.
In a carpet cave we learn how to play
Learned how to play music in an informal or humble setting ("carpet cave").
Talk about our favorite songs
Discussing favorite songs and musical preferences.
We didn't know that this would last forever
Unaware that their musical journey would endure indefinitely.
As it played along
The musical journey continues and evolves.
We set our course for any way out
Setting a direction for their musical journey, hoping the vehicle (van) doesn't break down.
Prayin' that the van wouldn't break down
Anxiety about the reliability of their means of transportation.
Found some places we belong
Discovering places where they feel a sense of belonging.
Load the gear, play our songs
Engaging in the routine of loading gear and performing their music.
Who'd have known this would last forever
Realization that their musical journey has enduring qualities.
As it moved along
Continuation and evolution of their musical endeavor.
Here we are today
Reflecting on their current state in the present.
Still look each other in the face
Maintaining interpersonal connections over time.
Not expecting a single thing beyond the music
Not anticipating anything beyond the joy and significance of making music together.
Still finding ways to share what we feel
Finding new ways to express and communicate emotions through music.
For kids with no friends, it doesn't seem real
Expressing disbelief that their close-knit community may seem unreal to outsiders.
And there's nothing in this world
Emphasizing the intangible value of their bond over material possessions.
Not a dollar, dream or girl
Highlighting that nothing external can surpass their connection.
That can rival what we have between us
Stressing the uniqueness and strength of their relationship.
Beyond the music
Underlining the depth of their connection beyond the musical aspect.
Here we are today
Reiteration of their continued interpersonal connection.
Still look each other in the face
Continued acknowledgment of each other's presence.
Not expecting a single thing beyond the music
No expectations beyond the intrinsic value of creating music together.
Frustrato-rock or chainsaw pop
Reference to their music genre ("frustrato-rock" or "chainsaw pop").
Or whatever it is we play
Indicating a lack of concern about their specific musical style.
This is our family
Declaring their musical companionship as a familial bond.
And it will always be this way
Affirmation that this familial bond is enduring.
Beyond the music
Reiteration of the lasting connection beyond the music itself.
We found our family
Affirmation that they have found a family through their shared musical journey.
Beyond the music
Emphasizing the enduring nature of their connection beyond the music.
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