Brains
Revolutionary Rhythms: Unveiling the Underground Soul of 'Brains'
Lyrics
Rock and motherfuckin' roll won't ever be
Expressing that rock and roll will always hold a rebellious spirit.
As legit as when we were 17
Nostalgic reflection on the authenticity of youth at age 17.
You're 45 rippin' Juuls outside of a teenage disco
Describing a middle-aged person vaping outside a teen club, highlighting a contrast in behavior.
Baby I coulda swore I heard you say
Recalling a moment where it seemed acceptable for the partner to tolerate drug use.
You didn't mind if I got high on my birthday
Referencing a memory where drug use was seemingly acceptable on the speaker's birthday.
Internet freshmen making the team with some
Depicting newcomers on the internet, using webcams, and struggling with self-esteem.
Webcams and low self esteem all the
Highlighting the prevalence of low self-esteem among internet users.
Cheap suits in the management team are gonna
Describing management figures in cheap suits regretting the speaker's disinterest.
Wish that I wasn't over it
Anticipating regret from the management team for being disinterested.
Brains on the pavement
Metaphorically referencing a messy or chaotic situation.
Garage rock band in the basement
Describing a rock band in a humble setting, likely an underground or DIY scene.
Pawn shop pistol with the trigger
Referencing a firearm obtained from a pawn shop, possibly symbolizing a gritty lifestyle.
Click back with the tempo
Suggesting a sudden change or explosive development in the situation.
We gonna blow it up like Coke and a Menthos
Expressing a desire to make a significant impact, akin to a fizzy reaction with Coke and Mentos.
Triple bypass on a hometown heartbeat
Metaphorically describing a medical procedure on a local music scene.
Checking out your name on a dive bar marquee
Checking for recognition in a small venue's promotional display.
Sippin' on some green tea
Relaxing with green tea, possibly contrasting with a stereotypical rock and roll lifestyle.
Ram Dass psilocybin vibe innuendo
Referring to a psychedelic experience with Ram Dass and psilocybin.
Baby I coulda swore I heard you say
Recalling a moment when drug use seemed acceptable on a workday.
You didn't mind if I got high on a work day
Referencing a memory where drug use was seemingly acceptable on a workday.
Take a step back cause we're fighting the man with a
Encountering resistance or opposition from authority.
Dab bag and a cell phone plan
Using unconventional methods to resist authority, involving drugs and technology.
All the hashtags in the back of my van are gonna
Referring to social media trends and activism, possibly in a humorous way.
Wish that I wasn't over it
Anticipating regret from those who dismissed the speaker's unconventional methods.
Brains on the pavement
Repeating the metaphor of a messy or chaotic situation.
Garage rock band in the basement
Reiterating the image of a rock band in an unconventional or humble setting.
Pawn shop pistol with the trigger
Repeating the image of a firearm from a pawn shop, possibly symbolizing a gritty lifestyle.
Click back with the tempo
Repeating the idea of a sudden change or explosive development in the situation.
We gonna blow it up like Coke and a Menthos
Reiterating the desire to make a significant impact, akin to a fizzy reaction with Coke and Mentos.
Brains on the pavement
Repeating the metaphor of a messy or chaotic situation.
Garage rock band in the basement
Reiterating the image of a rock band in an unconventional or humble setting.
Pawn shop pistol with the trigger
Repeating the image of a firearm from a pawn shop, possibly symbolizing a gritty lifestyle.
Click back with the tempo
Repeating the idea of a sudden change or explosive development in the situation.
We gonna blow it up like Coke and a Menthos
Reiterating the desire to make a significant impact, akin to a fizzy reaction with Coke and Mentos.
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