America
Reflections on Heroes and Heartbeats: Mark Geary's Melodic Commentary
Lyrics
I'm your waiter, my rule of thumb
I, the singer, serve you as a waiter, and my general principle is to offer two appetizers for the price of one.
Appetizers, are two for one
Expressing regret for past actions, acknowledging the creation of heroes out of everyone.
And I'm so sorry, what I have done
Reflecting on a hypothetical scenario where the singer would wash their hands if America (society) were blind, indicating a desire for understanding.
I have made heroes, of everyone
Continuing the theme of remorse and apology, suggesting that if America were blind, they would comprehend the singer's actions.
I'd wash my hands, if America was blind
Reiterating the idea of cleansing oneself, metaphorically washing hands, for redemption if society were unaware.
They'd understand
Emphasizing that understanding and forgiveness would follow if America (society) lacked awareness.
The water turned salty, from songs we sung
Describing a change in the atmosphere, possibly due to emotional expressions (songs) turning relationships tense or bitter.
Beeswax beauty, on everyone
Referring to the beauty of beeswax and suggesting its presence in everyone.
Beeswax beauty, my God above
Connecting the concept of beeswax beauty to a higher power, expressing discomfort or pain through burning eyes.
My eyes were burning, I looked inside
Reflecting on a personal introspection, asking what one discovers when looking inside themselves.
Count out David, what did you find?
Referring to a person named David and questioning what is found or realized about them.
I'd wash my hands, if America was blind
Repeating the motif of cleansing hands if America (society) were blind for a better understanding.
They'd understand
Reiterating the idea that understanding and acceptance would prevail in a blind America.
There there, the baby arrows
Referring to "baby arrows" as symbols of vulnerability or challenges.
There's a warrior coming, on your front
Warning about a forthcoming challenge or warrior on the horizon.
There there, the baby arrows
Repeating the mention of "baby arrows" but asserting their inability to harm, even with attempts.
But they can't hurt you even if they try
Emphasizing the harmless nature of the challenges represented by "baby arrows."
There there, they're like baby arrows
Highlighting the ineffectiveness of these challenges, even when more effort is exerted.
The more I give them, the more you sigh
Expressing that the more the singer gives, the more sighs or disappointments result.
They're aren't feeling lucky tonight
Suggesting that luck is not on the side of those facing challenges tonight.
They're a heartbeat that just twists in your eye
Describing the challenges as a heartbeat that causes discomfort or pain in the eyes.
Eye
Repeating the word "eye" for emphasis or significance.
I'd wash my hands, if America was blind
Reiterating the theme of handwashing for understanding, mirroring earlier verses.
They'd understand
Concluding with the idea that understanding would prevail if America (society) were blind.
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