Montreal's Stars are back with an upbeat recording that showcases the group's maturity. We'll hear their gorgeous new songs live on Morning Becomes Eclectic. Watch / Listen to the full session here: www.kcrw.com/mu...
My uncle just died a few hours ago; I went right to this song. Why? I'm just figuring the answer to that right now and having an epiphany, fully in tears. "Take the weakest thing in you and beat the bastards with it And always hold on when you get love So you can let go when you give it" As an autistic person, this was always one of my favorite lines: The things people often dislike or criticize in you ("weakest thing in you) often can be your strength, esp if they are overcome or honed. For instance, I was always oppressed, shoved around and made to keep secrets, but I rebelled, screamed out the truth and never pretended for them and so, was made out to be the troublemaker. I remained unwilling to 'play the game' of others throughout my life and this is what kept me sane and joyous despite my life, personal tragedies, despite everything. This dedication to truth and honesty I will never stop because it's what kept my soul alive and free. My mom on the phone even just validated that I never had anyone kind and comforting surrounding me as a kid. What makes you different from them also makes you stronger than them. The epiphany is realizing that my uncle was one of only two people in my childhood and youth who offered me kindness and genuine interest. If I had received just a bit more of this positive support, I would have been able to "hold on when you get love" earlier in life rather than isolating myself and choosing my impenetrable fortress of defenses. If only I had "held on" and accepted that love earlier, I would have as a result been able to give love more freely. I think my uncle was autistic too. RIP Uncle Bob ❤❤ We miss you ❤❤ Fight for all of our hearts, people , fight like an effing warrior and never stop.
Jesus this song, and it's album, should've been top of the charts across the world. Baffles me that it wasn't. And then it disappeared from streaming services! Why?!
anyone else hear a slight ben gibbard influence in his singing voice? that was the first thing i thought when i heard it on the radio. just a slight similarity.
