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Lyrics of Be Brave by Owl City
verse
In the basement of an empty house
I slept on the floor like a vagrant
I braved a Minnesota winter night
And drove to a movie feeling lonely
And as I thawed my heart out by the light
Of the silver screen
I was unaware that you were there
In the dark, a silhouette
Was climbing up the stairs
chorus
And what I thought
In the parking lot
Was like, I just wanna know your name
I drove away
With not much to say
But in my hand I held a paper bird
And written on it were the words
Be brave
verse
Wildflower knew I wasn′t well
But on the kitchen floor I got better again
I grabbed my keys and drove toward a star
And there, I was understood for the first time in my life
Cause that's when I was introduced to true
Serendipity
I knew it when
You showed up again
In the snow, I was always told
Your heart is where you′re home
chorus
And what I thought
In the coffee shop
Was like, the last eight hours was a dream
I drove away
With not much to say
But in my hand I held a paper bird
And written on it were the words
verse
Ok, I'll be brave
outro
And in my mind
After all this time
I think, ain't life beautiful and strange
I′m blown away
With no words to say
Cause I, I′ll forever be amazed
How I learned the meaning of the phrase
Be brave
Writer(s): Adam Young
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The song 'Be Brave' by Owl City narrates a journey of self-discovery and courage through challenging times, symbolized by the metaphor of a paper bird with the words 'Be brave'. It conveys the idea of finding strength and understanding in unexpected moments and embracing the beauty and strangeness of life, ultimately learning the importance of bravery and resilience.
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Themes
Loneliness and longing
• I drove to a movie feeling lonely
• I slept on the floor like a vagrant
Self-discovery and bravery
• Ok, I'll be brave
• And written on it were the words Be brave
• But in my hand I held a paper bird
Serendipity and connection
• I was understood for the first time in my life
• I knew it when you showed up again
The beauty of life
• Ain't life beautiful and strange
• Cause I, I'll forever be amazed
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Moods
Empowerment, joy, inspiration, hope, love
Rating: G
Lyrics are child-friendly and safe for all!
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Album • 2018 • 18 tracks
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