Public Chalk

This 80’s sounding Arcade Fire track is by far my favorite from Neon Bible. I’ve never been able to fully understand what it’s about, some people say it has religious connotations and I agree but I also think there’s a little more to it. I gather this song is about having total control over your actions, decisions and choices – free will.

There’s this fear I keep so deep
Knew its name since before I could speak.”

Those lyrics definitely have religious connotations. We don’t realize it but so much of the way we think is based on ideals and concepts that have absolutely nothing to do with the true nature of things. Basically, we can have certain fears and worries that are completely man made and don’t really exist, for a lot of people they come from something external like religion. There are so many internal phycological shackles that can hold people back, and the crazy thing is that they can be masked in the form of good ideals and be self-defeating and hurtful without you even knowing. To me Keep The Car Running is about having an empty mind and involving yourself in this world without fear. Contrary to popular belief, no one can make you think anything, you’re thoughts are totally in your control if you are aware of them. This is a very inspiring song on a very important topic. Not to mention it sounds great and feels good, enjoy.

Arcade Fire – Keep The Car Running

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