Cavities is a dedication to my brother Jack. It gives a slight insight to the medical issues that have plagued him throughout his life, but progresses to focus primarily on the love and positive support he’s instilled in me, which on more than one occasion has saved my life.
You were convulsing in the next room, so I lay awake in bed
And prayed to a God that I don't believe in so that he may keep you safe
I could hear our father's fingers work their way into the wood of your door frame
Mother shaking, as your eyes rolled back into your head again
Just as we thought death would prevail, febrile response gave way to pale
Cavities to fingernails, anxiety has left me frail
But I left then how I feel now
Despite the detriment you've faced, it is your warmth that made me proud
And though I barely remember, it was you who soothed my ache
In the depth of my depression, I thought my life was mine to take
I am forever in your debt for things that you could never say
All the love that I have felt, you gave with no intentions to take
I am as the moon, any affection that my glow is the subject of belongs to you
For I am nothing more than a reflection of you
And your love
Cavities was written by Tom Weaver.
Cavities was produced by Toby Evans.
Vocalist Tom Weaver spoke about the meaning behind the song in the track-by-track of Love Is Not Enough for New Noise.
“Cavities” is a dedication to my brother Jack. It gives a slight insight to the medical issues that have plagued him throughout his life, but progresses to focus primarily on the l...