Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2003-08-11
- Album Name: Haha Sound
Song Meaning (Interpretation) of “Man Is Not A Bird” by Broadcast
This song by Broadcast reflects on how man’s existence is limited by physical, mental, and societal boundaries. The singer’s voice has a gentle yet bittersweet tone that conveys the sadness of being human – a species that die, that cannot fly and only has certain abilities. The lyrics contemplate the restrictions that are imposed upon us and how, despite our best efforts, they cannot be escaped. The singer is very aware of the finite nature of life, remarking that “memories come down as rain so we wash away” and that nothing is guaranteed. However, the song does contain a flicker of hope in the form of the repeated declaration that “man is not a bird”. While man is bound by time and mortality, this line reminds us that unlike birds, we have a capacity for thought and emotion, allowing us to forge our own paths and live life to the fullest.