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In short, "Amethysts" is a lamentation. From expressing the feeling of hopelessness at the beginning of the song, to the indignation against the forces outside of one's control; This song became one of Brother Kestrel's most expressive songs from the album. Culminating in a harsh clanging instrumental, "Amethysts" proceeds with the idea that everything must move forward, even when one feels like they can't go on.

lyrics

[Verse 1]
Avert your eyes from the Earth
Mistakes are all lessons learned
Now as the climb begins
The walls keep closing in

[Chorus]
What’s left from haunted winds
That blow it down again
A shimmer in your eye
That fades and darkens in

[Verse 2]
First slowly then all at once
The storm blocks out the sun
I’m running out of time
I won’t leave you behind

[Chorus]
It’s blinding to let go
Of hands that held me when,
Wide-eyed, we once held stars
In amethysts
What’s left from haunted winds
That blow it down again
A shimmer in your eye
That fades and darkens in

[Outro]
[Instrumental]

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from To the Oceans Above, track released March 19, 2021

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Brother Kestrel Washington, D.C.

My name is Thom Routon, and I am Brother Kestrel. After spending several years writing and refining the music you hear today, I am very proud to call these songs my own.

My sound derives from several sources of inspiration, all of which are blended together within the style of Indie Folk music.I sincerely hope you enjoy listening to my work.

-T
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