Smithsonian The Avett Brothers

"Smithsonian" by The Avett Brothers, released in 2013, is a folk-rock song that explores themes of nostalgia, memory, and the passage of time. The lyrics reflect a longing for connection and the importance of preserving experiences. Unique harmonies and banjo elements enhance its emotional depth. The song resonates with listeners, emphasizing the value of heritage. #FolkRock

[Chorus]
Call the Smithsonian, I made a discovery
Life ain't forever and lunch isn't free
Loved ones will break your heart with or without you
Turns out we don't get to know everything

[Verse 1]
Get the young scientists, tell them "come quick"
I must be the first man that's ever seen this
Lines on my face, my teeth are not white
My eyes do not work and my legs don't move right

[Chorus]
Call the Smithsonian, I made a discovery
Life ain't forever and lunch isn't free
Loved ones will break your heart with or without you
Turns out we don't get to know everything

[Verse 2]
I wonder if Romeo ever got scared
Taken but shaken, unprepared
Under the balcony, under the trees
Fully unknowing of where this would lead
What if we marry or give up the ghost?
Or we abandon those we love most?
What if you carry me and lay me down
Once you get used to me being around?

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