The Bug Lyrics – Crumb

[Verse 1]
We caught a fly
Reminds me of when I was some tiny child
Runs behind, but I can never see their eyes
Lost track of tim
et older but not wiser
The years go by
And the bug stays on my mind

[Refrain]
It’s always on my mind
It’s just always on my mind
It’s just always on my mind
[Verse 2]
We hold on tight
Wrapped up, just you and I
While the moon looks full of red
It’s the pull, keeps us moving straight ahead
Two bees can change
The motions still the same
But my wings won’t open wide
While the bug stays on my mind

[Refrain]
It’s always on my mind
It’s just always on my mind
It’s just always on my mind

[Outro]
Bit me in the nighttime
In the nighttime, it’s the first time
That we slept in the same bed but I got

“The Bug” by Crumb reflects on the persistence of memories and emotions over time. The lyrics evoke nostalgia for childhood innocence, yet the passage of years doesn’t necessarily bring clarity. The metaphorical bug symbolizes unresolved thoughts or feelings that linger despite efforts to move forward. Despite finding solace in companionship (“Wrapped up, just you and I”), the bug, representing past regrets or unfulfilled desires, continues to haunt. The song’s dreamy atmosphere and introspective lyrics underscore the universal experience of grappling with the past while navigating the present.

[Verse 1]
The first verse reflects on a fleeting childhood memory, triggered by catching a fly. The speaker reminisces about a time when they were young and carefree, chasing after flies without a concern for time. Despite growing older, they feel they haven’t gained wisdom, and the memory of the fly, symbolizing unresolved issues or regrets, continues to occupy their thoughts.

[Refrain]
The refrain emphasizes the persistent nature of the memory represented by the “bug.” It repeats the idea that this memory is constantly on the speaker’s mind, suggesting its significant impact on their thoughts and emotions.

[Verse 2]
In the second verse, the speaker describes holding onto a relationship (“Wrapped up, just you and I”) amidst uncertainty and change. The imagery of the red moon and the metaphor of “two bees” symbolize the gravitational pull of love and the inevitability of change. However, despite the desire to move forward, the presence of the “bug” prevents them from fully spreading their wings, indicating unresolved issues that linger.

[Refrain]
Similar to the first refrain, this repetition emphasizes the persistent nature of the memory represented by the “bug.” It reinforces the idea that despite the passage of time and experiences, this memory remains a constant presence in the speaker’s mind.

[Outro]
The outro introduces a new aspect, possibly referencing a significant event or moment in the speaker’s life. The imagery of being bitten in the nighttime during a shared experience of sleeping together suggests a moment of vulnerability or intimacy. However, the presence of the “bug” interrupts this moment, hinting at unresolved conflicts or issues that arise even in moments of closeness.