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Keep Your Friends Close Lyrics - Jorge Rivera-Herrans


Soundtrack: EPIC: The Ocean Saga

Keep Your Friends Close Lyrics

Keep Your Friends Close Song Lyrics


[ODYSSEUS]
Great wind god, Aeolus
I don't know if you know this
But our path to home is blocked by an impenetrable storm
I ask for your assistance
So we at last can go the distance
Can you cast the perfect winds for us and aid our journey home?

[AEOLUS]
Ha ha ha
I am the wind, twisting and turning
I give the fire enough to stay burning
Let's play a game

[ODYSSEUS]
A game?

[AEOLUS]
That's what I'm serving
And if you win, you will get what you're yearning

[ODYSSEUS]
Deal

[AEOLUS]
Take a look right here at this bag
It has the winds of the storm all trapped
All you gotta do is not open this bag

[ODYSSEUS]
Sounds too easy, what's the catch?

[AEOLUS, WINIONS]
Ha ha ha
Keep your friends close and your enemiеs closer
Never rеally know who you can trust
If they wanna get the bag open, you gotta say "no, sir"
Sometimes killing is a must

[ODYSSEUS, spoken]
What?

[AEOLUS]
'Cause the end always justifies the means
Friends turn into foes and rivalries
So keep your friends close and your enemies closer
Never really know who you can trust (Never really know who you can trust)

[PERIMEDES]
Captain, what's happening?

[PERIMEDES & ELPENOR]
What's trapped in that bag?

[ODYSSEUS]
Something dangerous, friends
We mustn't lag
[WINIONS, spoken]
It's treasure!

[ODYSSEUS, spoken]
What?

[WINIONS, spoken]
Buh-bye!

[PERIMEDES]
Open the bag

[ELPENOR]
Let's see what you got

[ODYSSEUS]
No, do not
Everybody listen closely
See how this bag is closed?
That's how it's supposed to be
This bag has the storm inside
We cannot let the treasure rumor fly

[PERIMEDES & ELPENOR]
We'll try
[AEOLUS, CREW, WINIONS]
Keep your friends close and your enemies closer
Never really know who you can trust
Never really know who you can trust
Now they wanna get the bag open so they can have closure
Sometimes sneaking is a must
Sometimes sneaking is a must
'Cause the end always justifies the means
Everything's changed since Polites, so
Keep your friends close and your enemies closer
Never really know who you can trust
Never really know who you can trust

[ODYSSEUS]
For nine days, I've stayed wide awake
Trying to make it home with no storm or tidal wave
I remain unopposed, the bag is still closed
And I'm getting closer to you

[CREW]
Penelope

[ODYSSEUS]
I can't wait to make some new memories

[CREW]
Telemachus

[ODYSSEUS]
Time for me to be the father I never was

[PENELOPE & TELEMACHUS]
Just keep your eyes open

[ODYSSEUS]
Why are my eyes and my heart and my soul so heavy?

[PENELOPE & TELEMACHUS]
Just keep your eyes open

[ODYSSEUS]
I keep on trying to embrace you both
Why won't you let me?

[PENELOPE & TELEMACHUS]
Just keep your eyes open

[ODYSSEUS]
So much has changed but I'm the same
Yes I'm the same

[PENELOPE & TELEMACHUS]
Just keep your eyes open

[ENSEMBLE]
Just keep your eyes open

[PENELOPE, spoken]
Wake up!
Wake up, Odysseus, they're opening the bag
Wake up!

[ODYSSEUS]
No!

[AEOLUS, CREW, WINIONS]
Keep your friends close and your enemies closer
Never really know who you can trust
Never really know who you can trust
Storm
Full speed ahead

[ODYSSEUS]
Where's the storm taking us?

[AEOLUS]
I said to keep the bag closed, but you weren't compliant
If I had to guess? You're heading to the

[AEOLUS & WINIONS]
Land of the giants

[CREW]
Storm, storm

[ODYSSEUS, spoken]
Help me close the bag

[EURYLOCHUS, spoken]
But sir, it's too late

[ODYSSEUS, spoken]
We can save whatever wind is left to use another day
Come on!

[POSEIDON, spoken]
Odysseus of Ithaca
Do you know who I am?



February, 08th 2024
Introduction to Themes and Context
"Keep Your Friends Close" is a song from "EPIC: The Ocean Saga," part of Jorge Rivera-Herrans' ambituous musical project, "EPIC." This piece is a contemporary reinterpretation of Homer's "The Odyssey," translated into a musical language that resonates with modern audiences. The song, through its engaging narrative and melodic composition, explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the complexities of leadership.

The Journey of Odysseus
At its core, "Keep Your Friends Close" recounts a pivotal moment in Odysseus' journey home. Tadked with keeping a bag of winds closed to ensure safe passage, Odysseus faces the ultimate test of trust and leadership. The song portrays this challenge with a blend of anticipation and underlying tension, highlighting the thin line between friend and foe.

The Message of Vigilance
The repeated phrase, "Keep your friends close and your enemies closer," serves as a cautionary advice in navigating relationships, emphasizing the unpredictability of human intentions. This message underscores the importance of vigilance and wisdom in leadership, a theme that transcends the mythological setting and finds relevance in contemporary scenarios.

The Emotional Spectrum
As the song progresses, the emotional stakes rise. Odysseus' struggle to maintain control and protect his crew from their curiosity and greed is palpable. His longing for home and the responsibilities awaiting him there add layers of depth to the narrative, showcasing the internal and external battles he faces.

Interpretation and Relevance
"Keep Your Friends Close" is a multifaceted composition that speaks to the enduring human experiences of journey, struggle, and the pursuit of goals against odds. It reflects on the essence of trust and the price of leadership, themes that resonate across time and cultures. The song's incorporation into "EPIC: The Ocean Saga" aligns with the broader project's aim to reinterpret classic tales through a modern lens, making ancient stories accessible and relevant to today's audience.

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