I Don't Need Light
Bear Quartet · Angry Brigade [2003]
cut the power close all communications
my thoughts are clear as dead waters
I don't need light
inside a projector still runs, run I
saw a loved one miss a chance revolt against it all
saw a loved one try so hard
saw a loved one's weight of hate apologize too late
saw why people gave
saw you make a perfect entrance
a beautiful cross reference
to every lost cause
all my obvious flaws and mistakes well
I don't need guidance
I know where I've laid them
have you come to help me leave find reasons to believe
to tell me where you've been
everybody wants to be the one most likely to have known
someone like you
I only wish that I knew
what happened to you
so many dreams snapshot scenes you are all real
sandi, sue, speedy, bob, hopey, mary
I only wish I knew what happened to you
About I Don't Need Light
"I Don't Need Light" is a standout track from Bear Quartet's 2003 album *Angry Brigade*, a pivotal release in the post-punk revival scene. The song exemplifies the band's signature style, blending raw energy with a driving rhythm that defines the era's sound. Released alongside other notable works like "Open The Door, Open" on the earlier *Gay Icon* album, this recording showcases the quartet's ability to craft intense, atmospheric music that resonates deeply within the indie and alternative rock communities. The track stands as a testament to their influence on modern indie rock, capturing the spirit of early 2000s music with its unpolished yet powerful delivery. It remains a favorite among fans for its evocative mood and the band's distinctive vocal approach.