Prior to the release of Foo Fighters' 1995 debut album Foo Fighters, which featured Grohl as the only official member, Grohl recruited bassist Nate Mendel and drummer William Goldsmith, both formerly of Sunny Day Real Estate, as well as Nirvana touring guitarist Pat Smear. The band began with performances in Portland, Oregon. Goldsmith quit during the recording of their second album, The Colour and the Shape (1997); most of the drum parts were re-recorded by Grohl. Smear departed soon afterward but appeared as a guest with the band frequently from 2005; he rejoined in 2010.
Smear and Goldsmith were replaced by Franz Stahl and Taylor Hawkins; Stahl was fired before the recording of the group's third album, There Is Nothing Left to Lose (1999). The band briefly continued as a trio until Chris Shiflett joined on guitar after the completion of There Is Nothing Left to Lose. Foo Fighters released their fourth album, One by One, in 2002. It was followed with the two-disc In Your Honor (2005), which was split between acoustic songs and heavier material. Foo Fighters released their sixth album, Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace, in 2007.
For Foo Fighters' seventh studio album, Wasting Light (2011), produced by Butch Vig, Smear returned as a full member. Sonic Highways (2014) was released as the soundtrack to the television miniseries directed by Grohl. Concrete and Gold (2017) was the second Foo Fighters album to reach number one in the United States and their first studio album to feature longtime session and touring keyboardist Rami Jaffee as a full member. The band's tenth album, Medicine at Midnight (2021), was the last to feature Hawkins, who died in March 2022.
Produced by Greg Kurstin and Foo Fighters, "But Here We Are" (the band's 11th) would release on June 2nd, 2023.
On May 21, 2023, some days before the album's release, Foo Fighters would officially announce that Josh Freese would be the new drummer.
Over the course of their career, Foo Fighters have won 15 Grammy Awards, including Best Rock Album five times, making them among the most successful rock acts in Grammy history. In 2021, the band was announced as recipients of the first-ever "Global Icon" award at the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2021, their first year of eligibility.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foo_Fighters
Studio albums
Foo Fighters (1995)
The Colour and the Shape (1997)
There Is Nothing Left to Lose (1999)
One by One (2002)
In Your Honor (2005)
Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace (2007)
Wasting Light (2011)
Sonic Highways (2014)
Concrete and Gold (2017)
Medicine at Midnight (2021)
But Here We Are (2023)
What Did I Do
Foo Fighters Lyrics
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Putting words into my mouth
This one's for you to know
And for me to find out
All that trouble, and you on about
How you gonna know, til you hear it out loud
Stop, ask myself what did I do?
Come on, tell me now what did I do?
What did I do to deserve you?
I heard every word comin' from the 13th floor
Your song came along
And I heard the voices telling me to save yourself
I'll behave yourself
I stop, ask myself what did I do?
What can I do to preserve you?
Come on, tell me now, what can I do?
What can I do to conserve you?
Your name, year of fame
I could see the writing on the wall
Come on, flip a coin, bet it's going to tell you
To save yourself, I'll behave yourself
Your man, channelin', knowin' by the X on his hand
You raise, runaways singin' at the gate
To save yourself, I'll behave yourself
So here I go again
Putting words into your mouth
This one's for me to know
And for you to find out
All that trouble and I'm on about
How you gonna know, til you hear it out loud
All of your heroes, where are they now?
I'm lost, deliver me
I crossed the river finally
God as my witness
Yeah it's gonna heal my soul tonight
God as my witness
Yeah it's gonna heal my soul tonight
God as my witness
Yeah it's gonna heal my soul tonight
God as my witness
Yeah you gonna heal my soul tonight
God as my witness
Yeah you gonna heal my soul tonight
The song What Did I Do by Foo Fighters opens with a depiction of a conversation where someone is trying to put words in the singer's mouth. The singer is unwilling to play along and is instead curious about what the other person has to say. The lyrics then delve into an introspective examination where the singer asks themselves what they did to deserve the other person's attention and affection. The chorus repeats this line of questioning in a self-reflective manner.
The song then moves to a description of events where the singer heard a song that inspired them to save themselves and behave appropriately. They continue to ask themselves what they can do to preserve and conserve the love that they have received. The lyrics become ambiguous by mentioning the name and year of fame, which may refer to a specific person or event, but the meaning is not clear. However, it can be interpreted as the singer's anxiety about losing the love and affection that they have received.
In the final stanza of the song, the singer turns the tables and puts words in the other person's mouth, leaving them to find out what they meant. The song then ends with a series of repeated phrases that declare the singer's faith in God, that He will heal their soul tonight.
Overall, the song What Did I Do by Foo Fighters explores the complexities of love and relationships, as well as the anxiety and introspection that come with it. The lyrics are open to interpretation and encourage listeners to examine their thoughts and feelings about their own relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
There you go again
You're doing it again
Putting words into my mouth
Misrepresenting me
This one's for you to know
I'm keeping a secret
And for me to find out
I'll figure it out on my own
All that trouble, and you on about
You're only focused on the negative
How you gonna know, til you hear it out loud
Don't judge without hearing the whole story
Stop, ask myself what did I do?
Reflect on my actions
What did I do to deserve you?
Why do I put up with you?
Come on, tell me now what did I do?
Give me an answer
What did I do to deserve you?
Why do I put up with you?
I heard every word comin' from the 13th floor
I heard everything from a high place
Your song came along
Your message resonated with me
And I heard the voices telling me to save yourself
I heard a message to protect myself
I'll behave yourself
I'll control myself
What can I do to preserve you?
How can I keep you safe?
Come on, tell me now, what can I do?
Give me suggestions
What can I do to conserve you?
How can I save you?
Your name, year of fame
You were once famous
I could see the writing on the wall
I knew this was coming
Come on, flip a coin, bet it's going to tell you
You can predict the outcome
Your man, channelin', knowin' by the X on his hand
Your partner with a tattooed hand is spiritually guided
You raise, runaways singin' at the gate
You support youth in need
So here I go again
It's my turn now
Putting words into your mouth
Misrepresenting you
This one's for me to know
I'm keeping a secret
And for you to find out
You'll have to figure it out
All that trouble and I'm on about
I'm causing problems too
All of your heroes, where are they now?
Your role models failed you
I'm lost, deliver me
I need help finding my way
I crossed the river finally
I overcame a challenge
God as my witness
Swearing to tell the truth
Yeah it's gonna heal my soul tonight
It will bring me peace
Yeah you gonna heal my soul tonight
You will bring me peace
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: CHRIS SHIFLETT, DAVID GROHL, GEORG RUTHENBERG, NATE MENDEL, TAYLOR HAWKINS
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Spectrei
Lyrics:
There you go again
Putting words into my mouth
This one's for you to know
And for me to find out
All that trouble, and you on about
How you gonna know, 'til you hear it out loud
Stop, ask myself what did I do?
What did I do to deserve you?
Come on, tell me now what did I do?
What did I do to deserve you?
I heard every word comin' from the 13th floor
Your song came along
And I heard the voices telling me to save yourself
I'll behave yourself
I stop, ask myself what did I do?
What can I do to preserve you?
Come on, tell me now, what can I do?
What can I do to conserve you?
Your name, year of fame
I could see the writing on the wall
Come on, flip a coin, bet it's going to tell you
To save yourself, I'll behave yourself
Your man, channelin', knowin' by the X on his hand
You raise, runaways singin' at the gate
To save yourself, I'll behave yourself
So here I go again
Putting words into your mouth
This one's for me to know
And for you to find out
All that trouble and I'm on about
How you gonna know, til you hear it out loud
All of your heroes, where are they now?
I'm lost, deliver me
I crossed the river finally
God as my witness
Yeah, it's gonna heal my soul tonight
God as my witness
Yeah, it's gonna heal my soul tonight
God as my witness
Yeah, it's gonna heal my soul tonight
God as my witness
Yeah, you gonna heal my soul tonight
God as my witness
Yeah, you gonna heal my soul tonight
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RagingZen
Foo Fighters will forever be one of my all time favorite bands. No matter what different styles they pursue, I'll always support them. They're keeping true rock surfaced enough to stay alive above ground. Legends.
Rock on guys!!!
ClaimingCowbellDRUMS
Everyone seems to be complaining about the change in style, and I'm just sitting here loving this multi-city-inspired album that is giving off a 60s/70s rock'n'roll feel. The Foos have kept modern rock alive, now they're reviving classic rock. These guys are heroes - "My Hero"s to be exact! :)
Alfred Spears
Heck yeah 😁😁
hi i'm emily
Four incredible songs down, four to go. I can't imagine what the whole thing is going to sound like; halfway through it already has my vote for Album of the Year!
Daniel mc
seven years later, this is still my favourite album of all time
the exotic keeper
No the best album in the world
Eric Kanis
Carascoroscovaldo Album of the year
Vincent Cove
Trevor Plays Thanks
hi i'm emily
Vincent Gilmore That was me; I flagged his comment.
dan meme
I don't think these guys have ever put anything out that sucks. Good job fellas. I like it.