Powered by catchy, upbeat melodies and Costanza's strong voice, Against the Current's sound fell more on the pop side of the spectrum.
After an all-acoustic EP, they delivered their third EP, 'Gravity, in 2015 and caught the attention of respected indie Fueled by Ramen Records.
With a new label deal in place, they began issuing singles in early 2016 in anticipation of their full-length debut, [''[album artist=Against the Current]In Our Bones', which arrived in May of that year.
On September 14, 2017, Against The Current collaborated with Riot Games to create the single "Legends Never Die" for the 2017 League of Legends World Championship, published on Riot Games' YouTube channel. On November 4, 2017, Against The Current performed live at the 2017 League of Legends World Championship opening and closing ceremonies.
On May 11, 2018, Against The Current released two singles, "Strangers Again" and "Almost Forgot", from the album 'Past Lives', released on September 28, 2018. On August 17, 2018, the band released the single "Personal". The single "Voices" was released on September 14, 2018.
On October 28, 2020, Against The Current released their new song "That Won't Save Us," followed by a second single, "Weapon," on March 10, 2021. These were followed up by a third song "again & again" ft. Guardin on June 23, 2021. The bands first EP since 2015's "'Gravity'" called "fever" was released on July 23, 2021.
On January 10, 2022, Against the Current collaborated with League of Legends European Championship for a song called "Wildfire", with casters Vedius and Drakos as guest vocals, which is a part of a promotion for the 2022 Spring Season of its League of Legends esports regional league run. In August 2022, they announced that they were no longer signed to Fueled by Ramen.
Wasteland
Against the Current Lyrics
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Is this paradise?
Or a darker side?
Candy coated lips
You're the sweetest kiss
But a bad trip
Changing faces
Know the name but I just can't place it
Slurring phrases
Took a step but I can't retrace it
You tell me, "Take this"
But I don't wanna wake up in your
Wasteland
Your wasteland
(I don't wanna wake up in your)
Wasteland
Your wasteland
(No, I don't wanna wake up in your)
Twisted fantasy
In your ecstasy
You're no good for me
Just behind the wall
It's not a dream at all
It's a free fall
Changing faces
Know the name but I just can't place it
Slurring phrases
Took a step but I can't retrace it
You tell me, "Take this"
But I don't wanna wake up in your
Wasteland
Your wasteland
(I don't wanna wake up in your)
Wasteland
Your wasteland
(No, I don't wanna wake up in your)
Oooo
I don't wanna wake up in your
Oooo
Changing faces
Slurring phrases
Nothing changes
In your waste-
I don't wanna wake up in your
Wasteland
Your wasteland
(I don't wanna wake up in your)
Wasteland
Your wasteland
(No, I don't wanna wake up in your wasteland)
Changing faces
(In your wasteland)
Slurring phrases
(I don't wanna wake up in your)
Nothing changes
(ooo)
In your waste-
I don't wanna wake up.
The song "Wasteland" by Against the Current talks about a relationship that seems to be like a rollercoaster ride. The lyrics suggest that the singer is confused about their feelings towards the other person. On one hand, they find the other person's company sweet and irresistible, but on the other hand, they know that the relationship is bad for them. The opening line, "Have I lost my mind?" suggests that the singer is feeling disoriented and unsure about the situation. The use of the line "Is this paradise or a darker side?" conveys the singer's belief that the relationship may either be perfect or toxic.
The lyrics use contrasting imagery to describe the intensity of the relationship. The "candy-coated lips" may refer to a sweet kiss, a pleasure they can't resist. But, the next line "but a bad trip" suggests that, in reality, the relationship might be harmful. The phrase "twisted fantasy" seems to describe how the other person may be manipulating the singer's perception of the relationship. The phrase "behind the wall," implies that the person may be hiding something from the singer.
The repeated refrain of "wasteland" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's reluctance to continue the relationship, which they perceive as a barren and unproductive landscape. Overall, the song conveys a sense of feeling lost and uncertain, trapped in an emotionally draining and rapidly deteriorating relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Have I lost my mind?
Am I going crazy?
Is this paradise?
Is this a perfect place?
Or a darker side?
Or maybe it has a darker side?
Candy coated lips
You have beautiful, sweet lips
You're the sweetest kiss
Your kiss is the sweetest
But a bad trip
But this situation is not good for me
Changing faces
You're not the same person anymore
Know the name but I just can't place it
I recognize you, but I can't remember who you are
Slurring phrases
You're speaking unintelligibly
Took a step but I can't retrace it
I did something, but I can't remember what it was
You tell me, "Take this"
You're offering me something
But I don't wanna wake up in your
But I don't want to be a part of your
Wasteland
Desolate or bleak place
Your wasteland
The world you have created
(I don't wanna wake up in your)
(I don't want to live in your world)
Twisted fantasy
A distorted, unhealthy imagination
In your ecstasy
When you're feeling intense happiness or pleasure
You're no good for me
Being with you is not good for me
Just behind the wall
Your true self is just hidden beneath the surface
It's not a dream at all
What's happening is real
It's a free fall
It's an uncontrollable and dangerous situation
Nothing changes
Everything remains the same
In your waste-
In your desolate and bleak world
Oooo
Vocalization of discomfort or disappointment
I don't wanna wake up in your
I don't want to be a part of your
Wasteland
Desolate or bleak place
Your wasteland
The world you have created
(No, I don't wanna wake up in your)
(No, I don't want to live in your world)
Changing faces
You're not the same person anymore
(In your wasteland)
(In your desolate and bleak world)
Slurring phrases
You're speaking unintelligibly
(I don't wanna wake up in your)
(I don't want to be a part of your)
Nothing changes
Everything remains the same
(ooo)
(vocalization of discomfort or disappointment)
In your waste-
In your desolate and bleak world
I don't wanna wake up.
I don't want to be a part of this any longer.
Contributed by Maya W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.