In 2018, Struble released his debut album 'Fuzzybrain' as he began attending the University of Texas. Fuzzybrain, propelled by social-media virality, was a quick success. This attention prompted Struble's exit from university in favor of focusing on his music full-time.
In May of 2021, shortly before getting married, Struble would release a second album as Dayglow, titled 'Harmony House'. The record was supported by 5 singles, including 'Close To You' and 'Medicine'.
In June of 2022, Struble released a new song, entitled 'Then It All Goes Away', along with the announcement of an upcoming album. After the release of two more singles, 'Deep End' and 'Second Nature', the album 'People in Motion' was released in early October of that year, with an international tour following soon after.
Can I Call You Tonight?
Dayglow Lyrics
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Well, maybe I'm not, heaven knows
It's a spotlight stuck on the ceiling
Why are these the things that I'm feeling?
There's so much time
For me to speak up, but I keep quiet
I'll complicate the most of the mantra
The power's out and I can't turn the fan on
So can I call you tonight?
I'm tryna make up my mind
Just how I feel
Could you tell me what's real?
I hear your voice on the phone
Now I'm no longer alone
Just how I feel
Could you tell me what's real anymore?
'Cause I wouldn't know
Voice so low
Sneakin' around, so it goes
I always try my best to listen
Pickin' up things that I can fidget
Circle speed
Pacin' around, watchin' my feet
Batteries drain, I get the memo
I think that I might have to let you go
So can I call you tonight?
I'm tryna make up my mind
Just how I feel
Could you tell me what's real?
I hear your voice on the phone
Now I'm no longer alone
Just how I feel
Could you tell me what's real anymore?
'Cause I wouldn't know
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Don't go, don't go so easy
Don't go, don't go and leave me
Don't go, don't go so easy
Don't go, don't go and leave me
Don't go, don't go so easy
Don't go, don't go and leave me
Don't go, don't go so easy
Don't go, go
So can I call you tonight?
I'm tryna make up my mind
Just how I feel
Could you tell me what's real?
I hear your voice on the phone
Now I'm no longer alone
Just how I feel
Could you tell me what's real anymore?
'Cause I wouldn't know
In Dayglow's song "Can I Call You Tonight?" the singer is grappling with uncertainty and indecision regarding his feelings for another person. The opening lines suggest that the singer feels close to this person but is unsure of whether or not these feelings are reciprocated or even real. The metaphor of the spotlight on the ceiling suggests that the singer may be overthinking or overanalyzing his feelings, causing him to question the authenticity of them. The repetition of the phrase "Just how I feel, could you tell me what's real?" highlights the internal struggle the singer is facing as he tries to decipher his true emotions and whether or not they are grounded in reality.
The chorus of "Can I Call You Tonight?" centers around the singer's desire to reach out to the other person and communicate his confusion and ambivalence about his feelings. The repeated question "Can I call you tonight?" highlights the urgency and importance the singer places on this conversation. The line "I hear your voice on the phone, now I'm no longer alone" suggests that the singer is seeking validation and reassurance from the other person in order to feel more secure in his emotions.
In the second verse, the singer continues to express his confusion and uncertainty, using imagery and metaphors to describe the feeling of being lost and adrift. The lines "Batteries drain, I get the memo/I think that I might have to let you go" suggest that the singer is struggling to maintain a connection with the other person, and that he may ultimately have to move on if he can't reconcile his feelings.
Overall, "Can I Call You Tonight?" is a poignant and heartfelt exploration of the complexities of human emotion and the difficulty of expressing and understanding one's feelings. The song captures the confusion, doubt, and longing that can accompany any relationship or connection, making it a relatable and resonant piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel close
I feel like I'm almost there.
Well, maybe I'm not, heaven knows
But maybe I'm not as close as I think I am.
It's a spotlight stuck on the ceiling
I'm feeling trapped and stuck in one place with all eyes on me.
Why are these the things that I'm feeling?
I'm not sure why I'm feeling like this, but it's overwhelming.
There's so much time
There's a lot of time for me to speak my mind and express myself.
For me to speak up, but I keep quiet
But even with all that time, I still struggle to speak up and say what I need to say.
I'll complicate the most of the mantra
I make things more difficult for myself by overthinking and analyzing everything.
The power's out and I can't turn the fan on
I'm feeling frustrated and uncomfortable because of things that are out of my control.
So can I call you tonight?
Can I reach out to you and talk about how I'm feeling?
I'm tryna make up my mind
I'm still trying to figure out how I feel about everything.
Just how I feel
I need to understand and acknowledge my own emotions.
Could you tell me what's real?
I need someone else to help me sort out what's really going on.
I hear your voice on the phone
Hearing your voice gives me comfort.
Now I'm no longer alone
Talking to you makes me feel less isolated.
Cause I wouldn't know
Otherwise, I don't know what's real or what's just in my head.
Voice so low
I'm speaking quietly and carefully.
Sneakin' around, so it goes
I'm being secretive and cautious.
I always try my best to listen
I make an effort to understand what others are saying.
Pickin' up things that I can fidget
But sometimes I still struggle to focus and find things to distract myself with.
Circle speed
I'm moving in circles, restless and unsure of what to do.
Pacin' around, watchin' my feet
I'm anxious and pacing, watching my every move.
Batteries drain, I get the memo
I'm feeling drained and tired, and it's affecting me.
I think that I might have to let you go
I'm worried that I might have to move on from this relationship.
Don't go, don't go so easy
Please don't leave me without a fight, don't make it easy.
Don't go, don't go and leave me
I don't want to lose you, please don't go.
So can I call you tonight?
I need to talk to you and sort things out.
I'm tryna make up my mind
I'm still unsure about what I want and need from this relationship.
Just how I feel
I need to figure out my own emotions and be honest with myself.
Could you tell me what's real anymore?
Can you help me understand what's really happening between us?
Cause I wouldn't know
Otherwise, I'm lost and confused.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sloan Christian Struble
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A piece of extraordinary art. Love this song...