The original GCH began playing birthday parties, clubs, and festivals which eventually led to numerous larger venues throughout the northeast, including four years on Warped Tour (2003, 2004, 2006, 2008). During this time, GCH released four self-produced CDs: "Hed Candy" (1999), "Greasy Kids Stuff" (2000), "For the Kids" (2001) and "Papercut Chronicles EP" (2004).
"As cruel as School Children" was released on July 25, 2006. A second version of the album, released on November 4, 2006 additionally contains the single "Cupid's Chokehold"
After the release of "For the Kids", lead singer Travis McCoy won MTV's Direct Effect MC Battle and as a prize, he appeared in Styles P's video "Daddy Get That Cash".
The current configuration of GCH formed as guitarist Disashi Lumumba-Kasongo joined in late 2004, with bassist Eric Roberts joining in mid 2005.
After hearing the song "Taxi Driver", Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy invited the band to one of his shows. Gym Class Heroes then went on to join Pete Wentz's label, Decaydance Records, an imprint of Fueled by Ramen. Travis later said that Stump's support, coupled with the label's touring ethos and family atmosphere, led the band to signing with Decaydance/Fueled by Ramen.
Gym Class Heroes appeared on the Warped Tour in the summer of 2005 and 2006. The band completed their leg of a tour with The All-American Rejects on Nov. 29 in Las Vegas.
Their recent hit "Clothes Off" reached the No# 3 spot in the uk top 40 charts.
Lead singer Travis McCoy is currently working on a side project called Tequila Mockingbird with Nick Scimeca and is due out sometime early next year.
In mid-September 2008, Gym Class Heroes put out their album, "The Quilt". It was recorded during their late 2007 tour with Fall Out Boy and Plain White T's, "Young Wild Things". Soon after toured with Lil' Wayne on his "I Am Music" tour (late 2008).
The next album will be titled The Papercut Chronicles 2. The Stereo Hearts Songfacts reports that the first single from the album, "Stereo Hearts," features Maroon 5 frontman and The Voice coach Adam Levine on the chorus. It was released for download on iTunes on June 14, 2011 and also sent to all radio stations around the world the same day.
Travis McCoy is currently on a humanitarian trip across the globe to spread awareness about HIV/AIDS and how to prevent it.
Stereo Hearts
Gym Class Heroes Lyrics
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It beats for you, so listen close
Hear my thoughts in every note
Make me your radio (yeah)
And turn me up when you feel low (turn it up a little bit)
This melody was meant for you (yeah, right there)
Just sing along to my stereo
(Gym Class Heroes, baby)
If I was just another dusty record on the shelf
Would you blow me off and play me like everybody else?
If I ask you to scratch my back, could you manage that?
Like ye-yeah, chicka, Travie, I can handle that
Furthermore, I apologize for any skipping tracks
It's just the last girl that played me left a couple cracks
I used to, used to, used to, used to, now I'm over that
'Cause holding grudges over love is ancient artifacts
If I could only find a note to make you understand
I'd sing it softly in your ear and grab you by the hand
Just keep me stuck inside your head like your favorite tune
And know my heart's a stereo that only plays for you
My heart's a stereo
It beats for you, so listen close
Hear my thoughts in every note (yeah, yeah, yeah, come on)
Make me your radio (uh-huh)
And turn me up when you feel low (turn it up)
This melody was meant for you
Just sing along to my stereo
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, to my stereo
Oh, oh, oh
So sing along to my stereo
Let's go
If I was an old-school, fifty-pound boombox (remember them?)
Would you hold me on your shoulder, wherever you walk?
Would you turn my volume up in front of the cops? (Turn it up)
And crank it higher every time they told you to stop
And all I ask is that you don't get mad at me (mad at me)
When you have to purchase mad D batteries (batteries)
Appreciate every mixtape your friends make (friends make)
You never know, we come and go like on the interstate (never know)
I think finally found a note to make you understand
If you can hit it, sing along and take me by the hand
Just keep me stuck inside your head like your favorite tune
And know my heart's a stereo that only plays for you
My heart's a stereo (yeah)
It beats for you, so listen close (listen)
Hear my thoughts in every note (oh, oh)
Make me your radio (come on)
And turn me up when you feel low (turn it up)
This melody was meant for you
Just sing along to my stereo (just sing along, like)
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, to my stereo
Oh, oh, oh
So sing along to my stereo (sing along, sing along)
I only pray you'll never leave me behind (never leave me)
Because good music can be so hard to find (so hard to find)
I take your hand and pull it closer to mine (yeah)
Thought love was dead, but now you're changing my mind (yeah, yeah, come on, woo)
My heart's a stereo (yeah)
It beats for you, so listen close
Hear my thoughts in every note (oh, oh, oh)
Make me your radio (uh-huh)
And turn me up when you feel low (turn it up)
This melody was meant for you
Just sing along to my stereo
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, to my stereo
Oh, oh, oh (it's your boy, Travie)
(Gym Class Heroes, baby)
So sing along to my stereo (yeah)
The song "Stereo Hearts" by Gym Class Heroes is a love song that compares the singer's heart to a stereo that beats for his lover. The lyrics express a desire to be heard by the lover through the melody of the song, inviting them to listen to the thoughts expressed in every note. The chorus encourages the lover to "sing along to my stereo," which is a metaphor for being in sync and in harmony in a relationship.
However, the song also addresses the insecurities that can arise in a relationship, as the singer questions whether they would be treated like "just another dusty record on the shelf" or if their lover could "handle" scratching their back. The lyrics also touch on the idea of moving on from past grudges and being fully present in the current relationship. But ultimately, the song is a declaration of love, with the singer asking for the lover's attention, commitment, and affection.
Overall, "Stereo Hearts" is a cleverly written song that uses musical metaphors to express the emotions of love, insecurity, and devotion in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
My heart's a stereo
My feelings for you are intense and constant, like the sound of a stereo.
It beats for you, so listen close
My heart beats only for you, so pay attention to how I feel.
Hear my thoughts in every note
Every song I sing is filled with my thoughts and emotions about you.
Make me your radio (yeah)
Let me be the one who broadcasts your love and affection to the world.
And turn me up when you feel low (turn it up a little bit)
When you're feeling down, let me be the one to lift you up and make you feel better.
This melody was meant for you (yeah, right there)
Everything I sing is about you and for you, and it's meant to express my love.
Just sing along to my stereo
Join me in expressing our love together, and let's make beautiful music.
If I was just another dusty record on the shelf
If I was like all the other people who have come before me and left me in the dust
Would you blow me off and play me like everybody else?
Would you ignore me and treat me like everyone else who has come before me?
If I ask you to scratch my back, could you manage that?
If I were to ask for your help, would you be able to give it to me?
Like ye-yeah, chicka, Travie, I can handle that
Like a beat in a song, I can manage any task you give me.
Furthermore, I apologize for any skipping tracks
I'm sorry for any mistakes or miscommunications in our relationship.
It's just the last girl that played me left a couple cracks
The last person I was with before you hurt me, but I'm willing to move past that.
I used to, used to, used to, used to, now I'm over that
I used to be hurt and hesitant, but now I'm ready to leave the past behind and move on with you.
'Cause holding grudges over love is ancient artifacts
Holding onto past hurts and grudges only holds us back, and we need to move forward.
If I could only find a note to make you understand
If I could only find the right words or melody to help you understand how I feel.
I'd sing it softly in your ear and grab you by the hand
I would express my love directly and intimately, and take your hand to show my sincerity.
Just keep me stuck inside your head like your favorite tune
I want you to think of me constantly and to hold me dear in your heart like your most beloved song.
And know my heart's a stereo that only plays for you
Remember that my heart belongs to you, and I will always sing songs of love just for you.
If I was an old-school, fifty-pound boombox (remember them?)
If I were an old-fashioned, large, and heavy boombox.
Would you hold me on your shoulder, wherever you walk?
Would you hold me close and take me with you everywhere you go?
Would you turn my volume up in front of the cops? (Turn it up)
Would you take a risk and show your love for me boldly and loudly, even in front of authority figures?
And crank it higher every time they told you to stop
Would you stand up to anyone who tried to silence our love and turn up the volume even louder?
And all I ask is that you don't get mad at me (mad at me)
All I ask is that you don't get angry with me for speaking my mind and expressing my love.
When you have to purchase mad D batteries (batteries)
When you have to spend money on batteries to keep me going so you can continue to listen to my love songs.
Appreciate every mixtape your friends make (friends make)
Value every gift of love and affection that your friends give you, as they are a reminder of the love that surrounds you.
You never know, we come and go like on the interstate (never know)
We never know what the future holds, and our love may come and go like cars on a highway.
I think finally found a note to make you understand
I believe I have found the right way to express my love so that you can truly understand it.
If you can hit it, sing along and take me by the hand
If you feel the passion and love in my song, take my hand and join me in sharing it with the world.
Just keep me stuck inside your head like your favorite tune
Let your love for me stay with you always, and hold me dear to your heart.
And know my heart's a stereo that only plays for you
Remember that my heart belongs to you, and all my love is directed solely at you.
I only pray you'll never leave me behind (never leave me)
I hope and pray that our love will last forever, and that you will never leave me.
Because good music can be so hard to find (so hard to find)
True love and affection can be difficult to find, and I feel so lucky to have found it with you.
I take your hand and pull it closer to mine (yeah)
I reach out to you, and draw you close to me, to show you how much I love and need you.
Thought love was dead, but now you're changing my mind (yeah, yeah, come on, woo)
I had given up on finding love, but now you have shown me that it is real and deep, and I am grateful to have you in my life.
So sing along to my stereo (yeah)
Let us join together in expressing our love and passion for one another, and let it shine through like a beautiful song.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Eric Roberts, Travis L. McCoy, Brandon Lowry, Ammar Malik, Adam Noah Levine, Benjamin Joseph Levin, Daniel Thomas Omelio, Disashi Lumumba-Kasongo, Matthew McGinley
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