There is no band, no song, no video, no sound, that is more βnowβ than AJR. The band β three brothers born and raised in New York City β has achieved a startling quick level of success with βIβm Ready,β a buoyant electro-pop single thatβs taking off on social media. The numbers: over 1.5M views on YouTube, thousands of singles sold each week, features in Billboard, the NY Post, and on MTV. Festival performances in front of 10,000+ people.
AJR started to become popular with their track "Weak", which they wrote in a few hours and released 16th September 2016, that was made Platinum in 5 countries, including the US, and Gold in 4 more. It has more than 500 million Spotify streams.
They followed this up with their album The Click, released 9th June 2017, featuring the single Weak as well as "Drama" and "Sober Up", the latter of which features Rivers Cuomo. The album reached no. 1 on Mediabase's alternative singles chart the following year. An extended "Deluxe" version of the album was released 21st September 2018, including an acoustic version of Pretender, a track they worked on with Steve Aoki and Lil Yachty.
30th January 2019 saw the release of "100 Bad Days", which was performed on Jimmy Kimmel on 11th March (coinciding with the release of another single, "Birthday Party"), and got included on Taylor Swift's "Playlist by ME!" in May of that year. Dear Winter was released 5th April, and got a sequel, Dear Winter 2.0, on 25th October.
Neotheater was their next album. It was debuted 26th April 2019 and was possibly where the band got noticed the most, hitting number one on Billboard's Top Rock and Top Alternative charts, and 8th on the Top 200 Albums. It featured 100 Bad Days, Birthday Party, and Dear Winter.
"Bang!" came next on 13th February 2020, at first intended for a Deluxe version of Neotheater, but later integrated into their next album OK Orchestra. "Bummerland" was then released 31st August 2020. 22nd of December 2020 saw the release of My Play, 2 days after they announced OK Orchestra as an album. Then 17th February 2021 saw the release of "Way Less Sad".
OK Orchestra, often teased as OKO, was released 26th March 2021, featuring these 4 singles and a track with the Blue Man Group. Merchandise was release on the 23rd March, and a game called OKO World was released on the 21st.
Let the Games Begin
AJR Lyrics
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Let the games begin
Passed out, all my friends went and passed out
So much for the night
Last round for A.M. lovers
That's how I come alive
I'ma keep on running this shit
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma be the kid for the win
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Cab ride, just up here on the right side
Two more for the road
Sometimes when that game hits the wrong vibe
You take it home
I'm gonna be a people person in a room of people-people
I'ma keep on running this shit
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma be the kid for the win
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Keep on running this shit
Be the kid for the win, singing
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma keep on running this shit
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma be the kid for the win
Let the games begin (go)
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Keep on running this shit
Be the kid for the win, singing
Let the games begin
AJR's "Let the Games Begin" appears to be an anthem for living life to the fullest and not letting anything hold you back. The song starts with the singer acknowledging that everyone else has passed out, but he is still alive and ready for the fun to begin. The opening lines suggest that he is ready to take on whatever challenges come his way, regardless of how tired or drunk he may be feeling.
As the song progresses, the lyrics focus on the idea of being a "people person" in a room full of people. This idea suggests that the singer is confident and outgoing, and not afraid to be himself in front of others. He declares that he is "going to be the kid for the win," indicating his competitive spirit and desire to excel at whatever he sets his mind to. This determination and positivity are evident throughout the song, with the repeated chorus of "Let the games begin" serving as a call to action for anyone listening.
Overall, "Let the Games Begin" is a fun, upbeat song that encourages listeners to live life to the fullest and embrace their competitive spirit. Whether you are out with friends or facing a difficult challenge, the message of the song is clear: don't back down, don't give up, and always let the games begin.
Line by Line Meaning
Let the games begin
The singer is ready to start competing and succeeding.
Let the games begin
The singer repeats the opening line to express eagerness and anticipation.
Passed out, all my friends went and passed out
The singer's friends are too drunk to continue the night.
So much for the night
The artist is disappointed that the night ended early.
Last round for A.M. lovers
The artist is getting one last drink before leaving.
That's how I come alive
The singer feels energized by staying up late and drinking.
I'm gonna be a people person in a room of people-people
The singer will stand out as a charismatic and sociable person.
I'ma keep on running this shit
The artist will take control and lead the way.
A people person in a room of people-people
The artist has confidence in their social skills among other outgoing people.
I'ma be the kid for the win
The artist will compete and succeed like a champion.
Cab ride, just up here on the right side
The singer is near the location of their transportation.
Two more for the road
The artist will have two more drinks before leaving to sober up.
Sometimes when that game hits the wrong vibe
The singer acknowledges that the night can take a negative turn.
You take it home
The singer will end the night early and go home.
Keep on running this shit
The singer will continue to assert control and leadership.
Be the kid for the win, singing
The artist will continue to compete and succeed with enthusiasm.
Let the games begin (go)
The artist gives one last rallying cry to start competing.
Lyrics Β© O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Adam Brett Metzger, Jack Evan Metzger, Ryan Metzger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ejw1528
I feel like this whole thing was Ryans idea and the conversation went a little something like this
Jason (director): so where do you guys want to.....
Ryan: grocery store
Jason: bu-but you didn't let me finish
Ryan: ok then finish
Jason: I was asking where you wanted to film.....
Ryan: Grocery store
Jason: whispers the video stops whispering right then, who do you.....
Ryan: CARROT WITH AMBITION walks off very proud of himself
@StivetShoy
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Passed out, all my friends went and passed out
So much for the night
Last round for A.M. lovers
That's how I come alive
I'm gonna be a people person in a room of people-people
I'ma keep on running this shit
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma be the kid for the win
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Cab ride, just up here on the right side
Two more for the road
Sometimes when that game hits the wrong vibe
You take it home
I'm gonna be a people person in a room of people-people
I'ma keep on running this shit
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma be the kid for the win
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Keep on running this shit
Be the kid for the win, singing
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma keep on running this shit
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma be the kid for the win
Let the games begin (go)
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Keep on running this shit
Be the kid for the win, singing
Let the games begin
@lotusboes7232
Lyrics:
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Passed out, all my friends went and passed out
So much for the night
Last round for A.M. lovers
That's how I come alive
I'm gonna be a people person in a room of people-people
I'ma keep on running this shit
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma be the kid for the win
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Cab ride, just up here on the right side
Two more for the road
Sometimes when that game hits the wrong vibe
You take it home
I'm gonna be a people person in a room of people-people
I'ma keep on running this shit
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma be the kid for the win
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Keep on running this shit
Be the kid for the win, singing
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma keep on running this shit
Let the games begin
A people person in a room of people-people
I'ma be the kid for the win
Let the games begin (go)
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Keep on running this shit
Be the kid for the win, singing
Let the games begin
Ur welcomeππ
@feather4698
producer: what do you need for a music video
AJR: we need a man in a carrot suit
@x-sounds-uncopyrightedmusi6745
and what's wrong with that?
@r8a569
X-Sounds - Uncopyrighted Music it could be a tomatoe
@x-sounds-uncopyrightedmusi6745
r/whoosh @Real .R8a56 . I don't think you've heard that song.
@cadenwright8742
What is better than a man in a carrot suit?
@r8a569
@X-Sounds - Uncopyrighted Music I did
@wolf_ig.
Can we just appreciate how this carrot mans earned over $500 for flipping a couple burgers in about 2 seconds
@agentsquid9079
I wish my job payed me that fast for only two seconds of work.
@magicisrealxoxo2030
Lol yeah
@duckduck9608
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