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.
Strangers Again
Against the Current Lyrics
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And what have I done?
It's like I've been sleeping for two years
And I'm just waking up
Like I'm coming out of a blackout
Like I didn't see you 'till right now
I look around and I'm feeling like
I built a prison and put myself in it
(Ah, ah)
I don't wanna go through the motions
(Ah, ah)
No, I don't wanna
I can't stand it when you touch me like that
'Cause it just reminds me of the nights that I spent
Telling myself it was fine
But now I'm over that
I think it's better if we just pretend
We're just strangers again
Where do I go now?
And where do I start?
I don't wanna pick up the pieces
I just wanna watch it all fall apart, fall apart
Like it should, fall apart, like I said I would
I wanted out, but you held me down
And fed me the lies I told you myself
(Ah, ah)
I don't wanna go through the motions
(Ah, ah)
No, I don't wanna
I can't stand it when you touch me like that
'Cause it just reminds me of the nights that I spent
Telling myself it was fine
But now I'm over that
I think it's better if we just pretend
We're just strangers again
We had what we had but it's done now I'm over it
Held on for too long when I should've let go of it
And I know it was wrong but I tried to keep hold of it
It was wrong, it was wrong, it was wrong
I can't stand it when you touch me like that
'Cause it just reminds me of the nights that I spent
Telling myself it was fine
But now I'm over that
I think it's better if we just pretend
We're just strangers again
I can't stand it when you touch me like that
'Cause it just reminds me of the nights that I spent
Telling myself it was fine
But now I'm over that
I think it's better if we just pretend
We're just strangers again
The song "Strangers Again" by Against the Current is about a person who wakes up to a realization that they have been pretending everything is okay in the relationship, but they are not happy. The lyrics "How did I get here, and what have I done?" can be interpreted as the person's shock about how they have allowed their relationship to get to this point. They feel like they have been in a "blackout" or living in a daze for two years, and they are just waking up to the reality of their situation. The line "I built a prison and put myself in it" implies that the person has played a role in creating their unhappy situation.
The chorus "I can't stand it when you touch me like that, 'cause it just reminds me of the nights that I spent telling myself it was fine" suggests that the person has been trying to convince themselves that they are okay with the relationship, hence the "nights that I spent telling myself it was fine." However, they have now realized that they are not over the issue, and it is better to pretend that they are strangers again than to continue pretending.
Overall, the song "Strangers Again" is a powerful depiction of a lost relationship and the realization that things may never be the same again. It is about recognizing that sometimes it is better to move on and start over rather than pretending to be happy when the reality is the opposite.
Line by Line Meaning
How did I get here
I don't know how I ended up in this situation
And what have I done?
What actions did I take to get here?
It's like I've been sleeping for two years
I was not aware of what was going on around me for a long time
And I'm just waking up
Now I realize what's going on and what I've done
Like I'm coming out of a blackout
It feels like I was not in control of my actions
Like I didn't see you 'till right now
I was not aware of my partner's presence until recently
I look around and I'm feeling like
I observe my surroundings and start to realize how I've been affected
I built a prison and put myself in it
I am responsible for the situation I'm in
I don't wanna go through the motions
I don't want to pretend everything is okay
I can't stand it when you touch me like that
Your touch brings up negative memories and feelings
'Cause it just reminds me of the nights that I spent
I associate your touch with past experiences
Telling myself it was fine
I lied to myself about the situation
But now I'm over that
I am ready to move on and let go of the past
I think it's better if we just pretend
We should act like we don't know each other to avoid conflict
Where do I go now?
I am lost and unsure of what to do next
And where do I start?
I don't know how to move on or begin to heal
I don't wanna pick up the pieces
I don't want to deal with the aftermath
I just wanna watch it all fall apart, fall apart
I am okay with letting everything crumble
Like it should, fall apart, like I said I would
This is what I anticipated would happen
I wanted out, but you held me down
I wanted to end things, but you prevented me from doing so
And fed me the lies I told you myself
I was dishonest with myself and you about my feelings
We had what we had but it's done now I'm over it
Our relationship is over and I'm ready to move on
Held on for too long when I should've let go of it
I prolonged the relationship when I should have ended it sooner
And I know it was wrong but I tried to keep hold of it
I am aware that I made a mistake staying in the relationship
It was wrong, it was wrong, it was wrong
The relationship was not right for me
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andrew Maxwell Goldstein, Christina Costanza, Daniel Gow, Nick Long, William Ferri
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Against The Current
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Abelardo Alvarez
excellent music I love it.
soulrelan rodino
I love u Chrissy and you are so Beautiful I love this songs. ATC the Best band love this band
코대머리TV
찐이다
jared pendley
Love all of your music. I am a big fan of your music. I listen to it all the time. I love the rhythm of your music and the songs make my day brighter.
Frank Kruiser
0pppp
Nikel Nuts
I know I’m not the only one that thinks they’re extremely underrated.
DeVernePersonal
i know i am not the only one that hears Tommy pickles singing this song.
Advita Raj
hitting 6M+ views isn't underrated
Grandadmiral Thrawn
@Starhunter Really? Where's the pic?😂😂😂