The band's debut album, “The One”, was released in 2009, produced by Bleu.
Subsequent albums are NORDO (2012), Black Box (2016), Echo Papa (EP) (2017), ...
THINKING OF YOU
Air Traffic Controller Lyrics
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Since the incident
And how I couldn't stay
Didn't want you thinking I'm a bad guy
Ain't no need to question my integrity
The emotion was strong
Lasted longer than I hoped that it would
Biting off a little more than I should
Ooh, this could be different
Ooh, we could be good friends
Love is just the same
The city is a lonely place for the curious
Everyone is in their floors
You hardly meet the eyes of a stranger
Never mind hold a whole conversation
But luckily I knew someone
That someone knew someone who knew you
Could've been an awkward situation
After all, it's someone that you barely know
Ooh, this could be different
Ooh, we could be good friends
Love is just the same
And we run into the ocean
We're swimming in a hurricane
I know they tell you not to
'Cause the army toll will you pour you in
Ooh, this could be different
Ooh, this could be different
Ooh, this could be different
Ooh, we could be good friends
Love is just the same
The lyrics to Air Traffic Controller's song "Thinking of You" highlight the trials and tribulations of developing a new relationship in a busy city. The singer is plagued by his thoughts of the other person, which only intensify after "the incident" that caused him to briefly leave their lives. He acknowledges that his sudden departure may have caused the other person to see him as a "bad guy" but assures them that his integrity should not be in question. The singer also acknowledges his reputation for biting off more than he can chew, but hopes that this time things will be different.
The chorus of the song is filled with hopeful optimism. The singer seems to be flirting with the idea of a romantic relationship by suggesting that "we could be good friends" and that "love is just the same." The lyrics convey a sense of longing for companionship in a place where everyone is too busy to form genuine connections with one another.
In the second verse, the singer reveals how he and the other person came to know each other through a chain of acquaintances. He acknowledges that the situation could have been awkward, but seems grateful that they were able to connect nonetheless. The final lines of the song continue to express the singer's hope that this relationship will be different than his previous encounters.
Overall, "Thinking of You" is a romantic ballad about the longing for connection in a fast-paced world. The lyrics convey the singer's hope that his new relationship will last and that he will finally be able to find the companionship he has been searching for.
Line by Line Meaning
I thought about you every day
I couldn't stop thinking about you since the incident.
Since the incident
Since whatever caused the separation between us occurred.
And how I couldn't stay
I was unable to remain in the situation that created distance between us.
Didn't want you thinking I'm a bad guy
I was afraid you might perceive me as the bad guy for my actions.
Ain't no need to question my integrity
I have a solid character, and you needn't doubt my intentions.
The emotion was strong
I felt a strong emotional pull towards you.
Lasted longer than I hoped that it would
I wished the feelings had subsided earlier than they did.
Kinda sorta built a reputation
My behavior towards you earned me some recognition.
Biting off a little more than I should
I may have taken risks that were outside of my comfort zone.
Ooh, this could be different
Interacting with you now could be unlike anything before.
Ooh, we could be good friends
We could develop a solid friendship.
Love is just the same
Regardless of what we call it, we share a deep connection.
The city is a lonely place for the curious
In an urban environment, it's difficult to meet new people and avoid isolation.
Everyone is in their floors
People are busy with their own lives and interests.
You hardly meet the eyes of a stranger
It can be hard to connect with others, especially strangers.
Never mind hold a whole conversation
It's often difficult to start and maintain a conversation with someone new.
But luckily I knew someone
Fortunately, I had a mutual contact in common with you.
That someone knew someone who knew you
Through a network of acquaintances, I was able to find out more information about you.
Could've been an awkward situation
Meeting each other could have been an uncomfortable moment.
After all, it's someone that you barely know
We are practically strangers, despite the link between us.
And we run into the ocean
We both took a risk, even in the face of potential danger.
We're swimming in a hurricane
We're existing in a tumultuous and ever-changing environment.
I know they tell you not to
There is conventional wisdom that would prevent us from coming together.
'Cause the army toll will you pour you in
Some people talk of the risks associated with taking a chance on love.
Ooh, this could be different
Our connection could be unique and unlike anything else we've experienced.
Ooh, we could be good friends
Our shared history and connection could pave the way for a great friendship.
Love is just the same
Regardless of what we call it, our connection and attraction are undeniable.
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