Through Clairecords (Sacramento), Airiel released a series of four-song EPs titled Winks & Kisses. The EPs were also sold as a limited edition boxed set, capturing the evolution of Airiel in its current form. Their CDs are consistently some of the top sellers of the label, and the Frosted EP has already sold out. The group has also been asked to contribute to several compilation CDs, including Never Lose That Feeling by Club AC30 (U.K.).
In addition to their recordings, Airiel has also gained a reputation for being a live band. In addition to playing such local Chicago landmarks as the Double Door, Subterranean, and the Bottom Lounge, they have performed in Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Denver, Pittsburgh and Indianapolis. They have toured the U.S. East Coast, performing in New York City, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and points in between. Airiel has also opened for some high-profile acts, including The Dears and The Brian Jonestown Massacre.
Peoria
Airiel Lyrics
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there's no one I can call a friend
and I'm too tired too pretend
"I'm sick" she said
the same routine, collapse, defeat
the failures that I must defeat
her face that night
bathed in the glow
and on we drove
"it's hard" she said
I'm growing tired from fighting sleep
the memories just seem to creep
into my dreams
my sanctuary is displaced
by visions of my past disgrace
the skies raced past
as we drove by
somehow time lapsed
the changing skies
don't talk
just drive
we'll be
just fine
In the song Peoria by Airiel, the singer is driving with a companion who is struggling with loneliness, fatigue, and memories of past mistakes. The companion expresses the difficulty of trying to fight off sleep while feeling overwhelmed by their failures. The singer provides comfort, encouraging the companion to simply drive through the changing skies without worry or conversation, promising that they will be okay.
The lyrics convey a sense of isolation and despair, with the companion feeling completely alone and unable to rely on anyone for support. The singer provides a sense of solidarity, acknowledging the companion's struggle but also encouraging them to keep going. The image of the changing skies suggests that time is passing and things may be uncertain, but the promise of being "just fine" provides a glimmer of hope.
Overall, Peoria is a poignant and introspective song that explores themes of loneliness, exhaustion, and perseverance. It speaks to the human experience of struggling with the past and the present, but also finding comfort in moments of connection and kinship with others.
Line by Line Meaning
"Just drive" she said
She asks to keep driving without stopping.
there's no one I can call a friend
She feels lonely and has no one to talk to.
and I'm too tired too pretend
She is exhausted and can't act like everything is okay.
"I'm sick" she said
She mentions feeling unwell.
the same routine, collapse, defeat
She is stuck in a negative pattern of behavior.
the failures that I must defeat
She is struggling to overcome her past mistakes.
her face that night
She is describing a specific moment.
bathed in the glow
Her face was lit up by the car's dashboard lights.
of dashboard lights
The lights from the car's dashboard are illuminating her face.
and on we drove
The journey continued.
"it's hard" she said
She is admitting to how difficult things are.
I'm growing tired from fighting sleep
She is struggling to stay awake and alert.
the memories just seem to creep
Her past is haunting her.
into my dreams
Her nightmares are based on her past experiences.
my sanctuary is displaced
She no longer feels at peace in her own mind.
by visions of my past disgrace
She is haunted by the mistakes she has made in the past.
the skies raced past
The car was moving quickly and the sky was a blur.
as we drove by
This happened while they were driving.
somehow time lapsed
Time seemed to pass quickly.
the changing skies
The sky was changing as they drove.
don't talk
She doesn't want to talk for now.
just drive
She just wants to keep moving forward.
we'll be
Everything will be okay.
just fine
Everything will work out in the end.
Contributed by Liliana D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
lil baby tears
Incredible vibes to this song. I just want to be in the middle of downtown with one special person getting into weird shit when I listen to this.
muf
sameeee
Josh
Not many songs can create a vibe such as this, beautiful
Johannan
So good, just so good.
Aagura Mudra
HARDEST SHOT I'VE EVER HEARD 10 OUT OF 5 STARS
Marcus Pereira
What a vibe! Brazil.
Marcus Pereira
Simple but intense.
Khalid Horus Makalani
Gaze at your shoes with me.....
pedro wilde
<333
leopleop
<3