The band began in the bedroom of Justin Kennedy who, in his early days, played with Ben Gibbard (Death Cab for Cutie) in the Seattle band Pinwheel. Having relocated to Los Angeles after Pinwheel broke up, Kennedy began focusing on his new project and started assembling members for Army Navy. Multi-instrumentalist Louie Schultz joined swiftly after hearing Kennedy’s home demos. Without a permanent sticks man at the time of recording the first album, Army Navy’s album boasted drumming by the legendary Pete Thomas of Elvis Costello and The Attractions, who had been a longtime fan of the band. Army Navy soon found their permanent drummer Douglas Randall.
Army Navy released their first (Lasus produced) album on their own Fever Zone Label in 2008. CMJ called it “..some of the brightest pop released this year”. The quartet’s first single “My Thin Sides” was paired with a video featuring Paul Scheer of Human Giant. The second single “Saints” which Blender Magazine called “a lovely indie-rock swoon” was the Single Of the Week on iTunes Australia and was released on the UK’s Fierce Panda’s Club Fandango Label. Stateside, it gained radio rotation on tastemaker stations like KEXP and KNRK and satellite radio’s indie-leaning XMU station.
The band featured on Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist. They also featured in the Shrek Forever After theatrical trailer, Beastly Film and Soundtrack, The Bachelor ABC TV commercial, and shows like: Weeds, The OC, Numbers, Greek, and many more.
On tour the band has supported such groups as: The Lemonheads, Arctic Monkeys, The Dodos, The Soft Pack, The Like, and Cut Copy; as well as explosive shows at SXSW and CMJ and the UK’s Truck festivals. The band was asked to be musical guests on the short-lived Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien.
In 2010 the band self-financed the recording of their second album. They once again called upon producer and engineer Adam Lasus (Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Yo La Tengo, Helium). The album is The Last Place.
Their third full-length album, The Wilderness Inside, was released on July 15, 2014.
Right Back Where We Started From
Army Navy Lyrics
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We gotta get right back to where we started from
Love is good, love can be strong
We gotta get right back to where we started from
Do you remember the day (that sunny day)
When you first came my way
I said, no one could take your place
By the little things I say
I can put that smile back on your face
Ooh, and it's alright and it's coming on
We gotta get it right back to where we started from
Love is good, love can be strong
We gotta get it right back to where we started from
A love like ours (a love like ours)
Can never fade away
You know it's only just begun
You gave me your love (gave me your love)
I just can't stay away, no, no
I know you are the only one
Ooh, and it's alright and it's coming on
We gotta get it right back to where we started from
Love is good, love can be strong
We gotta get it right back to where we started from
You gave me your love (gave me your love)
I just can't stay away, no
I know you are the only one
Ooh, you know it's alright and it's coming on
We gotta get it right back to where we started from
Love is good, love can be strong
We gotta get it right back to where we started from
It's alright and it's coming on
We gotta get it right back to where we started from
Love is good, love can be strong
We gotta get it right back to where we started from
It's alright and it's coming on
We gotta get it right back to where we started from
Love is good, love can be strong
We gotta get it right back to where we started from
"Right Back Where We Started From" by Army Navy is a song about nostalgia and the desire to go back to a simpler time, specifically in regards to a romantic relationship. The song opens with the lines "Ooh, and it's alright and it's coming on, we gotta get right back to where we started from." Here, the lines suggest that the singer is feeling nostalgic about the past and wants to go back to a time when things were simpler. The chorus repeats the lines "Love is good, love can be strong, we gotta get right back to where we started from" which reinforces the idea that love can be a powerful force that leads us to want to relive happy memories.
The second verse further develops the idea of nostalgia as the singer reflects on the beginnings of their relationship. The lyrics "Do you remember the day (that sunny day) when you first came my way, I said, no one could take your place" evoke a sense of fondness for a time when the relationship was new and exciting. The singer goes on to acknowledge that sometimes they may say things that hurt their partner, but ultimately they want to make things right and "put that smile back on your face." The final verse reiterates that the singer cannot stay away from their partner and that they are "the only one."
Overall, "Right Back Where We Started From" is a catchy and upbeat song that celebrates love and the desire to relive happy memories with a partner. The lyrics suggest that even when relationships go through difficult times, the power of love can bring us back to a place of happiness and contentment.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh, and it's alright and it's coming on
Things are okay and getting better
We gotta get right back to where we started from
We need to return to our original state or situation
Love is good, love can be strong
Love is beneficial and can have a powerful impact
Do you remember the day (that sunny day)
Do you recall the specific day (that was filled with sunshine)
When you first came my way
When you first entered my life
I said, no one could take your place
I expressed that no one else could replace you
And if you get hurt (if you get hurt)
In the event that you become injured (emotionally)
By the little things I say
From the small comments I make
I can put that smile back on your face
I am capable of making you happy again
A love like ours (a love like ours)
A relationship similar to ours
Can never fade away
Will always remain strong
You know it's only just begun
It has only just started
You gave me your love (gave me your love)
You expressed your affection towards me
I just can't stay away, no, no
I cannot be separated from you
I know you are the only one
I recognize that you are the sole person for me
Ooh, you know it's alright and it's coming on
Things are improving and progressing
It's alright and it's coming on
The situation is okay and improving
Contributed by Tristan A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.