After gaining some recognition in local circles in Jacksonville, Florida and competing at Scribble Jam, Astronautalis self-released his debut album, You and Yer Good Ideas, in 2003. He eventually signed with Fighting Records and the record was re-released in 2005, followed by his second album, The Mighty Ocean and Nine Dark Theaters, in 2006. He released the third album, Pomegranate, on Eyeball Records in 2008. In winter 2009, he toured with the Canadian indie rock band Tegan and Sara through Europe, and supported them again through the spring of 2010 in Australia. His fourth album, This Is Our Science, was released on Fake Four Inc in 2011.
Astronautalis has been described as "if Beck were a decade or so younger and had grown up more heavily immersed in hip-hop," with his rapping style noted for "blending styles of indie rock, electro, and talkin’ blues" with hip-hop. He has described himself as "historical fiction hip-hop."
During live performances, he often performs a freestyle rap based on topics chosen by members of his audience
Meet Me Here Later
Astronautalis Lyrics
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I passed by her lost in the sketchy land
Lines of breadcrumbs retrace for the ride
Bathed in the blue light of perfect American nights
American nights
Funny right lovely night song sets pace
Young lovers sing along through touch face
Little handcuffs and the solid plans and blacked out eyes
We're killing cowboys left and right again
With guilty little trips, recycled cans
That give me whiskey lips and dirty hands
And everybody's got a ribbon all of a sudden and its a box newsstand
Alright!
Starry eyes, shitfaced lions, planes
Let's call the supermodels and all of the fucking vagrant bands
And ask them just exactly what they've got planned
To save us from our own impending doom
They were baptized with soft skin and bitten smiles, bitten smiles all lost in
Oh god how you glow, oh god how you glow
Meet me here later and we'll make out.
They were broke bones, paint chips with bitten smiles, bitten smiles and soft hits
Oh lord how you shine, oh lord how you shine
Meet me here later and we'll make out.
"You ready?"
"Yeah I'm ready."
"OK, let's go."
"1... 2... 3..."
Last one rolls from the mall right down Third Street
Doing donuts through front lawns, keg in the backseat
Pancake pants, pick up, make out, and bleed
Mr. Mouth with the largest pockets packed with popcorn
Seems to cost me nothing
Costs me nothing
Costs me nothing
Costs me
Assholes all obsessed with spelling
Sweaty, out of breath from yelling
Chase him up and down the ceiling
Fuck you bleeding heart
Take another 20, buddy
All we need is burning money
Check, swore I'd laugh at anything
They were baptized with soft skin bitten smiles, bitten smiles all lost in
Oh god how you glow, Oh god how you glow
Meet me here later and we'll make out.
They were broke bones, paint chips with bitten smiles, bitten smiles and soft hits
Oh lord how you shine, oh lord how you shine
Meet me here later and we'll make out.
They were baptized, soft skin with bitten smiles, bitten smiles all lost in
Oh god how you glow, oh god how you glow
Meet me here later and we'll make out.
The song "Meet Me Here Later" by Astronautalis is a reflective and somewhat melancholic commentary on the fleeting nature of youth, love, and American culture. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a group of young people, lost in their own desires and indulgences, as they navigate their way through the wilds of adolescence and young adulthood. The opening lines, "Baptized in soft skin with bitten lips, I passed by her lost in the sketchy land," sets the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer observes the various characters in his surroundings, all seemingly caught up in their own worlds.
Throughout the song, there are references to sex, drugs, and reckless behavior, but these are presented in a way that is both honest and thoughtful. There is a sense of longing and regret that runs beneath the surface of the lyrics, as the singer seems to be searching for something that he can never quite grasp. The chorus, "They were baptized with soft skin and bitten smiles, bitten smiles all lost in, oh god how you glow, oh god how you glow, meet me here later and we'll make out," captures this sense of yearning perfectly, as the singer longs for a connection that seems just out of reach.
Line by Line Meaning
Baptized in soft skin with bitten lips
I was greeted by someone with soft skin and bitten lips, creating a sense of sensuality and intimacy.
I passed by her lost in the sketchy land
I saw her wandering aimlessly through an uncertain environment, perhaps drifting through life with no clear direction.
Lines of breadcrumbs retrace for the ride
We can follow a trail of breadcrumbs to retrace our steps, perhaps indicating a need to revisit the past or track progress over time.
Bathed in the blue light of perfect American nights
We are immersed in the perfect, picturesque image of American life, characterized by a cool blue light that creates a sense of calm and peace.
Funny right lovely night song sets pace
The scene is both amusing and beautiful, with a song providing the background music to set the mood.
Young lovers sing along through touch face
Two young lovers express their love through physical touch and singing along to the music.
True love waits in shallow waters under darkened skies
True love is present in simple, everyday moments, even in murky, uncertain circumstances.
Little handcuffs and the solid plans and blacked out eyes
Metaphorical handcuffs and plans can hold us back and limit our potential, while blacked out eyes may indicate emotional pain or sorrow.
We're killing cowboys left and right again
We are rejecting traditional American values and ways of life, and instead taking a new, more unconventional path.
With guilty little trips, recycled cans
We are plagued by a sense of guilt and anxiety, hiding behind appearances and living in the past by keeping familiar objects around us.
That give me whiskey lips and dirty hands
The choices we make and the lifestyle we pursue can have physical effects, such as the smell of whiskey on our breath and dirtiness on our hands.
And everybody's got a ribbon all of a sudden and its a box newsstand
People are starting to conform and lose their individuality, jumping on the bandwagon and following the latest trends.
Starry eyes, shitfaced lions, planes
We are idealistic dreamers, perhaps drunk on our own optimism and chasing after something beyond our reach.
Let's call the supermodels and all of the fucking vagrant bands
We are reaching for both high and low cultural icons, recognizing that creativity and inspiration can come from both the mainstream and the marginalized.
And ask them just exactly what they've got planned
We are curious about the future and what possibilities lie ahead, perhaps seeking advice or guidance from those who have already achieved success.
To save us from our own impending doom
We fear for the future and need help figuring out how to change the course we are on, ultimately avoiding catastrophe or destruction.
Mr. Mouth with the largest pockets packed with popcorn
Someone is greedy and self-centered, perhaps hoarding resources and flaunting their wealth.
Seems to cost me nothing
The selfishness of others does not seem to affect me negatively.
Assholes all obsessed with spelling
People are focused on the minutia and details, perhaps missing the bigger picture and more important issues at hand.
Sweaty, out of breath from yelling
People are exhausted and overwhelmed from arguing and trying to assert their opinions or agendas.
Chase him up and down the ceiling
People are chasing after something intangible or unattainable, perhaps representing a futile or misguided pursuit.
Fuck you bleeding heart
People are angry and resentful towards those who express compassion and empathy for others.
Take another 20, buddy
Someone is encouraging someone else to continue with a task or activity, perhaps coaxing them to keep going when they are feeling tired or disheartened.
All we need is burning money
We are consumed by money and material possessions, focusing on acquiring more and more even if it means destroying everything in the process.
Check, swore I'd laugh at anything
We are jaded and cynical, laughing at anything and everything in a desperate attempt to cover up our own emotional pain or indifference.
Meet me here later and we'll make out.
An invitation for two people to meet up later and engage in physical intimacy.
Contributed by Bailey V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.