Their sound is a mix of indie rock and electronic music, most recently integrating organic sounds into their music. Friends since the age of fourteen, Athlete have wide-ranging influences that include Grandaddy and Flaming Lips.
Superhuman Touch
Athlete Lyrics
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Nothing's gonna hold me back
Unless the sky has a pocketful of tricks to try
Oh
You pick a color and I sing it for you
I know you feel the same way
Say
Say you feel the same way
Your fingertips are like a superhuman touch
Can't get enough of this electric love
Burning the sun with just a wave of your hand
Sparks flying out in every direction
There's more of this to come
I think it must be heaven
Burning the sun with just a wave of your hand
I'm on fire
Golden echoes upon my face
Tell those dreamers they can dream up all they like in this place
Oh
You pick a color and I sing it for you
I know you feel the same way
Say
Say
Say you feel the same way
Your fingertips are like a superhuman touch
Can't get enough of this electric love
Burning the sun with just a wave of your hand
Sparks flying out in every direction
There's more of this to come
I think it must be heaven
Burning the sun with just a wave of your hand
Just one day like this will keep me going on
Tender kisses will keep me going on
Oh
Oh
Oh
Your fingertips are like a superhuman touch
Can't get enough of this electric love
Burning the sun with just a wave of your hand
Sparks flying out in every direction
There's more of this to come
I think it must be heaven
Burning the sun with just a wave of your hand
Seems like hell has broken loose
It couldn't be more beautiful
I just want to burn the sun with you
Must be God to inspire the greatest minds in all of power
I just want to burn the sun with you
With just a wave of your hand
The lyrics to Athlete's song Superhuman Touch describe a feeling of intense passion and elation in the presence of a significant other. The singer feels unstoppable and on fire, with nothing able to hold him back. He equates his partner's touch to that of a superhero, describing it as electric and capable of setting the sun ablaze. Sparks fly in every direction, and the singer feels as though he's in a state of heaven. He asks his lover to confirm that they feel the same way, and he professes his desire to spend even the worst days by their side as long as they can share "tender kisses" like these.
The chorus repeats the sentiment that the singer's partner possesses a "superhuman touch," which he can't seem to get enough of. He likens it to the power of a god, capable of inspiring the greatest minds in all of power. No matter what obstacles come their way, he just wants to burn the sun with them, with just a wave of their hand.
Overall, the lyrics to Superhuman Touch are an ode to the power of love, passion, and physical intimacy. The singer is overcome with emotion and portrays a sense of euphoria in the presence of his lover. The use of cosmic imagery, like setting the sun on fire, emphasizes the strength and intensity of their connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm on fire
I'm unstoppable and feeling invincible.
Nothing's gonna hold me back
I'm so determined that nothing can stop me from achieving my goals.
Unless the sky has a pocketful of tricks to try
Only if the universe conspires against me, there is any chance of failure.
You pick a color and I sing it for you
I will do anything for you, just tell me what you want.
I know you feel the same way
I'm sure that you love me as much as I love you.
Say Say Say you feel the same way
Reaffirm that you love me and make me feel more secure.
Your fingertips are like a superhuman touch
Your touch is not ordinary, it's magical and feels like superhuman power.
Can't get enough of this electric love
I'm deeply in love with you, and it feels like there's an electric current running through my whole body.
Burning the sun with just a wave of your hand
Your power is so immense that you can cause extreme physical changes with just a simple gesture.
Sparks flying out in every direction
Our love is so intense that sparks are flying all around us, and it's evident to everyone.
There's more of this to come
Our love will continue to grow stronger, and there are brighter days ahead.
I think it must be heaven
I'm certain that this is what heaven must feel like, and I'm grateful to experience it with you.
Golden echoes upon my face
I'm basking in the warmth of our love, and it's making me glow with happiness.
Tell those dreamers they can dream up all they like in this place
We're living in a world of limitless possibilities, and nothing is impossible for us.
Just one day like this will keep me going on
The memory of our love will fuel me for days to come, even if we're not together physically.
Tender kisses will keep me going on
Your affection and tenderness will give me the strength to carry on when I'm feeling low.
Seems like hell has broken loose
The intensity of our love feels like chaos, but it's also incredibly beautiful.
It couldn't be more beautiful
Our love is so pure and beautiful that nothing can tarnish it.
I just want to burn the sun with you
I want to experience the highest level of love and passion with you, even if it's not possible in reality.
Must be God to inspire the greatest minds in all of power
Our love is divine and so powerful that it can inspire greatness in even the most brilliant minds.
With just a wave of your hand
Your power is so immense that even a simple gesture can create a world of change.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: CAREY SUTHON WILLETTS, JOEL LASLETT POTT, STEVEN ALEXANDER ROBERTS, TIMOTHY JOHN WANSTALL
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xXInfinityDiesXx
It's been years and this band is still so underrated
Lara Clark
Athlete are so underrated - they are frickin awesome!
La Retana
Esta canción la descubrí en una estación de radio en Guadalajara llamada Stéreo 99, yo estaba en la prepa cuando sonaba mucho. Desafortunadamente el reggaeton terminó con esa estación y se vendió la emisora 😞. Un amigo que también escuchaba dicha estación, me pasó esta canción, me hizo viajar en el tiempo, tenía como 14 años sin escucharla 😍.
Juan Pablo Ponce Silva
Igualmente yo la escuché en stereo 99 está estación reflejó lo mejor de nosotros por varias décadas. Esta canción encaja perfectamente con las emociones reales que una persona jamás dejaría de sentir.
Rat Girl
10 years on and going on 11, still my fave fave fave song in this world
TRAM76
...YOU'RE ALWAYS BE THE TOP OF MY LIST WHEN IT COMES TO TRUE MUSIC!!!.YOU GUYS ARE MUSICALLY GENIUS!!!
mrbrightside06
this song peaked at 71 in the uk charts, makes me sick and sad to think what the teens of today are missing out on! this song just proves to me love songs dont have to be mushy and slow, they can have a feel good factor too
ZealoxDK
Wow... I cannot believe I haven't heard of these guys before. This is amazing. I'll be paying more attention to them from now on!
bergjagger
Such a great track guys, a real winner! Looking forward to hearing the new album soon. Gig at the ABC Glasgow in december should be great,can't wait!
Peter and Sameen
I accompanied a friend to see Athlete in Vancouver last week. Never heard any of their songs before going. The concert was amazing all of their songs are great! Got the Black Swan cd on the weekend. This is my favorite song on the album. LOVE IT!!!