The first Atlas Genius single, “Trojans”, was released on May 4, 2011.
Andrew Hwang reviewed the single on Neon Gold Records (New York) and posted the following review, June 4, 2011.
“Like an invitation you weren’t expecting to get, Atlas Genius knocks on your door and creeps into your peripheries in stealth mode. Fair warning: “Trojans” will invade your head, all dressed up in a clever disguise of earnest vocals riding a hooky riff that easily approaches Phoenix-esque levels of infectiousness. And then there’s that driving bassline gliding over a frenetic bridge with athletic ease, the kind of thing cruise control dreams are made of. It pulls up outside your window, blasting from a fully functional boombox, shouldered by some dude in a trenchcoat holding the weight of the world. It won’t leave. And then you realize you never want it to. If you need protection from generic brand “party indie”, try this one on for size.”
Within hours of Andrew’s review, the Atlas Genius inbox started filling with mail from, record companies, music lawyers and radio promoters, as well a whole new community of bloggers and tweeters.
In the 24hr period following the review, “Trojans” had in excess of 2000 downloads.
The band is committed to releasing individual tracks as soon as they are recorded, and playing the songs live.
On February 19, 2013, Atlas Genius released their major label (Warner Bros.) debut "When It Was Now".
If So
Atlas Genius Lyrics
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They do what they want to 'cause any kind of feeling is alright
And don't be talking maybe your mama's flying high as a kite
You're just like the next one 'cause we'll be walking lonely tonight, lonely tonight
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
Everybody's faking like they can, it makes it alright
Tell me what you want to, 'cause I don't know the wrong from the right
Just don't be talking maybe your mama's flying high as a kite
And I just like the next one 'cause we'll be walking lonely tonight, lonely tonight
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
The lyrics to Atlas Genius's song "If So" seem to touch upon the idea of conformity and individuality in society. The first line suggests that everyone is taking what they can, but none of them can decide what they truly want or need. They're driven by their feelings, which is why they do what they want to do. The lyrics add that there's nothing inherently wrong with this behavior, as "any kind of feeling is alright." At the same time, the song speaks to the loneliness that can come from such a lifestyle – everyone is just like the next person, and despite their best efforts, they'll still end up walking lonely tonight.
The lyrics repeat the phrase "if so, if so, we know, we'll be coming" throughout the song. This phrase can be interpreted as a reference to the idea that if they continue to follow the crowd blindly, they will only end up repeating the same patterns and behaviors. However, they also seem to acknowledge that this may be the only option they have at the moment.
Overall, the song seems to express a sense of confusion and restlessness about society's expectations and how individuals should navigate them. It also touches on the idea that sometimes conforming to what everyone else is doing may not bring true happiness or fulfillment.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody's taking what they can but they can't decide
Everyone is trying to grab everything, but cannot decide what they want
They do what they want to 'cause any kind of feeling is alright
People act without restraint because they think any feeling they experience is acceptable
And don't be talking maybe your mama's flying high as a kite
Don't say anything because even your mother may be doing something crazy and irresponsible
You're just like the next one 'cause we'll be walking lonely tonight, lonely tonight
Everyone is the same because we'll all be walking alone tonight
Everybody's faking like they can, it makes it alright
People think pretending to be capable is acceptable
Tell me what you want to, 'cause I don't know the wrong from the right
I don't know the difference between right and wrong, so tell me what you want me to do
And I just like the next one 'cause we'll be walking lonely tonight, lonely tonight
I am just like everyone else because we are all walking alone tonight
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If that is the case, then we know we will be arriving
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If that is the case, then we know we will be arriving
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If that is the case, then we know we will be arriving
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If that is the case, then we know we will be arriving
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If that is the case, then we know we will be arriving
If so, if so, we know, we'll be coming
If that is the case, then we know we will be arriving
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Darren Norman Sell, Keith William Hamilton Jeffery, Michael Douglas Jeffery, Steven Roger Jeffery
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@pauloroger2418
Lyrics:
Everybody’s taking what they can but they can’t decide
They do what they want to 'cause any kind of feeling is alright
And don’t be talking maybe your mama’s flying high as a kite
You’re just like the next one 'cause we’ll be walking lonely tonight, lonely tonight
If so, if so, we know, we’ll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we’ll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we’ll be coming
Everybody’s faking like they can, it makes it alright
Tell me what you want to, 'cause I don’t know the wrong from the right
Just don’t be talking maybe your mama’s flying high as a kite
And I just like the next one 'cause we’ll be walking lonely tonight, lonely tonight
If so, if so, we know, we’ll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we’ll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we’ll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we’ll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we’ll be coming
If so, if so, we know, we’ll be coming
@atlasgenius
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@Kmaleon
Hey!
@Kflipp
:)
@mackenziegardner3891
It’s on alt nation all the time and it’s amazing!
@michaelmorrison4619
Love it!!
@R.J_
❤️
@leonardojerez9271
5 years later .... FIFA 19 came out about a month ago and i'm still missing FIFA 13 , the best FIFA ever alongside FIFA 12 IMO. This song aswell as the other FIFA 13 soundtracks bring so many good memories.... Playing with my friends back at the time on the xbox 360... Goddamn, I miss those days sooooo much.
@DarCzarnegoLicha
fifa 13 is the best :D for EVER !!!
@miltinho23
Fifa 13 <3
@stock9348
I feel ya