Audiovent was originally formed by Jason Boyd, Paul Fried, and Benjamin Einziger under the name Vent. Boyd and Fried met while attending A.E. Wright Middle School in Calabasas. After Fried introduced Boyd to his stepbrother Einziger, the three decided to form a band. When Fried was in tenth grade Jamin Wilcox joined Vent. Throughout their high school years, Vent played gigs around Calabasas and eventually played as far as Hollywood. Ryland Steen replaced Wilcox on the drums in 2003.
In 2001, the band renamed themselves Audiovent, signed with the major label Atlantic Records. Audiovent then began recording their first major label album, Dirty Sexy Knights in Paris, which was released in 2002.
Paul and Ben are step-brother and brother of Michael Einziger and Jason Boyd is the brother of Brandon Boyd, both of Incubus.
Looking Down
Audiovent Lyrics
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My shadow stretches far and free
Yeah
It's telling me what I could be
Could be
Cause I'm tired
Of looking up
We'll stand on top of the world
Looking down
We'll stand on top of the world
Looking down
Yeah
We'll set ourselves apart in time
Yeah
And then we'll leave it all behind
I'll rise
Cause I'm tired
Of looking out
For the line
We'll stand on top of the world
Looking down
We'll stand on top of the world
Looking down
We'll stand on top of the world
Yeah
Is anybody here like me?
Yeah
Can you face the sound
And decide?
We'll stand on top of the world
Looking down
We'll stand on top of the world
Looking down
We'll stand on top of the world
Looking down
To rise above on our own
Looking down
The lyrics of "Looking Down" by Audiovent paint a picture of an individual looking at their shadow and being shown what they're capable of. The shadow serves as a metaphor for the potential that lies within the individual, urging them to grow and become the best version of themselves. The lyrics suggest that the singer is tired of constantly looking up to others and constantly striving to meet others' expectations. Instead, they want to stand on top of the world and look down, symbolizing their desire to achieve success and be proud of their accomplishments. The lyrics also hint at leaving behind things that are holding one down and rising up to reach their full potential.
The song's lyrics have a universal theme that many people can relate to, a desire to reach their full potential and be proud of their accomplishments. The lyrics encourage individuals to go after what they want and make their dreams a reality. The song suggests that it's essential to break free from the expectations of others and follow one's intuition to achieve what they want. The song's chorus encourages listeners to stand on top of the world and look down to see how far they've come to rise above on their own.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Expressing agreement and enthusiasm
My shadow stretches far and free
A metaphor for unlimited potential and opportunity
It's telling me what I could be
Encouraging self-discovery and exploration
Could be
Highlighting the possibility of achieving greatness
Cause I'm tired
Acknowledging weariness with the status quo
Of looking up
Tired of seeking inspiration and guidance from others
All the time
Constantly feeling the need for external motivation
We'll stand on top of the world
Emphasizing the desire for success and achievement
Looking down
Feeling a sense of power and control over the environment
We'll set ourselves apart in time
Separating oneself from mediocrity and conformity
And then we'll leave it all behind
Moving past old limitations and restrictions
I'll rise
Promoting personal growth and development
Cause I'm tired
Acknowledging the need for personal change
Of looking out
Tired of being focused on external expectations and demands
For the line
Searching for a way to fit in and meet others' expectations
Is anybody here like me?
Reaching out for connection and understanding
Can you face the sound
Questioning the ability to confront and overcome challenges
And decide?
Challenging oneself to take control and make decisions
To rise above on our own
Striving for independence and individual achievement
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BENJAMIN EINZIGER, BENJAMIN DAVID EINZIGER, JAMIN J. WILCOX, JASON CHARLES BOYD, PAUL FRIED, PAUL STUART FRIED
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Peace and Freedom Economics
20 years later still a good song. Entire album was good.
Clem Clemson
i think so too on the album. just found it i like the whole thing, not that that matters!!!! lol
Jive Wilson
It's too bad they only made one album. They could have gone far. I loved every single track off their one album, still do.
Wade the American Viking
Man lol this takes me all the way back to my late teens.
Miranda Perry
I feel like incubus caused problems for them
Oreo Knight
theres three albums.
Atlas sadsad
@Oreo Knight where?
SkaMasta097
They had an independently released album called "Papa's Dojo" when they were known as simply "Vent". Listen here: https://youtu.be/AnLeO7vaBDA
It was released in late 1999, right around the same time as Make Yourself by Incubus. Some of the songs were re-worked and re-recorded for their major label debut album. I don't know of any other albums by them, but there could be one more.
xsoccerdork
How are they this good and not better known?
You're Right I am right.
They're back together and hitting the road with hoobastank! Nostalgia Engage!