In 2004, under the current name Autopilot Off, they released their debut album, Make a Sound, which includes the single "What I Want", co-written by Rancid's Tim Armstrong.
"Clockwork" was featured on the soundtrack of the games SSX3 and NHL 2004. "Chromatic Fades" was used in NASCAR Thunder 2004. "Make a Sound", was included in Burnout 3. All of these games were developed by Electronic Arts.
On August 26, 2005, the band decided to take an indefinite hiatus and released the following statement on their official website:
"So, it's been quite a while since we have posted any news. We've been off the road for well over 6 months now. We played a couple of shows over the holidays in NY. But that is about all that has gone on. Rumors have started to fly around about what we are up to. We think its about time that we filled you all in.....
We've decided to take an indefinite break from Autopilot Off. It has been nearly 10 years since the band started, and it has been full speed ahead for the majority of that time. We have all decided to take some time for our lives outside of the band. We are all still the best of friends. In addition to this we decided a few months back to leave our home of 4 years at Island Records. We apologize for leaving you all hanging for so long. Thank you so much for all the support and friendships that you all have given to us over the years. We could never have done it without you."
In 2011, the band reunited and began recording again.
Rejoice
Autopilot Off Lyrics
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It's falling it's falling
And outside the buildings
Are tumbling down
And inside a child on the ground
Says he'd do it again
What in the world am I to say?
There's nothing else to do!
I rejoice!
He's building,
I fell out of bed when I woke up to what he has said
Everything's crazy
But I'm too lazy to lie
And what am I to do?
Just tell me what am I supposed to say?
I can't change the world
But I can change the world in me
I rejoice!
Rejoice...
And what am I to do?
Just tell me what am I supposed to say?
I can't change the world
But I can change the world in me
I rejoice
I don't know what to change
Rejoice...
In Autopilot Off's cover of U2's "Rejoice," the lyrics describe a world that is falling apart, with buildings tumbling down and chaos all around. Despite the bleakness of the situation, the child on the ground says he would do it all again. This juxtaposition suggests that even in the midst of destruction, there is hope for the future.
The singer then questions what he is supposed to do or say in response to the chaos, feeling powerless and unsure of how to make a difference in the world. In this moment of uncertainty, however, he chooses to rejoice. This act of joy and celebration is a powerful statement in the face of despair, showing that even when the world is falling apart, there is still reason to find optimism and hope.
By choosing to focus on changing the world within himself, rather than trying to change the world around him, the singer suggests that the only true change comes from within. Although he may not know exactly what needs to be changed, he knows that he can make a difference by starting with himself.
Line by Line Meaning
It's falling it's falling
Everything is falling apart and in chaos
And outside the buildings
The surrounding world outside is crumbling
Are tumbling down
Everything is collapsing and falling apart
And inside a child on the ground
Amidst all the chaos, a child is on the ground
Says he'd do it again
Despite everything, the child is willing to start again
And what am I to do?
The singer is questioning what they should do given the circumstances
What in the world am I to say?
The singer is unsure of what to say or how to react
There's nothing else to do!
The artist feels helpless and trapped
I rejoice!
Despite the chaos, the artist finds reasons to be joyful
He's building,
Someone is building something
I fell out of bed when I woke up to what he has said
The singer was surprised and shocked by what the builder said
Everything's crazy
The situation is chaotic and disordered
But I'm too lazy to lie
The singer is unwilling to pretend or be insincere
Just tell me what am I supposed to say?
The singer is seeking guidance or advice
I can't change the world
The singer recognizes that they can't single-handedly save or fix the world
But I can change the world in me
However, the artist believes they can always better themselves
I don't know what to change
The artist is unsure what to do specifically
Rejoice...
Regardless, they choose to find reasons to be joyful
Contributed by Sophie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
caitlin fryer
This song is almost as underrated as this band
Kip Count
Best U2 cover ever by a punk band. Actually no, best U2 cover ever.
punk100000000
Brought a tear to my eye this song did.
SnappleMan 24
Poo Poo BUTTCHEEKS IN YO EYE.
Adam Goodall
One of the few examples of a cover that's better than the original!
Plus this band FUCKING ROCKS AND THEY NEED TO COME BACK LIKE RIGHT NOW WE NEED A TOUR!!!!!!