Avalanche
Bad Sounds Lyrics
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Joe stayed in with dad and watched something about her
time some people got em'selves caught in the avalanche
Told me that she cried cuz not many survived and those that didnt die only came back with half a hand
Julie went to town with earplugs for her band and talked about her man who died wearing an anorak
Didnt know him well but once when they were twelve she lent him 50p and never got her money back
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Try as i might, im loosing the fight to get better.
He finished the fight but stays on all the time and no one really minds since they heard about Caroline
Then it came to light that that he stayed on all night, they worried that he might be putting in for overtime.
Try as i might, im loosing the fight to get better
Try as i might, im loosing the fight
(now turn it back)
incoherant
Try as i might, im loosing the fight to get better
Try as i might, im loosing the fight to get better
Try as i might, im loosing the fight
Try as i might, im loosing the fight to get better
Bad Sounds's song Avalanche tells the story of various people and their experiences with tragedy and loss. The song starts with Joe watching something about someone, presumably a news story, where some people got caught in an avalanche. Even though not many survived, those that did come back with half a hand, which is a metaphor for the lasting effects of tragedy. The next verse tells the story of Julie, who went to town with earplugs for her band, and talked about her man who died wearing an anorak. The fact that he died wearing an anorak is significant because it shows that tragedy can happen to anyone, regardless of what they are wearing or how prepared they are. The verse also mentions how Julie lent him 50p and never got her money back, which seems trivial compared to the tragedy of his death.
The chorus of the song repeats the line "Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better," which is a poignant statement about how difficult it can be to recover from tragedy or loss. The following verses continue to tell the stories of different people who have experienced tragedy or loss. The final verse tells the story of someone who finished the fight but stayed on all the time. While no one minded at first, they eventually became worried that he was putting in for overtime. This verse is a commentary on how people can feel pressure to keep going after a tragedy, even when it's not healthy or necessary.
Overall, Avalanche is a powerful song that explores the different ways that people can be affected by tragedy and loss. The lyrics are thoughtful and evoke a range of emotions, from sadness to hopelessness to resilience. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea that recovery is a slow and difficult process, but also that it is possible.
Line by Line Meaning
BANG, hit it Joe!
Starting with a bang, the singer requests Joe to play the music.
Joe stayed in with dad and watched something about her
Joe spent time with his dad and watched something related to the female protagonist of the song.
time some people got em'selves caught in the avalanche
Refers to the time when some individuals got caught in an avalanche.
Told me that she cried cuz not many survived and those that didnt die only came back with half a hand
The female protagonist wept because only a few survived the avalanche, and even those who managed to survive were wounded severely.
Julie went to town with earplugs for her band and talked about her man who died wearing an anorak
Julie went to town to create music with her band, wearing earplugs, and spoke about her partner who died while wearing an anorak.
Didnt know him well but once when they were twelve she lent him 50p and never got her money back
The singer didn't know Julie's partner well, but once he borrowed 50p from her when they were twelve, and he never returned the money.
incoherant
No meaningful lyrics in this line.
Try as i might, im loosing the fight to get better.
The singer is struggling to overcome something, but despite his efforts, he is unable to improve.
(Get down)
Encouragement to dance or move to the music.
He finished the fight but stays on all the time and no one really minds since they heard about Caroline
The singer fought a battle and won, but he continues to struggle and fight, and no one objects because they know about Caroline's situation.
Then it came to light that that he stayed on all night, they worried that he might be putting in for overtime.
It's discovered that the singer stayed up all night, and people express concern that he might be overworking himself.
Try as i might, im loosing the fight to get better
The singer is still struggling and losing the fight to feel better.
Try as i might, im loosing the fight
Repeating the earlier sentiment that he is trying but losing the fight.
(now turn it back)
Request to repeat or return to an earlier section of the song.
incoherant
No meaningful lyrics in this line.
Try as i might, im loosing the fight to get better
Re-affirming that the singer is continuing to struggle and unable to feel better.
Try as i might, im loosing the fight to get better
Repeating the same phrase to reinforce the struggle that the singer is facing.
Try as i might, im loosing the fight
Concluding with the same message that the singer is losing the fight despite his best efforts.
Contributed by William V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kasey Konflict
(Bang! Hit it Joe!)
Joe stayed in with Dad and watched something about a time
Some people got themselves caught in an avalanche
Told me that she cried 'cause not many survived and
Those that didn't die only came back with half their hands
Julie went to town with earplugs for the band and
Talked about a man who died wearing an anorak
Didn't know him well but once when we were twelve she
Lent him 50p and never got her money back
Keep clean and I might kill her with kindness
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better
He finished the fight but stays on all the time and
No one really minds since they heard about Caroline
Then it came to light that he stayed on all night they
Worried that he might be putting in for overtime
Keep clean and I might kill her with kindness
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight
(Get, get down
Now turn it back
Get into it)
Keep clean and I might kill her with kindness
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better
BrendanK
met these guys last night outside the limelight, awesome guys and Olivia's pretty awesome too!! must say they sounded absolutely amazing live
nalanan
I can't stop listening to them! The songs get stuck in my head and I have to listen to them right away!
Dan Grove
The production and instrumentation of this is perfect. And don’t get me started on that harpsichord oh my god
Dickie McKay
You guys deserve more notoriety!
Kasey Konflict
(Bang! Hit it Joe!)
Joe stayed in with Dad and watched something about a time
Some people got themselves caught in an avalanche
Told me that she cried 'cause not many survived and
Those that didn't die only came back with half their hands
Julie went to town with earplugs for the band and
Talked about a man who died wearing an anorak
Didn't know him well but once when we were twelve she
Lent him 50p and never got her money back
Keep clean and I might kill her with kindness
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better
He finished the fight but stays on all the time and
No one really minds since they heard about Caroline
Then it came to light that he stayed on all night they
Worried that he might be putting in for overtime
Keep clean and I might kill her with kindness
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight
(Get, get down
Now turn it back
Get into it)
Keep clean and I might kill her with kindness
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight
Try as I might, I'm losing the fight to get better
Dizzeh
Criminally underrated 🙌🏻
scottywrotem
Brilliant song, can't stop listening to it. And you were great live too.
Thomas Vaughan
Saw this at Glastonbury. Was a personal highlight!
Ivan Matsumoto
nice work guys! you've come a long way.
Isabelle Bissenden
im loving this band the music video is sick too !!