Bastille debuted in June 2011 with their 7" single, "Flaws"/"Icarus" (released on Young & Lost Club). This was then followed by their EP 'Laura Palmer' later in 2011. After adding a few more tracks online, the band received a lot of attention from indie rock fans on the web, helping secure some support slots. During the summer of 2011, they performed at a number of major UK festivals, including Glastonbury, Isle of Wight, and Blissfields.
On 27 April 2012, "Overjoyed" came out, being the debut Virgin Records single from Bastille. This was confirmed by EMI on 1 May 2012. After the video release of "Overjoyed" on YouTube, 'Q Magazine' introduced the song as its track of the day for 7 March 2012. Fans seemingly devoured the tune.
"Bad Blood" was released on Virgin Records on 20 August 2012. Following the video release of "Bad Blood" on YouTube, Bastille were named "The New Band of the Day" by writers for 'The Guardian' on 25 July 2012. In not too long, Bastille performed at the major UK Reading and Leeds Festivals in August 2012. They played an October 2012 headline tour that brought them into the spotlight alongside Emeli Sandé, with Swiss Lips supporting them.
Bastille's single "Flaws"/"Icarus" was featured in the soundtrack of the popular British Channel 4 television show 'Made in Chelsea'. As well, "Weight of Living, Pt. II" was part of the soundtrack for FIFA 13. "Of The Night", Bastille's dual cover of both Snap!'s "Rhythm is a Dancer" and Corona's "The Rhythm of the Night", was used to advertise Dancing on Ice in the run up to its 2013 series.
Bastille played their first show outside of Europe on 3 December 2012 at Hong Kong's Clockenflap Music & Arts Festival.
Bastille's song "Oblivion" featured in the soundtrack of the television show The Vampire Diaries in the Season 4 Episode 9 titled "O Come, All Ye Faithful".
They supported Two Door Cinema Club on their UK tour throughout January/February 2013 and toured through Europe in April to promote their debut album.
The band have also released four mixtape-style EPs : "Other People's Heartache Pt 1" in 2012 (featuring covers, among others, of "Blue Jeans" by Lana del Rey, "The Rhythm of The Night" by Corona) , "Other People's Heartache Pt 2" (featuring covers, including, "Sweet Nothing" by Calvin Harris, "No Scrubs" by TLC and "Dreams" by Fleetwood Mac), "VS: Other People's Heartache Pt 3" (featuring collaborations with other artists, including "Remains" with Skunk Anansie and Rag'n'Bone Man, and "bad_news" with MNEK). "Other People's Heartache (Pt. 4)" was released in 2018 (featuring more covers, one of "Wild World" by Yusuf/Cat Stevens, and an original song Grip in collaboration with Seeb, and the latest addition to this series (Pt. 5) was released in 2022 (including the song Run Into Trouble and a cover of "Dancing In The Dark" by Bruce Springsteen).
Admit Defeat
Bastille Lyrics
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I know it's not been long
But I'm already past the point of no return
I've got you on a loop
I've got you in my head
A chemical reaction, a flashback to your bed
Waiting for your call
Calm before the storm
Let it take me, I embrace it
You stirred somethin' in me
I admit defeat
Won't be thinking 'bout
Anything at all tonight, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, but you
So tell me when you're out
And tell me where to go
Of course, you have my body but now you've got my soul
You drive me to distraction
Run me off the road
You crash into my mind, I'm ready to explode
Waiting for your call
I can feel my body shaking
Calm before the storm
Let it take me, I embrace it
You stirred somethin' in me
I admit defeat
Won't be thinking 'bout
Anything at all tonight, so
Wrap yourself 'round me
I admit defeat
Won't be thinking 'bout
Anything at all tonight, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, 'cause
You're the only voice in my head
I can hear you speaking
Louder than I'm thinking
Hang on every word that you said
Drive me to distraction
Drive me to distraction
You're the only voice in my head
I can hear you speaking
Louder than I'm thinking
Hang on every word that you said
Drive me to distraction
Drive me to distraction, you
Stirred somethin' in me
I admit defeat
Won't be thinking 'bout
Anything at all tonight, so
Wrap yourself 'round me
I admit defeat
Won't be thinking 'bout
Anything at all tonight, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, but you
Anything at all, but you
Anything at all, but you
In Bastille's song "Admit Defeat," the lyrics express the overwhelming impact someone has on the singer's life. The singer acknowledges that it has only been a short time since they have been involved with this person, but they have already reached a point of no return in their emotions. The repetitive thoughts of this person and memories of intimate moments create a chemical reaction in the singer's mind, triggering a longing for their presence.
The lyrics also depict the singer's vulnerability and surrender to this person's influence. They describe waiting anxiously for their call, feeling their body shake with anticipation. The reference to the calm before the storm suggests a heightened state of emotion. Instead of resisting or denying these feelings, the singer embraces them, allowing themselves to be consumed by this intense connection.
Furthermore, the lyrics emphasize the power this person holds over the singer. The phrase "you've got my soul" implies that this individual has captured the essence of who the singer is. They become distracted and lose focus on everything else, willing to surrender their thoughts and desires to this person. The chorus repeats the idea of admitting defeat in thinking about anything other than this person and highlights the singer's longing for them.
Overall, "Admit Defeat" delves into the overwhelming influence that someone can have on an individual's emotions and thoughts, leading to a state of surrender and obsession.
Line by Line Meaning
I know it's been a week
I understand that it has only been a week
I know it's not been long
I am aware that it hasn't been a long time
But I'm already past the point of no return
However, I have already reached a stage where there's no turning back
I've got you on a loop
I can't stop thinking about you, you're constantly on my mind
I've got you in my head
You are occupying my thoughts and emotions
A chemical reaction, a flashback to your bed
I experience a strong emotional response and memories of being with you
Waiting for your call
I am eagerly anticipating your phone call
I can feel my body shaking
I am physically trembling with anticipation or nervousness
Calm before the storm
There is a sense of serenity before a powerful and intense moment
Let it take me, I embrace it
I am willing to surrender to whatever comes my way, I fully accept it
You stirred somethin' in me
You awakened strong emotions within me
I admit defeat
I acknowledge that I am powerless against my feelings for you
Won't be thinking 'bout
I will not be preoccupied with
Anything at all tonight, but
Anything else tonight, except for
So tell me when you're out
Inform me when you are going out
And tell me where to go
Give me directions to follow
Of course, you have my body but now you've got my soul
You already had physical control over me, but now you have a deep emotional hold on me as well
You drive me to distraction
You make it impossible for me to focus on anything else
Run me off the road
You divert my attention completely
You crash into my mind, I'm ready to explode
You forcefully enter my thoughts, pushing me to the edge of emotional overwhelm
Wrap yourself 'round me
Surround and envelop me with your presence
You're the only voice in my head
Your words and thoughts are the only ones that dominate my mind
I can hear you speaking
I can clearly perceive your words and messages
Louder than I'm thinking
Your influence is stronger than my own internal thoughts
Hang on every word that you said
I pay close attention to and value every single word you utter
Drive me to distraction
You cause me to lose focus and become consumed by thoughts of you
Drive me to distraction, you
You specifically, are the one causing me to be completely distracted
Anything at all, but you
Absolutely anything else, as long as it doesn't involve you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Daniel Campbell Smith, Mark Blair Crew
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
pedro6720
I know it's been a week, I know it's not been long
But I'm already past the point of no return
I've got you on a loop, I've got you in my head
A chemical reaction, flashback to your bed
Waiting for your call
I can feel my body shaking
Calm before the storm
Let it take me, I embrace it
You stirred somethin' in me
I admit defeat
Won't be thinking 'bout anything at all tonight, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, but
So tell me when you're out
And tell me where to go
Of course, you have my body
But now you've got my soul
You drive me to distraction, run me off the road
You crash into my mind, I'm ready to explode
Waiting for your call
I can feel my body shaking
Calm before the storm
Let it take me, I embrace it
You stirred somethin' in me
I admit defeat
Won't be thinking 'bout anything at all tonight, so
Wrap yourself 'round me
I admit defeat
Won't be thinking 'bout anything at all tonight, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, cause
You're the only voice in my head
I can hear you speaking, louder than I'm thinking
Hang on every word that you said
Drive me to distraction, drive me to distraction
You're the only voice in my head
I can hear you speaking, louder than I'm thinking
Hang on every word that you said
Drive me to distraction, drive me to distraction
You stirred somethin' in me
I admit defeat
Won't be thinking 'bout anything at all tonight, so
Wrap yourself 'round me
I admit defeat
Won't be thinking 'bout anything at all tonight, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, but
You, oh, oh
Anything at all, but
Anything at all, but
Anything at all, but you
Anything at all, but you
Você já ouviu? ?
The world needs more songs like that
Good job , guys .
Y'all nailed it
🎸Young ibyson music 🎶
Você é brasileiro a música é gostosinha
9blu
I listened to Bastille for 7 out of 10 years of this decade🥺
bobby rob
Holy shit, same.
RamWorkz
I first listened to them when I heard Haunt on The Book Thief trailer, so 6 years?
9blu
RamWorkz omg i had no idea that existed!! omg thank you
C
They've been with me since I was fourteen :') Got me through some really rough times and inspired so so much art, writing, and dancing.
Louisa Ou
same :0
Mitchell Price
I feel like this song could be a sequel to “Send Them Off!” The opening is kinda similar with the brassy synth horns. In “Send Them Off!” he is fighting the feelings trying to “exorcise his mind,” and cast off the feelings. Yet, he acknowledges how things should be going. “I should be thinking about nothing else when I’m with you.”
In this song, the character is coming to terms with himself and his feelings. He admits defeat and stops trying to fight what’s happening. In this one, he sings “won’t be thinking bout anything at all tonight but you.” She had his body in “Send them off,” which is implied by the possession metaphor. Here he also sings, “of course you’ve got my body but now you’ve got my soul.”
Just a theory. You can agree or disagree I don’t really care. Just thought I’d share my thoughts 😁
taciturnsummertime
Mitchell Price oh my god this makes a whole lot of sense 👏👏👏