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).
Bite Down
Bastille Lyrics
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I've been waiting here for you for time
You don't have to look any further
You're missing what is right before your eyes
No one's gonna stick the pieces together for you
Together for you
No one's gonna stick the pieces together for you
You've got your claws buried deep
Bite down, bite down into me
Bite down, bite down into me
You better sink your teeth before I disappear
Bite down, bite down into me
Ooh, I'm not gonna try
Ooh, I'm not gonna try
Ooh, I'm not gonna try
No, no, no, I'm not gonna try
Oh I'm tryna keep my composure
But every time you shake coming down I die
You've been looking
Keep looking me over
I'm tired of waving my arms in the back of the line
No one's gonna stick the pieces together for you
Together for you
No one's gonna stick the pieces together for you
Together for you
Bite down, bite down into me
Bite down, bite down into me
You better sink your teeth before I disappear
Bite down, bite down into me
'Cause there are only so many times
That I can come a-running
And there are only so many times
That I can come a-running for you
Bite down, bite down into me
Bite down, bite down into me
You better sink your teeth before I disappear
Bite down, bite down into me
Bite down, bite down into me
Bite down, bite down into me
You better sink your teeth before I disappear
Bite down, bite down into me
Ooh, I'm not gonna try
Ooh, I'm not gonna try
Ooh, I'm not gonna try
No, no, no, I'm not gonna try
The song "Bite Down" by Bastille VS. Haim is about seizing opportunities and taking risks in relationships. The first verse tells the listener that they do not have to look any further because the person they are searching for is right before their eyes. The chorus emphasizes that nobody is going to put the pieces together for them; they have to take action and make things happen. The verses describe the frustration of waiting for someone who is indecisive or hesitant to make a move. The line "you better sink your teeth before I disappear" implies that the opportunity may not last forever, and it is important to act quickly before it is too late.
The bridge talks about trying to keep composure while waiting for the other person to make a move. The repeated line "I'm not gonna try" can be interpreted as giving up on waiting and being willing to move on. The final chorus repeats the message to bite down and take action before it's too late.
Overall, the song is a message to take risks and seize opportunities when they present themselves rather than waiting for someone else to make a move. It emphasizes the importance of being proactive in relationships and not waiting for things to happen on their own.
Line by Line Meaning
You don't have to look any further
I have been waiting for you and you don't need to keep searching
I've been waiting here for you for time
I have been patiently waiting for you to arrive
You're missing what is right before your eyes
You are failing to see what is right in front of you
No one's gonna stick the pieces together for you
You have to solve your own problems, nobody else will do it for you
Together for you
Things won't magically fix themselves, you must work on them yourself
You've got your claws buried deep
You are very deeply invested in the situation
Bite down, bite down into me
Attack me or hold on tight to me
You better sink your teeth before I disappear
Take action now or risk missing your chance
Ooh, I'm not gonna try
I am not going to make an effort or attempt anymore
No, no, no, I'm not gonna try
I absolutely won't make any effort or attempt anymore
Oh I'm tryna keep my composure
I am trying to stay calm and composed
But every time you shake coming down I die
Every time you get closer but then move away, it hurts me a lot
You've been looking
You've been checking me out
Keep looking me over
Continue observing me
I'm tired of waving my arms in the back of the line
I am tired of being unnoticed and neglected
'Cause there are only so many times
There is a limited amount of opportunities or chances
That I can come a-running
That I can rush to your side or help you out
Bite down, bite down into me
Hold on tight or make a connection with me
You better sink your teeth before I disappear
Act now before it's too late
Ooh, I'm not gonna try
I am giving up on this situation
Bite down, bite down into me
Keep holding on or getting closer to me
You better sink your teeth before I disappear
Take action now before it is too late
Bite down, bite down into me
Hold on tight or attack with full force
Ooh, I'm not gonna try
I am done trying
No, no, no, I'm not gonna try
I am absolutely not going to try anymore
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARK STERLING CREW, DANIEL SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DustyBunzz
This is flawless tbh. They need to make more music together.
@felixwood5
Such a underrated song, shame they didn't make a video for this
@gabrielsaunders44
felix wood Better than good grief or send them off
@Leffrey
Although given chorus it might just be about cannibalism or smth
@basicleaf9789
My friend loves HAIM, I think they're alright. I love Bastille, my friend thinks they're alright. This. Collaboration. Is. Phenomenal.
@firzhaa1491
tbh i don't care about what style they use on their music. as long as i can hear dan's voice i'm fine with it
@tannerhill6809
Do more stuff with Haim, fuck it do a whole album.
@doraaaa0613
Yes please! Great stuff!
@CatherineVeas
Amphibious Lycanthrope THIS! pretty please
@ebbie3013
true true true!