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).
Future Holds
Bastille Lyrics
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Don't matter if I got you, got you
Who knows what the future holds?
Don't matter if I got you
No, no, no
Don't matter if I got you, got
Don't matter if I got you
It's not about my dreams
I'll get over my nightmares
Don't wanna just wake up
At the ending
Don't blink, I'll miss it all
And dead boys don't remember
The shit we never did
Will haunt us
I can't live fast and die young
Obsessing over the future
(Horizon)
I come undone when you're gone
Just looking over my shoulder
(Behind ya)
Who knows what the future holds?
Don't matter if I got you, got you
Who knows what the future holds?
Don't matter if I got you
No, no, no
Don't matter if I got you, got
Don't matter if I got you
No dress rehearsal life
Don't lose sleep over the truth
We can't find it
Their happy-ending myth
I'd settle for religion
Some champagne-popping bliss
To remember
I can't live fast and die young
Obsessing over the future
(Horizon)
I come undone when you're gone
Just looking over my shoulder
(Behind ya)
Who knows what the future holds?
Don't matter if I got you, got you
Who knows what the future holds?
Doesn't matter if I got you
Who knows what the future holds?
Don't matter if I got you, got you
Who knows what the future holds?
Don't matter if I got you
Who knows what the future holds? (I don't know)
Don't matter if I got you, got you (I got you)
Who knows what the future holds? (I don't know)
Don't matter if I got you (got you)
Who knows what the future holds? (I don't know)
Don't matter if I got you, got you (I got you)
Who knows what the future holds? (I don't know)
Don't matter if I got you (got you)
The lyrics of Bastille's song "Future Holds" reflect a sense of uncertainty and the recognition that the future is unpredictable. The repetition of the phrase "Who knows what the future holds?" emphasizes this theme. The singer acknowledges that no matter what lies ahead, it doesn't matter as long as they have someone by their side who they care deeply about. The refrain "Don't matter if I got you" reinforces this sentiment, highlighting the importance of human connection and love in navigating the unknown.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of living in the present moment and not getting caught up in dreams or regrets. The line "It's not about my dreams, I'll get over my nightmares" suggests a willingness to let go of personal ambitions and focus on the reality of the present. The reference to "dead boys don't remember" implies that the mistakes or missed opportunities of the past should not consume one's thoughts or haunt them.
The verses further explore the fear of the future and the vulnerability that arises when the person they rely on is absent. The lines "I come undone when you're gone, just looking over my shoulder" evoke a sense of anxiety and the constant need to be reassured by the presence of a loved one. The repetition of the phrase "Obsessing over the future" in connection with the line "I can't live fast and die young" suggests a desire to let go of worries and live in the moment, rather than obsessing over what lies ahead.
Line by Line Meaning
Who knows what the future holds?
It is uncertain what will happen in the future.
Don't matter if I got you, got you
Having you by my side is more important than the unknown future.
No, no, no
Emphasizing the importance of having you.
It's not about my dreams
The focus is not solely on my personal aspirations.
I'll get over my nightmares
I will overcome my fears and anxieties.
Don't wanna just wake up
Not interested in merely existing.
At the ending
At the conclusion of life.
Don't blink, I'll miss it all
If I'm not cautious, I might miss out on everything.
And dead boys don't remember
Once we die, we won't recall our past experiences.
The shit we never did
The things we never had the chance to do.
Will haunt us
Those unfulfilled experiences will trouble us.
I can't live fast and die young
I cannot live recklessly and die at a young age.
Obsessing over the future
Being overly preoccupied with what lies ahead.
(Horizon)
Referring to the future.
I come undone when you're gone
I become unsettled and lost without you.
Just looking over my shoulder
Constantly being wary of what is behind me.
(Behind ya)
Referring to what is behind.
No dress rehearsal life
We only have one chance at life, no practice runs.
No refunds, no rewinding
We cannot go back or undo the past.
Don't lose sleep over the truth
Don't be overly concerned with finding absolute truth.
We can't find it
Because we cannot discover it.
Their happy-ending myth
The idea of a perfect, fairy-tale ending is just a myth.
I'd settle for religion
I would be content with a sense of belief or purpose.
Some champagne-popping bliss
Moments of joy and celebration.
To remember
Memorable experiences.
Doesn't matter if I got you
Regardless of the future, having you is what matters.
(I don't know)
Expressing uncertainty about the future.
(I got you)
Assuring that I have you by my side.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Daniel Campbell Smith, Jack Duxbury, Mark Crew
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Sam
on Fake it
Has anyone translated the news captions in the music video?
Jeannie Smith
on Pompeii
I like it.