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).
We Can't Stop
Bastille Lyrics
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Hands in the air like we don′t care
'Cause we came to have so much fun now
Bet somebody here might get some now
If you′re not ready to go home
Can I get a "hell, no!"? (hell no)
'Cause we're gonna go all night
So la da di da di
We like to party
Dancing with Miley
Doing whatever we want
This is our house
This is our rules
And we can′t stop
And we won't stop
Can′t you see it's we who own the night?
Can′t you see it's we who ′bout that life?
And we can't stop
And we won't stop
We run things, things don′t run we
Don′t take nothing from nobody
Yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah
It's our party we can do what we want
It′s our party we can say what we want
It's our party we can love who we want
We can kiss who we want
We can sing what we want
To my home girls here with the big butt
Shaking it like were in a strip club
Remember only dad can judge ya
Forget the haters ′cause somebody loves ya
And everyone in line in the bathroom
Queuing up to get into the bathroom
We all so turned up here
Getting turned up, yeah, yeah
So la da di da di
We like to party
Dancing with Miley
Doing whatever we want
This is our house
This is our rules
And we can't stop
And we won′t stop
Can't you see it's we who own the night?
Can′t you see it′s we who 'bout that life?
And we can′t stop
And we won't stop
We run things, things don′t run we
Don't take nothing from nobody
Yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah
Oh, oh
Dont break his heart, his achy breaky heart
I just dont think hell understand
Oh-oh-oh
Dont break his heart, his achy breaky heart
I just dont think hell understand
Oh oh oh
Dont break his heart, his achy breaky heart
I just dont think hell understand
Oh oh oh
Dont break his heart, his achy breaky heart
I just dont think hell understand
And she can′t stop, yeah
And she won't stop, oh
Can't you see it′s she who own the night?
Can′t you see it's she who ′bout that life?
And she can't stop
And she won′t stop
She run things, things don't run she
Don′t take nothing from nobody
Yeah, yeah
Bastille's song "We Can't Stop" is an energetic and upbeat track that celebrates living life to the fullest and not caring about anyone else's opinions. The lyrics describe a party scene filled with red cups, sweaty bodies, and people dancing with reckless abandon. The first stanza sets the scene, describing the party atmosphere and hinting that someone might hook up before the night is over.
The chorus repeats the phrase "We can't stop" and "We won't stop," asserting that the partygoers are in charge of their night and are going to enjoy themselves no matter what. The following stanza gives the listener a glimpse into the partygoers' attitudes, stating that they can do what they want, say what they want, and love who they want.
The bridge brings in a reference to Miley Cyrus, who is known for her wild and carefree persona. The lyrics suggest that the partygoers are dancing with Miley and doing whatever they want in their own house, with their own rules. The song ends with a little twist, switching the singer from "we" to "she" and suggesting that the party continues even after the night is over.
Overall, the lyrics of "We Can't Stop" celebrate youthful rebellion, freedom, and individuality. The song captures the spirit of partying and doing what you want, regardless of anyone else's expectations or judgments.
Line by Line Meaning
Red cups and sweaty bodies everywhere
The party is in full swing, with people drinking from red cups and dancing energetically.
Hands in the air like we don't care
People are dancing carefree and without inhibitions, with their hands raised in the air.
'Cause we came to have so much fun now, Bet somebody here might get some now
Everyone is at the party to have a good time, and maybe even hook up with someone.
If you're not ready to go home, Can I get a "hell, no!"? (hell no), 'Cause we're gonna go all night, 'Til we see the sunlight, alright
The party-goers are committed to staying up all night and having fun, regardless of whether or not they have to work or go home.
So la da di da di, We like to party, Dancing with Miley, Doing whatever we want, This is our house, This is our rules
The lyrics describe the fun and carefree attitude of the party-goers, who are dancing, enjoying themselves, and feel like they're in charge of their own party.
And we can't stop, And we won't stop, Can't you see it's we who own the night?, Can't you see it's we who 'bout that life?
The party-goers are asserting their dominance over the night, and they feel like they're living the life they want to live.
We run things, things don't run we, Don't take nothing from nobody, Yeah, yeah
The people at the party feel like they are in charge of their lives, and that they don't owe anything to anyone else.
It's our party we can do what we want, It's our party we can say what we want, It's our party we can love who we want, We can kiss who we want, We can sing what we want
The party-goers feel like the party and their lives are under their control, and they're free to do whatever they want, whether it's expressing themselves or showing affection openly.
To my homegirls here with the big butt, Shaking it like we're in a strip club, Remember only dad can judge ya, Forget the haters 'cause somebody loves ya
The song praises women with big butts and encourages them to dance freely. It also advocates ignoring any criticisms or negativity and focusing on self-love.
And everyone in line in the bathroom, Queuing up to get into the bathroom, We all so turned up here, Getting turned up, yeah, yeah
The scene is so lively that even the bathroom is full of people getting hyped up for the party.
And she can't stop, yeah, And she won't stop, oh, Can't you see it's she who own the night?, Can't you see it's she who 'bout that life?
The song shifts perspective to a woman, who is also taking charge of her life and owning the night, just like the other party-goers.
She run things, things don't run she, Don't take nothing from nobody, Yeah, yeah
Like the other party-goers, the woman in the song feels like she's in control of her life and owes nothing to anyone else.
Writer(s): Ricky M L Walters, Michael Len Ii Williams, Pierre Ramon Slaughter, Theron Makiel Thomas, Timothy Jamahli Thomas, Douglas L Davis, Miley Ray Cyrus, Michael Mays
Contributed by Zoe J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Riachan93
This is so freaking fantastic for a bunch of reasons:
- quadruple mash-up :D (We can't stop, Lose yourself, I just can't wait to be king, achy breaky heart)
- ladadida*DEY* we like to par*TEY* dancing with Mi*LEY*
- everyone in line in the *BATH*room, queueing up to get into the *BATH*room
- HELL NO 1:04
- the beautiful string entry at 1:31
- that accent
- the lead singer's voice in general oml
- they corrected the grammar in the lyrics
- "remember only dad can judge us" lmao
- the change of pronouns in the end is like a subtle nudge at Miley Cyrus??
- they're all silently chuckling at different points
- cracking up at 3:07
- cuteness overload at 0:21, 0:53
I didn't really pay attention to Bastille before but damn, that video made me a fan. So creative and talented!
@ilyskittles132
it’s a decade and i STILL love this cover, they really don’t know the impact they were making 😭😭
@realest_
I like it how this lad doesn't lose his accent when he's singing
@ashmccutcheon4990
It’s 2023 and this still has to be one of my all time favourite covers. Everything is just perfect from the lose yourself intro to the lion king. It all works so well.
@KeraDKanekii
"don't break his heart, his achy breaky heart" I fucking lost it oh my lord and then he couldn't hold his composure because he thought it was hilarious too hahhaha omg
@darrenkemp3428
I love the realness of that it's hilarious.
It makes my day, I laugh
@kerszz354
Did anyone else notice Kyle lifting his hands at 0:50 when Dan said "hands in the air like we dont care"? 😂😂
@CrazyBookEater
+KersZZ and Dan's smile !! <3
@kerszz354
+Crazy Book Eater And if Dan would actually start laughing, like in Overjoyed.
@sannescheltinga
HAHAHAHA LMAO😂😂
@bellajuventina
Notice? It was right there in the middle of the screen lol