Formed in 2009, the act was originally a means to expand the solo project of Dustin Payseur. That same year bassist John Peña and guitarist Christopher Burke were recruited as the lineup for their initial tour. Their debut single, Daydream / Desert Sand was released in February 2010 on Captured Tracks. In May 2010, their debut album Beach Fossilswas released and met with favorable reviews.
The following years saw a number of changes to their lineup, including when John Peña left the band in 2011 to form Heavenly Beat, and guitarist Cole Smith, who left for his solo project, DIIV. In 2012, Tommy Gardner stepped in as the drummer to form their current lineup.
Clash the Truth was released in early 2013, peaking at number 40 on the Independent Albums chart. Paysuer described it as being an album about what happens after you've solved the immediate problems that come with moving away from home - "something that just doesn't feel like it makes sense yet".
In 2017, after a long break, the third album Somersault was released
Sometimes
Beach Fossils Lyrics
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But I really don't care to know
And you can take my hand
But I don't care where we go
And if you think you know
What I'm thinking about
Then I can read your thoughts
Without any doubt
Well let's go home
And if I happen to fall
Then please don't pick me up
Cause we're enjoying our time
And I wouldn't want to interrupt
They worked out so well
When you discovered that it's all the same
We get lost sometimes
But the reality will keep us sane
I know I think too much
I know I waste my time
And I can't figure out
Which one is yours or mine
That's fine
I really couldn't say I mind
The song "Sometimes" by Beach Fossils is an introspective piece that talks about the complexities of human relationships and the difficulties that come with them. The lyrics of the song talk about the various uncertainties and confusions that individuals face while navigating their way through relationships. The singer suggests that he is not interested in knowing everything about his partner, but at the same time, if needed, he can read her thoughts without any doubt.
The singer also talks about how he does not want to be picked up if he falls, indicating that he is willing to take his chances and enjoy the moment, even if it's not perfect. The lyrics also mention how we can get lost at times, but we need to have a grip on reality to stay sane. The singer accepts that he thinks too much and wastes his time trying to figure out things. However, he acknowledges that he does not mind living with uncertainty.
The song's overall theme seems to be accepting the imperfections and uncertainties that come with a relationship while still finding joy in it. It suggests that one should enjoy the moment rather than overthinking everything and ruining it with endless doubts and questions.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I can understand
I comprehend what you're saying
But I really don't care to know
However, I lack interest in the information you're sharing
And you can take my hand
It's possible for you to hold my hand
But I don't care where we go
I'm not particular about our destination
And if you think you know
In the event that you presume to know
What I'm thinking about
What thoughts occupy my mind
Then I can read your thoughts
I possess the ability to read your thoughts
Without any doubt
There are no reservations in believing this to be true
So we can go
Therefore, we should depart
Well let's go home
We should return to our residence
And if I happen to fall
If I accidentally stumble
Then please don't pick me up
Please leave me be
Cause we're enjoying our time
We're presently having a good time
And I wouldn't want to interrupt
I would prefer not to disrupt the current moment
They worked out so well
The current situation is going smoothly
When you discovered that it's all the same
You realized that everything is identical
We get lost sometimes
Occasionally, we become disoriented
But the reality will keep us sane
Nonetheless, the truth will prevent us from losing our minds
I know I think too much
I acknowledge that I tend to overthink
I know I waste my time
I'm aware that I spend my time ineffectively
And I can't figure out
I'm unable to determine
Which one is yours or mine
Which one of these belongs to you and which one is mine
That's fine
However, it's acceptable
I really couldn't say I mind
I'm not capable of stating that I'm bothered by it
Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: James Dustin Payseur
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@marineswell6353
Well I can understand
But I really don't care to know
And you can take my hand
But I don't care where we go
And if you think you know
What I'm thinking about
Then I can read your thoughts
Without any doubt
So we can go
Well let's go home
And if I happen to fall
Then please don't pick me up
Cause we're enjoying our time
And I wouldn't want to interrupt
They worked out so well
When you discovered that it's all the same
We get lost sometimes
But the reality will keep us sane
I know I think too much
I know I waste my time
And I can't figure out
Which one is yours or mine
That's fine
I really couldn't say I mind
@killua4162
Às Vezes
Bem, eu mal posso suportar
Mas eu realmente não me importo de saber
Você pode pegar a minha mão
Eu não me importo aonde vamos
E se você acha que sabe
O que eu estou pensando
Então eu poderei ler seus pensamentos, sem dúvida
Então podemos ir
Bem, vamos para casa
E se acontecer de eu cair
Então por favor, não me levante
Porque nós estamos aproveitando nosso tempo
E eu não gostaria de interromper
Funcionou tão bem
Quando você descobriu ser tudo igual
Nos perdemos às vezes
Mas a realidade nos manterá sensatos
Eu sei, eu penso demais
Eu sei, eu perco meu tempo
E eu não consigo entender
Qual é a sua ou a minha
Isso é bom
Eu realmente não poderia dizer que me importo
@floraliee
Sometimes this album is the only thing that can cheer me up, does anyone else agree?
@JonatanGGomes
this and Clash The Truth...good music.
@isacmartinez3438
its the only that makes sense
@damienpunch1365
8 years on bro and it still holds its magic 🤘👍
@vegachristian14
True
@valeriamartinezgarza2172
Me
Encanta ❤️
@jordanwest7135
Sometimes I feel I love this song more than almost any other.
@ahoycptn33
makes me imagine im on the beach with the girl of my dreams watching the ocean. dream life right here.
@marineswell6353
Well I can understand
But I really don't care to know
And you can take my hand
But I don't care where we go
And if you think you know
What I'm thinking about
Then I can read your thoughts
Without any doubt
So we can go
Well let's go home
And if I happen to fall
Then please don't pick me up
Cause we're enjoying our time
And I wouldn't want to interrupt
They worked out so well
When you discovered that it's all the same
We get lost sometimes
But the reality will keep us sane
I know I think too much
I know I waste my time
And I can't figure out
Which one is yours or mine
That's fine
I really couldn't say I mind
@Burp1ngf4rt
Thank you ❣️