Current members of Blue October include Justin Furstenfeld (lead vocals), Ryan Delahoussaye (violin/viola, mandolin, keyboards, and vocals), Jeremy Furstenfeld (drums, percussion), Matt Noveskey (bass guitar) and Will Knaak (guitar).
Popularized by their platinum-certified album Foiled (2006), which features the hit singles “Hate Me” and “Into the Ocean,” the group has continued to evolve… shifting from a far more pensive sound to one that is more optimistic and reflective of lead singer/songwriter/guitarist Justin Furstenfeld’s transformation—which will also be the focus of his soon-to-be-released documentary film, I Want It.
Once known for their stormy dynamic and self-destructive tendencies, Blue October couldn’t be more distinct from the band it once was, which is why their latest studio album, I Hope You’re Happy, looks to push the envelope even further with a whole new approach. Justin Furstenfeld is quoted as saying "I think Blue October should never be limited to the instruments we have in the band. I’m always about bringing in whoever can play what’s best for the song in. I’m also a huge fan of Peter Gabriel, and if you were to him all you can have is a guitarist a bassist and a drummer, he’d go “what?!” That’s how I feel. We took all the tools we had gotten from working all these kinds of people over the twenty-year span and made a really good album and we’re super proud of it. It’s nice and colorful and positive and universally themed. It’s something you can really sink your teeth into and not get sick of. You can always discover little new secrets about it along the way."
Their latest album, I Hope You're Happy, was released on August 17, 2018 on the band's own Up/Down Records label and was produced by Justin Furstenfeld and engineer Eric Holtz.
Previous band members have included Liz Mulally, Brant Coulter, Dwayne Casey, Piper Dagnino, Julian Mandrake, CB Hudson and Matthew Ostrander.
Blue October has an official site www.blueoctober.com/.
For the British band, please see Blue October UK
Driver
Blue October Lyrics
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Wearing life like I have a loose T-shirt on
As slowly time plays I get in the way
Like the things I'd love to do to you can't be good for the soul
We can go with the top down
We're never gonna look back so we just drive
Yeah, we just drive (drive)
So we just drive (drive)
Winding down the beach, you, me, sunset
Hair thrown back, so wild I could never forget
Like a picture taken, time stand still, can't look away
Burning bright gold, orange, red so good for the soul
We can go with the top down
We're never gonna look back so we just drive
Yeah, we just drive (drive)
Yeah, we just drive
So we just drive (drive)
These are the times to remember
Moments held in our hearts
We've been smiling all day
And driving into the stars
So we just drive
Yeah we just drive (drive)
Yeah we just drive
So we just drive (drive)
So we just drive
Yeah we just drive (drive)
Yeah we just drive
So we just drive (drive)
Yeah we just drive
The song "Driver" by Blue October is about two people who are enjoying a carefree moment together as they drive along the beach with the top down, enjoying the sunset and the freedom that comes with being young and in love. The lyrics, "I guess we're standing right where we belong, wearing life like I have a loose T-shirt on," suggest that the two are comfortable with each other and are in a place where they feel free to be themselves. The line "As slowly time plays, I get in the way, like the things I'd love to do to you can't be good for the soul" suggests that the singer is tempted to do things that he knows may not be healthy for their relationship in the long run.
The chorus of the song, "We can go with the top down, we're never gonna look back so we just drive," reinforces the idea that the two are living in the moment and not worrying about what the future may hold. The lyrics "These are the times to remember, moments held in our hearts, we've been smiling all day, and driving into the stars" further emphasize this idea, suggesting that the two are creating memories that they will cherish for years to come.
Overall, "Driver" is a song about the joy of being young, carefree, and in love. It celebrates the freedom that comes with being in a moment that feels perfect and encourages listeners to embrace those moments and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Line by Line Meaning
I guess we're standing right where we belong
Feeling like we’re in the right place and time
Wearing life like I have a loose T-shirt on
Feeling comfortable with how our life is going
As slowly time plays I get in the way
Feeling time is moving too slow and we want to enjoy the moment more
Like the things I'd love to do to you can't be good for the soul
Desiring to be intimate with someone but knowing it might not be healthy for us
We can go with the top down
Driving a convertible car with the top down
We're never gonna look back so we just drive
Focusing on the present and not looking back into the past
Winding down the beach, you, me, sunset
Driving beside the beach with a beautiful sunset in view
Hair thrown back, so wild I could never forget
Feeling alive and happy
Like a picture taken, time stand still, can't look away
Feeling like the moment is perfect and never wanting to forget it
Burning bright gold, orange, red so good for the soul
The sunset with bright colors is calming and brings peace
These are the times to remember
Moments to cherish and remember
Moments held in our hearts
Memories that we will always have in our hearts
We've been smiling all day
Continuously happy throughout the day
And driving into the stars
Driving at night admiring the stars
So we just drive
Enjoying the moment without planning too much
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.,
Written by: JEREMY FURSTENFELD, JUSTIN FURSTENFELD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@michaelbush2032
Easily my favorite off this album. Such a talented band.
@jsa777700
Like a picture taking time stand still can't look away!
@bobblehead7002
I wanna chill out on a long open road to this song
@danielbody5586
Bobble Head It’s a little thing called life my dude..
@JanetWachira
Officially placing this band in the same shelf as editors and the national. Stellar album!
@Mimmyz1stlovemomof2
I love this and every one of thier songs. So beautiful!!
@kimp7866
gorgeous song. the only band that I continuously listen to.
@raijin1378
Star ocean plus blue october= epic and memorable moments, seems to be a long standing tradition i look forward to the next star ocean game and blue october album to keep the good times going ^o^
@M.Ladydub
ABSOLUTE PERFECTION 💓
@juliahambuchen5418
Absolute amazing road trip song