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
Houston Heights
Blue October Lyrics
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Sit back and watch it burn
Then call my enemies over
And let them take their turn
Let's see whose flame burns brighter
Let's see who is ready to quit oh
Let's talk about where you come from
And what you're gonna do with this
We want the same thing
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We want the whole world
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We wanna stay cool
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We keep our nose clean
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
You know nothing about me
You're always gonna doubt me
So try to live without my
Passionately crazy
Allergic to the lazy
I'm walking into work like "fuck yeah"
Never waste a minute of the moment 'cause I'm in it
The chance that I've been given, right?
The life that I am living
Forgiveness is for giving
So fuck yeah, fuck yeah, come on
We want the same thing
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We want the whole world
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We wanna stay cool
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We keep our nose clean
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
I believe this is my life it's your life
It's our life, in all life
We mold like it's fucking clay
I believe this is my life, it's your life
It's our life, in all life, it's all life yeah
I believe this is my life it's your life
It's our life, in all life
We mold like it's fucking clay
I believe this is our life, it's our life
It's our life, in all life, it's all life yeah yeah
We want the same thing
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We want the whole world
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We wanna stay cool
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We keep our nose clean
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
The lyrics to Blue October's song Houston Heights are about embracing one's own passion, living life to the fullest, and striving for something greater than what is considered "good enough" by society. Justin Furstenfeld, the lead singer and songwriter, sings about wanting to ignite his soul and watch it burn, inviting his enemies to witness his passion and determination. The lines "Let's talk about where you come from/And what you're gonna do with this" suggest that he is willing to find common ground with others and connect through their shared desire to achieve their goals.
Throughout the song, Furstenfeld emphasizes the need to live life fully and not waste a moment. He describes himself as "passionately crazy" and "allergic to the lazy," asserting his determination to make the most of his time and opportunities. The lyrics "Forgiveness is for giving/So fuck yeah, fuck yeah, come on" suggest that he is open-minded and willing to forgive others and himself for past mistakes, allowing him to move forward with his life.
Overall, Houston Heights is a powerful anthem for anyone who wants to embrace their own passions and live life to the fullest, despite the challenges and obstacles they may face. It encourages listeners to strive for something greater than what is deemed acceptable by society, forging their own path and finding fulfillment in their own unique way.
Line by Line Meaning
I wanna light my soul on fire
I am yearning for a spark that would ignite and invigorate my soul
Sit back and watch it burn
Once my soul is afire, I would like to relax and observe it while it carries on burning
Then call my enemies over
And let them take their turn
As a mark of triumph, I am willing to let my enemies (who wish me ill) come and witness the brilliant inferno that is my soul as it continues to burn brightly.
Let's see whose flame burns brighter
Let's see who is ready to quit oh
Let's talk about where you come from
And what you're gonna do with this
I am eager to engage my foes in a contest of wills to see who would fold first. More so, I would also want to know where they originate from and how they aim to handle the situation we find ourselves in.
We want the same thing
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We want the whole world
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We wanna stay cool
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We keep our nose clean
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
Although we share similar aspirations, our dreams remain unfulfilled as we still have a long way to go. We want nothing less than conquering the world and looking good doing it, but even with our admirable efforts to maintain propriety, it falls short of being enough.
You know nothing about me
You're always gonna doubt me
So try to live without my
Passionately crazy
Allergic to the lazy
I'm walking into work like 'fuck yeah'
Never waste a minute of the moment 'cause I'm in it
The chance that I've been given, right?
The life that I am living
Forgiveness is for giving
So fuck yeah, fuck yeah, come on
You may not comprehend who I am or what I do, but I refuse to let your doubts consume me. I am some sort of maniac in my positivity, and I am utterly intolerant of indolence. So, just like a boss, I strut into my job description with an air of invincibility, eager to seize every available opportunity because life is precious, and I choose to live it to the fullest. I harbor no vendetta against you and preach an attitude of forgiveness. So let's go, bring it on!
I believe this is my life it's your life
It's our life, in all life
We mold like it's fucking clay
I am convinced that our lives, yours and mine, are intricately interwoven and therefore our collective experiences and obstacles reflect on each other. Life is malleable like clay, so we must shape it together to suit our preferences.
I believe this is my life, it's your life
It's our life, in all life, it's all life yeah
I reiterate that our lives belong to us all and no particular soul holds a monopoly over the true meaning of life.
We want the same thing
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We want the whole world
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We wanna stay cool
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
We keep our nose clean
Oh yeah, but it just ain't good enough
Our desires converge, but they remain unfulfilled despite our relentless efforts, and thus we crave for something far more glorious – owning the world, remaining edgy, and maintaining an unblemished image, but try as much as we might, it still isn't good enough.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.,
Written by: JUSTIN FURSTENFELD, MATT NOVESKEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Clbraz78
Love this song and it is amazing live!
Irvin G.
Getting Ready for May 5th in Orlando, this is one of the best songs to play live. The band is awesome as always!!!!
Joe Barlow
This was part of the encore in a recent show I attended. Brutal! I LOVE IT.
Spooks McGee
The best song I've ever heard live and the most amazing band
Bobble Head
Holy shit. Last night in Houston they played this song and everyone in the crowd was going crazy!! :D Such an incredible show!
Kennedy Page
I'm from Houston and just moved back. One of my old friends just turned me on to this. Very cool.
Bobble Head
@The Baron Von Tito Danny Malone
Ryan V
Bobble Head It really was, do you remember who opened for them?
Liam connor
Revisiting the home album still one of my favorite songs by them blue october is my favorite band #passionatelycrazyallergictothelazy
Melon_Man53
Houston Heights stand up and represent!!!