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
Inner Glow )
Blue October Lyrics
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Calm again
I ask permission for the wrong to win
Drop the bomb and get your story out and get it on
In a haze, the beginning of your days
Going to fall down
Got to get back up, but at your own pace
Get to fill your cup and find the way
Yeah boy, what you said now!
And hide the rule book throw it in the waste
Look strong
Like you belong, cause you do belong
Whether right or wrong, you belong
Cause, I'm on your side, if you fail, at least you tried
To keep your aching, celebrating,
Wonder making heart alive, yeah.
And pride, don't keep it all inside
Don't keep your aching, celebrating,
Wonder making heart alone
Write your own song.
What ever happened to our inner glow?
What ever happened to the song, the soul, the me, I used to know?
What ever happened to my radio?
What ever happened to my song?
It is my song.
So here's a preview. shove it under old/new
Or call it rock, or pop, or Bach, or fuck
Goddamn! Where did we go wrong?
Now there's a category for every song
Yeah, we only want to sing when we want to
Yeah, we only want a dream we can flaunt to
Yeah, we only want to fly by the side, making love
To the rhythm, be a Jeckyl and a Hyde
Yeah, we only want a field we can run through
Yeah, we only want a beat we can drum to
Yeah, we only want to fly by the side, making love
To the rhythm, be a Jekyll and a Hyde
So stride, if you fail, at least you tried
To keep your aching, celebrating
Wonder making heart alive
And pride, don't keep it all inside
Don't keep your aching, celebrating
Wonder making heart alone
Write your own song.
What ever happened to our inner glow?
What ever happened to the song, the soul, the me, I used to know?
What ever happened to my radio?
What ever happened to that song?
It is my song.
Gonna wake up strong
Ya we're all gonna wake up strong
"Inner Glow" by Blue October is a song about finding one's true self and the challenges that come with it. The lyrics depict the struggle of trying to break free from others' expectations and finding one's own voice. The opening line, "I'm like a storm cloud eager when to go wild, calm again," refers to the internal conflict of wanting to unleash one's emotions and then reverting back to a calm state.
The following lines, "I ask permission for the wrong to win, drop the bomb and get your story out and get it on," suggest the need to take risks and be oneself even if it goes against societal norms. The chorus, "Whatever happened to our inner glow? Whatever happened to the song, the soul, the me, I used to know?" expresses the longing to reconnect with one's authentic self, to be true to oneself despite the pressures of society to conform. The song encourages listeners to embrace their uniqueness and write their own song.
Overall, "Inner Glow" urges us to stay true to ourselves and not be afraid to take risks, even if it means failing sometimes. It emphasizes the importance of finding one's inner glow and individuality, and not letting societal expectations dictate our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm like a storm cloud eager when to go wild
I'm unpredictable and anxious to unleash my emotions.
Calm again
But once the moment passes, I can become peaceful once more.
I ask permission for the wrong to win
I sometimes desire to do things that I know are not morally right.
Drop the bomb and get your story out and get it on
Express yourself and share your truth with the world.
In a haze, the beginning of your days
Your life may start off uncertain and unclear.
Going to fall down
You will face obstacles and setbacks.
Got to get back up, but at your own pace
But you should take your time to recover and find your footing again.
Get to fill your cup and find the way
Take care of yourself and find your own path.
Out of your own maze
Find a way out of confusion and uncertainty in your life.
Yeah boy, what you said now!
Acknowledging what someone else has said with agreement or enthusiasm.
And hide the rule book throw it in the waste
Forget the traditional ways of doing things and break free from constraints.
Look strong
Appear confident and capable.
Like you belong, cause you do belong
Believe in yourself and know that you are a part of something bigger.
Whether right or wrong, you belong
Regardless of your decisions or actions, you are a valuable and worthy human being.
Cause, I'm on your side, if you fail, at least you tried
I support you and will stand by you, even if you do not succeed.
To keep your aching, celebrating, Wonder making heart alive, yeah.
To keep your heart full of both pain and joy, constantly amazed by the world.
And pride, don't keep it all inside
Do not let your accomplishments and self-worth go unacknowledged.
Don't keep your aching, celebrating, Wonder making heart alone
Share your feelings and experiences with others, rather than keeping them bottled up inside.
Write your own song.
Create your own unique life story and identity.
What ever happened to our inner glow?
What happened to our ability to feel and express joy and passion?
What ever happened to the song, the soul, the me, I used to know?
What happened to the person I used to be, with my own unique voice and identity?
What ever happened to my radio?
What happened to the songs and music that used to inspire and move me?
What ever happened to my song?
What happened to the unique story and identity that I used to create for myself?
So here's a preview. shove it under old/new
Here's a glimpse of what I have to offer. It may not fit into conventional categories.
Or call it rock, or pop, or Bach, or fuck
It cannot be defined by simple labels or classifications.
Goddamn! Where did we go wrong?
An expression of frustration or disappointment at the state of things.
Now there's a category for every song
Music has become commercialized and formulaic, with every song fitting into a specific genre.
Yeah, we only want to sing when we want to
We only want to express ourselves when it feels convenient or easy.
Yeah, we only want a dream we can flaunt to
Our aspirations are often driven by a desire for attention or admiration from others.
Yeah, we only want to fly by the side, making love
We want to experience life's pleasures without facing its challenges or hardships.
To the rhythm, be a Jeckyl and a Hyde
To experience extreme mood swings or personality changes.
Yeah, we only want a field we can run through
We want a life without limitations or constraints.
Yeah, we only want a beat we can drum to
We want a sense of direction and purpose in our lives.
Gonna wake up strong
I will emerge from difficult times even stronger and more resilient.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: BETH J MIEKOS, JUSTIN S FURSTENFELD
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on Congratulations
Spent many nights in 2006 crying myself to sleep listening to this song from Blue October's Foiled album. Although different than the interpreted mean, It helped me realize that often times a relationship is dead long before it's over.