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
Leave It In The Dressing Room
Blue October Lyrics
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What you gonna do
With your time
'Cause it's calling you
Yeah yeah, you know
Abomination so far
You never have time for anyone
Are you living it up
Hear everyone say
I think it's time
We shake it up (we shake it up)
We shake it up (we shake it up)
We shake it up (we shake it up)
Shake shake shake shake shake
We've been here for centuries
Now it's time we shake it up
What we came we came to do
Yeah we came to shake it up
When we came we came for real
Yeah we came to shake it up
I wanna shake it up
Down
It's your thing
Get your face first falls
When I call you to the middle of the ring
Yeah yeah, you know
Abomination so far
You never have time for anyone
Are you living it up
Or packing it in
Hear everyone say
I think it's time
We shake it up (we shake it up)
We shake it up (we shake it up)
We shake it up (we shake it up)
Shake shake shake shake shake
We've been here for centuries
Now it's time we shake it up
What we came we came to do
Yeah we came to shake it up
When we came we came for real
Now it's time to shake it up
I wanna shake it up
We've been here for centuries
Now it's time we shake it up
And what we came we came to do
Yeah we came to shake it up (shake it up)
And when we came we came for real
Now it's time to shake it up
I wanna shake it up
I wanna shake it up
Up, up
In Blue October's song "Leave It In The Dressing Room," the lyrics explore the concept of time and the choices we make with it. The first verse reflects upon how time is calling the singer, urging them to take action. The mention of an "abomination" suggests that the singer has been neglecting their time and not prioritizing it for others. They question whether they are truly living it up or simply packing it in, indicating a desire for a more fulfilling life. The repetition of "shake it up" throughout the song signifies a need for change and a desire to break free from the monotony or stagnation that time can sometimes bring.
The chorus emphasizes the urgency to shake things up and not waste any more time. It encourages the listener to embrace their true purpose and bring excitement and energy into their lives. The mention of being here for centuries suggests a long history of feeling trapped and unfulfilled, but now is the time to break free from that cycle.
Line by Line Meaning
Time
The concept of time and how it influences one's choices and actions.
What you gonna do
Asking what actions the individual plans to take.
With your time
Referring to how the individual spends their time.
'Cause it's calling you
Implying that time is beckoning the individual to make a decision.
Yeah yeah, you know
Acknowledging that the individual is aware of the circumstances.
Abomination so far
Describing the feeling of regret for not prioritizing others.
You never have time for anyone
Highlighting the lack of availability the individual has for others.
Are you living it up
Questioning if the individual is fully enjoying and embracing life.
Or packing it in
Asking if the individual is giving up and settling for less.
Hear everyone say
Acknowledging that others are expressing the need for change.
I think it's time
Expressing the belief that the current situation calls for a change.
We shake it up (we shake it up)
Calling for a change and disruption to the status quo.
Shake shake shake shake shake
Emphasizing the energetic and dynamic nature of the desired change.
We've been here for centuries
Reflecting on the long-lasting presence and stagnant state of affairs.
Now it's time we shake it up
Asserting that the present moment requires a significant shift.
What we came we came to do
Clarifying the purpose and intention behind one's arrival.
Yeah we came to shake it up
Confirming the desire to create a transformative impact.
When we came we came for real
Stating that the intentions were genuine and authentic.
I wanna shake it up
Expressing personal motivation and enthusiasm for change.
Down
Referring to a state of being and feeling low or discouraged.
It's your thing
Recognizing individual autonomy and personal choices.
Get your face first falls
Encouraging the individual to take risks and face challenges head-on.
When I call you to the middle of the ring
Metaphorically summoning the individual to confront their obstacles.
And what we came we came to do
Reiterating the purpose and intention behind one's actions.
Now it's time to shake it up
Emphasizing the urgency of initiating change now.
Up, up
A call to action, urging the individual to rise and take charge.
Lyrics © Hipgnosis Songs Group, TP SONGS
Written by: JUSTIN FURSTENFELD, STEVE SCHITZ, TIM PALMER, MATT NOVESKEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
BlizzardBeaches
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.