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
Mr. Blue's Menu
Blue October Lyrics
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As she waits my table
And she smiles when able
From the inside
And who would've thought a cup of coffee
Would make my legs unstable
Shaking
Must be stagefright
And would it really phase me
If I had all the toys of
All the clumsy boys for you
And would it really kill you
If you would try to have a good time
Instead of screwing up mine
But you do
I'm in Love
Brings a cup of coffee as she sits down slowly
Now the chair is holy
From the inside
And who would've thought that a cup of coffee
Would make my legs unstable
Shaking
Under the table
Must be stagefright
I'm in Love
"Mr. Blue's Menu" by Blue October is a powerful, poetic ballad that explores self-doubt, love, and the struggles we experience as we try to connect with others. The song follows the singer as they sit in a coffee shop, watching a woman smile and wait on tables. As the singer watches, they begin to feel a sense of dread, a kind of stage fright that shakes them to their core, making their legs quake beneath the table. They are overcome with anxiety at the thought of connecting with this woman.
The lyrics suggest that this anxiety is related to the singer's relationship difficulties. They ask themselves if it would really make a difference if they had everything they wanted, all the "toys" they coveted as a child, if they could only find a way to connect with this woman. They also imply that this relationship is complicated by the woman's own self-destructive tendencies, her tendency to "screw up" the singer's good time. Despite these obstacles, the singer reveals that they're in love, that they're willing to risk everything for a chance to connect with this enigmatic woman.
Overall, "Mr. Blue's Menu" is a powerful exploration of the doubts and anxieties that we often feel when we're trying to build meaningful relationships with others. It's a reminder that even the strongest love can be complicated by our own fears and insecurities.
Line by Line Meaning
Writing on a cup of coffee
The server is jotting down the order on a coffee cup.
As she waits my table
The server is waiting for the customer's order.
And she smiles when able
The server greets the customer with a smile whenever possible.
From the inside
The server's kind nature is genuine and not just for show.
And who would've thought a cup of coffee
The customer is surprised that a simple cup of coffee can have such an effect.
Would make my legs unstable
The customer's legs are shaking uncontrollably due to feeling nervous or anxious.
Shaking
The customer's legs are trembling.
Under the table
The customer's legs are shaking below the surface of the table.
Must be stagefright
The customer attributes their shaking to stage fright, fear of performing in front of others.
And would it really phase me
The customer questions if they would care if they had all the material possessions.
If I had all the toys of
The customer refers to material possessions as 'toys.'
All the clumsy boys for you
The customer questions if they would impress someone who values material possessions over other qualities.
And would it really kill you
The customer questions if having a good time would be deadly for the other person.
If you would try to have a good time
The customer wants the other person to enjoy themselves and try to have fun.
Instead of screwing up mine
The customer's experience is being affected negatively by the other person's behavior.
But you do
The other person continues to ruin the customer's experience.
Brings a cup of coffee as she sits down slowly
The server brings a cup of coffee and sits down near the customer.
Now the chair is holy
The spot where the server is sitting becomes sacred or special to the customer.
I'm in Love
The customer realizes that they are in love with the server.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JUSTIN FURSTENFELD
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MrFunnyman1130
ugh i love this song too much
Cassidy Gravitt
Holy BANANAS, all these years, I thought it was "Writing on a cup of coffee" which OF COURSE makes no sense, but I went with it, cuz no lyric sites said any different #smh xD
Thank you! <3
The Revanchist
Second lulz Seriously though, love this band and their music <3 Thanks for the post!