In the years that followed, the band was separated geographically, while Fabian pursued an Architecture degree at the University of Florida and Daniel left Florida to attend Harvard Law School in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Nonetheless, during this period, Boyce Avenue assembled at every available opportunity to collaborate musically. It was not until October of 2004 and the subsequent months, however, that Boyce Avenue would really come into its own. Daniel, who had recently graduated from law school, reconnected with the band in Florida as its full-time bassist, and Alejandro, at the age of 18, launched into writing the band's first original song, "Find Me." In the following months, the band performed locally in its hometown of Sarasota, and in April of 2005, the band hit the stage at Pine View High School for the last time. The band's performance at the Mr. Pine View competition, an event which Alejandro would go on to win, was covered in the local press.
Upon Alejandro's graduation from high school, he joined Fabian at the University of Florida, in Gainesville, where the band refined its signature sound playing out in traditional venues like Market Street and Side Bar. In October of 2006 and the months that followed, the band recorded its first three singles at Nickel and Dime Studios near Atlanta, Georgia. The project was engineered by Kris Sampson (Train, the Black Crowes) and produced by Don McCollister (Sister Hazel, Third Day). In 2007 and 2008, Boyce Avenue was honored in several songwriting competitions judged by a host of accomplished and renowned music industry artists, professionals, and executives. The band qualified as a Southeast Semifinalist in the 2007 IMWS competition; "All The While" was selected as a Semi-Finalist in the 2007 International Songwriting Competition, and as one of twelve Lennon Award Winners in the 2007 John Lennon Songwriting Contest; "Find Me" was selected as a Finalist in the Pop category for the U.S.A. Songwriting Competition; and "Hear Me Now (piano acoustic)" was selected as a finalist in the Best Group/Duo category for the IAMA songwriting competition, and as a finalist in the 2008 International Songwriting Competition.
Focused on the completion of a debut album, Boyce Avenue took a hiatus from its public performance schedule to write, produce, and record additional singles. In July of 2007, the band returned to Atlanta, Georgia, this time to record three songs at the Electron Gardens Studio in the historic Biltmore Hotel. These songs were engineered by Gary Pfaff and Tim Delaney, and were produced by Boyce Avenue. In October of the same year, the band finished tracking for the debut album with the recording of two songs at RMP Studios in Orlando, Florida. The final three songs for the album, "Dare To Believe," "On My Way," and "Hear Me Now (piano acoustic)" were engineered at RMP Studios by Veit Renn (Jennifer Hudson) and Adam Barber (Creed, Shinedown, Alterbridge), and were produced by Boyce Avenue.
The debut album, titled “All You’re Meant To Be,” was released by Boyce Avenue on March 25, 2008. All of the songs were mixed by Austin Deptula (Eisley, New Found Glory), and the entire project was mastered by Rodney Mills (Pearl Jam, REM, Sheryl Crow). The physical album is available worldwide exclusively through Storenvy, while the download versions can be found on iTunes/Amazon.com/Rhapsody/Napster/eMusic. Since the album's release, it has been written about in CNN Money, the Kings of A&R, and in other press, its songs have been featured on various MTV shows, and the band has established itself as one of the top 8 Artists of All-Time on YouTube, with over 90 million hits. Most recently, "All You're Meant To Be" has been licensed for sale nationwide in the Philippines through MCA Music, and is on path to Gold status. On the strength of the band's touring success in the United States and the Philippines, the band launched a worldwide tour in 2009.
Malibu
Boyce Avenue Lyrics
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I never sat by the shore under the sun with my feet in the sand
But you brought me here
And I'm happy that you did
'Cause now I'm as free as birds catching the wind
I always thought I would sink
So I never swam
I never went boating
And sometimes I get so scared of what I can't understand
But here I am
Next to you
The sky's more blue in Malibu
Next to you in Malibu
Next to you
We watched the sun go down as we're walking
I'd spend the rest of my life just standing here talking
You would explain the current
As I just smile
Hoping that you'll stay the same and nothing would change
And it'll be us
Just for a while
Do they even exist?
That's when I make the wish
To swim away with the fish
Is it supposed to be this hot all summer long?
I never would have believed you
If three years ago you told me I'd be here singing this song
But here I am
Next to you
The sky's so blue in Malibu
Next to you in Malibu
Next to you
Next to you
The sky is so blue in Malibu
Next to you
We are just like the waves that flow back and forth
Sometimes I feel like I'm drowning
And you're there to save me
And I want to thank you with all of my heart
It's a brand new start
A dream come true in Malibu
The lyrics of Boyce Avenue's song "Malibu" depict a journey of personal growth and newfound freedom. The singer starts with a sense of limitation and fear, never having experienced the beach or the ocean before. But someone special enters their life and introduces them to this new environment, which ultimately brings them immense happiness.
The line, "I'm as free as birds catching the wind," signifies the singer's liberation and newfound sense of freedom. They had always feared sinking and never took the risk to swim or boat, and they couldn't comprehend how others could float effortlessly. The fear of the unknown and the inability to understand it often weighs on them, making them scared at times.
However, the presence of this special person changes everything. The sky in Malibu is described as bluer, possibly representing a renewed perspective and a brighter future. The lyrics evoke imagery of watching the sun go down, symbolizing the passage of time and the desire for a love that remains constant and unchanging.
The singer wants everything to stay as it is, hoping that this person will remain the same and that their connection will endure. They question whether the idea of everlasting love even exists, and in that moment, they make a wish to escape the complexities of life and swim away with the fish.
The song acknowledges the disbelief and gratitude the singer feels for being in this situation. They reflect on how, three years ago, they would never have believed they would be singing this song in Malibu. It shows their realization of the dreamlike quality of their present reality and the sense of beginning anew.
Overall, "Malibu" portrays a transformative journey where love and new experiences bring freedom, rejuvenation, and the possibility of lasting happiness. It celebrates the impact of someone special who brings light into the singer's life and allows them to break free from their fears and limitations.
Line by Line Meaning
I never came to the beach or stood by the ocean
I have never experienced the calming presence of the beach or witnessed the vastness of the ocean.
I never sat by the shore under the sun with my feet in the sand
I have never embraced the warmth of the sun while sitting on the shore and feeling the grains of sand beneath my feet.
But you brought me here
However, you brought me to this beautiful place.
And I'm happy that you did
And I am grateful and joyous for your decision to bring me here.
'Cause now I'm as free as birds catching the wind
Because now I feel liberated and unburdened, just like birds soaring and taking advantage of the wind currents.
I always thought I would sink
I had a belief that I would inevitably fail or struggle.
So I never swam
Due to my fear of failure, I never allowed myself to fully dive into new experiences.
I never went boating
I never took the opportunity to sail on a boat, exploring new horizons.
Don't get how they are floating
I struggle to comprehend how others can effortlessly navigate and remain buoyant in life's uncertainties.
And sometimes I get so scared of what I can't understand
Occasionally, I feel overwhelming fear and anxiety towards the things that elude my comprehension.
But here I am
Yet, despite my apprehensions, I find myself in this moment.
Next to you
By your side, sharing this experience together.
The sky's more blue in Malibu
The sky appears even bluer and more vibrant in the serene surroundings of Malibu.
We watched the sun go down as we're walking
As we strolled along, we witnessed the beautiful descent of the sun.
I'd spend the rest of my life just standing here talking
I would gladly devote the remainder of my existence to simply conversing while remaining in this picturesque setting.
You would explain the current
You would elucidate the flow and direction of life's currents.
As I just smile
While listening to your explanation, all I can offer is a contented smile.
Hoping that you'll stay the same and nothing would change
Filled with optimism, I desire for you to remain constant and unchanged in our relationship.
And it'll be us
Together, it will be just the two of us.
Just for a while
Even if it's only for a temporary period.
Do they even exist?
I question the existence of certain things or possibilities.
That's when I make the wish
In those moments, I make a wish in the hopes of it coming true.
To swim away with the fish
I yearn to immerse myself in a carefree lifestyle like that of fish, swimming unhindered.
Is it supposed to be this hot all summer long?
I ponder whether the intense heat experienced during summer is normal or expected.
I never would have believed you
If you had told me this truth in the past, I would have been skeptical and disbelieving.
If three years ago you told me I'd be here singing this song
Had you informed me three years ago that I would be in this moment, expressing myself through song, I would have found it unbelievable.
Next to you
By your side, with you as my companion.
The sky's so blue in Malibu
In Malibu, the sky appears incredibly blue and filled with a sense of tranquility.
We are just like the waves that flow back and forth
Our relationship follows a pattern similar to the continuous ebb and flow of the waves.
Sometimes I feel like I'm drowning
At times, I experience overwhelming emotions and sensations, as if I am being engulfed in water and struggling to breathe.
And you're there to save me
During those moments of distress, you are there to rescue and support me.
And I want to thank you with all of my heart
I wholeheartedly desire to express my profound gratitude towards you.
It's a brand new start
This experience signifies a fresh beginning, a chance for reinvention.
A dream come true in Malibu
Being in Malibu feels like the realization of a long-desired dream.
Writer(s): Miley Cyrus, Oren Yoel Kleinman
Contributed by Gabriel M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Como não se apaixonar, são perfeitos ❣️❤️
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Perfeito é pouco
@malt7773
This version is outstanding, Emily's tone in her voice is amazing! Alejandro Luis Manzano is awesome as always...keep the songs coming!
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I Love it <3