Original members Kyle Even and David Schmitt started the project in 2007, they didn't anticipate that their “just for fun” intent would explode into an internationally sought-after duo within just a couple of years. The story of Breathe Carolina is a modern day music fairytale, about two friends who recorded tracks on Mac program GarageBand at home in Denver, Colorado, put them on to MySpace and rapidly gained a huge online following.
The duo's self-released debut EP Gossip hit iTunes in 2007, and after a phenomenal response, they released their debut album "It’s Classy, Not Classic" in 2008. The album entered the Billboard Top 200 at #186. Their genre-clashing blend of crowd-pleasing pop, rock and electronica was a hit, and no longer confined to the bedroom – Breathe Carolina were a global force ready to be heard.
After signing with Fearless Records in 2009, their album Hello Fascination took their music to a bigger, brighter and more blistering dimension. Recorded with the stellar production team of Mike Green (Paramore, The Higher, Set Your Goals) and Matt Squire (Taking Back Sunday, 3OH!3, Panic At The Disco), their sound became re-defined with the addition of live instruments and hooky pop choruses. The album debuted at #43 on the Billboard Top 200, at #5 on the Independent Chart and #2 on the Electronic Chart. The title track “Hello Fascination” was featured on MTV’s The City and received placement on NBC’s Sunday Night Football. It even became the featured track on NBC’s The Jay Leno Show promos.
The duo followed up their second UK headline tour of the year with a whole summer on Vans Warped Tour 2010, followed by a direct support slot to Mayday Parade on the Fearless Friends Tour in Fall 2010.
2011 has been quite the year for the band, as "Blackout"'s steady ascension up the Top 40 single chart, embraced by fans across the nation as their new party anthem, has made them one of the only independent acts taking on the pop goliaths at Top 40. 'Hell Is What You Make It' debuted at #2 on the Billboard Electronic Chart, with The NY Times calling the album "one of the best pure pop albums of the year". A performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, main playlist rotation across all MTV networks for video "Blackout" and an Artist Of The Week slot on MTV's PUSH program fueled the genre-blending duo's success story.
Starting out in a bedroom in the suburbs of the Mile High City, Breathe Carolina was one of the first bands to start making waves via social networks. They truly came into their own on Fearless Records-released sophomore full-length Hello Fascination. A step to a brave next level, the album entered the Billboard Top 200 at #43, and went on to sell over 60,000 copies in the U.S. alone. Their juxtaposition of hardcore guts and pop glory found a happy niche between both rock and pop fans, the album's title track landing placements on the promos for NBC's Jay Leno Show, 30 Rock and Monday Night Football, MTV's The Hills and The City.
With national radio dates with fellow Top 40 acts including Flo-Rida, Selena Gomez, Kreayshawn, Hot Chelle Rae, Cobra Starship and The Fray sees the band ending 2011 on an all time high.
Shadows
Breathe Carolina Lyrics
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You bit your bottom lip, I felt it in my bones
I jumped out my chest, I was haunted
I had to shake it off, when can we be alone?
How'd you get me up against the wall?
So I, I never thought that I could take the fall
And now I want it all
Are you shadows in the dark there too
Run my fingers through your hair
Picture every part of me is part of you
You're where I want to go
Are you shadows in the dark there too
Run my fingers through your hair
Picture every part of me is part of you
You're where I want to go
Your name on the tip of my tongue tastes
Like smoke and you fuck so incredible
You slip through the cracks in the bed space
I had you every way, but I woke up alone
How'd you get me up against the wall?
So I, I never thought that I could take the fall
And now I want it all
Are you shadows in the dark there too
Run my fingers through your hair
Picture every part of me is part of you
You're where I want to go
Are you shadows in the dark there too
Run my fingers through your hair
Picture every part of me is part of you
You're where I want to go
All of me is wrapped around you
They will never hold me like I did
A thousand suns will stay in love
Our shadows into one
Now I want it all
Are you shadows in the dark there too
Run my fingers through your hair
Picture every part of me is part of you
You're where I want to go
Are you shadows in the dark there too
Run my fingers through your hair
Picture every part of me is part of you
You're where I want to go
The lyrics of the song Shadows by Breathe Carolina carry intense sensations of lust and passion. The singer describes their utter desire for the person they are with, where even the slightest touch or gesture can send shivers down their spine. The lyrics begin with a reference to the singer's physical attraction towards their partner, stating that their partner's body was the one thing they wanted. They are entranced by their partner's biting of the bottom lip, which made them feel haunted, and they are desperate to be alone with them.
The second verse paints a picture of the singer's partner's actions and their sexual pleasure. The singer mentions their partner's name tastes like smoke and implies they are amazing in bed. However, despite that passion, the singer ends up alone in bed, indicating an uneven connection between the two.
The chorus is the main highlight of the song as it is the culmination of the song's themes of passion, desire, loneliness, and longing. It is a promise made with the partner that they will always be united in love and passion. The lyrics showcase an all-consuming desire that the singer has towards their partner and how their partners bring light into the darkness.
Overall, the lyrics of the song Shadows by Breathe Carolina are an intense representation of physical attraction, sexual passion, and the desire for love and companionship. The lyrics present a snapshot of a romantic relationship that is being celebrated and preserved despite the tumultuous nature of emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Your body was the one thing I wanted
I desired your physical body more than anything else
You bit your bottom lip, I felt it in my bones
Your seductive gesture aroused me deeply
I jumped out my chest, I was haunted
I was shocked and frightened by the intensity of my feelings for you
I had to shake it off, when can we be alone?
I had to try and ignore my feelings for you and I want to be alone with you
How'd you get me up against the wall?
I am surprised and questioning how you were able to magnetize me towards you
So I, I never thought that I could take the fall
I never thought I would fall so hard for someone until I met you
And now I want it all
I crave everything that comes with being with you
Are you shadows in the dark there too
Run my fingers through your hair
Picture every part of me is part of you
You're where I want to go
I want to spend intimate moments with you in the dark, run my fingers through your hair, and feel as though our bodies have melded together into one entity
Your name on the tip of my tongue tastes
Like smoke and you fuck so incredible
You slip through the cracks in the bed space
I had you every way, but I woke up alone
I am reminded of the taste of your name on my tongue, it is as intoxicating as smoke. Our sexual encounters are amazing, but you always escape from me, leaving me alone
All of me is wrapped around you
They will never hold me like I did
A thousand suns will stay in love
Our shadows into one
Now I want it all
My entire being is wrapped around you and the memories of you will stay with me forever. Our love is like a thousand suns and our shadows are united into one. I want everything that comes with being with you
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: IAN KIRKPATRICK, KYLE EVEN, DAVID SCHMITT, LUIS BONET, ERIC ARMENTA, SIMON WILCOX
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Tyler Lee
I love Breathe Carolina. I've been a fan since the beginning. I was only in middle school at that time, but now I graduated and am still a fan. Going strong. I found this song to be very addicting to me. :)
tk13edm
This songs hold a special place in my heart, absolutely everything about it. 🤍
Alley Walker
I love Breathe Carolina
Favorite band for 8 years now.
If they change, then they change. I'll still love them, always.
Just because someone changes doesn't mean that you have to hate on them.
Learn some respect they're the ones making the songs not you. If you don't like them don't listen to them.
I'm sick of people putting bands down because they changed.
Really people move the Fu*k on.
It's not the end of the world!
Gerillia
I totally agree with you!
Dani Mendez
Same!!!
Abi Geffen
Bet y'all regret that after seeing what they do now lmao😂😂😂😂😂😂
Chucifer
@Abi Geffen They just dropped a new song. It's pretty good actually.
Drew Morrow
When I first heard this song I thought of Cash Cash. Probably because it has a similar sound to Cash Cash but with their dark style as well. This song is so next level for them, it is so sick!!! The whole album is outstanding as well, but this one song is my personal favorite!!! I hope they make more songs that will give me chills like this one does!!! Great video too!!!
Hazzy Senpai
Dude, I just found this song today.. and ive been listening to this for about 3 hours straight!! I love this song!
GUSTTAVO xandão
Que sdds dessa época 💔💔😔tempo bom🇧🇷