States wrote and recorded the band’s first EP in his Philadelphia bedroom, fixated on the idea of what it means to craft a pop song. “I have an obsession with writing pop music and the idea that songs can transcend people.,” States says. “I saw that producer Jeremy Park started writing blog articles about how he recorded Youth Lagoon, so I wrote to him and sent him my songs asking for advice and knowledge. He wrote back and loved my stuff and helped me produce the first EP.”
The six-song self-titled EP was released in the summer of 2012 and quickly garnered attention online and in the press. With all the newfound awareness Andy promptly realized he needed a band to bring his songs to the stage. “Jon was always my sounding board. I’d show him songs in the making and get his advice. It only made sense that he’d become part of CRUISR,” Andy notes. With the addition of Kyle and Bruno the quartet set out performing whenever possible. And of course, they continued to write.
“The writing process definitely changed once we became a full band. I’ll work on my computer and bring the idea to Jon. By that time it’s structured and has a backbone, guitars are figured out etc. Jon elaborates on the idea with drums and it goes from there.” In late 2013 CRUISR released a new track online, “Kidnap Me,” which attracted even more positive attention than the EP. Representative of CRUISR as a cohesive unit, “Kidnap Me” was the first track written as a band and showcases what CRUISR does best; sunny, warm, indie-pop. “It’s funny because we’re from Philadelphia and we write songs that sound like summer, which is a fleeting season here. I guess it’s just because Philly is where we feel happiest, and when we’re happy we write happy music.”
Fast-forward to present day when CRUISR is gearing up to release their second EP, All Over, which features definitive recordings of "Kidnap Me" and "Don't Go Alone" as well as the brand new title track "All Over"; all of which were produced and mixed by Andrew Maury (RAC, Panama Wedding, Ra Ra Riot). All Over demonstrates how fantastically Andy’s mind is able to translate pop hooks. “How does pop music make everyone like it so much?” States laughs, “Little kids hear it on the radio and just go crazy, singing stupid songs. There’s something that’s so smart about it, and a lot of things that people don’t notice are the key ingredients to writing a pop song. I’m just really into trying to decipher what those things are and trying to make pop music in our own way.”
All Over will be released on September 23 via Vagrant Records.
CRUISR is Andy States (vocals / guitar), Jonathan Van Dine (drums), Kyle Cook (bass), Bruno Catrambone (guitar)
Get Out
CRUISR Lyrics
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You′re a little bit dead inside
And it shows
In all the little things you do
You're falling off the face again
′Cause you just had to get the edge on me
Now I'm a little too old for this
Ah ooh, you′re such a waste of space, please
Get Out, girl you′re in my way
Did you think I'd fall for the little games you play
No I′m not that kind of man
So take the upper hand and
Get Out, girl you're in my way
You try to make me insecure
And come late with a one-word answer
It′s cool, honey I won't fall for it
Girl I can see right through
All the moves you try to use on me
Now I′m a little too old for this
Get Out, girl you're in my way
Did you think I'd fall for the little games you play
No I′m not that kind of man
So take the upper hand and
Get Out, girl you′re in my way
Ah ooh, see I don't care for you and I
Ah ooh, you need to step aside and
Ah ooh, see I don′t care for you, you babe
Ah ooh, you're such a waste
My head, my home, my bed, my clothes
Get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, get out
My skin, you′re in, my way, you know
Get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, just
Get Out, girl you're in my way
Did you think I′d fall for the little games you play
No I'm not that kind of man
So take the upper hand and
Get Out, girl you're in my way
Get Out, girl you′re in my way
Did you think I′d fall for the little games you play
No I'm not that kind of man
So take the upper hand and
Get Out, girl you′re in my way
The lyrics of "Get Out" by CRUISR talk about a person who is trying to manipulate and control the singer's emotions and actions, but he sees through her tactics and refuses to fall for them. He describes her as dead inside, falling off the face, and a waste of space, implying that she is not a positive influence in his life. He advises her to get out of his way and take the upper hand, suggesting that she should control her own life instead of trying to control his. The singer asserts his independence and strength by refusing to be manipulated by someone who is not genuine.
The chorus of the song repeatedly tells the girl to get out of his way and asserts that he will not fall for her games. The verses describe the specific tactics she uses, which include making him feel insecure and giving vague or one-word answers to his questions. The singer sees through these tactics and confidently asserts that he is too old for this kind of manipulation.
Overall, the lyrics of "Get Out" are about standing up for oneself and not allowing others to control one's emotions or decisions. The song encourages listeners to be confident in themselves and not to let other people's negativity bring them down.
Line by Line Meaning
Try to look alive
Put some effort into appearing interested or lively
You're a little bit dead inside
You lack emotion or passion
And it shows
It's apparent
In all the little things you do
Even the small details indicate your emotional state
You're falling off the face again
You're losing your grip or control again
'Cause you just had to get the edge on me
You had to try to outdo me
Now I'm a little too old for this
I'm mature enough to recognize your behavior and not engage in it
Get Out, girl you're in my way
Leave my presence and stop hindering me
Did you think I'd fall for the little games you play
Do not underestimate my intelligence or gullibility
No I'm not that kind of man
I am not naive or easily manipulated
So take the upper hand and
Assume control of the situation
Ah ooh, see I don't care for you, you babe
I do not have any affection or interest in you
Ah ooh, you’re such a waste of space, please
You do not serve any useful purpose, kindly leave
You try to make me insecure
You aim to make me doubt myself
And come late with a one-word answer
You intentionally respond after a long delay and with limited information
It's cool, honey I won't fall for it
I am not affected by your attempts to provoke me
Girl I can see right through
I am aware of your strategies and can anticipate your actions
All the moves you try to use on me
The tactics or actions you use to manipulate me
My head, my home, my bed, my clothes
My personal space and belongings
Get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, get out
Leave quickly and completely
My skin, you're in, my way, you know
You are causing me problems or obstacles in my life
Get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, get out, just
Emphasizing the urgency to leave
Writer(s): Andrew States, Bruno Joseph Iii Catrambone, Jonathan Van Dine
Contributed by Isaiah C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Upa
This band are way so underrated, i swear you guys deserve more
Shiver_and_Cold
Bro yall need to blow up and get the recognition yall deserve!
Joodh w.
Cruisr?... Making new music?... OKAY, IM HERE FOR IT!!
CRUISR
check out "Opening Up", which we released a couple months ago! More to come <3
Joodh w.
@CRUISR OH. Heck, how'd i miss it--I just checked it out and I LOVE IT! Can't wait to blast it in the car!!
Jack H
CRUISR so much for that
rafa golez
@CRUISR is there really more to come?
MR. WORLDWIDE
@CRUISR Where are youuuuuuuuuuuuuu
luolavo
Mano, que banda maravilhosa ❤️❤️❤️
Spaghettisama
Another day, another banger. Keep it up you guys!