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)
Moving To Neptune
CRUISR Lyrics
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And laying on the floor
(Who are you kidding?)
You're feeling all the weight
They're making you sore
(Said who are you kidding?)
And you can't just shake it
You can't just fake it
in two
You're living for the gold
And messing with the dirt
(Who are you kidding?)
You're wading through the water
Wading through the hurt
(Said who are you kidding?)
And you can't just shake it
You can't just fake it
You can't just break it in two
So wrap it up
Take it back
We gon' jump it off this track
Could you follow me?
I'll follow you
Everyone is moving to Neptune
Moving to Neptune
You wanna stalk in
You're in too deep
(Who are you kidding?)
We'll throw it to the wolves
And pull it to Celine
(Said who are you kidding?)
And you can't just shake it
You can't just fake it
You can't just break it in two
So wrap it up
Take it back
We gon' jump it off this track
Could you follow me?
I'll follow you
Everyone is moving to Neptune
Moving to Neptune
Who are you kidding Who?
So wrap it up
Take it back
We gon' jump it off this track
Could you follow me?
I'll follow you
Everyone is moving to Neptune
Moving to Neptune
So wrap it up
Take it back
We gon' jump it off this track
Could you follow me?
I'll follow you
Everyone is moving to Neptune
Moving to Neptune
The lyrics to "Moving to Neptune" by CRUISR convey a sense of feeling stuck in a difficult situation and struggling to navigate through it. The opening lines, "Standing on the bed and laying on the floor, you're feeling all the weight they're making you sore," create a vivid image of physical and emotional exhaustion. The repetition of "who are you kidding?" emphasizes the futility of denying or hiding one's true feelings.
The lyrics go on to suggest a feeling of being torn between conflicting desires, of wanting success ("living for the gold") but also feeling overwhelmed by the difficulties and obstacles that come with it ("messing with the dirt," "wading through the hurt"). The repeated refrain of "you can't just shake it, you can't just fake it, you can't just break it in two" reflects a sense of being trapped in this situation with no easy way out.
The chorus introduces the idea of "moving to Neptune" as a metaphor for leaving behind this difficult situation and starting anew. The use of a distant planet as a symbol of escape helps to create a sense of distance from the source of the struggle. The final lines, "Could you follow me? I'll follow you, everyone is moving to Neptune," suggest a sense of solidarity with others who are similarly struggling and seeking a way out.
Overall, "Moving to Neptune" conveys a sense of emotional exhaustion and the desire for escape from difficult circumstances. The repetition of certain phrases emphasizes the feeling of being trapped in these circumstances, while the use of the metaphor of moving to a distant planet provides a sense of hope and possibility for a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
Standing on the bed
You feel like you're up high but you're still stuck in the same place
And laying on the floor
You're feeling defeated and low
(Who are you kidding?)
You can't hide from the truth of your situation
You're feeling all the weight
The pressure of your problems is weighing you down
They're making you sore
Your problems are causing you physical and emotional pain
(Said who are you kidding?)
You can't deceive yourself about how hard life is
And you can't just shake it
It's not easy to just get rid of your problems
You can't just fake it
You can't pretend everything's okay when it's not
And you can't just break it
in two
Your problems are too complex to be solved easily
You're living for the gold
You're chasing after success and happiness
And messing with the dirt
But you're also dealing with the struggles and hardships of life
You're wading through the water
You're struggling to move forward in life
Wading through the hurt
Pain and hardships are hindering your progress
We'll throw it to the wolves
And pull it to Celine
You're willing to sacrifice and take risks to achieve success
You wanna stalk in
You're in too deep
You want to succeed but you're not sure how to make it happen
So wrap it up
Take it back
We gon' jump it off this track
You need to change course in your life to overcome your problems
Could you follow me?
I'll follow you
You need to find someone to support and guide you through your struggles
Everyone is moving to Neptune
Moving to Neptune
Everyone is chasing after their dreams and leaving their problems behind
Who are you kidding Who?
You can't keep denying your problems and must face them head-on
Contributed by Ethan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
J-L
[Verse One]
Standing on the bed
And laying on the floor
(Who are you kidding?)
You're feeling all the weight
They're making you sore
(Said who are you kidding?)
And you can't just shake it
You can't just fake it
And you can't just break it in two
You're living for the gold
And messing with the dirt
(Who are you kidding?)
You're wading through the water
Wading through the hurt
(Said who are you kidding?)
And you can't just shake it
You can't just fake it
You can't just break it in two
[Chorus]
So wrap it up
Take it back
We gon' jump it off this track
Could you follow me?
I'll follow you
Everyone is moving to Ne
ptune
Moving to Neptune
[Verse Two]
You wanna stalk in
You're in too deep
(Who are you kidding?)
We'll throw it to the wolves
And pull it to Celine
(Said Who are you kidding?)
And you can't just shake it
You can't just fake it
You can't just break it in two
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
Who are you kidding [3x]
Who ?
[Chorus (2x)]
So wrap it up
Take it back
We gon' jump it off this track
Could you follow me?
I'll follow you
Everyone is moving to Neptune
Moving to Neptune
soft musings
so much love for this band ❤ they deserve much more recognition like literally!
J-L
[Verse One]
Standing on the bed
And laying on the floor
(Who are you kidding?)
You're feeling all the weight
They're making you sore
(Said who are you kidding?)
And you can't just shake it
You can't just fake it
And you can't just break it in two
You're living for the gold
And messing with the dirt
(Who are you kidding?)
You're wading through the water
Wading through the hurt
(Said who are you kidding?)
And you can't just shake it
You can't just fake it
You can't just break it in two
[Chorus]
So wrap it up
Take it back
We gon' jump it off this track
Could you follow me?
I'll follow you
Everyone is moving to Ne
ptune
Moving to Neptune
[Verse Two]
You wanna stalk in
You're in too deep
(Who are you kidding?)
We'll throw it to the wolves
And pull it to Celine
(Said Who are you kidding?)
And you can't just shake it
You can't just fake it
You can't just break it in two
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
Who are you kidding [3x]
Who ?
[Chorus (2x)]
So wrap it up
Take it back
We gon' jump it off this track
Could you follow me?
I'll follow you
Everyone is moving to Neptune
Moving to Neptune
cm
it was so incredible seeing them open for the1975 at starland ballroom and now seeing them open for pvris at webster hall. so proud of these guys and the music the produce. would love to see them do their own tour sometime soon.
Maggie Plaisted
I had no idea you were releasing these. Such a wonderful surprise! Definitely my new favorite song!
Evi Sengers
we need these songs on spotify!!!
Stephen
Evi Sengers Spotify recommended me this song.
C Piek
yes and on the dutch apple music!!!
Elsa Long
Awh dang :(
Evi Sengers
not on the dutch spotify, unfortunately
Elsa Long
this ones on there ;)