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)
Wild Babe
CRUISR Lyrics
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I'll come by you
When can I hold you tonight?
I'm fallin' for,
Fallin over
And you were doing just fine
You make me face, make me chase
Skip my heart to race
‘Cause I'm a sheep, I'm a creep, and I'm losing sleep
No, I don't know what's right for you, baby
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
Wild babe, I just wanna be
Let it eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
You've had enough,
Just not into
All the duds that you find
Won't give it up,
All you've been through,
Won't settle down for some guy
Not here to shame or to blame,
I don't want to tame you
I just want to be inside
We can go out, we can shout
And forget about it
I don't know what's right for you baby
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
Wild babe, I just wanna be
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Take the bait, I've been waiting for you
Teeth sinking in
Give me the look when I hook you, honey
We can give it in
Take the bait, I've been waiting for you
Teeth sinking in
Give me the look when I hook you, honey
We can give it in
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
Wild babe, I just wanna be
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
The lyrics to CRUISR’s song Wild Babe depicts a strong desire to be with someone, despite the risks and fears that come with it. The singer of the song is willing to surrender himself entirely to this "wild babe" and is even excited about the prospect of it. The lyrics "I just want to be your prey" highlights the singer's willingness to be vulnerable to the object of his desire. The lyrics "I don't know what's right for you, baby" brings out the uncertainty and confusion in the singer's mind, who doesn't seem to completely understand the object of his desire.
The song also highlights the object's independence and strength, with lyrics like "Not here to shame or to blame, I don't want to tame you," portraying the object as someone who is determined to live life on her own terms, without being bound by societal constructs. The chorus, with the repetition of "Let her eat me up tonight" emphasizes how willing the singer is to surrender himself to this "wild babe" he desires.
Overall, the song highlights the themes of desire, vulnerability, uncertainty, and independence. The lyrics are catchy, and the melody is upbeat, making it an enjoyable listen.
Line by Line Meaning
You need a love?
Do you need someone to love?
I'll come by you
I will come to you
When can I hold you tonight?
Can I hold you tonight and if so, what time?
I'm fallin' for,
I am falling in love with you
Fallin over
Falling deeply and completely
And you were doing just fine
You were doing well without me
You make me face, make me chase
You make me be honest and pursue you
Skip my heart to race
You make my heart beat faster
I digged you and then you ditched me cold
I liked you a lot and then you rejected me
‘Cause I'm a sheep, I'm a creep, and I'm losing sleep
I am unconfident, awkward, and can't sleep because of my feelings for you
No, I don't know what's right for you, baby
I don't know what you want or need, babe
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
I want you to chase and catch me like a wild animal
Let it eat me up tonight
Let yourself consume me tonight
You've had enough,
You have had your fill
Just not into
Just not interested in
All the duds that you find
All the bad romantic choices you have made
Won't give it up,
Won't give up on finding love
All you've been through,
All the romantic struggles you have faced
Won't settle down for some guy
Won't get into a serious relationship with just any guy
Not here to shame or to blame,
I am not trying to judge or criticize you
I don't want to tame you
I don't want to change you
We can go out, we can shout
We can go out and have fun and be loud
And forget about it
And forget about all the problems we may have
Take the bait, I've been waiting for you
I have been waiting for you to show interest
Teeth sinking in
Falling deeply and completely
Give me the look when I hook you, honey
Give me the look that shows you want to be with me, honey
We can give it in
We can give in to our desires for each other
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
I want to be the one you chase and catch like a wild animal
Let her eat me up tonight
Let yourself consume me tonight
Contributed by Christian E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Vic Smith
Lyrics:
You need a love?
I'll come by you
When can I hold you tonight?
I'm fallin' for,
Fallin over
And you were doing just fine
You make me face, make me chase
Skip my heart to race
I digged you and then you ditched me cold
‘Cause I'm a sheep, I'm a creep, and I'm losing sleep
No, I don't know what's right for you, baby
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
Wild babe, I just wanna be
Let it eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
You've had enough,
Just not into
All the duds that you find
Won't give it up,
All you've been through,
Won't settle down for some guy
Not here to shame or to blame,
I don't want to tame you
I just want to be inside
We can go out, we can shout
And forget about it
I don't know what's right for you baby
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
Wild babe, I just wanna be
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Take the bait, I've been waiting for you
Teeth sinking in
Give me the look when I hook you, honey
We can give it in
Take the bait, I've been waiting for you
Teeth sinking in
Give me the look when I hook you, honey
We can give it in
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
Wild babe, I just wanna be
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Maggie Plaisted
how don't you guys have billions of views? absolutely amazing work!
Vic Smith
Lyrics:
You need a love?
I'll come by you
When can I hold you tonight?
I'm fallin' for,
Fallin over
And you were doing just fine
You make me face, make me chase
Skip my heart to race
I digged you and then you ditched me cold
‘Cause I'm a sheep, I'm a creep, and I'm losing sleep
No, I don't know what's right for you, baby
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
Wild babe, I just wanna be
Let it eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
You've had enough,
Just not into
All the duds that you find
Won't give it up,
All you've been through,
Won't settle down for some guy
Not here to shame or to blame,
I don't want to tame you
I just want to be inside
We can go out, we can shout
And forget about it
I don't know what's right for you baby
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
Wild babe, I just wanna be
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Take the bait, I've been waiting for you
Teeth sinking in
Give me the look when I hook you, honey
We can give it in
Take the bait, I've been waiting for you
Teeth sinking in
Give me the look when I hook you, honey
We can give it in
Wild babe, I just wanna be your prey
Wild babe, I just wanna be
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
Yeah, yeah,
Let her eat me up tonight
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Taylor Mine
How little views they have breaks my heart. 💔 they are amazing. Hope they soon get the love they deserve.
Thomas Dracup
My favorite song right now. Energizing and full of good vibes. Thanks guys!
Brooklyn Ranta
The music you guys make, makes me so happy and I just want to thank you so much:) keep doing what you're doing!
Kim
discovered them recently and I am in love
mike morris
Kimberly B last week for me !!! thank you ajr for the suggested songs !!!
Mai El-Refa'ey
It's so amazing that this goodness those guys create is so resonating that it reaches far out to where I am, in Egypt, Africa.
Jenny Zetterstrom
You guys never disappoint. Please don't change!!! I love you guys so much