After Caitlin Crosby was featured in advertising campaign for Levi's jeans, she began to focus increasingly on music. Producers Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds, Ty Stevens, and Track & Field worked with the budding songwriter, whose mix of soul, folk, and pop/rock was also shaped by co-writers like Brian Wilson, William Fitzsimmons, Curtis Peoples, Plain White T's, and Josh Hoge. Although she continued to appear in films (including the Danny DeVito movie No Place Like Home, for which she played the lead role), Crosby's voice and songcraft earned her a record deal, and she worked alongside producer Marshall Altman on her 2009 debut.
Michael G. Nastos & Andrew Leahey, All Music Guide
Today
Caitlin Crosby Lyrics
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Taking every boy and girl
Nothings wrong and nothings right
Stand in the way, put up a fight
See the war and look around
Who'll pick these people off the ground?
I feel so hopeless every day
Delegate the system to a man
Tape your mouth and with us, everyone stand
Today Today
What's going on, what's going on?
Don't look away
Today Today
What's going on, what's going on?
I need to say
Turn the news on every hour
don't care about the weather showers
Take it in, brush it off
Come inside, make it stop
Climb the ladder, make a living
what's the point of the giving
What can just one person do
If I gave all that I had for you?
Fast forward to see what this is for
Somethings better for us, there's got to be more [more]
Today Today
What's going on, what's going on?
Don't look away
Today Today
What's going on, what's going on?
I need to say [oh oh, oh oh, oh oh]
What will it take for us to awake
What will it take?
What will it take for us to awake
What will it take?
What will it take for us to awake
What will it take?
Today Today
What's going on, what's going on?
Don't look away
Today Today [I don't know what to do]
What's going on, what's going on? [Because I'm lost without you]
I need to say [I don't know what this world is coming to]
I need you to show us
Don't walk away
The main theme of the song "Today" by Caitlin Crosby is about being present and aware of the things that are going on in the world, even if the news is heartbreaking or difficult to digest. Throughout the lyrics, the artist encourages listeners to take a look around and see the world, to acknowledge and question the problems that are present, and stand up against injustices. The verses touch on topics such as war, helplessness, the importance of giving, and the need to wake up and take action.
The chorus of the song is a call to attention, urging people not to turn away from the uncomfortable realities of the world. Crosby encourages people to speak up about what they see and take a stand, even if they do not know what to do or how to help. The artist wants the listener to participate in society and help to make a positive difference in the world. "Today" is a song that encourages people to take responsibility for what is happening around them and to understand that change starts with individual actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Look around and see the world
Observe your surroundings and take notice of the world we live in
Taking every boy and girl
Affecting every person, regardless of age or gender
Nothings wrong and nothings right
The state of the world can seem lost, without clear direction or purpose
Stand in the way, put up a fight
Challenge the negative influences and work to make positive changes
See the war and look around
Acknowledge the ongoing battle and turmoil present in society
Who'll pick these people off the ground?
Wondering who will come to aid and support the individuals affected by conflict
I feel so hopeless every day
Experiencing a sense of despair or bleakness with the state of the world
Does it help when I pray?
Questioning the efficacy of personal practices in making a positive impact on the world
Delegate the system to a man
Handing over control to an individual or figure who can make positive changes
Tape your mouth and with us, everyone stand
Coming together as a united front to support positive actions
Turn the news on every hour
Keeping oneself informed of the events and situations happening in the world
don't care about the weather showers
Disregarding trivial matters when there are more important things happening around us
Take it in, brush it off
Absorbing the news, but not becoming desensitized or indifferent to the impact it has
Come inside, make it stop
Seeking refuge and safety from the negative events, and working towards making changes to prevent them from happening again
Climb the ladder, make a living
Pursuing personal success and financial stability
what's the point of the giving
Questioning the value of charitable and selfless actions when the world is still facing so many issues
What can just one person do
Acknowledging the difficulty of making impactful changes alone
If I gave all that I had for you?
Wondering if personal sacrifices would be enough to make a positive difference
Fast forward to see what this is for
Projecting into the future to see what the end result of current actions will be
Somethings better for us, there's got to be more [more]
Believing that there is more to life than just the issues and turmoil present in the world
I need you to show us
Asking for guidance and a clear direction towards a better future
Don't walk away
Encouraging individuals to stand firm and not give up in the face of difficulties
What will it take for us to awake
Questioning what needs to change in order for individuals to take notice of the issues in the world and take action
Contributed by Lila B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Khalid Safir
I listen to her talk and so many other talks like hers and I think we're going to go through another "hippi" age - but this time without the drugs. People are essentially good be we get lost. We're beginning to get over our stupidity of living for things rather than for each other. Love is the secret. Love opens our minds. Hate blinds us. LOVE FOR ALL, HATRED FOR NONE.
Anna C. Grajales
She's so inspiring! So glad her story made it to TED!
Vuk Stevovic
Thank you guys on everything you do! You gave me hope to live and you give it to me always when I need it. This inspires me more than fake Hollywood stars that waste millions of dollars for nothing. You are my light of hope, thank you for everything. You gave me a hand of love and hope when I was in a terrible situation and you give me still. God bless you for everything you do, and you Caitlin. Greetings from Europe ❤
XICA
Not gonna deny it, a tear ran down my cheek. Thank you, that was funny and sweet. This definitely touched my heart!
statuess13
Love her authenticity! Keep shining your light sister🙏🏼☝
N J
Dude, one of the better Ted talks out there! So on point. Bravo! <3
Jayli Wolf
Such an inspiration! Great talk & beautiful song. <3
Hali B
Caitlin Crosby is an inspiration to all those people who say there's no hope, and you can't do anything to make a difference. YES YOU CAN! She lives her life in a way that changes other people's lives. Kudos to you, Caitlin!
Collin Hayden
Awesome work and great story Caitlin!
annie j
You go girl!! Love everything about this!