Recording original, high-quality songs is one thing, but the ability to perform them live with passion, energy and a great, unique sound is a completely different beast. Capital Cities have both down to a science. (The Chuckness) They controlled the audience with addictive beats that caused strangers to dance with each other. Everyone sang along throughout the night regardless if they were first-time listeners. (Campus Circle)
In 2008, Ryan Merchant found Sebu Simonian on craigslist in his search for a collaborator. The two formed a composing team, and in 2010, they began producing material for Capital Cities. The band released their debut EP last summer and saw their lead single 'Safe and Sound' climb to #2 on Hype Machine and hit #1 on CMJ's A&R unsigned spin chart.
Capital Cities have played sold-out shows in their hometowns of Los Angeles and San Francisco and embarked on a successful mini tour of the East Coast and Canada last October. In November, after reaching #1 on South American radio, the band flew to Lima, Perú to play in front of 1000 fans. They just headlined the W Hotel New Year's Eve party in San Francisco and are now back in L.A. as 987fm's January Resident Artist. Look for them in Austin, Texas at this year's SXSW.
Lazy Lies
Capital Cities Lyrics
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But you don't wanna change for me
Be so kind to explain what's on your mind
Your the riddle of the century
I'm afraid there was a lion lying in the shade
On a hammock, hanging from my tree
Lazy lies today (lazy lies today)
Tomorrow you might change
But it's lazy lies today (lazy lies today)
Lazy lies today (lazy lies today)
Tomorrow you might change
But it's lazy lies today
Please explain what you think there is to gain
When you treat me like a magazine
Just a picture, I'm a temporary fixture
Like a moment in your make believe
My prediction
Strange as fiction, I'll get over this addiction too
Lazy lies today (lazy lies today)
Lazy lies today (lazy lies today)
Tomorrow you might change
But it's lazy lies today (lazy lies today)
Lazy lies today (lazy lies today)
Tomorrow you might change
But it's lazy lies today
(Lazy lies today, lazy lies today)
(Lazy lies today)
(Lazy lies today, lazy lies today)
(Lazy lies today)
The song "Lazy Lies" by Capital Cities offers a commentary on the problem of lack of commitment in relationships. The lyrics talk about the frustration that arises from wanting to see a change in someone, but not receiving the same effort in return. The writer expresses this frustration in the lines, "Sick and tired, and you wanna see a change, But you don't wanna change for me." The song's chorus, "Lazy lies today, Tomorrow you might change, But it's lazy lies today" emphasizes the idea that we can't keep living in the moment and hope for change in the future.
The lyrics suggest a sense of disillusionment and being stuck in a temporary state. The singer compares himself to a "temporary fixture" and "a moment in your make-believe," implying that he feels unimportant and lacking permanence. The song's tone also has a melancholic feel, with the line "My prediction Strange as fiction, I'll get over this addiction too" hinting at the possibility of addiction or broken trust.
Overall, "Lazy Lies" is a musically catchy but thought-provoking song that deals with the issue of lack of commitment and the consequences it has on a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Sick and tired, and you wanna see a change
You're unhappy and want something to be different
But you don't wanna change for me
But you aren't willing to change yourself for me
Be so kind to explain what's on your mind
Please tell me what you're thinking
Your the riddle of the century
You are very mysterious and difficult to figure out
I'm afraid there was a lion lying in the shade
I'm afraid there was a dangerous situation I didn't notice
On a hammock, hanging from my tree
And it was right under my nose
Please explain what you think there is to gain
Please tell me what you hope to accomplish
When you treat me like a magazine
When you treat me like a disposable object
Just a picture, I'm a temporary fixture
Just a momentary part of your life
Like a moment in your make believe
Like a fleeting fantasy in your mind
My prediction
But I predict
Strange as fiction, I'll get over this addiction too
That even though it seems unlikely, I will overcome my attachment to you
Lazy lies today (lazy lies today)
You're being dishonest and avoiding responsibility
Tomorrow you might change
You may change your behavior in the future
But it's lazy lies today (lazy lies today)
But right now, you are still being dishonest and evasive
Lazy lies today (lazy lies today)
You're being dishonest and avoiding responsibility
Tomorrow you might change
You may change your behavior in the future
But it's lazy lies today
But right now, you are still being dishonest and evasive
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RYAN MERCHANT, SEBU SIMONIAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Novius8
For 2 years in college, this song was my morning alarm that played every Friday.
@perfumesdopedro
This was one of the songs of my life back in the day. It is extremely beautiful. A beauty that hurts...
@clyde4062
This is just a masterpiece sooo sooo underrated
@br2877
The riddle of the century is why is this so underrated?
@musicluver3031
Please make music FOREVER <3
@simplylogan93
The sound at the start always reminds me of a sprinkler on a hot summer's day. So this is definitely a summer anthem ☀😎
@samtarrence4649
This is epic. I played it for my second grade class and they loved it. Super cool stuff guys. Very awesome.
@Nyuhxo
In love with capital cities <3
@jethsweetnam
I just dont know which song i love the most, all so amazing !!!
@jessicagoforth7666
+Jether Sweetnam ikr !!!!