Co-produced by Thom Monahan (Devendra Banhart, Pernice Brothers, Beachwood Sparks), the self-released Meet Yr Acres spent much of 2001 innocently making its way around the globe while garnering a goldmine of critical accolades and regular comparisons to Beck, Bob Pollard, George Harrison, and Bob Dylan. All of this unexpected critical attention culminated in a spot on Magnet Magazine's "Top 10 Hidden Treasures" list.
Urged to leave the bedroom and share his music with a live audience, Halperin (aka Shai, Son of Eli) recruited Dave Wayne Daniels, Jeff Van Newkirk and Sir Kyle Lloyd on bass, guitar and drums, respectively. Immediately, The Capitol Years sought to do away with the 'one-man band' aesthetic of Meet Yr Acres and began concentrating on new material. With collective backgrounds in noise-rock as well as Beatle-esque pop, this full-band incarnation of The Capitol Years immediately generated a buzz in Philadelphia's growing music scene. Word quickly spread about this maniacal live band whose songcraft suggested Guided By Voices as much as their performances recalled The Who.
Ready to take their show to the national level, The Capitol Years set out on a series of U.S. tours, sharing the stage with bands as diverse as The Brian Jonestown Massacre, Rooney, The Kills, Lilys, Daniel Johnston, Crooked Fingers, and Beachwood Sparks. Tours of the UK, Spain, and Israel followed, allowing the band to spread the buzz overseas.
In the midst of this frenzied touring, The Capitol Years sought to capture their live energy on tape and returned to the studio. They once again commissioned Monahan as well as Philadelphia's Brian McTear (Mazarin, A-Sides) to record their first full-band release: the 6 track EP, Jewelry Store. And while Jewelry Store documented The Capitol Years' garage rock tendencies, it also helped to set them apart from the crowd as it featured the goose-bump-inducing harmonies and melodies that typify The Capitol Years' sound. Sonically, the band had moved several worlds away from the subtle and sometimes lush Meet Yr Acres. But the critical praise continued…
In 2003, at the height of a national garage rock craze, The Capitol Years released their 'long lost' album, Pussyfootin. Originally recorded in 2001, it was another homemade and self-produced gem from their one-man band past. The album was as far removed from garage rock as one could travel with an acoustic guitar and a harmonica, and its lush and country-tinged sound helped solidify the respect of local scribes. At year's end, and with their popularity rising, The Capitol Years were named Philadelphia Magazine's "Best Band of 2003."
Continued touring and television appearances, as well as a handpicked opening slot for The Pixies' first show in 12 years, have helped generate a significant buzz for one of Philadelphia's best bands.
In 2004 the band began recording its first true full-length and full-band album. Renting a house in the small town of Northampton, MA for two weeks, The Capitol Years and Thom Monahan created Let Them Drink. Byrds-like harmonies, Stooges riffs, and even ethereal Coldplay atmospherics coexist on Let Them Drink, a record that enjoyed success overseas as well as on American tv and radio.
A year later The Capitol Years began work on the forthcoming Dance Away the Terror, the most realized collection of songs and sounds the band has ever recorded. The self produced album marks a return to the Capitol Years own production style, featuring lush harmonies, interweaving piano and guitar hooks, and a homemade feel connected with so many listeners early in the band's career. The end result is certain to stand the test of tastes and time. Dance Away the Terror is set for release in 2006 on Park The Van Records.
Lucky
Capitol Years Lyrics
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The lyrics to Capitol Years' song Lucky play on the theme of luck and how it can be interpreted in different ways. The singer seems to be reflective of their life, considering themselves lucky in various scenarios. They mention being lucky when the sun comes up, and being lucky in the middle of the night, indicating that they are grateful for things regardless of the time of day. They also mention being lucky to be last in line, which could be interpreted as them being content with their place in the world, not striving to always be first. The line "lucky not to look so good" suggests that they are lucky to not have physical beauty as a burden or expectation.
The lyrics take an interesting turn when the singer says they are lucky to be at the bottom of a lake, to be a piece of wood, and even a stolen riff. These unconventional interpretations of luck suggest that the singer doesn't necessarily conform to societal norms or expectations, but rather has found value in things that may not traditionally be considered lucky. The line about being lucky like a bathroom toilet is particularly intriguing, perhaps suggesting that the singer has a sense of humor and can find luck in even the most mundane and overlooked things.
As the song comes to a close, the lyrics become more introspective. The singer mentions being lucky they never have to pray and being lucky to find release, possibly indicating a belief in personal freedom or a lack of religious adherence. They ultimately conclude that they are too lucky to be loved, but still fortunate to simply be loved. Overall, the song Lucky presents a unique perspective on the concept of luck and how it can manifest in different aspects of life.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm lucky when the sun comes up
I feel fortunate when I wake up in the morning and have a new day ahead of me
I'm lucky in the middle of the night
I feel lucky to be able to rest and sleep peacefully in the middle of the night
I'm lucky that I'm last in line
I am grateful to not be the first one to face challenges or obstacles
I'm lucky I can waste your time
I am fortunate that I can spend time without worrying about its value or purpose
I'm lucky not to look so good
I am fortunate to not be judged or valued based on my physical appearance
I'm lucky like a birthday cake
I feel as lucky as someone who has a delicious cake on their birthday
I'm lucky like a piece of wood
I am as lucky as an inanimate object, which is not subjected to the ups and downs of life
I'm lucky at the bottom of the lake
Even in the darkest, most difficult situations, I feel lucky to have something going for me
I'm lucky
I believe that I have good luck in my life
Too lucky
I feel like I have more good luck than I deserve
To be loved
This is the thing that I feel least lucky about, because I question whether I truly deserve love
I'm lucky like a stolen riff
I feel like I have the same kind of good fortune as someone who steals something valuable and gets away with it
I'm lucky like a scratch and sniff
I feel as fortunate as someone who finds a scratch-and-sniff sticker that still smells good
I'm lucky like a bathroom toilet
I feel as lucky as someone who has a functioning bathroom toilet and doesn't have to worry about sanitation problems
I'm lucky like water when you boil it
I feel like my good luck is just a natural occurrence, like water that boils when you put it on the stove
I'm lucky with my golden throat
I feel fortunate to have a good voice that allows me to sing and express myself musically
I'm lucky like a shooting star
I feel as lucky as someone who witnesses a rare and beautiful shooting star in the night sky
I'm lucky I can love the world
I feel fortunate to be able to appreciate and cherish the beauty and goodness in the world around me
I'm lucky I can watch the war
I am grateful that I can observe the events of the world without having to directly participate in them or be affected by them
Oh no
This is a sudden shift in tone and mood, indicating that something negative or unexpected has occurred
I'm lucky at the end of the world
Even in the face of an apocalypse or world-ending event, I somehow feel lucky or blessed
I'm lucky that I never have to pray
I feel fortunate that I don't have to rely on prayer or religion to find meaning or purpose in my life
I'm lucky I can die in peace
I am grateful that I can face the inevitability of death without fear or regret
I'm lucky I can find release
I feel lucky that I can find a way to let go of my worries, fears, or burdens and feel at peace with my life
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN ALLEN, MARK BEAUCHEMIN, MARK J BEAUCHEMIN, MITCHELL SCHERR, MITCHELL ALLAN SCHERR
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