In 2008, iTunes named Chase one of the best new singer/songwriters of the year. Since then, he has continuously been on the iTunes top 100 singer/songwriter chart alongside classic artists such as Bob Dylan, Simon & Garfunkel and Nick Drake and great new artists such as William Fitzsimmons, The Weepies and Brett Dennen. Recently, Chase’s song “If the Moon Fell Down Tonight” was featured on an iTunes Essentials Rising Stars compilation.
To date, he has released one full-length CD (Look How Far We’ve Come) and three EPs (Dear Juliet, Goodbyes and Autumn Skies and December), selling more downloads than many of his contemporaries.
This year Chase is recording his first studio album for Universal Republic with a cinematic acoustic and string production that will further distinguish Chase and bring more attention to his music. In addition, Chase has toured extensively this year for the first time bringing his music live to the large fan base he has developed across the U.S. and the world.
Discography
Dear Juliet – EP (November 2007)
Goodbyes and Autumn Skies (May 2008)
Look How Far We’ve Come (November 2008)
Jeanette – Single (December 2008)
Summer’s Song – Single (February 2009)
December – EP (April 2009)
The Christmas Song – Single (December 2009)
Wind In My Sails
Chase Coy Lyrics
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If life is a play what's my part?
Am I just meant to be a boy lost out at sea?
Cause I'm so much more
Chorus:
So I'm setting sail for a new shore tonight
One that I've seen before tonight
And I'm alright, Yeah I'm just fine
Lately I've been thinking long
I have I been doing this all wrong?
Am i just meant to stay who I was yesterday?
Cause I'm so much more
Chorus:
So I'm setting sail for a new shore tonight
One that I've never seen before tonight
It's easy to tell there is wind in my sail
And I'm alright, yeah I'm just find.
Wait for sunset
I will fake my
I'll be back when I mistake come
So don't wave goodbye
No don't say goodbye to me
Just stay away from the seaside
Keeping your eyes on the distant horizon
Knowing that I'll be home soon
So I'm setting sail for a new shore tonight
One that I've never seen before tonight
It's easy to tell there is wind in my sail
And I'm alright, yeah I'm just fine.
In Chase Coy's song "Wind In My Sails," the lyrics contemplate the concept of self-discovery and the struggle to find one's place in life. The opening lyrics pose the question, "If life is a play what's my part?" suggesting a search for purpose and identity. The metaphor of being a "boy lost out at sea" then is used to imply the feeling of being directionless and adrift in the world. However, the realization that he is "so much more" than this limited view of himself inspires the singer to forge ahead, "setting sail for a new shore."
The chorus then repeats the idea of setting sail, but the singer now has a sense of direction and confidence that comes from exploring uncharted territory. This newfound courage is reflected in the refrain "And I'm alright, yeah I'm just fine." The second verse similarly explores the idea of growth and evolution, questioning whether the singer is meant to settle into a static existence or embrace the endless possibilities of the future.
The bridge of the song introduces the concept of faking a return to the familiar, as though to reassure those who may not understand the need for personal exploration. However, the repetition of the idea of staying away from the seaside suggests that the singer is resolute in their journey of self-discovery.
All in all, "Wind In My Sails" is a reflective and encouraging song that celebrates the courage to pursue growth, change, and a sense of purpose in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately I've been thinking hard
I have been seriously contemplating life and my place in it.
If life is a play what's my part?
I'm questioning my purpose in life and how I fit into the grand scheme of things.
Am I just meant to be a boy lost out at sea?
Is my destiny to be aimlessly wandering in life without any direction or purpose?
Cause I'm so much more
I have potential and value beyond what others may see or expect from me.
So I'm setting sail for a new shore tonight
I'm taking action and embarking on a new journey towards something better and unknown.
One that I've seen before tonight
I may have had glimpses or ideas of this new path, but tonight I am committing to it.
It's easy to tell there is wind in my sail
I feel empowered and optimistic about this new journey, as if the universe is pushing me towards it.
And I'm alright, Yeah I'm just fine
I am confident and at peace with my decision to move forward and leave the past behind.
Lately I've been thinking long
I have been reflecting deeply and for a significant amount of time.
I have I been doing this all wrong?
I'm questioning whether my actions and decisions thus far have been leading me towards my true potential or away from it.
Am i just meant to stay who I was yesterday?
I am wondering if I am meant to stagnate and remain in my current state or if I am capable of growth and change.
Wait for sunset
I am anticipating a significant transition that will come at the end of the day.
I will fake my
I will feign my current self or situation to make a change.
I'll be back when I mistake come
I will return only when I have learned and grown from my mistakes.
So don't wave goodbye
Do not see this as a permanent goodbye, but as a temporary farewell to an old part of myself.
No don't say goodbye to me
I need to leave behind my old self and ways to grow and become who I am meant to be.
Just stay away from the seaside
Stay away from the parts of me that are stagnant and unchanging, so I can move forward without holding onto them.
Keeping your eyes on the distant horizon
Stay focused on the future and what lies ahead, rather than getting lost in the past.
Knowing that I'll be home soon
Trust that I will return to myself, but as a wiser and better version.
One that I've never seen before tonight
The new journey I am embarking on is completely unknown to me.
Contributed by Ian N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.