The band's debut album,Young Chasers, was released on March 30, 2015 on the Virgin EMI label and was produced by Dan Grech. Harriet Gibsone in the Guardian described the album as having "traces of We Are Scientists, the Kooks, the Libertines and Razorlight". It features the title track from their 2014 Young Chasers EP, as well as the singles "T-Shirt Weather" and "Fossils".
The band's second album, Different Creatures, was released on March 10, 2017, on the Virgin EMI label and was produced by Alan Moulder and Kieran Shudall. After releasing three different singles ("Wake Up", "Fire That Burns" and "Stuck"), the band came up with a deeper and more mature composition that keeps the first album's energy adding more meaningful lyrics and unusual instruments like violins and cellos.
On 5 April 2019 the band released their third studio album titled, What's It Like Over There?, to critical success. It was supported by the singles, "Times Won't Change Me", "Movies", and "The Way We Say Goodbye". The album earned critical acclaim for its mix of indie and pop rock, as well as the experimentation by the band. It peaked at Number 10 on the UK Albums Chart.
On 19 November 2019 the band released the single "Jacqueline" via BBC Radio 1. The single was accompanied by the announcement of their fourth studio album Sad Happy. The album was released in two parts, with the 'Happy' side released in January 2020 and the 'Sad' side followed in March 2020. According to the band, the double album concept "represents two sides of this tech-saturated, highly insecure age".
Electric City
Circa Waves Lyrics
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I'm so enveloped in my dreams
Watching tutorials all alone
My head's in space but I'm at home
And every now and then
The fear comes
We're living a sin
In this electric city
We're always plugged in
And in, and in
And we sing
Ooh, we're all trying to love
In this electric city
Hey, hey
So controversial on a Monday
But no one remembers by the time it's Sunday
Another news feed full of fear
We're all alone, wish you were here
And every now and then
The fear comes
In this electric city
We're living a sin
In this electric city
We're always plugged in
And in, and in
And we sing
Ooh, we're all trying to love
In this electric city
Hey, hey
Ooh, we're all trying to love
Ooh, we're all trying to love
In this electric city
We're living a sin
In this electric city
We're always plugged in
And in, and in, and in
The lyrics to Circa Waves' song "Electric City" touch upon themes of technology, isolation, and the constant influx of information in our modern society. The singer describes being captivated by a screen, engrossed in their dreams and watching tutorials in solitude. While physically at home, their mind is elsewhere, immersed in a digital realm.
The lyrics depict a sense of detachment from reality and a longing for a deeper connection. The mention of fear suggests that despite being surrounded by constant stimulation and connectivity, there is an undercurrent of anxiety and unease. The idea of living a sin in the electric city could be interpreted as a commentary on how our reliance on technology and social media can lead to a disconnect from genuine human experiences and relationships.
The repetition of the phrase "we're always plugged in" emphasizes the pervasive nature of technology in our lives and how it can consume our attention and energy. The mention of the news feed full of fear and the desire for human connection further highlight the potential negative effects of living in an electric city.
Overall, "Electric City" explores the paradox of living in a hyperconnected world and the longing for authentic human connection amidst the overwhelming influence of technology.
Line by Line Meaning
I think I'm hypnotized by a screen
I feel captivated and fixated on a screen, unable to break free from its influence.
I'm so enveloped in my dreams
I am fully immersed in my fantasies and aspirations.
Watching tutorials all alone
I am spending my time isolated, absorbing instructional videos.
My head's in space but I'm at home
Although I am physically present at home, my thoughts and focus are elsewhere.
And every now and then
The fear comes
Occasionally, I am confronted with feelings of anxiety and apprehension.
In this electric city
We're living a sin
Within this modern and technology-driven society, our way of life is considered immoral or perceived as a wrongdoing.
In this electric city
We're always plugged in
In this fast-paced urban environment, we are constantly connected and engaged with electronic devices.
And in, and in
And we sing
Continuously, without pause, we participate and express ourselves through song.
Ooh, we're all trying to love
We are all striving to experience and express love, despite the challenges within this city.
So controversial on a Monday
But no one remembers by the time it's Sunday
Events or discussions that generate controversy at the beginning of the week are forgotten or overlooked by the weekend.
Another news feed full of fear
Once again, my news feed is filled with alarming and unsettling information.
We're all alone, wish you were here
Feeling isolated and longing for companionship.
Ooh, we're all trying to love
Again, we are all endeavoring to experience and express love.
In this electric city
We're living a sin
Reiterating that within this technology-centric city, our way of life is seen as morally wrong.
In this electric city
We're always plugged in
Reinforcing the idea that we are constantly connected and engaged with electronic devices in this vibrant city.
And in, and in, and in
Continuously, ceaselessly, without interruption.
Lyrics © SENTRIC MUSIC
Written by: Kieran Shudall
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Diana M
Love that song and the outfits! You rock Brit! x2! ❤
Nikachu ;-;
Needed this ❣️ Love it
Claymite27
Perfect song
Agassi Thingbaijam
🌻🌈
antonio jarque
Sublimes
Carola Luiskandl
Cool
Loveable Idiot
Damn rights 😊