1 - Colle… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 2 artists with the name College
1 - College is the new cosmopolitan nu-disco outfit of David Grellier. His album features works with Minitel Rose, Electric Youth, and Anoraak and he is also founder of the record label Valerie. College, in Grellier's words, was an attempt "to synthesize into my music the emotions of my childhood" and was greatly influenced by American 1980s pop-culture, "80's soaps and an aesthetic which I particularly like: color, images, silvery films and the sun – images of Los Angeles, Chicago and all of the other cities that [...] continue to fascinate me."
In 2008, College released the album Secret Diary, alongside the EP Teenage Color.
In 2011, the collective released a second album Northern Council. The same year, College's song "A Real Hero" was used in the soundtrack of the film Drive becoming a charting hit in France reaching #26.
In an interview to magazine Tsugi, David Grellier said he was influenced by "nostalgic music", by the band Daft Punk, and artists like Alan Braxe, Fred Falke, Lifelike, Jacques Lu Cont (Stuart Price), Nicolas Makelberge, DJ Falcon, John Carpenter and others.
2 - College was an alternative/indie/punk band from Pindamonhangaba, São Paulo, Brazil (1999 - 2005).
Save The Day
College Lyrics
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Too bad I never learned
Quite how to swim
And yet I knew that I could fly
I tear my heart for the innocent
Bring on the heat
(Hurry, hurry, hurry, hurry, hurry!)
Pick up your feet
Oh, keep trusting me
(Hurry, hurry, hurry, hurry, hurry!)
I got you
Don't be afraid, I'll save the day
Don't be afraid, I'll save the day
Don't be afraid, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
There's a part of me I hide
Because I never want
The world to know
So call me crazy all you like
I still come running
Every time you fall
Bring on the heat
Pick up your feet
Oh, keep trusting me
I got you
I got you
I got you
Don't be afraid, I'll save the day
Don't be afraid, I'll save the day
Don't be afraid, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
Don't be afraid, I'll save the day
Don't be afraid, I'll save the day
Don't be afraid, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
Uh-uh-uh-oh
Hurry up, hurry up
Uh-uh-uh-oh
Hurry up, I got it
Uh-uh-uh-oh
Uh-uh-uh-oh
Ooh, ooh
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
In the song "Save the Day" by College, the singer talks about a part of themselves that they hide from the world. They also mention feeling like there is an ocean in their head, suggesting that they have a lot of thoughts and emotions swirling around inside of them that they don't know how to navigate. Despite this, they say that they "knew that [they] could fly," indicating that they still have some sense of confidence and optimism.
The chorus of the song is a repeated reassurance to someone who is struggling: "Don't be afraid, I'll save the day." The singer is offering to help this person through their problems and be a source of support. They encourage this person to keep trusting them, and they promise to be there every time they fall.
Line by Line Meaning
There's an ocean in my head
I have a lot of thoughts and emotions swirling around in my mind
Too bad I never learned
Unfortunately, I never had the opportunity or ability to learn
Quite how to swim
Specifically, I never learned how to navigate or manage my emotions
And yet I knew that I could fly
Despite not having all the answers, I still believed in myself and my potential
I tear my heart for the innocent
I feel deeply for those who are innocent or vulnerable
Bring on the heat
I am ready and willing to face challenges or difficult situations
(Hurry, hurry, hurry, hurry, hurry!)
I am urging myself or others to move quickly, with a sense of urgency
Pick up your feet
I am encouraging myself or others to keep moving forward, without hesitation
Oh, keep trusting me
I want others to have faith in me and my abilities
I got you
I am reassuring others that they can rely on me, that I have their back
Don't be afraid, I'll save the day
I am telling others not to worry, because I will take care of everything and make things right
There's a part of me I hide
There are things about myself and my experiences that I keep hidden from others
Because I never want
This is because I have a fear of
The world to know
Others finding out about these things could have negative consequences, so I keep them secret
So call me crazy all you like
Even if others judge or criticize me, I will still do what I think is right
I still come running
Regardless of my fears and reservations, I will still be there for those who need me
Uh-uh-uh-oh
This is just a vocalization, with no specific meaning
Hurry up, hurry up
Repeating this phrase adds to the sense of urgency and action in the song
I got it
I am capable of handling whatever comes my way and solving problems
Ooh, ooh
This is another vocalization, with no specific meaning
I'll save the day, I'll save the day
This is a repeated affirmation that I will be the one to lead others to a successful outcome, no matter what challenges arise
Contributed by Reagan T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Justin Rivera
Nola Wren is a total stylistic match to this song. Great vocals
Ashley
This song is truly beautiful, I have this on repeat. College never stop making music! Your music is smoothing for the mind and soul and its so relaxing. I love you and your music
Bruno Spencer
As usual, College comes with a mindblowing track <3
Justin Boriqua
Killer track! Excellent song, beautiful voice.
Spilota
College toujours au top ! Superbe chanson qui nous rappelle un peu les années 90.A écouter en boucle toute la journée.Je ne m'en lasse pas.La voix de Nola est incroyable (meilleur mot ;) ?) !Le tout est super bien arrangé !
I AM BOBBIETUFF!
Still an absolute banger 8 years on.
TheyLiveGlasses
Everything about this is just exquisite.
filterdecay
Its amazing how unique AND minimal college's style is. Very sublime and always kept interesting. Waiting for amazon release though.
tipoc
Wonderful song!
Pierre-Alexandre Royer
C'est magnifique !