In 2016, the band released their debut album, entitled This Is Our Vice. Two singles have been released from the album - "I Can't Save You" and "Come On Mess Me Up."
City Of Angels
Cub Sport Lyrics
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Baby, we're a dream ridin' through waves of emotion
Baby, you're a diamond, baby, you're the sun
Baby, don't forget me when you're known by everyone
I took a break from the drunken and the drugging
I did it for my mental
Now I'm looking back, I'm coming down all sentimental
Baby, let's stay like this
Like this
Baby, let's stay like this
Like this
We grew up in the City of Angels
We didn't know, but we're surrounded by angels
And that's the beauty of time, we learn to heal and unwind
You learn to run from the pain, we even started again
We even started again
I love making you coffee, love when we talk about nothing
But it really means something, everything means something with you
Even the darkest shades of blue
Oh whoa
Do you reveal
Baby, let's stay like this
Like this
Baby, let's stay like this
Like this
Baby, let's stay like this (even the darkest shades of blue)
Like this
Baby, let's stay like this (oh whoa, do you reveal)
Like this
Baby, let's stay like this
(Let's stay like this)
Like this
Baby, let's stay like this
(Let's stay like this)
Like this
Baby, let's stay like this
(Forever, ever, ever, ever, ever, oh)
Like this
Baby, let's stay like this
Like this
Baby, let's stay like this
(Forever, ever, ever, ever, ever, oh)
Like this
Baby, let's stay like this
Like this
In "City of Angels," Cub Sport explores the idea of growth and change over time, and how difficult it can be to let go of the past. The song begins with a metaphor of a stream running into the ocean, symbolizing the fragile and transient nature of human connection. This reflection on the nature of relationships is further explored in the following lines, where they describe the intensity of their feelings as a "dream ridin' through waves of emotion" and the importance of being remembered by their loved one, even in the face of fame and recognition.
The second verse, however, turns inward as the singer reflects on their own journey of self-improvement. After taking a break from substance abuse, they find themselves looking back on their past with a sense of nostalgia and melancholy. They long for the simplicity and innocence of their youth, wishing to recapture the gentleness of those nights. This reflective, even regretful tone is countered by the chorus, with its simple, almost childlike plea to "stay like this." This juxtaposition adds depth and complexity to the lyrics, as it acknowledges the challenges of growth and progress, while clinging to the beauty and joy found in simplicity.
Interestingly, the song's title has a double meaning: "City of Angels" is a nickname for Los Angeles, the birthplace of the band and a place of both inspiration and heartbreak, but it is also a reference to the idea that everyone has their own "angels" - people who support and uplift them throughout their life. This duality is reflected in the lyrics, which speak to both the specific experiences of the band members and the universal struggles of human connection and growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, we're a stream running right into the ocean
We are like a stream that is flowing into the endless sea, a constant flow of emotions and experiences.
Baby, we're a dream ridin' through waves of emotion
We are a dream that is coasting through unpredictable waves of feelings and sentiments.
Baby, you're a diamond, baby, you're the sun
To me, you are precious like a diamond, and your warmth and radiance are like that of the sun.
Baby, don't forget me when you're known by everyone
As you become more successful, don't forget about me, someone who has been here from the start.
I took a break from the drunken and the drugging
I stopped engaging in reckless behavior and excessive substance use.
I did it for my mental
I made that decision for the sake of my mental well-being.
Now I'm looking back, I'm coming down all sentimental
Reflecting on my past, I feel overcome by emotions and nostalgia.
Always nostalgic for the past, my nights so gentle now
I often find myself longing for the past, but nowadays, I have more peaceful and calm nights.
We grew up in the City of Angels
We were raised in Los Angeles, also known as the City of Angels.
We didn't know, but we're surrounded by angels
We may not have been aware, but there were angels present around us, taking care of us and watching over us.
And that's the beauty of time, we learn to heal and unwind
The passage of time allows us to learn how to repair and recover, to let go of our stress and anxiety.
You learn to run from the pain, we even started again
We learn to distance ourselves from pain and suffering and we even begin anew.
I love making you coffee, love when we talk about nothing
I adore preparing coffee for you, and I cherish our conversations about anything and everything.
But it really means something, everything means something with you
Every moment spent with you is significant and valuable to me.
Even the darkest shades of blue
Even in my most melancholic and somber moments, you make me feel better.
Do you reveal
Are you going to show your true self and be open with me?
Baby, let's stay like this
Let us remain in this state of affection and intimacy.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tim Nelson, Zoe Davis, Sam Netterfield, Dan Puusaari
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