Day Wave is an American indie rock band from Oakland, California, formed in… Read Full Bio ↴Day Wave is an American indie rock band from Oakland, California, formed in 2015. The band consists solely of Jackson Phillips, with accompanying musicians for live performances. The band released their debut EP Head Case in 2015. Day Wave's songs have received attention in number of prominent publications including the Los Angeles Times and Billboard, and the band will open for Blonde Redhead during their fall tour.

Wasting Time
Day Wave Lyrics

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Come down
I won′t come back down
I'm too burnt out, again

And I know
I′ve done this before
I'll just fall out, again

I'm wasting all my time
I push it all way
I′m wasting all my time
I push it all away

Follow in your footsteps
I′ll keep going on, again

And I know
I've done this before
I′ll just fall out, again

I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away
I′m wasting all my time
I push it all away

Come down
I won't come back down
I′m too burnt out, again

And I know
I've done this before
I'll just fall out, again

I′m wasting all my time
I push it all way
I′m wasting all my time
I push it all away

I'm wasting all my time
I push it all way

I′m wasting all my time
I push it all away

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Day Wave's song "Wasting Time" deal with the struggle of feeling stuck and directionless in life. The repetition of "I know I've done this before" suggests a cycle of feeling lost and drifting aimlessly. The lines "I'm too burnt out, again" and "I'll just fall out, again" express the exhaustion and hopelessness that can come with this feeling.

The chorus of "I'm wasting all my time, I push it all away" further emphasizes the frustration of not being able to make progress or find a sense of purpose. The line "Follow in your footsteps, I'll keep going on, again" could be seen as a reference to trying to emulate others who seem to have direction and purpose, but ultimately still feeling lost.

Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of someone struggling with feeling stuck and unfulfilled in life, and feeling like they are unable to break out of this pattern.

Line by Line Meaning

Come down
Please bring me back to reality

I won't come back down
I'm too lost to return to reality

I'm too burnt out, again
I'm exhausted physically and mentally, yet again

And I know
I am aware of my mistakes

I've done this before
I made these same mistakes in the past

I'll just fall out, again
I'll give up, lose motivation, and stop trying again

I'm wasting all my time
I'm not using my time effectively

I push it all way
I avoid dealing with my problems

Follow in your footsteps
I am trying to emulate your actions

I'll keep going on, again
I'll keep trying again

I'm wasting all my time
I'm not using my time effectively

I push it all away
I avoid dealing with my problems

Come down
Please bring me back to reality

I won't come back down
I'm too lost to return to reality

I'm too burnt out, again
I'm exhausted physically and mentally, yet again

And I know
I am aware of my mistakes

I've done this before
I made these same mistakes in the past

I'll just fall out, again
I'll give up, lose motivation, and stop trying again

I'm wasting all my time
I'm not using my time effectively

I push it all way
I avoid dealing with my problems

I'm wasting all my time
I'm not using my time effectively

I push it all away
I avoid dealing with my problems

Writer(s): Phillips Jackson, Day Wave

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Leobreacker

7y↑107

Lyrics

(Verse 1)
Come down
I won't come back down
I'm too burnt out
Again

(Bridge)
And I know
I've done this before
I'll just fall out
Again

(Hook)
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away

(Verse 2)
Follow in your footsteps
I'll keep going on
Again

(Bridge)
And I know
I've done this before
I'll just fall out
Again

(Hook)
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away

(Verse 3)
Come down
I won't come back down
I'm too burnt out
Again

(Bridge)
And I know
I've done this before
I'll just fall out
Again

(Hook)
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away

(Hook)
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away

malamitu night

(Verse 1)
Come down
I won't come back down
I'm too burnt out
Again

(Bridge)
And I know
I've done this before
I'll just fall out
Again

(Hook)
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away

(Verse 2)
Follow in your footsteps
I'll keep going on
Again

(Bridge)
And I know
I've done this before
I'll just fall out
Again

(Hook)
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away

(Verse 3)
Come down
I won't come back down
I'm too burnt out
Again

(Bridge)
And I know
I've done this before
I'll just fall out
Again

(Hook)
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away

(Hook)
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away
I'm wasting all my time
I push it all away

All comments from YouTube:

Leobreacker

7y↑107

Sarah Hernandez

7y↑144

I imagine a beautiful adventurous trip taking place with the one I love while listening to this. Good feelings and gorgeous moments.

mario aguero

5y↑5

Not a bad idea at all. Keep it in the jump drive and play it in the right moment....

John Morley

3y↑6

Yes...it happened. And then it ended. Brings back good memories, but also painful for the loss it reminds me of.

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Lawrence M

4y↑22

I pretty much started a new hobby of going on hiking trails while this songs plays in the background. The irony is that I am not wasting all my time, I'm actually making it productive by excising, and I love it.

Dylan

5y↑18

Just wanna drive down the road, the windows down, with a cute guy & go to a pretty place and cuddle with a guy on a blanket and look at the stars... #vibes for real! This song is perfect!

Marc Blur

Second that. Put Pearl and If You Want Me by Chapterhouse on that mix, too.

Dr. Greenthumb

7y↑140

listening to this is NOT a waste of time

Camila P.

4y↑3

Smooth 😌👌

Yari Cosmonaut

3y↑3

Sure

Star

2y↑2

Absolutely!

Karla Giselle

7y↑82

Love the vibes of this song💙

Kafoy1

7y↑3

Karla G me too :)

Yanira Montiel

7y↑24

I work at forever 21 and this song plays a lot and I always sing to it at work and I spent hours looking for this song!!

lazylillies

5y↑1

Rip forever 21

Beth Braun

7y↑58

Legit just spent an hour trying to find this song after I heard it on the radio but it was worth it. Beautiful ❤️

Grace Pena

7y↑17

so would so that ur "wasting time" ;)?

AudioGardenSlave

6y↑1

beth braun I'm surprised that this was played on the radio. Must have a good selection of stations unlike we boonies folk.

EggNoggDreams

7y↑61

unavoidable feeling of nostalgic comfort

TEAFORESTFRUIT

4y↑2

i literally wanna cry from all this warm nostalgia..

Trevor Switzer

5y↑7

This song reminds me of memories that never happened.

AbbeyRoad52

7y↑15

I heard this on a morning radio show and they only played about a minute or so of it, thankfully I was able to Shazam it and find it on here. It caught my attention right away, very melodic and calming in a way. Catchy.

Luis JR

7y↑3

GREAT track!!! Some lovely vibes here, thanks for putting this kind of energy out into the world. Much needed!

reggie

1y↑1

I listened to Day Wave in my Freshman year of High School, and now I'm in College... Love coming back to your music.

Dr. Greenthumb

4y↑6

2020 quarantined due to everything. I’m so glad you made this song. Thanks day wave. Gus

vectorthurm

It's nostalgic yet new with fresh clean elements. Beautiful sound!!

Vito Lazuardi

7y↑11

Day Wave bring some positive vibes.

Jeff Smith

6y↑5

Beautiful pop piece. It reminds me of the best of the '80s "new wave" I loved in high school and college.

Rodrigo Ojeda

No paro de escucharla es tan confortable ... transmite tanto.. muy buena band.. saludos desde Perú!

Erielle Gregorio

7y↑33

this song makes me feel good
<3

nennie

5y↑6

I worked at ulta and they played this a lot I finally found out the name heard it again like 2 days ago and now it’s on repeat lol

Irvina Alya

7y↑4

On repeat like 100000x times💙

neasexo

4y↑2

i absolutely love day wave's music, its my whole life like i cant find anything more perfect x

Stefanny Resendiz

5y↑1

First song I ever heard was Drag, and now I’ve completely fallen in love with Day Wave

pumpkin slayer

1y↑1

I remember finding this song when I was working at forever 21 in green acres mall...heavy nostalgia right now 😭...I really do wish I could be 21 again..let alone forever

Jessika Ertmann

5y↑1

This is band is absolutely incredible. Definitely one of my new favorites! 🖤

Gabrielle Sison

I love your songs! I hope they day you guys become mainstream you still continue to compose such beautiful songs because the way you guys play, the melodies and the lyrics are so sick. You guys are honestly my new favourite band. - Gab xx

aTRAVELERofbothTIME&SPACE**

4y↑1

Day Wave can do no wrong .

SunshineDreams

7y↑1

This is a beautiful song, good vibes ♥

SAGE

This is love in audio form, so uplifting and loving.

Lily Rose

7y↑15

heard this while in Forever 21. Shazam-ed it immediately 💕

Ingrid Barajas

Lily Rose bruh same

Jhon Ramírez

Perfecta para cuando viaje solo! Excelente banda!

Christian Baldwin

A masterpiece in itself.

Mr.Niño

3y↑1

Está banda fue la que me abrió la puerta al mundo del indie. a los 16; tengo 21.

sanndyney

7y↑1

amo essa música amém day wave

Diego CA

5y↑1

I love this music, it is, it is simply amazing

JohnB

I really like this guy and the sound(s) he puts out.

cafeinath

7y↑1

This song MUST be on the playlist of "Life Is Strange: Before The Storm"! By the way, the music is incredible! Greetings from Brazil! 🇧🇷❤

karen Washington

Love Day Wave. It's nice to hear another talented musician is from the Bay Area!!! Wowza

Wil C

7y↑4

Love you Day Wave. So glad to hear a new song.

Sof

7y↑81

I heard this song on the radio and i fell in love
thanks 99.1
greetings from Peru
<3

Mussu -Line

7y↑4

Sofia Graciel también escucho esa radio 📻 99.1.... En Perú =)

Sof

7y↑2

Hola!
uuuuuuuh 7u7 yo adoro 99.1!

Monica Fuentes-Tuesta

7y↑1

Doble nueve!

Mussu -Line

7y↑1

+Monica Fuentes 😀🎼📻🎵🎼

Adrii Jim rivera

7y↑1

+Monica Fuentes la mejor radio

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Allan Silva

6y↑1

Esse indie é dos bons

GLOBΛL

7y↑4

This song is really beautiful!! :3 <3

malamitu night

Fernando Aguirre95

Day wave es muy adictivo🤘

Kelly Smith

Enjoying this song in 2022 and wishing this kind of pure happy music is what was popular

Adrian Silva

Beautiful song for start a new day

FUNSPEAR

7y↑45

This is beautiful

Rick Deckard

its just 2 diminished chords - every song of his is exactly the same

Seth

I just discovered you guys randomly when I was on iTunes looking at new music, I love the calm relaxing sound you guys have.

Alex Rodriguez

Heard this song at work & I fell in love with it. I love the vibe and everything about this song! Thank you Calvin Klein!

Mas Pepp

Love it!

Louise H

7y↑2

Loooove this song, you guys are amazing keep going :)

Tammy Hornback

Beautiful..... so positive. Love listening to this in the morning, ... l💕💕

Zapata18

7y↑2

Gorgeous music. Absolutely in love

camry

7y↑1

Awesome song, amazing band. You know just how to make me summer hungry.

NXLionShift

I feel so good listening to this!! ^_^ <3

HavelTheSnacc

I love this song

Gabriel Villegas

7y↑2

This is amazing everyday before work I HAVE to listen to this.

Jay

7y↑4

This is that feelgood music 😎

Ouichitto Olokosundor

7y↑10

awesome track man 😊 plz post this song on soundcloud if u can 👍

Shabu Qazi

ouichitto olokosundor its already there

TheStepmonkey

6y↑1

Love this<3 so soothing and amazing

Ana Maria Herrera

5y↑1

Love this song. I feel exactly like him

6sixtysix

2y↑1

I first heard the is playing out loud in a FYE store when I was buying all the tool albums. So happy rememberd the song. Best find ever

David Fonseca de Oliveira

4y↑2

Hear in Brazil we call “Hino” when we heard a good song, like this. Hino is like Anthem, for your language, what a good sad vibe ❤️

tess 18

7y↑1

Amazing♡

Jason Hernandez

Omfg!!!! I heard this song years ago!! I never thought I’d hear it again

haywardsgem

7y↑17

what a great song :)

anthony

Swear to god everytime I listen to this song it gets better n better.

Yumi Kanashi

7y↑4

<3 in love with this music

The Mission Of Submission

7y↑4

Heard this on SiriusXM. Fell in love with it as soon as I heard it

XxXZombieoxideXxX

7y↑1

In love with this!!!

Di L.

This song carries me on a cloud.

Nope Nope

How can i forgot this gem ✨

perfect fitz

Ever stumble across a song and you get a light buzz just hearing it? That just happened to me, then again maybe I'm crazy.

BIG BROTHER COLUMBUS

god I love this song so much

Muño

A n n i e ♡

stan loona uglies

7y↑1

Love this song

Carlos Hurtado Sanchez

7y↑4

wonderful good music day wave, the best

D.R. R

7y↑273

Who wants to gather around a round table, drink coffee & talk about music?

Sage Modo

7y↑3

me. <3

Steve Rishsew

6y↑13

replace coffee with beer and you got a deal

M B

6y↑2

Always

Mysterious angel

6y↑9

Add weed too

tay geller

hell yeah

17 More Replies...

jose hernandez

Thanks to the shoe store on the mall for play cool music like this!! 👞🎶

Adrian Hernandez

7y↑2

Yes! Just in time, Day Wave.

Dr. Greenthumb

6y↑2

Still loving this song

Leeann sibi

3y↑2

the most unique artist in this generation.

Michael McDonough

51w

You never heard of Wild Nothing and the Drums and Beach Fossils etc?

1willFALL

perfect driving song ♥

—

7y↑56

I wanna wake up to this :')

relativity

7y↑1

:')

Camila P.

4y↑3

this is the first song in my playlist called “wake up” I listen to this everyday to get ready for online class

Robert

It’s fucking MAGIC when you do

Malvo Sehlabi

Sooo Awesoome❤❤🕺🏿👊🏿real good👂🏽

Pelagie 75

Belle découverte, merci Aurélie.

Booooo

Pas de quoi Jean-Albert

Sam Ler

someone who can recommend me more songs like this, please.

omgthelizardman

always amazing

rustic sb

This song❤😍

Mad-Unicorn

6y↑1

damn man, why only 7k subscribers.... and shitty musics on the radio by people without any personality ... you deserve much recognition

Scott

saw you live in SD Jackson, keep it up man you're fucking great

Adrii Jim rivera

por fin te encontré maravillosa musica.

pansowa90

7y↑3

perfect!!!

Zero

7y↑7

heard this on Radio one, magical

AnonymousUser

5y↑16

Reading the comments, I'm wondering if I am listening to the same song as some of the other people posting here. The message I am getting in this song is an emotional resignation from beating one's head against the same walls again and again.

But I guess everyone is entitled to their own interpretations. Go figure.

Lawrence M

3y↑1

You're not alone with this idea.

AnonymousUser

@Lawrence M Thanks for assuring me I am not crazy. LOL So many comments about what a happy go lucky song this is. Do people not listen to the lyrics at all?

Natey Nate24

3y↑1

I think my take from it can kinda fit with yours. For me the song is about settling for less in life because making hard decisions suck. So its easier to settle and its somehow pleasurable to resign away from reality

Unknown

7y↑2

what a great song :)
if you like this song you all may also like Tahiti - 1,000 Times

Stakelyy

My kids will enjoy this in the future

Camila P.

4y↑1

Me literally procrastinating and then this song pops up: ._.

Jav5355

7y↑8

wow wonderful, I love your music heard in Peru, Southamerica

TheStepmonkey

Perú aqui también :)

Anuj sharma

Love the music. . .

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