In 2004, the group graduated from college and moved into an apartment in Brooklyn with an aggressive, hirsute landlord named Baki. Shortly thereafter, Daniel joined the group Grizzly Bear and began playing guitar and singing with them (he went on to write a goodly portion of their sophomore album, Yellow House). Fred tried to escape his boring magazine job by going on tour opening up for the band Subtle, but the tour was cancelled when Subtle's bus crashed, tragically injuring keyboardist Dax Pierson. DOE was on something of a hiatus. Then in 2005, a British label re-released their debut album in Europe under a different title, and the group began working on new material. This time around, the music featured little-to-no electronic embellishments and was inspired by Randy Newman, Van Dyke Parks, Paul Williams, and Paul McCartney. On October 7, 2008 they released their follow-up, In Ear Park, on 4AD.
Daniel plays guitar, bass, piano, drums, cello, and sings. He majored in Linguistics. His grandfather, Robert Rossen, directed the critically acclaimed movies All the Kings Men and The Hustler. Fred plays drums and various random instruments. He majored in Art History. His father, Martin Nicolaus, wrote the definitive translation of Karl Marx's Gundrisse.
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Department of Eagles went on to join Grizzly Bear with their recording of 2009 LP 'Veckatimist'
Deadly Disclosure
Department of Eagles Lyrics
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Burning to be lionized
But in the wings when we′re dear
I know it's my last year but
Bow out of this race
Before it′s too late
On my way
On my way
I'll make my case
In this crowded room right now
So be not sad
I'm through with
All my other nonsense but
Bow out of this race
Before it′s too late
On my way
On my way
On my way
On my way just fast enough
Now, finally
The time has arrived
Thank God
Help me
Now, shining
She runs through the waves
Thank God
Help me
The opening lines of “Deadly Disclosure” by Department of Eagles touch on the desire for fame and recognition, a theme that is common in the music industry. The singer expresses his longing to be “lionized,” or recognized for his talent and hard work. However, he realizes that his time in the limelight is limited and he must “bow out of this race” before it’s too late. The urgency of this decision is emphasized by the repetition of “on my way” and the phrase “just fast enough,” suggesting that time is of the essence.
The second half of the song takes a more hopeful turn as the singer seems to have found a sense of peace and direction. He declares that he is “through with all my other nonsense” and is ready to move on to something more meaningful. The repetition of “Thank God, help me” suggests a spiritual or existential awakening, and the final lines about a woman running through the waves give the impression of freedom and release.
Overall, “Deadly Disclosure” is a song about the fleeting nature of success and the importance of finding purpose beyond fame and recognition. It touches on themes of mortality, spirituality, and personal growth, and invites the listener to reflect on their own values and aspirations.
Line by Line Meaning
I was amazed
I was surprised and in awe.
Burning to be lionized
I wanted to be recognized and celebrated like a lion, with power and strength.
But in the wings when we're dear
But when we're alone, intimate and vulnerable.
I know it's my last year but
I know that my time is running out.
Bow out of this race
I need to withdraw from this competition, this struggle.
Before it's too late
Before it's beyond repair or redemption.
On my way
I am journeying, moving forward.
On my way
I am continuing on my path.
On my way just fast enough
I am moving quickly, but not too quickly that I lose sight of what's important.
I'll make my case
I will present my arguments, my reasons for why I deserve recognition and validation.
In this crowded room right now
In this busy, noisy space at present.
So be not sad
Don't be sorrowful.
I'm through with all my other nonsense but
I am finished with all my other pointless activities, but...
Bow out of this race
I need to withdraw from this competition, this struggle.
Before it′s too late
Before it's beyond repair or redemption.
On my way
I am journeying, moving forward.
On my way
I am continuing on my path.
On my way
I am journeying towards my goal.
On my way just fast enough
I am moving quickly, but not too quickly that I lose sight of what's important.
Now, finally
At last, after all this time.
The time has arrived
The moment has come.
Thank God
I am grateful.
Help me
Assist me, support me.
Now, shining
Now, radiating light and energy.
She runs through the waves
She is moving through the water, gracefully and powerfully.
Thank God
I am grateful.
Help me
Assist me, support me.
Writer(s): Daniel Raphael Rossen, Fred Hurley Nicolaus
Contributed by Grace R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
InsomniaDonkey
A section of the chord progression of this song near to the end is very reminiscent of the reprise on yellow house, cool stuff
Nathan Treolo
Cant say enough, one of my faves of all time!
Kyle Smile
i cant stop listening to this song!
Kyle Smile
i still cant stop listening to it
Jose Vazquez
i wish i had the guitar tabs to this :(
Allan Mojica
by far my favorite DOE song
Mainstream5
@timcopress This is the first track of the Archive album, that album is very good - Archive 2003-2006 CD and LP, American Dust (released July 20, 2010)
commykin
It's now on Archive 2003-2006
timcopress
Yea, I figured the two where similar. It's just too bad this song itself didn't make it on the CD.
Connor Gordon
some parts of the bassline are in "floating on the lehigh"