Aaron Espinoza and Ariana Murray form Earlimart, an indie rock singer/songw… Read Full Bio ↴Aaron Espinoza and Ariana Murray form Earlimart, an indie rock singer/songwriter duo based out of Los Angeles, CA. The name comes from Earlimart, CA, a town located between Los Angeles and Fresno, CA. The punk rock style that could be heard in the band's earlier albums quickly transgressed into dreamy Lo-Fi compositions on Avenues EP. Espinoza's hushed vocals bears heavy resemblance Elliott Smith who also worked with and was a personal friend of the band's. In response to the sudden death of Smith, Earlimart's composed the 2004 album, Treble & Tremble as tribute album to the late artist. Their indie pop sound can also be compared artists like Grandaddy, Death Cab for Cutie, The Postal Service, Stars, Matt Pond PA

Other collaborators sometimes include: Jim Fairchild, Davey Latter, Joel Graves, Solon Bixler, Scotty McPherson, Brian Thornell, Suzie Vlcek (background vocals) Mike Shea (whistling)

All They Ever Do is Talk
Earlimart Lyrics

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If they come in just to meet you
With broken words in monotome
And smile and take the picture
...It's nice to know you love the songs

Then someone will remind you
Nothing hurts until it's gone
My New Year's Resolution

Cause all they ever do is
Talk

What's the language that they're speaking
Can only make out certain words
There's money for the taking
And the happiness we all deserve
Then someone will remind you
Nothing's good until it hurts

My New Year's Resolution

Cause all they ever do is
Talk

Overall Meaning

The song All They Ever Do is Talk by Earlimart is about the truth behind the facade of fame and fortune. The first verse talks about how people come to meet the singer superficially and take pictures with him without really knowing him or his music. The singer acknowledges that it's nice to know people love his songs, but he also understands that this admiration may not be genuine. The second verse talks about the language that people in the industry speak, which is often difficult to understand for outsiders. The songwriter mentions money and happiness, which are the two main driving forces in the music industry. However, he also highlights how people often forget that true satisfaction can only be achieved through hard work and perseverance. The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the fact that people only talk without taking any concrete actions to achieve their goals.

The song is a reflection of the harsh realities of the music industry, where success is often measured by popularity and image rather than talent and hard work. The songwriter critiques how people in the industry are more concerned with presenting an image of success rather than genuinely connecting with their audience. Despite the seemingly optimistic chorus, the song highlights the cynicism that often arises from the artificial nature of the music industry.

Line by Line Meaning

If they come in just to meet you
If someone only wants to meet you for the sake of it

With broken words in monotome
Speaking in a dull, lackluster way

And smile and take the picture
Appearing happy and taking a photo for the sake of image

...It's nice to know you love the songs
It's good to have support for your music

Then someone will remind you
A reminder will come

Nothing hurts until it's gone
You don't feel the pain of something until it's lost

My New Year's Resolution
My goal for the New Year

Cause all they ever do is
Because all they do is

Talk
Speak without action or intent

What's the language that they're speaking
What are they really saying

Can only make out certain words
Can only understand parts of what they're saying