The band were originally known as (The) Pride, before they changed their line-up and became known as Snowfield, becoming a popular unsigned band. They remained with this name until they signed with Kitchenware Records in September 2004. The band's debut single Bullets was released as a limited edition of 500 on Kitchenware Records on January 24, 2005; it quickly gained support from radio stations such as Xfm and BBC 6 Music - where it was the single of the week.
Their debut album, The Back Room, was released on 25 July 2005, to critical acclaim. The band toured out most of 2005, including two jaunts with We Are Scientists. However, after a pivotal support slot on Franz Ferdinand's Arena tour at the end of 2005, it was the re-release of single Munich in January 2006 that propelled them into the top 10 of the UK single's chart. The following May, Editors played three sell-out shows at London's Brixton Academy, and countless gigs worldwide. The album has now sold over 500,000 units.
In June 2007 Editors released a second album, An End has a Start which included the single Smokers Outside The Hospital Doors. This first track was released on June 18th 2007 in the UK, and June 26th in the US, however it was leaked onto the Internet earlier. The album's title track, An End Has A Start was released on September 3rd, The Racing Rats on November 26th, 2007. Following a landmark appearence on The Other Stage at the Glastonbury festival, the album entered at number 1 in the UK album chart.
'In this Light And On This Evening', the third studio album, was released on October 12th 2009. With the heavy synthesizer sound and industrial ring, the album differed immensely from the earlier work of the band. Tom explained this change as a way for the band to try something completely different. Papillon, the first single, was followed by You Don't Know Love. The third single was Eat Raw Meat = Blood Drool. The album was inspired by the city of London, both lyrically as musically and debuted at number 1 in the UK album charts.
On April 16th 2012, during the recording of their fourth studio album with producer Flood, Editors announced that Chris Urbanowicz (guitar) was leaving the band basing the decision entirely upon the band's future musical direction.
‘The Weight Of Your Love’, their fourth studio LP, was released on July 2013. It was preceded by the single 'A ton of love, released in May. This is also the first album to feature new band members Justin Lockey and Elliott Williams. It was recorded at Blackbird Studio in Nashville with producer Jacquire King and mixed by Craig Silvey.
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2) A punk rock band from Connecticut, active in the 80's.
The Racing Rats
Editors Lyrics
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Fall down to my knees, begin my nightmare
Words spill from my drunken mouth
I just can't keep them all in
I keep up with the racing rats
And do my best to win
Slow down, little one
You mustn't go outside yet
It's not your time to play
Standing at the edge of your town
With the skyline in your eyes
Reaching up to God
The sun says its goodbyes
If a plane were to fall from the sky
How big a hole would it leave in the surface of the earth?
Let's pretend we never met
Let's pretend we're on our own
We'll live different lives
Until our cover's blown
I push my hand up to the sky
Shade my eyes from the sun
As the dust settles around me
Suddenly nighttime has begun
If a plane were to fall from the sky
How big a hole would it leave in the surface of the earth
The surface of the earth?
Come on now
You knew you were lost
But you carried on anyway
Oh, come on now
You knew you had no time
But you let the day drift away
If a plane were to fall from the sky
How big a hole would it leave?
And if a plane were to fall from the sky
How big a hole would it make in the surface of the earth
The surface of the earth
The surface of the earth?
The Racing Rats is a song by British indie rock band Editors, released in 2007 as a single from their sophomore album, An End Has a Start. The Racing Rats is filled with lyrics that are open to multiple interpretations, but the prevailing theme throughout appears to be death and the struggles we face before and after it. The song centers on the feelings of despair and helplessness that come with knowing that someone we loved is gone, and the feeling of emptiness that comes with trying to fill that void.
The opening lyrics of the song paint a vivid picture of the desperation that one feels when they have lost someone important to them. It encapsulates the pain, anxiety, and hallucinations experienced when faced with such a loss. The line "I keep up with the racing rats, and do my best to win" speaks to the feeling of trying to keep pace with the world, as if it were a race, even when personal tragedy is gnawing away at you. However, in the end, the song appears to acknowledge that death is inevitable, and we are powerless against it.
Line by Line Meaning
When the time comes that you're no longer there
The fear of losing someone important can bring on a feeling of anxiety
Fall down to my knees, begin my nightmare
The thought of losing someone can cause immense emotional pain and despair
Words spill from my drunken mouth
Sometimes we say things without thinking, especially when we are emotionally overwhelmed
I just can't keep them all in
It is difficult to control one's emotions and thoughts when they become overwhelming
I keep up with the racing rats
Life can feel like a frantic race that never slows down
And do my best to win
We strive to succeed and triumph over the difficulties in our lives
Slow down, little one
Advice to someone who is rushing through life and needs to take a breath
You can't keep running away
It is important to confront problems instead of avoiding them
You mustn't go outside yet
Some things should only be experienced when a person is ready and prepared for them
It's not your time to play
One must be mature and responsible before engaging in certain activities
Standing at the edge of your town
Looking beyond the familiar to the possibilities of the unknown
With the skyline in your eyes
Taking in the beauty of the surrounding world
Reaching up to God
Seeking guidance and protection from a higher power
The sun says its goodbyes
The end of one chapter signals the start of a new one
If a plane were to fall from the sky
A hypothetical question that plays on the fragility of life and the unpredictability of events
How big a hole would it leave in the surface of the earth?
The impact of loss and tragedy can be earth-shattering and long-lasting
Let's pretend we never met
Erasing the memory of someone from one's mind and starting over
Let's pretend we're on our own
Breaking away from the ties that bind and seeking independence
We'll live different lives
Going in separate directions and exploring different paths
Until our cover's blown
Hiding and pretending can only last for so long before the truth is revealed
I push my hand up to the sky
Reaching out for something beyond our grasp
Shade my eyes from the sun
Protecting ourselves from the harsh realities of life
As the dust settles around me
In the aftermath of chaos and disorder, there is room for reflection and contemplation
Suddenly nighttime has begun
Shifts and changes can occur suddenly, disrupting the order and balance of life
Come on now
Encouragement to snap out of a negative mindset and take action
You knew you were lost
Awareness of one's disorientation and confusion
But you carried on anyway
Resilience and determination can help us overcome even the most trying circumstances
Oh, come on now
Urging someone to snap out of their despondency and start living again
You knew you had no time
A sense of urgency and the need to make the most of every moment
But you let the day drift away
Letting opportunities slip by without taking action or making the most of them
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Christopher Dominic Urbanowicz, Edward Owen Lay, Russell Leetch, Thomas Michael Smith
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@diamondgirl719
i'm from italy. i'm in quarantine, this song is connected to a very special moment where i heard no cars, no mascines, no noises on the mainstreet of our village and it was so calm. just this song and me and the calm
@beachcomberbloke462
The same for me in Norfolk England,a very peaceful coastal village, no tourists total bliss!!
@diamondgirl719
@@beachcomberbloke462 very beautiful -
@herbervalencia3401
I'm from Guatemala and I don't understand how EDITORS is hear in Italy and anywhere & just have 12K likes. For me Editors are awesome.
@minimasicurezza676
@@herbervalencia3401Now explain to me what the meaning of your sentence is. It's the views that count, not the likes
@starstationearth
One of the most underrated bands and one of my absolute favourites.
@KochisarliHD5
The Editors are legends.
@ndorphin2564
*Editors! No ‘THE’!!
@nakedinmybathroom
this band is one of the greatest bands in the world :) especially the voice of the leadsinger, oh ♥
@gerhardveurink490
Helemaal mee eens!! Ze spelen in het zuiderpark Den Haag za 27 juni. wel beetje duur...