They've recorded two albums and one EP under the Electric President moniker, all available under the German imprint Morr Music, with a third to be released in early 2010 on Fake Four Inc. They've had songs on television and in various short films. They both came from DIY ideas of making music, and as such record all their music in a tool shed and a bedroom with a handful of recording gear. Apparently, this gives them cred.
They hope to one day be incredibly rich from their music so they can buy an airplane and set it on fire without ever using it. To burn that sucker simply because they can, and to stand by and drink expensive wine and laugh manically until it explodes.
Circles
Electric President Lyrics
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But, oh, my brother, you're lost like me
And I'd offer a hand
But you know that you can't cut any corners when you're going in circles
When you're going
So you look to the sky and start trusting your feet
To find the right path, and now you're not like me
It's gone, if it was there to begin with
Either way, there's a hole we're digging right beneath our feet
We might say that we know what we're doing
But who are we kidding?
Now you're home, got dirt on your hands
And, oh, my brother, you're broke like me
Got lost in the woods, got caught up in scams
Got nothing but headaches from all your plans
But I got no answers, and neither did you
Got a rock for a heart now, and you hold a grudge or two
But as soon as you can, just let it all go
Take a word from someone who knows
So let's have a drink and take shots at the moon
We can tear the sky down, burn the scenery too
We got nothing to lose
So let's pick a fight and cut our knuckles on whatever's around now
Let's toss out these dreams and watch them all fall
We don't need them anymore
Now we know where we stand
Now we know where we stand
Now we know where we stand, so we know where we'll likely sink, too
Either way, there's a hole we're filling right beneath our feet
We might say that we know what we're doing
But who are we kidding?
The lyrics to Electric President's song "Circles" reflect on the human experience of feeling lost and searching for direction. The singer acknowledges that both they and their brother are lost, but are unable to help each other because they are both going in circles, unable to cut corners to make progress. The singer suggests that instead of relying on luck, they should trust their own intuition and take responsibility for their choices, even if they may lead to mistakes. They also acknowledge the futility of pretending to know what they're doing, when in reality they are digging a hole beneath their feet.
In the second verse, the singer describes a sense of disillusionment with their plans and goals, and their own lack of answers. They have become hardened and resentful, but advise their brother to let go of his own grudges and move forward. The chorus reprises, suggesting that the two of them can let go of their expectations and engage in some reckless behavior to break free of their cycles.
The final verse repeats the image of the hole beneath their feet, suggesting that even when they think they're filling it in, they're likely still digging themselves deeper. The last line, "But who are we kidding?", suggests a resignation to their own limitations and flaws.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, you know where you are and you know where you've been
You're aware of where you currently stand in life, and you have a sense of your past experiences.
But, oh, my brother, you're lost like me
Despite having knowledge of your past and present, you feel lost and directionless, just like I do.
And I'd offer a hand
I would provide assistance or support to you in your time of need.
But you know that you can't cut any corners when you're going in circles
When you're stuck in a repetitive cycle, you can't take shortcuts to get out of it - you have to work diligently to change your circumstances.
So you look to the sky and start trusting your feet
Instead of relying on luck or chance, you begin to trust your own intuition and judgment to find your way forward.
To find the right path, and now you're not like me
By following your instincts, you're able to break free from the feeling of being lost and find a sense of direction, which is something I haven't been able to do.
I was never the type to put my trust into my luck
Personally, I've never been one to rely on luck or chance to guide my life's journey.
It's gone, if it was there to begin with
But even if I had believed in luck previously, I don't think I have any left to rely on now.
Either way, there's a hole we're digging right beneath our feet
No matter what choices we make, we're always creating new problems for ourselves that we'll have to face eventually.
We might say that we know what we're doing
We may act confident and self-assured, but in reality, we're often just making it up as we go along.
But who are we kidding?
When it comes down to it, none of us truly knows what they're doing or where they're going - it's all just a facade we put on to make ourselves feel better.
Now you're home, got dirt on your hands
You've returned to your place of origin after a journey that's left you with some physical evidence of the work you've done.
And, oh, my brother, you're broke like me
Despite your efforts and hard work, you're still struggling financially, just like I am.
Got lost in the woods, got caught up in scams
Along your journey, you've encountered challenges and obstacles, including scams and deceitful people that have misled you.
Got nothing but headaches from all your plans
Despite trying to make plans and setting goals for yourself, you've encountered numerous obstacles and setbacks that have caused you stress and frustration.
But I got no answers, and neither did you
Neither of us has all the answers when it comes to navigating life's challenges and uncertainties.
Got a rock for a heart now, and you hold a grudge or two
The hardships you've faced along your journey have caused you to become hardened and more aloof, and you may be holding onto negative feelings towards those who have wronged you.
But as soon as you can, just let it all go
It's important to release negative emotions and grudges in order to move forward and find peace.
Take a word from someone who knows
I'm offering you advice based on my own experiences and struggles.
So let's have a drink and take shots at the moon
Let's celebrate the fact that we've made it this far by indulging in some revelry and enjoying the moment.
We can tear the sky down, burn the scenery too
In our celebratory mood, we feel like we could do anything or accomplish anything - even things that seem impossible, like tearing down the sky or burning the world around us.
We got nothing to lose
At this point, we feel like we're at rock bottom, so there's no more risk involved in taking chances or doing something daring.
So let's pick a fight and cut our knuckles on whatever's around now
Let's channel our newfound confidence and defiance into picking fights or standing up for ourselves, even if it means getting hurt in the process.
Let's toss out these dreams and watch them all fall
Instead of holding onto unattainable or unrealistic dreams, we're content to let them go and watch them fade away.
We don't need them anymore
Our priorities and perspectives have shifted, and the things we once valued or wished for no longer hold the same importance to us.
Now we know where we stand
Despite all of the challenges and setbacks we've faced, we have a clearer sense of who we are and what we're capable of.
Now we know where we stand, so we know where we'll likely sink, too
We may be more grounded in reality and self-aware now, but we're also aware of our limitations and where we may struggle in the future.
Either way, there's a hole we're filling right beneath our feet
No matter what choices we make, we're always creating new problems for ourselves that we'll have to face eventually.
We might say that we know what we're doing
We may act confident and self-assured, but in reality, we're often just making it up as we go along.
But who are we kidding?
When it comes down to it, none of us truly knows what they're doing or where they're going - it's all just a facade we put on to make ourselves feel better.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, O/B/O CAPASSO, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ALEXANDER KANE, BENJAMIN COOPER
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