After a solo tour in the fall of 2003, Alexakis decided to continue with Everclear, organizing a new band that made its debut in March of 2004. The new lineup consisted of bass player Sam Hudson, guitarist Dave French, and drummer Eric Bretl. In the summer of 2004, the band added keyboard player Josh Crawley, and swapped Bretl for former Everclear drum tech Brett Snyder. The new lineup released its first recording, a cover of Woody Guthrie's This Land Is Your Land, that summer. A self-released EP of performances recorded for XM Satellite Radio called Closure was given out at shows in the fall of 2004.
Free of a major label, Alexakis spent the ensuing year and half slowly recording material for a new Everclear release. He admitted that the time after the breakup of the original lineup served as a "wake up call", during which he suffered his third divorce and a filing for bankruptcy. Alexakis announced the completion of the album in early 2006,titled Welcome To The Drama Club. The new band is now on Eleven Seven Music.
In August of 2008, drummer Brett Snyder left the band after four years. He was then replaced by Tommy Stewart, who previously played in bands Fuel and Godsmack.
The Laughing World
Everclear Lyrics
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Face first head down eyes closed arms out to break my fall we fall
Down
Like a world of noise we get lost inside the length of our own time
And the laughing world will never forget that it's when you jam that I
Jet
I turn out reach for you
I want to touch our life before it fades like a burning car in the sun
We flame for the all in plain view
And the laughing world will never forget that it's when you jam that I
Jet
The laughing world will never forget
The laughing world will never forget
"The Laughing World" by Everclear is a song about falling hard for someone and relying on them even when things get tough. The lyrics express the idea that the world can be noisy and filled with distractions, but true happiness can be found in the moments spent together with someone you care about. The singer falls headfirst into the relationship and relies on the other person to break the fall. However, as their relationship progresses, the singer realizes that they often fail to hold the things they need and turn to their partner for support.
The song beautifully captures the feeling of wanting to hold onto life before it fades away. Like a burning car in the sun, the singer wants to flame brightly for all to see while sharing the experience with the person they love. The laughing world of the chorus represents the beauty and simplicity of living in the moment with someone special, without worrying about the external noises and distractions of the world.
The phrase "it's when you jam that I jet" is a play on words that refers to the idea that the singer feels most alive when they are in sync with their partner. When the music starts to pick up, and they are both enjoying the moment, the singer feels like they can take off like a plane in flight. The song ends with the repeated refrain of "the laughing world will never forget," a testament to the power of shared experiences and love.
Line by Line Meaning
Right now day one I fall hard when I fall I always fall on you
From the beginning, I have always relied on you to catch me when I fall, as I tend to fall hard and fast.
Face first head down eyes closed arms out to break my fall we fall
When I fall, I brace myself for impact with my eyes closed and my arms out, hoping you'll break my fall.
Like a world of noise we get lost inside the length of our own time
Life can be noisy and overwhelming, and we often get lost in our own thoughts and struggles.
And the laughing world will never forget that it's when you jam that I jet
Despite the chaos of the world, we have a synergy that propels us forward, and the world will always remember our connection and energy.
I see I want I reach I fail to hold the things that I need
No matter how hard I try, I often fail to achieve the things I desire and need in life.
I turn out reach for you
In times of struggle and disappointment, I always turn to you for comfort and support.
I want to touch our life before it fades like a burning car in the sun
I want to live life to the fullest and make the most of our time together before it's too late, like a car burning in the sun and eventually fading away.
We flame for the all in plain view
Our love and passion are visible for all to see, and we won't hide or shy away from it.
The laughing world will never forget
Our connection and energy will always leave an impact on the world, and it won't be forgotten.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ART ALEXAKIS, CRAIG MONTOYA, RALPH SCOTT CUTHBERT
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