[They] want to play music all year and meet cool people and make some money and not live with [their] parents. Anything you can do to help with those four things would be greatly appreciated. Especially the third one.
3 records (+1 in the works), nearly 500 shows in 40+ states in under 4 years. [They've] been everywhere, except for the places we're on our way to.
This is us:
Luke - Lead vocals, guitar, piano. Has successfully wrestled polar bears on two separate continents (yes, two!). Supposedly, has received his acceptance letter from Hogwarts, even though the school year has already started. Authenticity of letter has yet to be verified. Can maneuver a van and trailer in reverse faster than Jason Bourne in a Mini Cooper on a Parisian side street. Wins gold medals for outstanding facial hair. Once lost his cell phone 42 times in one day.
Marc- Drums, muscle. Has several tattoos that make him look cooler than everyone else in the band (not that it’s hard to do). Still has health insurance. When sporting a stache, he brings forth the ghost of Freddie Mercury. Voted “Most Likely To Not Fail At Life” by the other members in his band. Believes in and is afraid of "Cubicle Trolls". Expert on centaurs.
Robbe- Bass. Real into sleeping. Came in second place on Nickelodeon’s Global Guts after being blinded by a glitter storm (aka snow blizzard) and hitting his opponent’s actuator at the top of the Super Aggro Crag. Still has a crush on Mo, the referee. Secretly wants to be a speed-cuber (someone who can do a Rubik's cube in like 15 seconds). Will never have an actual girlfriend because of that last sentence. Has a pretty good vertical jump.
Rabbit- Lead guitar, mandolin, background vocals. Good at everything, especially eating candy and drinking Mountain Dew. Can impersonate Nicholas Cage better than Nicholas Cage can impersonate himself or anyone else for that matter. Can also accurately identify almost any make and type of ink pens while blindfolded (this is not a joke). Has great posture.
America Will Break Your Heart
Farewell Flight Lyrics
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We packed up our summer clothes
The latest styles
The dollars keep us from feeling owned
There′s a war on with our checkbooks drawn
Oh, america will surely break your heart
Don't be alarmed
Oh, america will surely break your heart
In time
They say we're getting worse
And we've kept our affects on the shelf
But we′ll say god bless america and no one else
There′s a war on with our checkbooks drawn
Oh, america will surely break your heart
Don't be alarmed
Money′s our love song
Oh, america will surely break your heart
In time
Mortgages and shiny cars
Vacations and credit cards
Big is the new small
Decadence can fill your holes
If it's tangible it will save your soul
Stranger heed my song
Lest you get it wrong
Money rights our wrongs
For what it′s worth
Our life on earth is limited
You've gotta take what′s yours
You've gotta take what you can get
There's a war on with our checkbooks drawn
Oh, america will surely break your heart
Don′t be alarmed
Money′s our love song
Oh, america will surely break your heart
Oh my god, i'll surely break your heart
The lyrics to Farewell Flight's song America Will Break Your Heart carry a sense of disillusionment and cynicism towards the American way of life that promises material success and fulfillment but ultimately leaves one feeling unfulfilled and heartbroken. The opening lines refer to the facade of a perfect life that people present to the world, with their fashionable clothes and outwardly content demeanor. However, beneath the surface lies the reality that Americans are constantly at war with their checkbooks, trying to keep up with the ever-increasing costs of living, including mortgages, cars, vacations, and credit cards. Despite the belief that money can solve all problems, the truth is that it cannot provide happiness or contentment.
The lyrics then take on a patriotic tone with the mention of God bless America, but the sentiment is short-lived. The singer warns others not to fall into the trap of believing that material possessions will provide spiritual fulfillment, as they will ultimately realize that America is only capable of breaking their hearts. The final lines address the impermanence of life and the need to seize opportunities while they exist.
Overall, the lyrics of America Will Break Your Heart present a sobering view of the American dream, exposing the fallacy that material possessions can provide lasting happiness and fulfillment.
Line by Line Meaning
With gracious smiles
We put on fake smiles as we prepare to leave.
We packed up our summer clothes
We're leaving behind the warmth and all that we enjoyed in the summer.
The latest styles
We're leaving with the latest fashion trends of the season.
The dollars keep us from feeling owned
We think our money gives us power and makes us feel like we're in control of our lives.
There's a war on with our checkbooks drawn
We feel like we're always in competition with money as the weapon of choice.
Oh, america will surely break your heart
The country's obsession with materialism and greed will lead to disappointment and heartbreak.
Don't be alarmed
Despite the warning, don't be surprised when it happens.
Money's our love song
Our love for money and what it can buy is what we sing about and cherish.
In time
As we spend more and more time chasing after money, our hearts will eventually break.
They say we're getting worse
Some people believe that we've lost our way and that our priorities are misplaced.
And we've kept our affects on the shelf
We've ignored the things that truly matter in life and instead focused on material possessions.
But we'll say god bless america and no one else
Despite everything, we'll still put our country first and celebrate it above all else.
Mortgages and shiny cars
We're willing to go into debt and spend beyond our means just to keep up appearances.
Vacations and credit cards
We're always looking for ways to escape our reality and spend more than we have.
Big is the new small
We've come to believe that bigger is always better.
Decadence can fill your holes
We use excessive consumption and indulgence as a distraction from our problems.
If it's tangible it will save your soul
We believe that material possessions can bring happiness and fulfillment.
Stranger heed my song
Listen to my warning, even if we don't know each other.
Lest you get it wrong
Otherwise, you'll fall for the same traps and mistakes that we have.
Money rights our wrongs
We believe that money can solve all of our problems and make up for our mistakes.
For what it's worth
In the grand scheme of things, our lives are short and fleeting.
Our life on earth is limited
We only have a finite amount of time to live, and we should make the most of it.
You've gotta take what's yours
In this competitive society, we have to fight for what we want.
You've gotta take what you can get
Even if it means stepping on others and sacrificing our values to get ahead.
Oh my god, i'll surely break your heart
The realization that our obsession with materialism will lead to heartbreak is overwhelming and devastating.
Writer(s): Foley Luke
Contributed by Skyler A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tinadifazio880
This is my favorite song from you guys, can you please put it on Spotify???
@coenbrammer61
I love this song, heard about you guys from relevant! I’ve listening to this for months. Need to put it on Spotify!
@ivanmoreno2161
I love this band!!