The group's debut EP, Songs for a Breakup, Vol. 1, was released in 2009. Dangerbird Records signed the group in 2010 and issued their first full-length album, Pickin' Up the Pieces, in August of that year. The album reached #15 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. Los Angeles Times music critic Ann Powers wrote, "Fitz & the Tantrums is the kind of band that communicates best in concert, but this album serves as a fine proxy and party-starter." Aly Comingore of the Santa Barbara Independent wrote that the band members craft "soulful, nostalgia pop that's not only infectious, but just fresh enough to make it stand apart from its predecessors."
In 2010 the group opened several dates on tour with Maroon 5. On January 12, 2011, Fitz & the Tantrums performed the songs "MoneyGrabber" and "Don't Gotta Work It Out" on ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live in Los Angeles. In 2010 the groups music video for the song "MoneyGrabber" was incorporated into the opening scene of a sixth season episode of the CBS crime-drama Criminal Minds entitled "Safe Haven".
Fitzpatrick has said that the band's musical style can be fairly described as "soul-influenced indie pop". He noted that while the band is influenced by the classic songs of the Motown and Stax record labels, the band is not trying to create an exact replica of that music. In another interview, Fitzpatrick talked about his decision to not use guitars in the band. "I did want to try and make a big sounding record without guitars," he said. "For me, I just feel like in any music that has a band, the guitar is always there, it's always featured, it's always prevalent. I'm just sick of hearing it."
In 2012, the band signed to Elektra Records, and started to record their major-label debut More Than Just A Dream, which will be released on May 7, 2013.
Get Away
Fitz and the Tantrums Lyrics
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Hole in the moon
Talking my number, silent storm through
I get a hit off
I get a kick off
Being here with you
Oh
I heed the touch of the wind
I took control of
I wanna get off
Faster, faster, move girl!
Here I go
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
Break in the road
Sun on my heels
Focus on the wild open barren spaces
I get a kick off
I get a hit off
Being here with you
Oh
I feel the warmth of the rain
Dancing on the dust of the burning pavement
I lose control of
I wanna get off
Faster, faster, watch out!
Here I go
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
And this place that I'm running to
And this feeling I'm needing you
Gets me higher and higher
It's the fast life, fast pace
Take me, take me, get away!
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
In "Get Away," Fitz and The Tantrums sing about the exhilaration of being with someone who makes you feel alive and taking risks when you're in their presence. The opening lines, "Fog in my light, hole in the moon," create an image of disorientation and mystery, setting the tone for the escapism that follows. The lyrics paint a picture of driving fast, feeling the wind and the rain, and chasing after a feeling that you can't get enough of. The chorus, with its repeated calls to "get away," captures the desire to escape from the mundane and ordinary to something more thrilling and exciting.
The second verse describes the freedom and adventure that come with breaking away from the monotony of everyday life. The "break in the road" and the "wild open barren spaces" hint at the idea of taking a journey into the unknown. The repeated refrain of "I get a kick off, I get a hit off, being here with you" suggests that the thrill of danger might be tied to the pleasure of being with this person. Ultimately, the song is an ode to living life to the fullest and embracing the excitement of the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Fog in my light
I feel like something is blocking my path
Hole in the moon
I see an emptiness in the night sky
Talking my number, silent storm through
I'm going about my business but there is a sense of unease or tension in my surroundings
I get a hit off
I feel a surge of excitement or energy
I get a kick off
I feel a rush of adrenaline
Being here with you
Everything feels more exciting and thrilling when I'm with you
Oh
An expression of heightened emotion or excitement
I heed the touch of the wind
I am attuned to the sensory experiences around me
Scratching on the wheels of the burning pavement
The sound of tires on asphalt adds to the intensity of the moment
I took control of
I am in charge of my own destiny
I wanna get off
I'm feeling restless and eager to move forward
Faster, faster, move girl!
Encouragement to push forward and make things happen quickly
Here I go
I'm ready to make my move and take action
Woah
An expression of surprise or excitement
Come on let me hear you say
Invitation to share in the excitement of the moment
Yeah
Affirmation or agreement
The thrill has got a hold on me
I am completely caught up in the excitement of the moment
Take me on and get away
I'm ready to embrace the adventure and escape from my current situation
Break in the road
An obstacle or challenge in the path ahead
Sun on my heels
The sun is setting behind me, indicating that time is running out
Focus on the wild open barren spaces
I am looking ahead at new opportunities, even if they appear empty or desolate
I feel the warmth of the rain
The rain represents a refreshing change, and I am open to its energy
Dancing on the dust of the burning pavement
The combination of rain and asphalt creates a beautiful and exciting sense of motion
I lose control of
I am swept up in the moment and may not have complete control over my actions
I wanna get off
I am eager to rebel against my current situation and embrace something new
Faster, faster, watch out!
The sense of danger is increasing, but I am still eager to move forward
And this place that I'm running to
I am seeking a new destination or experience
And this feeling I'm needing you
My desire for adventure and excitement is intertwined with my love for you
Gets me higher and higher
Each new experience or moment of excitement elevates my mood and energy level
It's the fast life, fast pace
I am embracing the fast pace of change and new experiences
Take me, take me, get away!
I am ready to leave my current situation behind and embark on a new adventure
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Jeremy Ruzumna, John Wicks, Joseph Karnes, Noelle Scaggs, James Hacking, Michael Fitzpatrick, Chris Seefried
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Shiranui
Fog in my light
Hole in the moon
Talking my number, silent storm through
I get a hit off
I get a kick off
Being here with you
Oh
I heed the touch of the wind
Scratching on the wheels of the burning pavement
I took control of
I wanna get off
Faster, faster, move girl!
Here I go
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
Break in the road
Sun on my heels
Focus on the wild open barren spaces
I get a kick off
I get a hit off
Being here with you
Oh
I feel the warmth of the rain
Dancing on the dust of the burning pavement
I lose control of
I wanna get off
Faster, faster, watch out!
Here I go
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
And this place that I'm running to
And this feeling I'm needing you
Gets me higher and higher
It's the fast life, fast pace
Take me, take me, get away!
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
Shiranui
Fog in my light
Hole in the moon
Talking my number, silent storm through
I get a hit off
I get a kick off
Being here with you
Oh
I heed the touch of the wind
Scratching on the wheels of the burning pavement
I took control of
I wanna get off
Faster, faster, move girl!
Here I go
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
Break in the road
Sun on my heels
Focus on the wild open barren spaces
I get a kick off
I get a hit off
Being here with you
Oh
I feel the warmth of the rain
Dancing on the dust of the burning pavement
I lose control of
I wanna get off
Faster, faster, watch out!
Here I go
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
And this place that I'm running to
And this feeling I'm needing you
Gets me higher and higher
It's the fast life, fast pace
Take me, take me, get away!
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
Woah
Come on let me hear you say
Yeah
The thrill has got a hold on me
Woah
Take me on and get away
Yeah
Come on let me hear you say
Kevin Miller
This entire album is really good and I just love all these videos with the neon heart. They may not the real music video, but I love them still.
JJ
Been stuck in my head all day! 😝
Sydney Sandoval
i'm glad the brightness of the heart coincides with the beat of the music
Christopher Logue
Killing it
absentt_
WHy is fitz and the tantrums so underrated?????? god this band deserves so much more recognition than it gets
SkilDS
Fr
superdataa
hey, i mean one of their songs, handclap, was featured in the despicable me 3 trailer, so they did get the attention they deserve
absentt_
@superdataa at the time i didnt know they made that song LOL i made that comment two years ago, thank u tho
superdataa
@absentt_ np lol