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.
L.O.V.
Fitz and the Tantrums Lyrics
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When the world is crumbling' down
And all the fears that you face in the mirror
Ooh baby look out
They say
L.o.v. for you and me its just the way its gotta be
L.o.v. for you and me its just the way its gotta be
Oh when love come round
Love is a feelin'
Feel the words of love
Hold these words as the sweetest embrace
And Try come on try
I don't believe that you've given up on love
I'm hoping that you'll come around
It's the fear that you know but you gotta let go
So baby please don't doubt
They say
L.o.v. for you and me its just the way its gotta be
L.o.v. for you and me its just the way its gotta be
Love is a feelin'
Feel the words of love
Hold these words as the sweetest embrace
And Try come on try
Oh baby, you know, its gonna be alright
If you could find your way back home
I'd never ever ever let you go
Love is a feelin'
Feel the words of love
Hold these words as the sweetest embrace
Try come on try
The lyrics of Fitz and the Tantrums' song L.O.V. showcase a sense of disbelief towards the power of love. The first verse explains that in times of hardship, when the world is crumbling down, it's challenging to believe in something so intangible as love. The lyrics emphasize that the fears we face ourselves can become too overwhelming, and it's easy to want to give up on love. Despite this, the chorus asserts that L.O.V. is the way it's got to be for "you and me." The repetition of this phrase reiterates that love must persevere, and it's our only hope of fighting against the world's chaos.
The second verse emphasizes that the lyrics mainly target someone who has given up on love. The lyrics suggest that they have to let go of their fears to believe in love again. The lyrics argue that love is not just a concept, but a feeling that one has to hold onto tightly. The chorus once again emphasizes the importance of L.O.V. by being the "way it's gotta be" for "you and me." The bridge reassures the person that they will be okay. If they can find their way back to love, the singer promises to never let them go. The song concludes by reiterating that love is a feeling that we must hold onto and keep trying.
Line by Line Meaning
I Don't believe in the power of love
The singer is expressing their disbelief in the power of love.
When the world is crumbling' down
The singer believes that love is powerless in the face of chaos and disaster.
And all the fears that you face in the mirror
The singer is acknowledging the personal fears and doubts that can hinder someone's ability to feel love.
Ooh baby look out
The artist is warning someone to be careful, possibly because the person is opening themselves up to love.
They say
An undefined group of people is offering an opinion or advice.
L.o.v. for you and me its just the way its gotta be
Love is an inevitability for the singer and their partner.
Oh when love come round
Love is an event or occurrence that can take place in someone's life.
Love is a feelin'
The artist defines love as an emotional state or sensation.
Feel the words of love
The artist urges someone to listen to expressions of love and allow themselves to feel it.
Hold these words as the sweetest embrace
The artist suggests that expressions of love are akin to physical embraces, and should be held onto as such.
And Try come on try
The singer is encouraging someone to keep trying to feel love or give love a chance.
I don't believe that you've given up on love
The artist is expressing their belief that someone hasn't completely given up on love.
I'm hoping that you'll come around
The singer is expressing their desire for someone to eventually open themselves up to love.
It's the fear that you know but you gotta let go
The singer acknowledges that fear can be a hindrance to feeling love, but that someone needs to move past it to experience it.
So baby please don't doubt
The singer is reassuring someone that they should have faith in love.
Oh baby, you know, its gonna be alright
The artist is reassuring someone that they will be okay, possibly in regards to a relationship.
If you could find your way back home
The artist is urging someone to come back to a place of love, or possibly a relationship they have left behind.
I'd never ever ever let you go
The singer is expressing their commitment to never letting go of someone they love.
Try come on try
The singer is encouraging someone to keep trying to feel love or give love a chance.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: CHRIS SEEFRIED, MICHAEL FITZPATRICK
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I Don't believe in the power of love
when the world is crumblin' down
and all the fears that you face in the mirror
ooh baby look out
they say
l.o.v. for you and me its just the way its gotta be
l.o.v. for you and me its just the way its gotta be
OOh when love come round
Love is a feelin'
Feel the words of love
Hold these words as the sweetest embrace
And Try come on try
I don't believe that you've given up on love
I'm hoping that you'll come around
It's the fear that you know but you gotta let go
So baby please don't doubt
they say
l.o.v. for you and me its just the way its gotta be
l.o.v. for you and me its just the way its gotta be
Love is a feelin'
Feel the words of love
Hold these words as the sweetest embrace
And Try come on try
OOh baby, you know, its gonna be alright
If you could find your way back home
I'd never ever ever let you go
Love is a feelin'
Feel the words of love
Hold these words as the sweetest embrace
Try come on try
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@tippiejax
The complexities and layers of the song are amazing. It’s like there are TWO choruses. Beyond anything I’ve heard since bands like Queen or early Elton. Putting the R&B & dance vibe into it makes it beyond unique. I feel like I’m listening to the perfect song from the most talented musicians ever.
@asimo3030
Yep this album is amazing, its a shame they gave up this sound
@ckl9543
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@maddievarias2490
How is this not a hit?!?!
@wolfmansachs8925
Maddie Jane It is! Heard it at Panera Bread a few weeks ago thinking it was an oldies. But it sounds like Fitz so I googled it. Now I'm here!
@PornoCorner
This one actually does play on the radio :)
@choochoocharlotte5872
Their music is vintage to me, I love their style very much <3
@TheDominikk14
I HAVE NEVER HEARD MORE HAPPY FULL SONG THAN THIS. SIMPLY I LOVE THIS BAND
@michaelvassallo7734
I love it, too!
@djunknownn.
Out of my league baby