Floater's regional success was noticed by Elemental Records, who put out their first full-length record, "Sink" in 1994. That same year Floater began a string of sold out shows at the Community Center for the Performing Arts (The WOW Hall) that is still unbroken to this day.
In 1995 Floater released "Glyph" and toured the country for the next two years supporting the record. The single, "Danny Boy" received heavy college and commercial radio play, in many cities outselling major label releases. Floater received nominations to the preliminary level of the Grammy's from NARAS (National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences) in 1995 under Best Rock Performance for "Sink" and in 1996 under Best Alternative Performance for "Glyph." (Prelims are determined by nominations from the NARAS members).
In 1998, following their move to Portland, Oregon (where the band currently resides), Floater released their third full-length record, "Angels in the Flesh and Devils in the Bone." The second concept album by the band ("Sink" was the first), "Angel's" brought a new vibe to Floater. It wasn't long before widespread audiences came to embrace what has now become the band's trademark - their versatility.
September of 2000 brought the release of Floater's fourth full- length record, "Burning Sosobra"; a musical collection that explores the band's broad range of song writing. Following its release, the band began to perform live acoustically. Both the band and the fans enjoyed this new avenue of performance that allowed the "quieter" side of Floater to emerge and be explored. Of late, the band has begun playing shows where acoustic Floater opens for electric Floater - giving a sort of Jekyll and Hyde feel to their performances.
In 2002 Floater released their most critically acclaimed record to date, "Alter." Combining the bands strongest musical elements, "Alter" moves fluidly from heavy riffs to lullabies and tells flowing stories of fear, love and above all change.
August of 2004 - The release of the band's acoustic record, "Acoustics." Fans of Floater's electric shows responded with enthusiasm to the band's occasional acoustic performance - with their record label's encouragement, the band put together a uniquely recorded album - one that mimics the sound of their actual performances. Recorded in a studio built in the ballroom of their producers house, the record was made without digital editing and has a fresh, live feeling.
Floater is also the name of a late nineties indiepop band from Sheffield, UK. They briefly rename themselves Floater UK before later reforming as Dangerlust.
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Floater Lyrics
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Moving like sixteen satellite pictures.
She came in loaded again,
And the taste of the night was on her tongue.
She sang, "Take another look now, my friend...
Take another look now, my friend.
You're the one (who said) to take a break and not bend,
Take another look, take another look now,
Take another look, take another look now."
I know how all of this goes...
The wine and the laughter flows.
You push hand into flame,
You push hand into the flame and you watch it like a movie.
Burn, watch it burn!
Can you feel something's wrong?
Your body and soul are telling you something.
(They say) time heals all wounds,
But it's up to us to make the new ones,
And we make 'em like this.
Make 'em just like this.
The glory of the dawn...
We may be the few who see.
Some know right from wrong,
But not you or me.
Down deep inside of me there must be worth,
Buried underneath all of the Astro-turf.
But I just can't believe it, and I just keep on singing.
My candle burns at both its ends, and it will not last the night.
For all my foes and all my friends, it sheds a lovely light, like this...
Did it, had it, read that book man!
Did it, had it, read it!
I know how all of this goes.
I know how all of this goes.
The opening lines of "She came in loaded again" suggests that the person mentioned in the song has been struggling with addiction. They are portrayed as someone who frequently indulges in vices, as seen through the metaphor of "moving like sixteen satellite pictures." The repetition of the phrase "Take another look now, my friend" emphasizes the need for introspection and self-reflection. The singer is trying to make the person see that they are the one who said to take a break and not bend, but now they seem to be doing the opposite.
The chorus of "I know how all of this goes" points towards a sense of disillusionment with self-destructive behavior. The repetition of "You push hand into the flame/And you watch it like a movie" suggests that the person is aware of the harm they are causing themselves, but still finds a sick fascination with it. The lines "Can you feel something's wrong?/Your body and soul are telling you something" further reinforce the idea that the person needs to confront their destructive behavior.
The final lines of the song showcase a sense of hopelessness. The singer seems to be struggling with their own inner demons, and despite the feeling that there is worth buried deep inside, they cannot bring themselves to believe it. The metaphor of the candle burning at both ends and shedding a lovely light for all its foes and friends suggests that one can still make a positive impact, even if they are struggling with their own personal demons.
Line by Line Meaning
She came in loaded again.
She arrived under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Moving like sixteen satellite pictures.
She was moving erratically or disjointedly.
And the taste of the night was on her tongue.
She still had the remnants of the night's activities in her mouth.
She sang, "Take another look now, my friend...
She suggested that the listener reconsider a previous decision or action.
You're the one (who said) to take a break and not bend,
The listener previously advised caution or taking a break.
Take another look, take another look now,
She repeated her advice to the listener to reconsider.
I know how all of this goes...
She knows what's going to happen next based on experience.
You push hand into flame,
The listener engages in risky behavior or self-destructive actions despite the risks.
Burn, watch it burn!
She commands the listener to watch the consequences of their actions unfold.
Can you feel something's wrong?
She asks the listener if they can sense that their behavior is misguided.
Your body and soul are telling you something.
She believes that the listener's instincts are warning them of danger.
But it's up to us to make the new ones,
She believes that individuals have the power to create their own future.
And we make 'em like this.
She recognizes that people create new problems like they did in the past.
We may be the few who see.
She suggests that she and the listener are part of a small group who understand the truth.
But not you or me.
She clarifies that the majority of people do not understand the situation.
Down deep inside of me there must be worth,
She believes that there is value inside of her.
Buried underneath all of the Astro-turf.
She suggests that her true potential is hidden beneath a façade or artificial layer.
But I just can't believe it, and I just keep on singing.
She admits to doubting her potential despite continuing to express herself.
My candle burns at both its ends, and it will not last the night.
She acknowledges that she is burning out quickly and will not survive much longer.
For all my foes and all my friends, it sheds a lovely light, like this...
She believes that she has made an impact on both friends and foes, regardless of the outcome.
Did it, had it, read that book man!
She encourages the listener to broaden their horizons and try new things.
I know how all of this goes.
She repeats her earlier statement, indicating that her experiences have taught her what to expect.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: KARL FLASTER, VITTORIO GIANNINI
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sharklol59
Dude, thank you so much for posting this album! Honestly, thank you a thousand times! Cheers! :D
Goonzie
Yes, thank you for posting!! I love this freaking song!! Floater rocks!!!
Brian Nowdesha
I know how all of this goes...watch it like movie. Still here. Still me. Thanks guys for speaking the words I could not and making them feel it.
Chris Wilcox
Floater reminds me a lot of Primus in the sense that Rob is a super badass bassist as well as the vocalist and David, like Ler, is super underrated. I mean listen to the man play; sick ass riffs and yet never in a discussion for best guitarist? What the fuck?
Ron Jamroz
Floater for president 2020, at least we will want to hear!
GwenDylan
One thousand... and TWO views!