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.
Waiting for the Sun
Floater Lyrics
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Standing there, on freedom shores.
Waiting for the sun, waiting for the sun, waiting for the sun.
Can you feel it, now that spring has come,
that it's time to live in the scattered sun.
Waiting...for...the sun.
Waiting...waiting...waiting...waiting...
Waiting...waiting...waiting...waiting...
Waiting for you to come along...
Waiting for you to hear my song...
Waiting for you to come along...oh yeah!...
Waiting for you to tell me what went wrong.
This is the strangest life I've ever known...Ooh!
The lyrics to Floater's song "Waiting for the Sun" describe the exciting and hopeful feeling of being on the cusp of something new and good. The first line, "At first flash of Eden, we raced down to the sea," sets the scene of a rush of excitement at the promise of a better future. The reference to "Eden" implies a return to a place of blissful simplicity and purity, and the image of racing towards the sea creates a sense of freedom and possibility.
The repeated line "Waiting for the sun" is a metaphor for waiting for the good things in life to arrive, for the darkness to end and the light to come through. The verses that follow make reference to spring and the scattered sun, further emphasizing the idea of new beginnings and the promise of good things to come.
The final verse takes a slightly different tone, with the singer expressing a sense of loneliness and uncertainty. The line "Waiting for you to tell me what went wrong" suggests a desire for connection and understanding, and the final line - "This is the strangest life I've ever known" - hints at the complexity and confusion of the human experience.
Overall, "Waiting for the Sun" is a song about hope and anticipation, but also acknowledges the difficulties that come with waiting for something good to arrive.
Line by Line Meaning
At first flash of Eden, we raced down to the sea.
In the beginning of our creation or existence, we quickly went to the ocean.
Standing there, on freedom shores.
We were standing on the coast where we were free to explore.
Waiting for the sun, waiting for the sun, waiting for the sun.
We were anticipating the arrival of the sun, waiting in excitement.
Can you feel it, now that spring has come, that it's time to live in the scattered sun.
With winter over, we can appreciate the spring and its warmth that's scattered around us.
Waiting for the sun, waiting for the sun, waiting for the sun.
We are still eagerly anticipating the sun's arrival.
Waiting...for...the sun.
The wait for the sun feels endless.
Waiting...waiting...waiting...waiting...
We are becoming restless from waiting for so long.
Waiting for you to come along...
We are waiting for someone to join us in the wait for the sun.
Waiting for you to hear my song...
We want someone to listen to our thoughts and feelings about the wait.
Waiting for you to come along...oh yeah!...
We are excited about the possibility of having someone join us, hoping they will come soon.
Waiting for you to tell me what went wrong.
We need someone to help us understand what might have gone wrong in the wait for the sun.
This is the strangest life I've ever known...Ooh!
The wait for the sun and the uncertainty surrounding it feels like an abnormal and unusual experience.
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Rick Reynolds
Not many bands can cover a Doors song, but these guys do this so well !! I took my daughter to see this at the WOW hall her first concert, and if I remember right it was the album release party for this album.
Knut Prescott
First heard this live in Seattle. Moved me soo deep. Thanks Floater for your commitment to greatness.
FERNANDO MARINELLI
Good cover...I love this song!
TheMelancholyangel
floater has reminded me of a modern day doors since I first heard them. Its nice to hear one of my favorite bands do a cover of my all time favorite band
roezzanna818
Best band ever!!!!!!
Faith LeBoeuf
😍😍😍 amazing greatness!!