A mural time-lapse video of the "Supermodel" album art being painted on the side of a building in the band’s native Los Angeles was released to promote the song and album on January 13, 2014.
"'Coming of Age was the last song we wrote for the record, we wrote it in the studio while we were recording. It kind of came out of nowhere, which songs do sometimes. It’s kind of funny, it’s the last song we wrote and recorded and it is the first song everybody is going to hear.
Lyrically it is almost a confession. It is about a moment of clarity, having a moment of clarity and I think for me this year, being home, was that quiet after the storm of touring for two years and my life drastically changing.
It was kind of the first breath I had to really look around and see that there were some things that happened during that period with my friends and with my loved ones, with the people that are close to me and with myself as well. It is the first time that I got a clear look on those things and that’s kind of what the song is about. It’s about growing up.'"
- Mark to XFM Radio London
Coming of Age
Foster the People Lyrics
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And you got those crying eyes
Makes me wanna surrender and wrap you in my arms
You know I try to live without regrets
I'm always moving forward and not looking back
But I tend to leave a trail of dead, while I'm moving ahead
So I'm stepping away
'Cause I got nothing to say
Feels like, feels like it's coming
It feels like, feels like
Like a coming of age
Feels like, feels like it's coming
It feels like, feels like a coming of age
And when my fear pulls me out to sea
And the stars are hidden by my pride and my enemies
I seem to hurt the people that I care the most
Just like an animal I protect my pride
When I'm too bruised to fight
And even when I'm wrong I tend to think I'm right
Well I'm bored of the game
And too tired to rage
Feels like, feels like it's coming
It feels like, feels like
Like a coming of age
Feels like, feels like it's coming
It feels like, feels like a coming of age
Feels like, feels like it's coming
It feels like, feels like
Like a coming of age
Feels like, feels like it's coming
It feels like, feels like a coming of age
Feels like, feels like it's coming
It feels like, feels like
Like a coming of age
Feels like, feels like it's coming
It feels like, feels like a coming of age
The lyrics of Foster the People's Coming of Age revolve around the theme of growing up and maturing, and the challenges that come with it. The opening lines depict someone standing there looking like a "rabid dog" with crying eyes, illustrating a sense of vulnerability and desperation. The singer expresses a desire to help and protect them, but also admits that they tend to leave a trail of destruction behind them as they move forward. The chorus expresses the feeling that something significant is happening, like an inevitable coming of age.
The second verse delves deeper into the challenges of growing up. The singer describes a fear that pulls them out to sea, and how their pride and enemies hide the stars. They confess that they hurt the people they care about most and compare themselves to an animal protecting their pride. Finally, they admit that even when they are wrong, they tend to believe that they are right, demonstrating the stubbornness and defiance that often accompanies adolescence.
Overall, the song is a reflection on the struggles and growth that come with maturing, and the inevitability of change.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I see ya standing there like a rabid dog
I see you standing there with an intense energy, like a wild animal.
And you got those crying eyes
Your eyes look like you've been crying, showing you're vulnerable.
Makes me wanna surrender and wrap you in my arms
I want to comfort and protect you from the world.
You know I try to live without regrets
I aim to live life without worrying about past mistakes.
I'm always moving forward and not looking back
I focus on the future and not the past.
But I tend to leave a trail of dead, while I'm moving ahead
As I move on, I may neglect or hurt the people that were once important to me.
So I'm stepping away
I'm distancing myself from the people I may have hurt.
'Cause I got nothing to say
I don't have anything to justify my actions or words.
Feels like, feels like it's coming
I have a sense that a change or realization is near.
Like a coming of age
Similar to the transition from adolescence to adulthood, a significant change is happening.
And when my fear pulls me out to sea
My fear can take control of me, making me feel lost and directionless.
And the stars are hidden by my pride and my enemies
My ego and the people who dislike me can cloud my judgement and obscure my goals.
I seem to hurt the people that I care the most
I often hurt the people that I love and care for.
Just like an animal I protect my pride
My pride is a primal instinct, like an animal protecting its territory.
When I'm too bruised to fight
When I'm emotionally or physically hurt, I can't continue to fight.
And even when I'm wrong I tend to think I'm right
Even if I'm mistaken, I often hold on to my beliefs.
Well I'm bored of the game
I'm tired of playing the same role/pattern.
And too tired to rage
I don't have the energy or passion to continue fighting the same battles.
Feels like, feels like it's coming
Again, I have a sense that a change is coming.
Like a coming of age
Like before, a change or realization is near.
Feels like, feels like it's coming
For the third time, I strongly feel that something is about to change.
Like a coming of age
Just like before, this change is similar to reaching a new level of maturity or growth.
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ISOM DAVID INNIS, JACOB FINK, MARK FOSTER, MARK ANDREW PONTIUS, PAUL EPWORTH, SEAN CIMINO
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[Verse 1]
Well, I see you standing there like a rabid dog
And you got those crying eyes
Makes me wanna surrender and wrap you in my arms
You know I try to live without regrets
I'm always moving forward and not looking back
But I tend to leave a trail of dead while I'm moving ahead
[Pre-Chorus 1]
And so I'm steppin' away
'Cause I got nothin' to say
[Chorus 1]
Feels like, feels like it's comin'
It feels like, feels like a coming of age (It's like a coming of age)
Feels like, feels like it's comin'
Feels like, feels like a coming of age
[Verse 2]
And when my fear pulls me out to sea
And the stars are hidden by my pride and my enemies
I seem to hurt the people that care the most
Just like an animal, I protect my pride
When I'm too bruised to fight
And even when I'm wrong, I tend to think I'm right
[Pre-Chorus 2]
Well, I'm bored of the game
And too tired to rage
[Chorus 2]
Feels like, feels like it's comin'
It feels like, feels like a coming of age (It's like a coming of age)
It feels like, feels like it's comin'
It feels like, feels like a coming of age (And I'm burning the page)
[Chorus 1]
Feels like, feels like it's comin'
It feels like, feels like a coming of age (It's like a coming of age)
It feels like, feels like it's comin'
It feels like, feels like a coming of age
[Instrumental]
[Chorus 3]
It feels like, feels like a coming of age (Yeah, it's like a coming of age)
Feels like, feels like it's comin'
It feels like, feels like a coming of age (Like a coming of age)
Feels like, feels like it's comin'
It feels like, feels like a coming of age (It's like a coming of age)
Feels like, feels like it's comin'
It feels like, feels like a coming of age...
@dannaalquati
When I was 16 I was obsessed with Foster The People and I had the album Supermodel. I would put it everytime in the car with my godfather (who raised me with my mom, he was like a dad to me). He always asked me “put the third song, I like that one, is my favorite”. Coming of Age was the song. He passed away 6 days ago and listening to this song takes me back to these beautiful moments ❤️
@ailenciccarelli8906
He sure was a great man and father💜
@Foresito41
Damn, no esperaba que fuera un comentario tan reciente. Espero esta canción te de su recuerdo, y en especial, un recuerdo hermoso y bueno. Hermosa canción.
@LuisNobody512
Me acuerdo que durante mi adolescencia FTP fue una de mis bandas fav, es y siguen siendo una fuerte influencia, y me acuerdo que mi mama me compro el CD en el aeropuerto de maiquetia, la cancion cada vez cobra mas sentido ahora que estoy en mis early 20's
@sportsfntc
My condolensces
@timmyjones1921
Kool
@ryn_eckert
THIS is the type of music that should be on the radio. It has meaning, it's genuine, it's groovy. It appeals to so many people and it's the type of nostalgic music that you'll listen to years from now and remember all the good times you had while listening to it. Love this band more than words can say.
@lilbeviltwin
Katie Dunlap where are you from? because where I'm from they do play it on the radio .
@ryn_eckert
LIL B`s EVIL TWIN Nashville! It's all mainstream or indie bands from Nashville on the radio.
@watcharapol5347
Katie Dunlap I agree