Michael Todd Berland and Christian Novelli have been releasing music together as Fox Academy since 2012. Their sound is characterized by drowsy and adventurous indie rock, appealing to fans of American Pleasure Club, Alex G, Strange Ranger and Oso Oso. Their approach to bedroom pop carries a distinct woodsy quality, often interweaving pop culture references and subtle humor amidst the prevailing melancholic vibes. Notably, their album Angel Hair, released in July 2019, features tracks titled "NASCAR" and "Property Brothers," with an opening line that humorously states, "I got metal in my headphones, metal in my face, I put metal in the microwave."
The duo released their first full album, "Luxury Beverage," in January 2015, followed by their second album, "Saint Molly," in April 2017. In 2020, Fox Academy presented their full-length documentary film titled "Late Nite Saints." The movie captures their exploration of the Pacific Northwest, seeking beauty and miracles in unexpected places. With a hypnotic ambient quality reminiscent of their music, this film provides a glimpse into the duo's lives.
In September 2020, Fox Academy released their fourth album "rabbit." The collection comprises hazy guitar tracks brimming with emotion and musical ingenuity. While an underlying emo sentiment is present, expressed through lyrics like "Nothing hurts like growing up" and "I hope that I see you tomorrow" in the final songs, the overall aesthetic leans toward a homemade, lo-fi slowcore sound. While guest appearances, including Jordana on the mellow electronic slow jam "Luck," are sprinkled throughout the album, "rabbit" primarily provides a window into the shared mindset of two friends who have embraced the subdued spirit of the times while upholding a longstanding DIY tradition.
goodbye my love
Fox Academy Lyrics
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i wish things were different
dont spend your time
with someone that doesnt deserve it
goodbye my love
ill spend all my money
but i wont see you
i wont see you at all
now i want to die
In the song "Goodbye My Love" by Fox Academy, the lyrics tell the story of a person who wishes things were different with their love interest. They are advising their love interest to not waste their time with someone who does not deserve it. The person is saying goodbye to their love, ready to spend all their money but will not see them again. Towards the end, the person expresses the feeling of wanting to die.
The lyrics portray a sense of longing and regret of the love that the person cannot have. They somehow acknowledge the fact that their love interest deserves someone better, and they are willing to let go. The line "now I want to die" shows how deeply hurt and pained the person is in letting go of their love.
The song also showcases the human nature of making mistakes in love and relationships. It highlights how it can lead to heartbreak and regret, which can be damaging and make one feel like they do not want to go on living anymore.
Line by Line Meaning
goodbye my love
Farewell my beloved one
i wish things were different
I regret that things must end this way
dont spend your time
Do not invest your precious time
with someone that doesnt deserve it
With someone who is not worthy of it
goodbye my love
Farewell my beloved one
ill spend all my money
I will exhaust all my financial resources
but i wont see you
But I will never get to see you again
i wont see you at all
I will forever be deprived of the sight of you
if you want something, you try
If you desire something, you give it your best effort
now i want to die
Now I am consumed by despondency and crave death
Contributed by Aiden P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.