Their music initially featured many influences from 60s psychedelia, played with a rough lo-fi abandon. They self-released several EPs and albums between 2007 and 2011, including "30 track space opera" Jurassic Exxplosion Philippic, most of which are by now scarcely available. In 2011, they met producer/songwriter Richard Swift after handing him one of their EPs, and Swift would go on to work with them for some subsequent albums. After being signed to Jagjaguwar Records, Take the Kids Off Broadway, was released as their debut album on July 24, 2012. On January 22, 2013, they released their second album, We Are the 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace & Magic. This album was produced by Richard Swift and recorded at his National Freedom studios.
For each album Foxygen 'chooses' a different era in music history to focus themselves on. We Are the 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace & Magic is based on the sixties, ...And Star Power was seventies and their newest release Hang is based on the forties.
Album discographyJurrassic Exxplosion Phillipic (2007)Take the Kids Off Broadway (2011)We Are the 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace & Magic (2013)...And Star Power (2014)Hang (2017)Seeing Other People (2019)
On Blue Mountain
Foxygen Lyrics
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I was looking at a call
If you try you can remember
That what you see is just what you know
So I hide my feelings, yeah, for you, to find
I was climbing up the mountain
Said I need someone that change to say
Oh, wherever you go
Whatever you do, I'll be waiting
Wherever you go
Whatever you do, I'll be waiting, for you
We can live on the mountain
Like living in the sunset
We can live on this, true
We can live on the mountain
Like living in the sunset
I wanna live on the mountain, blue
I was looking through the bible
I was there at the show, I
Oh, don't really wanna loose these here, come radio
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
For you, to find
We can live on the mountain
Like living in the sunset
We can live on this, true
We can live there for listen
Like children on the swing set
I wanna live on the mountain, blue
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together.
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together.
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together.
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together.
Up the mountain, up the mountain
Up the mountain, up the mountain
Up the mountain, up the mountain
Up the mountain, up the mountain
Up the mountain, up the mountain
Up the mountain, up the mountain
Up the mountain, put the pieces back together.
The first verse of Foxygen's "On Blue Mountain" starts with a reference to looking through the Bible, which could allude to searching for a sense of direction or guidance. The singer suggests that when we see things, we perceive them through the framework of our own knowledge and experience. Furthermore, the chorus makes it clear that they have a strong attachment to the person they're addressing; they'll be waiting for them no matter what they do or where they go. The second verse approaches the idea of change and how the singer seems to be asking for someone to change in order to provide them with a sense of stability. They want to live on the mountain, where they can find peace, and they want this person to be with them. In the bridge, the song becomes more explicit about how the mountain represents a place of safety, where one can heal and put things back together.
The lyrics of "On Blue Mountain" aren't entirely clear, which leads to various explanations and interpretations. While some have argued that the song is highly religious in content, others believe it's more about finding one's way in the world and the importance of support from those around us. The references to the Bible could be an indication of this - the singer is looking for wisdom and guidance, but finds comfort and clarity in their connection to another person. Overall, the song emphasizes the value of emotional connection and the role that we can play in each other's lives, even if we sometimes need help finding our way.
Line by Line Meaning
I was looking through the bible
The singer was searching for guidance or answers in their life.
I was looking at a call
The singer was considering making a decision or taking a specific action.
If you try you can remember
The singer suggests that memories are not lost, but can be recalled with effort.
That what you see is just what you know
The artist asserts that our prior experiences shape our perception of the world.
So I hide my feelings, yeah, for you, to find
The artist conceals their emotions, but hopes that the intended recipient will uncover them anyway.
I was climbing up the mountain
The singer is facing a difficult challenge or obstacle in their life.
Said I need someone that change to say
The singer wishes for someone to provide them with encouragement or support in their journey.
Whatever you do, I'll be waiting, for you
The artist promises to be there for someone no matter what decisions they make or paths they choose.
We can live on the mountain
The artist sees living on the mountain as a metaphor for living a peaceful, fulfilling life.
Like living in the sunset
The artist envisions a serene existence similar to watching a beautiful sunset every day.
We can live on this, true
The singer believes that this mountain lifestyle is possible and attainable.
I wanna live on the mountain, blue
The artist personally desires and strives for this idyllic life on the mountain.
I was there at the show
The singer was present at an event or activity.
Oh, don't really wanna loose these here, come radio
The singer wants to hold onto something, possibly a memory or emotional connection, that they associate with the radio.
We can live there for listen
The singer visualizes living on the mountain as a peaceful environment for contemplation and appreciation of nature.
Like children on the swing set
The artist imagines living on the mountain as a carefree existence, similar to playing on a swing set like a child.
Up the mountain, god will save us
The artist puts their faith in a higher power to help them overcome their struggles.
Put the pieces back together
The singer hopes for restoration or healing of something that has been broken or damaged.
Up the mountain, up the mountain
The singer repeats the notion of climbing a mountain, emphasizing the magnitude of the challenge they face.
Lyrics © SC PUBLISHING DBA SECRETLY CANADIAN PUB., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jonathan Rado, Sam France
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Lyrics (in case anyone tried looking):
I was looking through the bible
I was looking at a call
If you try you can remember
That what you see is just what you know
So I hide my feelings, yeah, for you, to find
I was climbing up the mountain
Said I need someone that change to say
I need someone
Oh, wherever you go
Whatever you do, I'll be waiting
Wherever you go
Whatever you do, I'll be waiting, for you
We can live on the mountain
Like living in the sunset
We can live on this ...true
We can live there for listen
Like children on the swingset
I wanna live on the mountain, blue
I was looking through the bible
I was there at the show, I
Oh, don't really wanna loose these here, come radio
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
For you, to find
We can live on the mountain
Like living in the sunset
We can live on this ...true
We can live there for listen
Like children on the swingset
I wanna live on the mountain, blue
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together.
תומר סימנטוב
lyrics :
I was looking through the Bible
I was looking at it go
If you try, you can't remember
That what you see is just what you know
So I hide my feelings, yeah, for you to find on Blue Mountain
I was climbing up Blue Mountain
Said, I need someone that change to say I need someone
(I need it, I need it, I need it, I need it)
Oh, wherever you go, whatever you do, I’ll be waiting
Wherever you go, whatever you do I’ll be waiting for you
We can live on Blue Mountain
Like living in the sunset
We can live honestly and true
We can live on Blue Mountain
Like living in the sunset
I wanna live on Blue Mountain with you
I was looking through the Bible
I was there at the show
Some of that early morning blues music on the radio
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah!
For you to find, aw hot damn
We can live on blue mountain
Like living in the sunset
We can live honestly and true
We can live effortlessly
Like children on the swingset
I wanna live on Blue Mountain with you
On Blue Mountain, God will save you
Put the pieces back together
On Blue Mountain, God will save us
Put the pieces back together
On Blue Mountain, God will save you
Put the pieces, one more time
On Blue Mountain, God will save us
Put the pieces back together
On Blue Mountain, God assist you
Put the pieces back to—
On Blue Mountain, God will save us
Put the pieces back together
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((Actual Lyrics))
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I was looking through the Bible
I was looking at it go
If you try, you can't remember
That what you see is just what you know
So I hide my feelings, yeah, for you to find on Blue Mountain
I was climbing up Blue Mountain
Said, I need someone that change to say I need someone
(I need it, I need it, I need it, I need it)
Oh, wherever you go, whatever you do, I’ll be waiting
Wherever you go, whatever you do I’ll be waiting for you
We can live on Blue Mountain
Like living in the sunset
We can live honestly and true
We can live on Blue Mountain
Like living in the sunset
I wanna live on Blue Mountain with you
I was looking through the Bible
I was there at the show
Some of that early morning blues music on the radio
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah!
For you to find, aw hot damn
We can live on blue mountain
Like living in the sunset
We can live honestly and true
We can live effortlessly
Like children on the swingset
I wanna live on Blue Mountain with you
On Blue Mountain, God will save you
Put the pieces back together
On Blue Mountain, God will save us
Put the pieces back together
On Blue Mountain, God will save you
Put the pieces, one more time
On Blue Mountain, God will save us
Put the pieces back together
On Blue Mountain, God assist you
Put the pieces back to—
On Blue Mountain, God will save us
Put the pieces back togethe
Music Lover
I don't care if it sounds like other things, it's flippin' brilliant.
Justin Simmons
@jackson zeuner Agreed though I love this track. TTKOB is a better overall project in my opinion, but this LP is great in it's own right.
Justin Simmons
@jackson zeuner Jack zeuner holy shit. Fuckin love Pluto, man.
jackson zeuner
@Justin Simmons its a brilliant track
jackson zeuner
@Justin Simmons it all comes down to if the song is compelling
Justin Simmons
@nocontextvic they're kind of like a pastiche band. That's what they've always done and continue to do to this day.
Edit: just wanted to indicate that I don't give a fuck that they do that and they're one of my favorite bands because of it.
Russ Fischer
When your rock-fu is this powerful, you can make a musical nod to Under My Thumb and Suspicious Minds and it comes off not as stealing, but pure awesomeness.
M B
I heard Suspicious Minds for the first time recently and my immediate reaction was "Wait a damn minute! It's that Foxygen song!" Hahaha!
iia666
listening to foxygen's entire discography this morning. fantastic
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Lyrics (in case anyone tried looking):
I was looking through the bible
I was looking at a call
If you try you can remember
That what you see is just what you know
So I hide my feelings, yeah, for you, to find
I was climbing up the mountain
Said I need someone that change to say
I need someone
Oh, wherever you go
Whatever you do, I'll be waiting
Wherever you go
Whatever you do, I'll be waiting, for you
We can live on the mountain
Like living in the sunset
We can live on this ...true
We can live there for listen
Like children on the swingset
I wanna live on the mountain, blue
I was looking through the bible
I was there at the show, I
Oh, don't really wanna loose these here, come radio
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
For you, to find
We can live on the mountain
Like living in the sunset
We can live on this ...true
We can live there for listen
Like children on the swingset
I wanna live on the mountain, blue
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together
Up the mountain, god will save us
Put the pieces back together.