Their music features minimalistic sounds and driving beats combined with various organic instrumentation - from autoharps and ukuleles to harpsichords and dulcimers. Seyrat's breathy, soft, French-accented vocals combine hauntingly with Driscoll's in both English and French.
Their single Earthquake was released out in 2012 via their own label Caveman Arts Society.
The Wilder Mile
Freedom Fry Lyrics
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Maybe in another time
It might be silly but we know, know, know
We're down, but were not out
Part with the honoury people
Which is on another side
Drunks in the think tanks go, go, go
We'll drown before we're out
We'll be the people, staring back at the sun
Everyone, everyone
We'll be the people living while we're young
Everyone, everyone
Guess we were born for each other
Here to make the other cry
And when the empty eyes show, show, show
We'll tie them up inside
So give me more than a reason
Reaching for some other side
I fake the widest smile so, so, so
Pray again and break me out
We'll be the people, staring back at the sun
Everyone, everyone
We'll be the people living while we're young
Everyone, everyone
Head to the wilder mile
Say this is never over
Free Will, grown-up child
High as the moon is sober
We'll be the people, staring back at the sun
Everyone, everyone
We'll be the people living while we're young
Everyone, everyone
Everyone, everyone
Everyone, everyone
Oooh
In "The Wilder Mile", Freedom Fry talks about love that wasn't meant to be. The couple may have been born for each other, but perhaps it's not the right time for them yet. They remain down but not out, and even though it seems like they might drown, they won't be defeated. They have hope for the future, just like "the people staring back at the sun."
The lyrics of the song suggest that the couple has been through some difficult times and that they've hurt each other. They may have given up on each other in the past, but now they are positive towards each other. The author sings about "empty eyes" within themselves and their partner, but they also sing about tying them up inside as a form of a resolution. The author states that they have faked the widest smile, which means they may have been hiding their emotions in the past. Nonetheless, they remain hopeful, and they want more than a reason to stay together. They're grabbing for something more substantial, even if it's on the other side.
The song has a sense of romance, friendship, and hope. The lyrics suggest the possibility of a better future, regardless of what happened in the past. The phrase "the Wilder Mile" is a metaphor for excitement and unpredictability. The singer tells the subject to head for this place because "this is never over." The rest of the lyrics speak about how "we'll be the people living while we're young" and making the most of the world around us despite the challenges that we face.
Line by Line Meaning
Guess we wern't born to be lovers
We have come to the realization that we were not meant to be in a romantic relationship
Maybe in another time
It's possible that if we had met under different circumstances, things could have been different
It might be silly but we know, know, know
Although it may sound foolish, we are certain of our situation
We're down, but were not out
We may be feeling dejected, but we're not defeated
Part with the honoury people
We are separating from those who uphold certain values and ideals
Which is on another side
They stand on the opposite end of the spectrum from us
Drunks in the think tanks go, go, go
Those indulging in alcohol are actively brainstorming and creating new ideas
We'll drown before we're out
We will persevere until the very end, even if it's difficult
Guess we were born for each other
It appears that we were meant to have a profound bond with each other
Here to make the other cry
Our presence in each other's lives may cause us to feel strong emotions, including sadness
And when the empty eyes show, show, show
When we are feeling empty or unfulfilled, it is apparent in our expression
We'll tie them up inside
We will try to cope with these negative emotions internally, rather than lashing out
So give me more than a reason
I need a stronger justification to continue on this path
Reaching for some other side
I am trying to obtain something that is not currently within my grasp
I fake the widest smile so, so, so
I put on a façade of happiness, despite what I may truly be feeling
Pray again and break me out
I am hoping for divine intervention to help me escape my current situation
Head to the wilder mile
Let's venture off the beaten path and embrace a more adventurous lifestyle
Say this is never over
We are committed to seeing this journey through to the very end
Free Will, grown-up child
We have the ability to make our own choices and decide our own fate, even as adults
High as the moon is sober
We are feeling incredibly euphoric and joyful, even without the aid of drugs or alcohol
Everyone, everyone
This is a message to all people, regardless of background or status
Oooh
An added vocalization to emphasize the emotional tone of the song
Contributed by Josiah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Katherine C
The fact that this has less than 300,000 views gives me an example of why I am voting for Asteroid 2020.
Whoo Yeah
typical exaggerated hyperbolic GenZ bullshit
James Bayliss
My god, I heard the "Urban Contact" remix of this and decided to check out the original. It is so much better, I cannot stop listening to your music! Its just feel good music.
alex koch
They will be famous this year more People need to listen to this talented band:)
Jalapina
I just discovered them they're amazing. You should listen to "Pet Lions" they're great too.
Angela Otimo
Pure talent in beautiful people!I love your music!
emilee landry
This needs more views!!
Vanessa A. Cortés Murillo.
Estoy enamorada de su música <3
Carol Silva
So perfect I'm never going to forget seeing you guys for the first time at make music Pasadena c:
daniela cabrera
You guys are great, i'm listening to you from Perú, a small Latinoamerican country and still love your music so much, it makes me feel happy and calm somehow