The Chase, the first album by Montreal band Groenland, was released on Apri… Read Full Bio ↴The Chase, the first album by Montreal band Groenland, was released on April 16th, 2013 through Bonsound. Formed by Sabrina Halde (lead vocals, ukelele, keyboards, percussions), Jean-Vivier Lévesque (keyboards and programming), Jonathan Charette (drums), Simon Gosselin (bass), Gabrielle Girard-Charest (cello) and Fanny C. Laurin (violin), the band's music is made up of warm orchestral indie pop tunes with a touch of electro. Produced by critically-acclaimed Quebecois singer-songwriter Philippe B and Guido Del Fabbro (Pierre Lapointe), the opus is the realization of the band’s long-standing dream.

The Chase
Groenland Lyrics

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You may think that you are done with us
But it´s only just begun
You may think that you can get rid of us
We´re having too much fun

Your shoes are laced
And you put your pretty face on
You´re looking great

Let´s start the chase

And you keep waiting for your
Special golden moment
Let´s make it happen

You may think that you are done with us

But it´s only just begun
It´s only just begun

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Groenland's song "The Chase" convey a sense of defiance and determination. The singer declares that their foes may believe that they have won, that they can get rid of them, but the singer and their compatriots refuse to go quietly. In fact, they are having "too much fun" to give up. The singer tries to motivate the listener to join in their quest for success and seize the day, pushing them to put on their best face and to stop waiting for a "golden moment" that may never come. Instead, they encourage the listener to create that moment. The song embodies an "us against them" attitude and instills a sense of ambition and purpose.

The music video for the song showcases a group of young people running through an empty city, doggedly moving forward as the camera follows them. The visual narrative echoes the sentiment of the song, highlighting the persistence and drive of the singers in their pursuit of something undefined yet alluring. The lyrics and visuals combine to create a powerful message of what can be accomplished through sheer willpower and determination.

Line by Line Meaning

You may think that you are done with us
You might have believed that our adventure had come to an end

But it´s only just begun
However, it has barely started

You may think that you can get rid of us
You may also assume that you have the ability to remove us from your life

We´re having too much fun
Yet we are enjoying ourselves too much to be easily disposed of

Your shoes are laced
Your footwear is secured

And you put your pretty face on
You are dressing up to appear attractive

You´re looking great
You are exuding an amazing appearance

Let´s start the chase
Therefore, let the pursuit commence

And you keep waiting for your
In addition, you're always anticipating

Special golden moment
A momentous and perfect situation tailored just for you

Let´s make it happen
So, why don't we create that moment right now?