Grouplove is an indie pop band which formed in 2009 in Los Angeles, Califor… Read Full Bio ↴Grouplove is an indie pop band which formed in 2009 in Los Angeles, California, United States. The band consists of Christian Zucconi (vocals, guitar), Hannah Hooper (vocals, keyboards), Andrew Wessen (vocals, guitar), Sean Gadd (bass, vocals), and Ryan Rabin (drums). The band released their debut album, Never Trust a Happy Song, in September 2011, which was followed by Spreading Rumours, released September 2013. Both albums were produced by the band's drummer Ryan Rabin, who is the son of former Yes guitarist and film composer Trevor Rabin.

Hannah Hooper met Christian Zucconi late one evening on the lower east side of Manhattan. They had both been living in New York for years and had never crossed paths before. But from that night forward the two could hardly be pulled apart. Soon after their connection, Hooper was invited to an art residency in Greece on the island of Crete and Hooper insists "without any hesitation" she invited Zucconi to join her on this journey. "Seriously, we had only known one another for a few days but are both so inspired and alive when we are together that going to Greece seemed like a magical and natural thing to do," recalls Zucconi.

On Crete, in a small remote mountain village, Hooper and Zucconi met the members of their future band "GROUPLOVE" a year before it was officially formed. Sean Gadd, a natural songwriter and guitar player, born and bred in London instantly bonded with the two eccentric New Yorkers. Their relationship became apparent through the music they were making day in and day out. Andrew Wessen, a pro surfer and musician from Los Angeles and his childhood friend Ryan Rabin, an accomplished drummer and producer, were also at the residency and quickly joined in with the musical trio. These five musicians make up the members of what we now know as GROUPLOVE .

Like all good things, the summer and the residency came to an end and the five friends scattered back to their homes all over the globe. With Sean in London, Christian and Hannah in Brooklyn and Ryan and Andrew in Los Angeles GROUPLOVE was faced with the challenge of what to do now. "We all understood how rare it is for five strangers to feel as close as family and create passionate music together. We couldn't just return to Brooklyn and let the music we all made fade into a memory of that summer we had in Greece," explains Zucconi. Everyone pulled their funds together and Sean, Christian and Hannah made their way to Ryan Rabin's studio in LA to record their album. "We seriously had the best time of our lives doing that record," says Gadd. And the result is an incredibly special album where soaring harmonies coupled with sweeping anthems lead you through their powerful journey. Like the members of GROUPLOVE, their music is diverse in influence and style but bonded together by an undeniably creative kinship.

Their experience back together and recording together was so potent that Hooper and Zucconi packed up their lives in Brooklyn and Gadd packed up his life in London and they all moved to LA to live and play their music.

"We never could have dreamt this up," says Zucconi, "but at the same time we're not at all surprised - GROUPLOVE is meant to be. Our story a testament to fate, and our music is something we are ready to share."

Expectations
Grouplove Lyrics

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You've got moves
You've got style
You've got time
You've got too much expectations

Do your thing
Even try
Why not try

You've got too much expectations

I just pull you in
Let's just mix around
Show me truth
Show me strength
Show me some
I've got too much expectations

Every time I fall
You won't let me in
You just want a star
Something's always wrong
You won't make it right
Let's just both give in

Just dance, just dance
Take off all your clothes
Take a step into the fire
Just move, just move
Come on in here close
We're gon' push it even further

Just dance, just dance
Take off all your clothes
Take a step into the fire
Just move, just move
Come on in here close
We're gon' push it even further
Push it even further

See it through
See the pain
See it cry
You've got too much obligation

Movin' slow
Body tight
Feel the night
Let's let go of obligation

Every time I fall
You won't let me in
You just want a star
Something's always wrong
You won't make it right
Let's just both give in

Just dance, just dance
Take off all your clothes
Take a step into the fire
Just move, just move
Come on in here close
We're gon' push it even further

Just dance, just dance
Take off all your clothes
Take a step into the fire
Just move, just move
Come on in here close
We're gon' push it even further
Push it even further

Just dance, just dance
Take off all your clothes
Take a step into the fire
Just move, just move
Come on in here close
We're gon' push it even further

Just dance, just dance
Take off all your clothes
Take a step into the fire
Just move, just move
Come on in here close
We're gon' push it even further
Push it even further

Just dance, just dance
Take off all your clothes
Take a step into the fire
Just move, just move
Come on in here close
We're gon' push it even further

Just dance, just dance

Just move, just move
Come on in here close

We're gon' push it even further
Push it even further

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Grouplove's song "Expectations" convey a message about the pressure that comes with having high expectations, both from oneself and others. The opening lines suggest that the subject of the song possesses certain qualities and potential ("moves," "style," "time"), but these attributes become burdensome due to the weight of expectations placed upon them. The repetition of the statement "You've got too much expectations" emphasizes the overwhelming nature of these pressures.

The chorus suggests a desire to break free from these expectations and embrace individuality. The invitation to "do your thing" and to "just dance" represents a call to authenticity and self-expression. The lyrics also hint at a challenge to push boundaries and explore new possibilities. The repeated lines "We're gon' push it even further" express a determination to exceed these expectations and break limitations.

The second verse reveals a sense of frustration and disappointment. The singer feels shut out and incapable of meeting the demands placed on them. The lines "Every time I fall, you won't let me in" and "Something's always wrong, you won't make it right" reflect the struggle to meet expectations that seem unattainable. However, the resolution of the verse proposes that both parties involved should let go of these obligations and give in to the moment.

Overall, "Expectations" depicts the internal and external pressures individuals face when confronted with excessive expectations. It encourages embracing one's uniqueness, pursuing personal ambitions, and pushing beyond perceived limitations.

Line by Line Meaning

You've got moves
You have skills and abilities

You've got style
You have a unique and fashionable way of doing things

You've got time
You have the opportunity or freedom to do something

You've got too much expectations
You have unrealistic or excessive hopes or demands

Do your thing
Be yourself and do what you want

Even try
Give it a shot or attempt

Why not try
There's no harm in trying

You've got too much expectations
You have unrealistic or excessive hopes or demands

I just pull you in
I attract you or make you feel drawn towards me

Let's just mix around
Let's mingle or interact with each other

Show me truth
Reveal your authentic self or be honest

Show me strength
Demonstrate your resilience and power

Show me some
Show me some of what you have or can do

I've got too much expectations
I have unrealistic or excessive hopes or demands

Every time I fall
Whenever I fail or make mistakes

You won't let me in
You don't allow me to be a part of your life

You just want a star
You only desire someone who is famous or extraordinary

Something's always wrong
There's always an issue or problem

You won't make it right
You refuse to correct or fix things

Let's just both give in
Let's surrender or compromise

Just dance, just dance
Simply dance and enjoy the moment

Take off all your clothes
Let go of inhibitions and be vulnerable

Take a step into the fire
Challenge yourself or take risks

Just move, just move
Keep going or keep progressing

Come on in here close
Get closer to me

We're gon' push it even further
We'll exceed our limits or expectations

See it through
Persist or continue until the end

See the pain
Acknowledge and understand the suffering

See it cry
Witness the emotional expression or vulnerability

You've got too much obligation
You have too many responsibilities or duties

Movin' slow
Progressing at a leisurely pace

Body tight
Having a fit or toned physique

Feel the night
Embrace the darkness or sense the atmosphere

Let's let go of obligation
Let's release ourselves from our responsibilities

Push it even further
Go beyond the limits or boundaries

Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alex Walker, Andrew Mekeal Wessen, Benjamin Homola, Christian Tyler Zucconi, Daniel Lee Gleason, David Andrew Sitek, Hannah Bolton Hooper

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