A wide range of influences are cited by the band, including Nick Drake, John Coltrane, Radiohead, Josh Ritter, Bob Dylan, Blind Willie Johnson, The National, and TV on The Radio. Their style can be loosely described as indie-folk, however there are a number of other experimental elements incorporated into their playing, giving them a unique sound.
In 2009, they reached the final of the Next Big Thing state-wide music competition in Western Australia, where they won the APRA Song Writing Award.
City Lights
Hang on St. Christopher Lyrics
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Deep through the clouds, hm
Keep falling
Feet off the ground
If all you want is fire, fire, fire
Then watch me burn like the city lights, yeah
If all you want is fire, fire
Keep watching me
Keep watching me
Keep watching me
Keep watching
If all you want is fire, fire, fire
Then watch me burn like the city lights, yeah
If all you want is fire, fire, fire
Then watch me burn like the city lights, yeah
Freefalling
Deep through the clouds (Yeah, keep watching me)
Keep falling
Feet off the ground
(Keep watching me)
Freefalling
Deep through the clouds, hm
Keep falling
Feet off the ground
You better watch me burn
If all you want is fire, fire, fire
Then watch me burn like the city lights
If all you want is fire, fire, fire
Then watch me burn like the city lights, yeah
Freefalling
The lyrics to "City Lights" by Hang on St. Christopher are open to interpretation, but they generally convey the feeling of falling and the desire to be watched. The repeated phrase "if all you want is fire" may refer to the desire to be consumed by passion or perhaps to be destroyed, like a city consumed by flames. The imagery of freefalling through the clouds adds to the sense of risk and danger, while the idea of feet off the ground suggests a loss of control. Overall, the song seems to be about the exhilaration of taking risks and the desire to be seen and remembered for it.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was originally written and performed by Tom Waits, who released it on his 1987 album "Franks Wild Years." Hang on St. Christopher's cover version was included on their 1993 album "Glimmer." Another interesting fact is that the band's name is taken from a line in another Tom Waits song, "Gun Street Girl." Hang on St. Christopher's version of "City Lights" features a different arrangement and instrumentation than Waits' original, with a more upbeat, rockabilly sound. The band has been described as having a "dark Americana" style, with influences including Waits, Nick Cave, and Leonard Cohen.
The lyrics to "City Lights" have been interpreted in different ways by fans and critics. Some see the song as a commentary on the emptiness of modern life, with the city lights symbolizing the superficiality and excess of urban culture. Others interpret it as a celebration of risk-taking and self-exploration, with the repeated phrase "if all you want is fire" representing the desire to push oneself to the limit. The line "you better watch me burn" can be read as either a warning or a challenge, depending on one's perspective.
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Line by Line Meaning
Freefalling
Falling rapidly and without control
Deep through the clouds, hm
Plummeting through the sky, surrounded by clouds
Keep falling
Continuing to fall without stopping
Feet off the ground
Completely airborne and weightless
If all you want is fire, fire, fire
If all you desire is chaos, destruction, and excitement
Then watch me burn like the city lights, yeah
Observe me fall apart just like the bright and colorful lights of the city do every night
Keep watching me
Continue viewing my descent into chaos
You better watch me burn
It's in your best interest to witness my inevitable destruction
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bryn Christopher, James Pountney
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Be Quiet
Here are the Lyrics :
[Verse: Bryn]
Freefalling
Deep through the clouds
Keep falling
Feet off the ground
[Chorus 1: Bryn]
If all you want is fire, fire, fire
Then watch me burn like the city lights
If all you want is fire, fire
Keep watching me
[Chorus 2: Bryn]
If all you want is fire, fire, fire
Then watch me burn like the city lights
If all you want is fire, fire, fire
Then watch me burn like the city lights
[Verse: Bryn](x2)
You better watch me burn
[Chorus 2: Bryn]
Freefalling
UKF
Massive. Great video!
Kess
UFK :D
Stels
2023 я тут…
Спустя 8 лет
Nick Ess
This doesn't happen often, but the first time I played this video I got goose bumps! As I try and come up with more ways to admire how amazing this song is, words won't do justice. So I'll just keep hitting the replay button! Big ups Culture and the guys at Ram!
Luna Rigby
I got this song on a vinyl for my dad. He was so happy! Great song really, you don't just make me dance (I'm 16) but also my father and I think that's pretty cool
Nick Pitman
That's very cool mate!
I am planning for my daughter and I to have a great Liquid DnB bond :D
Miguel Pérez
You are the best daughter on this planet!
Stels
Теперь тебе 24.👍✌️
Geometric Fro
Love this! Will be blasting it on repeat for sure!
Katie Numi Usher
I absolutely love the beat!