Discography
2006 - Two Cheers For Tuesday
2007 - This Is My Year EP
2007 - Make It Count (Single)
2008 - To You, From Us
2009 - Tickets And Passports
2010 - Tickets & Passports (Acoustic Sessions)
2011 - False Alarms EP
My Philosophy
Holiday Parade Lyrics
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Summer's gone and it left me with a sunburn
Whatever happened to our afternoons?
Just assumed that you lost me like a left turn
I spent my childhood lookin at the stage
Waiting for the day it would be me and I could say
"Slow down…"
That's my philosophy
I get by
Making the best of what was mine
If you think this could be what you want
Then you just gotta try
You won't mind
Playing a victim of the time
'Cuz I swear it's getting better yeah
That's my philosophy
It could be over in a moment
The curtain falls before you know it
Looking forward towards the next scene
Remember back when we were young and still above?
We're falling in and out of love and then again before the bell rings
If you take a trip through my mind
Who knows just what you'll find
Stop dead in your tracks from her eyes
Then put it all together
That's my philosophy
Remember the look upon her face
Remember the way she loved the chase
If we ever go back there someday
I'd never, ever, let her get away
It's drinking away the summer days
A moment in time we can't replace
I won't let my life go to waste
That's my philosophy
In ‘My Philosophy,’ Holiday Parade showcases a strong sense of nostalgia and longing for the past. The opening lines embody this with the singer lamenting how Summer is gone, and it left him with a sunburn. The theme of-time is reflected throughout the song, as the singer speaks of waiting for his chance to be on the stage, the brevity of life with the line; it could be over in a moment, and the end of love before the bell rings. The chorus, "That's my philosophy," speaks to the singer's approach to life. He is resigned to the fact that life is fleeting and can end abruptly, but he still finds a way to make the best of what he has. The line, "Playing a victim of the time,” acknowledges the inevitability of change and growth, but the singer has decided to embrace it and keep moving forward.
The song's perspective is personal and reflective, with the singer using storytelling as a way to evoke emotions and memories. The lyrics are simple yet relatable, allowing listeners to connect with the singer's experiences. As the song progresses, the singer reflects on a past relationship, the good and bad times, and the sense of regret about how it ended. The ending, however, is hopeful, with the singer promising to never let that kind of love get away again. Overall, 'My Philosophy' is a song about embracing change and moving forward while still acknowledging the beauty and pain of the past.
Line by Line Meaning
You look away, you're speaking with your back turned.
I feel ignored when you refuse to look at me while we talk.
Summer's gone and it left me with a sunburn
The happy times have passed, and now I'm left with the consequences.
Whatever happened to our afternoons?
I miss the times we used to spend together and wonder what changed.
Just assumed that you lost me like a left turn
I thought we were on the same path, but you turned away and left me behind without even realizing it.
I spent my childhood lookin at the stage, waiting for the day it would be me and I could say
I always dreamed of being on stage, and I admired the performers who made it there, hoping to be like them one day.
"Slow down..." That's my philosophy
I believe in taking life slowly, to fully enjoy the present moment and appreciate what's around me.
I get by making the best of what was mine
I make the most of what I have, and try not to dwell on the things that I cannot change.
If you think this could be what you want, then you just gotta try
If you have a goal, you need to take action and attempt to achieve it, rather than just standing still and contemplating.
You won't mind playing a victim of the time, 'cuz I swear it's getting better yeah, That's my philosophy
I understand that things may not always go my way, and that I may face setbacks, but I believe that everything will end up working out in the end.
It could be over in a moment, the curtain falls before you know it
Life can seem long, but it can end quickly, so it's important to live every day to the fullest.
Looking forward towards the next scene
I'm excited for what's to come, and I try not to dwell on the past mistakes or missed opportunities.
Remember back when we were young and still above?
I have fond memories of the time when we were young and carefree, without many responsibilities or worries.
We're falling in and out of love and then again before the bell rings
We are experiencing many ups and downs in our relationship, never really knowing what will happen next.
If you take a trip through my mind, who knows just what you'll find
I have many thoughts and ideas that are constantly changing, and it's hard to predict what I'll be thinking in the future.
Stop dead in your tracks from her eyes, then put it all together
Sometimes a moment or person can be so captivating that it becomes difficult to focus on anything else.
That's my philosophy
Overall, my philosophy is to enjoy life, make the most of what I have, and not worry too much about the future, trusting that everything will work out in the end.
Contributed by Dominic K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.