IATA put out their self-titled debut on Drive-Thru records in 2005. Their second full length, entitled Avalanche United, was released October 11, 2011 through I Surrender records.
Clean Up
I Am the Avalanche Lyrics
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From the tickertape parade that you threw for me
I thought I earned half heartedly
But we both know I don't deserve a thing
Spill out my chest
On to paper for a check
That we cashed too soon
Awaiting documents and beating down my door
Everyone is sleeping and everyone is sad
And everything is perfect, perfect wasn't bad
Jesus Christ I need you
I need you now
Or anyone who feels like helping out
Jesus Christ I need you
I need you now
Or anyone who feels like helping out
The lyrics to "Clean Up" by I Am The Avalanche explore themes of regret, disillusionment, and a search for redemption. The song starts with the aftermath of a "tickertape parade" thrown for the singer, which they half-heartedly believe they deserve. The parade is a metaphor for the false sense of success and praise they've received, which they realize they haven't earned. The next day, they find themselves cleaning up the mess from the parade and reflecting on their actions.
They then spill out their chest, writing on paper for a check that was cashed too soon, leading to the government coming after them for documents. This shows a sense of desperation and the consequences of poor choices. The singer then reflects on the fact that everyone around them is sleeping and sad, but despite this, everything is perceived as perfect, and perfect wasn't bad. This could be seen as a realization that what we thought was perfect was not truly fulfilling or meaningful.
The chorus is a plea for help, where the singer calls out for Jesus or anyone that feels like helping out. This could be seen as a search for redemption, acknowledging their mistakes and seeking help to make amends. Overall, "Clean Up" is a reflective and introspective piece that deals with themes of self-doubt, regret, and the search for salvation.
Line by Line Meaning
Clean up next day
The aftermath of a celebration or good time that requires tidying up.
From the tickertape parade that you threw for me
The tickertape parade is a metaphor for the unrealistic expectations or praise that someone had for the singer.
I thought I earned half heartedly
The singer feels like they didn't fully earn the praise and recognition they received.
But we both know I don't deserve a thing
Despite the previous praise, the artist knows that they don't truly deserve it.
Spill out my chest
The artist is pouring their emotions out and releasing them.
On to paper for a check
The singer is putting their emotions into writing, possibly as a way to make money or validate themselves.
That we cashed too soon
The emotions that were written down were acted upon too quickly, without sufficient thought or planning.
And now the government is on my stoop
The consequences of the hasty action are now catching up to the artist.
Awaiting documents and beating down my door
The government is demanding proof or documentation regarding the artist's actions, and they are doing so aggressively.
Everyone is sleeping and everyone is sad
In a time of crisis or struggle, it feels like everyone else is unaware or oblivious to the artist's pain.
And everything is perfect, perfect wasn't bad
Despite everything going wrong, the singer can still appreciate the good times that came before.
Jesus Christ I need you
The artist needs divine intervention or help.
I need you now
The singer requires help immediately, without delay.
Or anyone who feels like helping out
The singer is open to assistance from anyone who is willing to lend a hand.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BRANDON SWANSON, BRETT ROMNES, KELLEN ROBSON, MICHAEL IRELAND, VINCENT CARUANA
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