Jack + Eliza is the name chosen by the singing and songwriting partners of … Read Full Bio ↴Jack + Eliza is the name chosen by the singing and songwriting partners of Jack Staffen and Eliza Callahan, both of them musicians since their early teens, to produce lo-fi, stripped down tunes reminiscent of 60s surf rock and pop music. The duo are perhaps best known for the songs "Hold the Line" and "Oh No". The Manhattan natives recently released their debut EP, titled 'No Wonders', and they picked up critical attention for being a part of the 'retro rock' movement alongside alternative music artists such as Tame Impala and The XX.

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One Too Far
Jack + Eliza Lyrics

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All you were waiting for
Just like you knew I would
Taking it one too far
Only you knew I could
And we know it'll last
Babe [?] to me

All you were waiting for

Just like you knew I would
Taking it one too far
Only you knew I could
And you know it'll last
Babe [?] to me

I feel better when the saints allow it, allow it
I feel better when the saints allow it, allow it

All you were waiting for
Just like you knew I would
Taking it one too far
Only you knew I could

And you know it'll last
Babe [?] to me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Jack + Eliza's song One Too Far suggest a sense of familiarity and understanding between two individuals. The first stanza talks about how the second person (presumably the romantic partner) knew all along that the first person was going to take things too far, but they went along with it anyway, knowing that it would last between them. The next stanza repeats the same lyrics, emphasizing the inevitability and mutual understanding between the two of them.

The third stanza introduces the idea that the singer feels better when the saints allow it. It is unclear what exactly this means, but it could be interpreted as seeking forgiveness or validation from a higher power or authority figure. Perhaps this feeling of relief ties into the previous lyrics about taking things too far, as though the singer is seeking absolution for their actions. Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of a relationship that is unorthodox but strong, with both partners understanding and accepting each other's quirks and shortcomings.

Line by Line Meaning

All you were waiting for
You were eagerly waiting for something

Just like you knew I would
You were expecting me to do what I did

Taking it one too far
I took things beyond the limit

Only you knew I could
You were aware that I had the potential to do this

And you know it'll last
You believe that what we did will have a lasting impact

Babe [?] to me
I am important to you and you cherish me

I feel better when the saints allow it, allow it
I feel relieved when things go as planned

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If anyone is still listening to this (like me lmao) and is wondering where they went, they have a new band called "Purr" and they're still posting music! :)