The song Crosses, from Crosses EP and the later Veneer, appeared on the finale of the second season of the popular American television comedy-drama The O.C.. His cover of Heartbeats (also from Veneer) was used in a popular Sony BRAVIA TV commercial featuring coloured bouncing balls in San Francisco and an episode of Zach Braff's Scrubs
His song Far Away was also prominently featured in the Rockstar video game Red Dead Redemption.
His trademark sound is solo acoustic guitar with soft melody. His work, although mostly original, does include acoustic covers of great hits such as Love Will Tear Us Apart, Born in the U.S.A., and Teardrop.
González also appears in the Zero 7 album The Garden, in which he sings on three tracks and on a re-worked version of Crosses.
Stories We Build Stories We Tell
José González Lyrics
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Got myself angering over you
Sitting in silence wondering what to do
Got myself angering over you
Don't believe in karma or hell
But in the memories and stories we build
Don't believe in karma or hell
Oh they'll get to you
Hope they'll get to you
Wondering what's on your mind
Wondering what's driving you
Oh they'll get to you
Hope they'll get to you
Wondering what's on your mind
Wondering what's driving you
Oh they'll get to you
Hope they'll get to you
Wondering what's on your mind
Wondering what's driving you
Oh they'll get to you
Hope they'll get to you
Wondering what's on your mind
Wondering what's driving you
The lyrics of José González's song Stories We Build Stories We Tell convey a sense of confusion and frustration in a relationship. The repetition of the line "Got myself angering over you" emphasizes the singer's feelings of being trapped in their own thoughts and unable to communicate their emotions effectively. The following lines reveal the singer's belief in the power of memories and stories, rather than punishment in the form of karma or hell.
The chorus of the song, "Oh, they'll get to you, hope they'll get to you, wondering what's on your mind, wondering what's driving you," suggests a desire for understanding and empathy from the other person. The repetition of this chorus emphasizes the singer's desperation for a deeper connection and the hope that the stories they share will ultimately bring them closer together. The song ends with the same repetition of the chorus, leaving the listener with a sense of unresolved tension in the relationship.
Overall, José González's lyrics in Stories We Build Stories We Tell explore themes of communication, empathy, and the power of storytelling to connect people. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and a longing for a deeper connection in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Got myself angering over you
I'm upset and frustrated because of you
Sitting in silence wondering what to do
I'm quietly contemplating how to deal with my emotions
Don't believe in karma or hell
I don't believe in supernatural punishment
But in the memories and stories we build
But I believe in the power of the narratives we create
Oh they'll get to you
The stories we tell will affect you
Hope they'll get to you
I hope these stories will have an impact on you
Wondering what's on your mind
I'm curious about your thoughts and feelings
Wondering what's driving you
I'm seeking to understand your motivations
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JOSE GONZALEZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@annalisa14
Hypnotic, comforting, African roots, ancient feelings….
@mandalapelucia
La mejor canción del disco. Letras inteligentes, reflexivas (usual en Gonzalez) aire melancólico con una fuerza que nunca raya en lo cursi. Un uso de la guitarra, que muchos ya quisieran tener. Señores, un músico. Gracias José por vivir.
@alanbautista6273
Exacto :)
@ARGallardo_
+Lucía Gómez Ole! hay gente que aprecia lo bueno!
@Merocotelo
4 años de musica después, concuerdo absolutamente contigo. doy gracias de ser contemporáneo a José Gonzalez
@jorgemeza2494
Lyrics are just perfect
@sutherlandjoy
Great stuff! Simple and yet hypnotizing, Jose knows how to vibe.
@viocheiranthifolia
Gracias por esta bella canción!💐
@kaleidocore
"Got myself angry in Norway"
I've been very curious for a long time, but today i came here and now I finally know! 😂
@margarethsilva6801
Beauty melody and lycris. The most wonderful song 🌻🕉☯🌹💕💕