Their music can be described as guitar-based singer-songwriter rock or folk-rock. It ranges from very delicate and intimate singer-songwriter songs to songs that are stronger, more active and louder. Sam’s smoky, enigmatic voice is the band's best known characteristic. In the seven years between The Great Subconscious Club and Almost Happy the music changed from raw and guitar-based to a more subtle and delicate sound. Sam and Gert write most of the music and lyrics. Most of it is written separately.
Sam mainly tries to express ideas in his songs, and has a hand in writing silly and tongue-in-cheek songs. Gert has one big theme: losing the one you love. While most of the songs are easily accessible and open, some others are strange and incomprehensible. This led Sam to comment: "Listening to the lyrics in the first time, you may find it hard to understand their meaning. When you listen to them a second time you may sense a basic truth in these cryptic words. If you do so, please let me know."
This band appeared in an episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer (Doppelgangland) with the song Virgin State of Mind, leading to a boost in popularity.Their most popular song 'Not an addict' can be heard in the movie 'Wild things'.
K's Choice fifth studio album, "Echo Mountain" (after the studios where it was recorded - Echo Mountain Studios in North Carolina) was released on 26 March 2010, with singles "When I Lay Beside You" and "Come Live The Life" being released from the album.
2016 marked the band's first US tour in over 10 years, which the band releasing an accompanying sessions album - The Backpack Sessions later in the year.
In January 2017, the band released a stripped-back re-recording of "Not an Addict." It featured Skin of Skunk Anansie as a guest vocalist, who had previously performed the song live with the group on several occasions.
On 16 March 2018, the band released a live album entitled "Live at the Ancienne Belgique", recorded at a concert (in Dec 2017) in Brussels during the 25th Anniversary tour.
In May 2019, Sam Bettens came out as a trans man.
Along For The Ride
K's Choice Lyrics
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I know you sometimes wish I'd let you be
If you ever wonder if I have the patience
To let you fall flat on your face and learn from your mistakes
I hope you know I'll pick you up a thousand times if that's what it will take
I'm along for the ride
You get lots of love and you're not afraid to take it
You give lots of joy, you believe in who you are
When a good chance comes along, I hope you'll take it
Because right or wrong, you'll never know how far you'd go
When you're holding on to what you know
And if it's just too far to walk alone
I'm along for the ride
You're everything I could have ever hoped for
It's wonderful and hard to watch you grow
A boy that still has everything to live for
Never doubt your heart
It's always in its place
Never lose your song
And if you see a sign I might have left behind
Do it right
And go along for a ride
The lyrics to K's Choice's "Along For The Ride" are an expression of love and support for someone as they navigate life's choices and challenges. The singer acknowledges that they can be overbearing at times, but assures their loved one that they are willing to pick them up every time they fall, no matter how many times it takes. The refrain "I'm along for the ride" emphasizes that the singer is committed to being present in their loved one's life no matter what.
The second verse shifts the focus to the loved one's strengths and qualities, praising them for being fearless in receiving love and giving joy. The singer encourages their loved one to seize any opportunities that come their way, even if they are uncertain of the outcome. The bridge is a heartfelt message of encouragement, letting their loved one know that they believe in them and are proud of their growth. The final line, "And go along for a ride," serves as a call to action to the listener to embrace life's experiences with courage, and to trust that their heart will guide them in the right direction.
Overall, "Along For The Ride" is a beautiful, uplifting song about the value of being present and supportive in a loved one's life, even when the journey is rocky.
Line by Line Meaning
I know I make you pick it up when you break it
I acknowledge that sometimes I depend on you to fix things that I break.
I know you sometimes wish I'd let you be
I understand that you might need space and independence.
If you ever wonder if I have the patience
If you ever question whether I am willing to wait for you.
To let you fall flat on your face and learn from your mistakes
To allow you to fail and learn from your own experience.
I hope you know I'll pick you up a thousand times if that's what it will take
I want you to know that I will support you no matter how many times you fall.
You get lots of love and you're not afraid to take it
You receive love freely and without hesitation.
You give lots of joy, you believe in who you are
You bring happiness to others and have confidence in yourself.
When a good chance comes along, I hope you'll take it
I encourage you to seize opportunities when they arise.
Because right or wrong, you'll never know how far you'd go
Even if you make mistakes, you will never know your full potential if you don't try.
When you're holding on to what you know
When you are clinging to what is familiar.
And if it's just too far to walk alone
If the path forward seems too daunting to tackle by yourself.
You're everything I could have ever hoped for
You exceed all of my expectations.
It's wonderful and hard to watch you grow
It is both inspiring and challenging to witness your personal development.
A boy that still has everything to live for
You are young and have a bright future ahead of you.
Never doubt your heart
Always trust your instincts and emotions.
It's always in its place
Your heart always guides you towards what is right.
Never lose your song
Never let go of the things that bring you joy and happiness.
And if you see a sign I might have left behind
If you come across something that I may have left for you as a reminder.
Do it right
Take action in a way that aligns with your values and beliefs.
And go along for a ride
And embrace the journey, wherever it may take you.
Contributed by Gabriella V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.