After one of their first gigs (with Australia's The Morning After Girls), LSD was asked by Kurt Heasley to play with Lilys. Shortly after, they were invited on two separate West Coast tours: first with Spectrum (featuring Sonic Boom of Spacemen 3) and then with The Telescopes (on their first-ever U.S. tour).
In 2007 LSD's self-titled debut EP (Mind Expansion) sold out from the record label and distributor before the official release date. It was subsequently picked up and reissued on vinyl (Deep Space Recordings, 2008). Around this time, LSD was also featured on three compilations: Mind Expansion Vol. 1, M.E. Vol. 2, and "Take Me on the Wildest Spree," a โnugazerโ compilation released by Australia's Rubber Records (a division of EMI).
The momentum from their early shows and sold-out EP paved the way for a busy three three years of West Coast shows, a U.S. tour, and a handful of festival dates as LSD shared the bill with the likes of Dead Meadow, Martin Rev (of Suicide), and DJs Anton Newcombe (Brian Jonestown Massacre), Nick Jago (Black Rebel Motorcycle Club), and Colm O'Coissoig (My Bloody Valentine).
In the early hours of December 21, 2010, LSD were bio-holographically informed that humanity was exactly two years away from a near-spontaneous metamorphosis into a more highly evolved state of consciousness. To prepare, LSD went underground the very next day to explore new sonic frontiers while committing to a two-year vow of virtual silence by ending all non-essential communication.
As the hibernation comes to an end, it also marks a new beginning. Expect updates soon on a busy 2013 that will include shows, travels, and new releases to celebrate our collective arrival, offer psychic healing, and help facilitate a smooth transition to our new dimension.
--Mind Expansion, 2012
Heaven
LSD and the Search for God Lyrics
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I've been living like a queen in a castle
Oh, dark spirits drivin' through me like a drive-tru
You'll be my music everybody getting high to
Yeah, I know it
Yeah, I know it, now
Time is runnin'
I gotta live
(Oh, oh-oh)
I gotta love
(Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
Said, I gotta breathe
(Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
No, disdain ain't for me
No-no-no-no-no-no
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
No, not today, baby
No, not today
Tick-tock, and I'm praying for time
You're my angel, put my heart on rewind
So, babe could you do me a favor? (A favor)
Girl, could you be my savior?
Tick-tock, and I'm praying for time
Yeah, I know it, now
I know it, now
Time is running
Time is running out
See, I gotta live
(Oh, oh-oh)
I gotta love
(Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
Said, I gotta breathe
(Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
No, disdain ain't for me
No-no-no-no-no-no
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
No, disdain ain't for me, no
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait, oh
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
No, not today, baby
No, not today, babe
The song "Heaven" by LSD and the Search for God touches on themes of mortality and the inevitability of time running out. The first few lines describe the singer receiving bad news from a doctor, perhaps indicating a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Despite this, the singer reflects on how they have been living a life of luxury, like a "queen in a castle," but with dark spirits driving through them like a drive-thru, implying a sense of emptiness or self-destructive behavior.
The chorus then repeats the phrase "I gotta live, I gotta love, I gotta breathe," emphasizing the urgency of making the most of the time they have left. The singer rejects the idea of disdain or negativity, instead affirming that they want to live their life to the fullest. The repetition of "no, not today, baby, heaven can wait" further emphasizes this sentiment, suggesting that the singer is not ready to give up on life just yet.
The second verse brings in the idea of time ticking away, with the singer praying for more. They turn to a loved one, calling them "my angel" and asking them to rewind their heart, perhaps hoping to relive happier times or make the most of the present. The final repetition of the chorus drives home the message that the singer is not ready to give up on life, even in the face of mortality.
Overall, "Heaven" is a poignant reflection on the fleeting nature of life and the importance of making the most of the time we have.
Line by Line Meaning
The doctor just gave me the bad news
I just received some unfortunate news from a doctor
I've been living like a queen in a castle
I have been living the good life, enjoying luxury and comfort
Oh, dark spirits drivin' through me like a drive-thru
I am feeling haunted by negative thoughts or emotions that are overpowering me
You'll be my music everybody getting high to
Your love or presence in my life will be my source of happiness and joy that will be celebrated by all around us
Yeah, I know it
I am aware of the situation or feeling being discussed
Time is runnin'
I am feeling pressured by the passage of time
I gotta live
I need to make the most out of my life
(Oh, oh-oh)
Expressing the urgency of the statement
I gotta love
I need to love and be loved
(Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
Expressing the depth of the emotion
Said, I gotta breathe
I need to take care of myself and prioritize my well-being
No, disdain ain't for me
I am not one to give in to negativity or hostility
No-no-no-no-no-no
Emphasizing the statement, rejecting the idea of negativity
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
I am not ready to give up yet, I still have things to do and enjoy in life
Tick-tock, and I'm praying for time
I am watching time pass by and hoping for more of it
You're my angel, put my heart on rewind
You are my savior, helping me relive the good moments of my past
So, babe could you do me a favor? (A favor)
I am seeking help or support from my loved one
Girl, could you be my savior?
I am asking you to save me from my sadness or struggles
No, disdain ain't for me, no
I am not defined by negativity or hatred
No, not today, baby, heaven can wait
I am not giving up on life yet, there is still more to experience and enjoy
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Written by: Philip Meckseper, Sia Furler, Thomas Pentz, Timothy Mckenzie
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