After finishing the first album, the outfit signed to Hardly Art Records in 2010 and subsequently released the 7" "Never Come Around" in November 2010. The songs touch on an array of emotions, with heartbreak, love, and death all covered in each song with three minutes of dreamy guitar and reverb-washed harmonies. A second 7" was released in January 2011, "Devils Hearts Grow Gold," with a B-side cover of "Dedicated to the One I Love," originally by The "5" Royales. Released in 2011, the band's self-titled debut is a collection of beautifully-constructed tunes with a softer feel than that of the Vivian Girls, where Goodman revels in her dreamy pop creations. A video was created by Hall for the single "Never Come Around," which is as gruesome as the song is thick, with winding vocals and sweet melodies. The album's intricate cover art was designed by Katy's Vivian Girls bandmate Cassie Ramone.
For her second album under the La Sera name, Goodman enlisted Rob Barbato (of Darker My Love) to play guitar and produce and Dan Allaire (of the Brian Jonestown Massacre) to drum, while she played bass. Tim Presley (of White Fence and Darker My Love) and Tony Bevilacqua (of Spinnerette) also helped out. The album shows the band coming out from behind the reverb and cathedral harmonies and focusing more on songwriting and Katy's voice. Sees the Light was released by Hardly Art in the spring of 2012.
La Sera toured extensively in 2012, with East and West Coast tours, a month in Europe, and a full US tour opening for Father John Misty.
Please Be My Third Eye
La Sera Lyrics
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Than my own dimension, I can't wait much longer
Would you please be my third eye tonight?
Please be my third eye, I want to see the light
Please don't leave me blind, I want to share your mind tonight
I can feel your heartbeat when my mind is clear
Would you please be my third eye tonight?
Please be my third eye, please be my third eye tonight
(Would you please be my third eye tonight?)
Please be my third eye, I want to see the light
Please don't leave me blind, I want to share your mind tonight
The lyrics to La Sera's song "Please Be My Third Eye" talk about wanting to see beyond one's own limitations and asking for someone to help them in doing so. The first line says, "When you're still beside me I can see much further than my own dimension," which suggests that the person next to the singer has the ability to see beyond physical limitations and into a realm that is inaccessible to the singer. By asking this person to be their "third eye," the singer is asking for them to share this ability.
In the chorus, the singer asks again for the person to be their third eye, saying, "Please be my third eye, I want to see the light. Please don't leave me blind, I want to share your mind tonight." The singer wants to experience what the other person is seeing and thinking, and wants to be able to see beyond their own limitations. The bridge of the song, "I can feel your heartbeat when my mind is clear, I can see your visions, there's no time to fear," suggests that the person next to the singer has a calming effect, and their presence helps the singer to clear their mind and see more clearly.
Overall, the song is about wanting to expand one's consciousness and asking for help in doing so. The lyrics express a desire to see beyond one's own perspective and limitations and to experience something greater than what is currently possible.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're still beside me I can see much further
The presence of the person next to me enhances my perspective and allows me to see beyond my usual limitations.
Than my own dimension, I can't wait much longer
My current understanding of the world is limiting and I am eager to expand my perception beyond my own narrow dimension.
Would you please be my third eye tonight?
I am seeking the aid of someone else's unique perspective to broaden my own understanding for the time being.
Please be my third eye, I want to see the light
I am requesting for the other person to guide me towards a greater understanding and illuminate a path I could not see myself.
Please don't leave me blind, I want to share your mind tonight
I do not want to be left in the dark and instead, want to share in the other person's insight and understanding for the time being.
I can feel your heartbeat when my mind is clear
In moments of clarity, I am attuned to the other person's presence and energy, allowing me to connect with them more deeply.
I can see your visions, there's no time to fear
I am open to seeing things from another's perspective and am not afraid to embrace new ideas and visions.
Please be my third eye, please be my third eye tonight
The repetition of the request emphasizes the desire to gain a greater understanding through the other person's perspective.
Would you please be my third eye tonight?
The song concludes with the same request it began with, underscoring the importance of seeking out alternative perspectives to gain greater insight.
Contributed by Liam W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@matthewgalvez6861
She's gorgeous.
@checkurbrainfly
She is such a pleasure to watch & listen
@belemesen
it feels like my heart is melting while listening to this
@ekolke
La Sera records are great! Both albums are amazing! See them live too-they kill it!
@PappyMandarine
Garage meets dream pop? Can't stay put while listening to this, I need some space to jump into while air guitaring all the way!
@darrylwiggins1156
Make some room for me.
@bigfire97
I love Le Sera, I want to comment on the videos on the official page.
@RickGibbonsOfficial
I am heartbroken over Vivian Girls breaking up, I will have to watch this many more times to get over my sorrow.
@IDONMINEtube
That whole La Sera album is a kick ass effort in Rock'N'Roll! Just great!
@Nothingsense
@ 2:04 when she cracks a smile, that, that just gets me every time....