The group came into being in 2003 when Bjarnson, who had already worked with Kaskade, met Williams and the three of them began recording as Late Night Alumni. In 2004, the Hed Kandi label made an offer to release a full-length Late Night Alumni album. “At that point,” Bjarnson says, “I knew the band was not ready. We were missing an element.” The missing element turned out to be John Hancock, a talented local producer with whom Bjarnson had been trying to “find an excuse” to work with for years. The band was complete and began mixing electronic and organic elements for a unique brand of chill that is easily distinguishable in today’s electronic music scene.
The band’s first single, “Empty Streets” received massive support in both the clubs and on the radio getting Top Ten Radio Play in the UK and US, and reaching #1 in Spain. “Empty Streets” has also been licensed to commercials including a spot for the Toyota IQ. Plus, more than a dozen of the world’s biggest dance compilations have licensed the track, and it remains the most popular and downloaded song on Tiesto’s In Search Of Sunrise compilation.
Late Night Alumni’s newest album Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, etc. was recorded in various studios between Park City, Utah and San Francisco, California. The first two singles “You Can Be The One” and “Finally Found” feature remixes by top producers including Sultan & Ned Shepard, Max Vangelli and DJ Eco. A video for the single “Finally Found” is due for release later this month.
Late Night Alumni’s Ryan Raddon (aka Kaskade) is also a world-renowned producer and DJ who has remixed such artists as Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, and Seal. Kaskade: “Contrary to what some bloggers might think, Late Night Alumni is not just me. But don’t get me wrong… this is my band. But it’s also Becky, John and Finn’s band. Becky’s voice is the reason we do what we do. Her style and character make Late Night Alumni possible.”
Finally, four years later, Late Night Alumni is releasing its sophomore album Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, etc., which picks up where Empty Streets left off. Signed to Ultra Records, Late Night Alumni is poised to get its music out to a larger audience and to reconnect with those who have already fallen in love with their ethereal brand of music.
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Meant to Be
Late Night Alumni Lyrics
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There's not much about love that I understand
And here you are again despite
The imposable.. improbable
That's how I know this love is more than usual
This is just what I need
And here you are again to take my hand
And take another chance
This is what was meant to be
Took so long for you and me
I figured out the way to go
Yes I know you told me so
Now I have the eyes to see
Some things make sense more than others
Things of the heart seldom do
But here you are again
And now I understand
I'll take this gift you've given me
The lyrics of Late Night Alumni's song Meant to Be talks about love and the uncertainties that come with it. The song starts with the singer admitting to not fully understanding what love is and how it works. Despite this, the person they love is there with them again, even though it seems impossible. This makes them realize that this love is unlike any they've felt before and is just what they need. The person they love takes their hand, stays with them, and encourages them to take another chance.
As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges that some things in life make sense while others don't, especially the matters of the heart. However, they understand that the person they love is meant to be with them, and it took them a long time to realize it. With the help of their loved one, they figured out the way to go, and now they have the eyes to see. They've come to understand the gift that their loved one has given them, and they're willing to accept it.
The song is a beautiful interpretation of love's complexities and how being with the right person can help us understand its meaning. The lyrics are poetic, and the melody is soothing, making it a perfect song for those who are in love or those searching for it.
Line by Line Meaning
You tell me love is standing next to you
You claim that love is always present by your side
There's not much about love that I understand
I am not knowledgeable about love and its ways
And here you are again despite
You keep coming back even after facing obstacles
The imposable.. improbable
The unlikely and improbable
That's how I know this love is more than usual
That's how I realize that this love is extraordinary
This is just what I need
This is exactly what I require
And here you are again to take my hand
You are here once again, willing to offer your support
You stay with me
You continue to support and stay by my side
And take another chance
You take a risk together, despite past failures
This is what was meant to be
This is how we are supposed to be
Took so long for you and me
It took us a long time to find each other
I figured out the way to go
I finally found the right direction to take
Yes I know you told me so
I acknowledge that you were right all along
Now I have the eyes to see
Now I have the wisdom to understand
Some things make sense more than others
Certain things are easier to comprehend than others
Things of the heart seldom do
Matters of love are rarely straightforward
But here you are again
Yet you are still here, despite that fact
And now I understand
Now I finally grasp the situation
I'll take this gift you've given me
I'll cherish the blessing that you've bestowed upon me
Contributed by Caroline M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lisa M
I listened to this album constantly in 2008-2012. Beautiful and has aged so well. Just great, emotive music. I remember driving home at 3 AM listening to this CD from Killeen (bfs apartment) to Belton, Tx (my apartment) after visiting boyfriend on a random weekend or weekday night. We have been married 12 years, and danced to Best is Yet to Come on our hotel room after eloping. Thank you!
franky rivera
I still find it weird not that many people know Late Night Alumni. I've seen so many artists live and so many festivals and Late Night Alumni is always at the top 5% of the best performances and music.
AnotherExperience37
You should do more stuff like this again. Soooo beautiful.
viciousrocksyourwrld
I seriously LOVE this song!! I love the whole album and it's AMAZING, but this song I can listen to on replay forever and not get tired of it! Thanks for putting the album on Itunes!
Min Em
Love this song madly 💋
ArrestedDeveloper
It doesn't get any better than LNA.
Kameron Vince
amazing!!
Saito Chiho
Beautiful
darkenedaura
My favorite LNA song... the ultimate make out song!
Jacqueline
:] love