From this second album they released two singles, The Best Little Secrets Are Kept which entered the US Singles chart, and God Killed The Queen which entered the UK Singles chart. In September of 2007 the band released a second EP entitled The Distances From Everyone To You and in January of 2008 released their third album Slick Dogs And Ponies from which they have released the single Air Traffic Control which entered into the US Singles chart.
The band's lyrics have resulted in them causing much controversy and subsequently they have been banned from playing live gigs in the state of Alabama. Their lyrics are filled with double meanings and sexual connotations, and are often condescending towards women.
The band split in 2010.
Air Traffic Control
Louis XIV Lyrics
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Now you're falling like a leaf from a tree
Wanna reach into the sea
And every time the world goes round
You're getting closer to the ground
Air traffic control
I've been gone, I've been up away from home
And I am coming in
Running out of oxygen
And my fuel is running low
Run, realize where do I go
I'm looking down but they don't show
Well, you were high when I met you
Now you're coming down on my frequency
I can't hear you, can you see me?
You're cutting in, I'm breaking up
Your true love trapple and I
Air traffic control
Hold on, I'm coming in
Air traffic control
Hold on, I'm coming in
Air traffic control
I've been gone, I've been up away from home
Now my gear is down, I'm circling round
And I am coming in
Running out of oxygen
And my fuel is running low
Run, realize where do I go
I'm looking down, but they don't show
Wanna race into the sea
I can't hear you, can you see me?
I can't see you, can you hear me?
Air traffic control
Hold on, I'm coming in
Air traffic control
Hold on, I'm coming in
Air traffic control
I've been gone, I've been up away from home
Now my gear is down, I'm circling round
And I am coming in
I've run out of oxygen
And my fuel is running low
Run, realize where did you go?
I'm looking down, I'm coming in
The song "Air Traffic Control" by Louis XIV is a story of a man who is struggling to keep his love life together while he is away from home. The person he loves was high when he first met her, but now she is falling "like a leaf from a tree" and he wants to "reach into the sea." He is obviously worried about her well-being and anxious to get back to her. The song's title refers to his feelings of being out of control and struggling to figure out where he is going, much like a plane in need of air traffic control assistance. He is also running out of time and resources, as he is "running out of oxygen" and his "fuel is running low." The chorus reflects his desperation, repeating the line "air traffic control, hold on, I'm coming in."
The verses are filled with imagery of flying and falling, illustrating the singer's feeling of being out of control. His love interest is compared to a falling leaf, and the world is spinning around him, getting closer to the ground. He is trying to find his way, but the ground is not visible, and he is not sure where he is supposed to go. The chorus provides a sense of hope and determination, as he realizes that he needs to find a way to land and to hold on to the person he loves.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, you were high when I met you
When we first met, you were in a euphoric state
Now you're falling like a leaf from a tree
You're experiencing a sudden and rapid decline in your mood or state
Wanna reach into the sea
I have the desire to escape and hide from the situation
And every time the world goes round
As time passes, everything changes
You're getting closer to the ground
You are approaching a low point in your life
Air traffic control
I am attempting to get a grip on the situation and take control of it
I've been gone, I've been up away from home
I've been away and distancing myself from the situation
Now my gear is down, I've circled round
I'm ready to address the situation and approach it head-on
And I am coming in
I am prepared to face the situation and deal with it
Running out of oxygen
I am struggling to keep going and need to recharge
And my fuel is running low
I am running out of resources to keep going
Run, realize where do I go
I need to figure out the next steps and where to go from here
I'm looking down but they don't show
I'm searching for answers, but they are not immediately apparent
Now you're coming down on my frequency
You are getting more real and honest with me
I can't hear you, can you see me?
I'm struggling to understand your perspective and need your attention
You're cutting in, I'm breaking up
Our communication is difficult and imperfect
Your true love trapple and I
You and I are having obstacles in our relationship
Hold on, I'm coming in
I'm here to support you and deal with the situation together
Wanna race into the sea
I still have the desire to escape, but am willing to face the situation instead
I can't see you, can you hear me?
I'm struggling to understand your perspective and need your attention
Air traffic control
I am attempting to get a grip on the situation and take control of it
Now my gear is down, I'm circling round
I'm ready to address the situation and approach it head-on
I've run out of oxygen
I am struggling to keep going and need to recharge
Run, realize where did you go?
I need to figure out where things went wrong and how to fix them
I'm looking down, I'm coming in
I'm focused on addressing the situation and resolving it
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN JOSEPH KARSCIG, JASON STAEHLER HILL, SHAUN CORNEL
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Hannah Davidson
My fiancée and I were struggling with drug abuse over 5 years ago. I heard this song for the first time when things started getting really bad. I remember riding in the truck coming back from a failed drug deal...the sun setting, skin chilling...terrified...knowing that we were going to be dope sick very soon. This song came on and I just knew that it was going to either be keep using and die, or get help.
I’ve been sober since 6/23/15, he’s been sober for about 2 years.
Jadus Doe
Great to hear! Congrats! God bless you two! :)
Johnny O'Graddy
Such a good song, so many good memories listening to this
Gabryśka Pazurek
Over ten years ago I used to work in a restaurant where this song was played often. I met there a boy. I had a little crush on him. A few months later I left this job and never met him again.
Today I received a massage that he died. That’s why I came here to listen to this song. It reminds me so much of him. Rest in peace, bro :(
Ксения Сабирова
Brilliant! I've got recurring dreams and the tune is on my mind. It's really beautiful and impressive. <3
Elijah Akeem
This is definitely one of there best songs
NTHM
Love it.
Jamie7
it has a retro vibe...sort of like major tom speaks to mission control using ELO's telephone line...
Diana Zermeno
<3 love this song
Jake Pendleton
This song gives me such a Bowie vibe