Marian Hill wrote "Whisky" in the spring of 2013 and sent it to dozens of blogs hoping to catch some attention. The song created a buzz, and the following year, the duo released their first EP, Play, as well as a 7" single, "Lips." They received mainstream exposure when Romanian pop star Inna credited them as co-writers of her song "Diggy Down," which incorporated the hook of Marian Hill's "Got It." The pair signed to Photo Finish/Republic Records in early 2015 and released Sway, a seven-track EP.
In 2016, the duo issued their full-length debut album, Act One, featuring the number 21 single "Down." The LP reached number 42 on the Billboard 200. Their remix of Billie Eilish's single "Bellyache" appeared in 2017. Early 2018 saw the release of the punchy single "Subtle Thing," followed by an appearance at that year's Coachella Festival. Marian Hill's second long-player, Unusual, arrived in May 2018 and returned them to the U.S. albums chart as well as charting in France. August 2019 saw the duo issue the single "Take a Number," which featured a guest spot from Moroccan-American singer, songwriter, model, and activist Dounia. The song appeared on Marian Hill's self-released 2020 EP Was It Not. After collaborating with Roman Kouder on "Bonjour," they released "oOo that's my type" with Yung Baby Tate in 2021. This was followed by additional singles "omg" and "it never ends." ~ Paul Simpson
Wild
Marian Hill Lyrics
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You roam around the room
With your moves like magic
The party looks at you
How were you invited?
Are you in off the street?
'Cause you smoked up all the weed
But I like your sweater
Like how you wear it loose
Looking so much better
Than all the boys in suits
Got a groovy rhythm
But I don't really care
Run my fingers through your hair
Think I found my Fred Astaire
Tell me what's your name
Boy I like your style
You don't play it safe
So you play it wild
I'm so glad you came
Got me all beguiled
You don't know the game
So you play it wild
In your ruby sneakers
We'll leave the party soon
You're a high achiever
You got me on the moon
Floating on your rhythm
I think it's almost 3
Now I smoked up all the weed
So you're all that I can see
Boy your moves are poppin'
And everybody knows
That when you start hoppin'
The living room explodes
Now the room is swimming
But you don't really care
Ran your fingers through my hair
Now we're skipping down the stairs
Tell me what's your name
Boy I like your style
You don't play it safe
So you play it wild
I'm so glad you came
Got me all beguiled
You don't know the game
So you play it wild
Baby tell me how you do it, puffing up your feathers
Unexpected swagger, you could swing me 'round forever
I don't wanna say that I'll be thinking 'bout you always
But I like the freaky dance we're doing in the hallway
Tell me what's your name
Tell me what's your name
Tell me what's your name
Tell me what's your
Tell me what's your
Tell me what's your name
Boy I like your style
You don't play it safe
So you play it wild
I'm so glad you came
Got me all beguiled
You don't know the game
So you play it wild
The song "Wild" by Marian Hill is about a mysterious and attractive person who catches the attention of the singer at a party. The lyrics describe this person’s distinctive style, dancing skills, and confidence. The singer is intrigued by this person's charming and unconventional ways, which makes them stand out from the crowd. The song's title, "Wild," refers to this person's wild and carefree nature. The singer is drawn to this person and enjoys their company, wanting to know more about them.
The lyrics also mention smoking weed and skipping down the stairs, which adds to the party atmosphere and the impression of the singer's carefree attitude. The song's overall theme suggests that it's better to take risks and live "wildly" rather than conforming to social norms and playing it safe.
In conclusion, "Wild" by Marian Hill is an upbeat and fun song that celebrates the thrill of spontaneity and the joy of dancing with abandon. It's a song about embracing freedom and doing what makes you happy, regardless of what other people might think.
Line by Line Meaning
In a sea foam jacket
You're wearing a sea foam jacket.
You roam around the room
You're moving around the room.
With your moves like magic
Your dance moves are impressive.
The party looks at you
Everyone at the party is watching you dance.
How were you invited?
I'm curious about how you got invited to this party.
Are you in off the street?
Did you just show up uninvited?
'Cause you smoked up all the weed
You seem to have smoked most of the weed at the party.
Now you're grinding up on me
Now you're dancing close to me.
But I like your sweater
I like the way your sweater looks.
Like how you wear it loose
I like that you're wearing it in a relaxed way.
Looking so much better
You look really good compared to the other guys in suits.
Than all the boys in suits
You look better than the guys here who are wearing suits.
Got a groovy rhythm
You have a great sense of rhythm.
But I don't really care
I'm not too concerned about it.
Run my fingers through your hair
I reach out to touch your hair.
Think I found my Fred Astaire
I've found someone who's a great dance partner, like Fred Astaire.
Tell me what's your name
I want to know your name.
Boy I like your style
I like the way you carry yourself.
You don't play it safe
You take risks and do your own thing.
So you play it wild
You dance in a wild and free way.
I'm so glad you came
I'm happy that you came to this party.
Got me all beguiled
You've got me under your spell.
You don't know the game
You're not following the usual rules.
So you play it wild
You dance in a wild and free way, not following rules.
In your ruby sneakers
You're wearing ruby sneakers.
We'll leave the party soon
We'll be leaving the party soon.
You're a high achiever
You're someone who achieves great things.
You got me on the moon
You've got me feeling really good.
Floating on your rhythm
I'm feeling really good because of your dance moves.
I think it's almost 3
I think it's almost 3 AM.
Now I smoked up all the weed
I seem to have smoked most of the weed at the party.
So you're all that I can see
You're the only thing I'm really focusing on now.
Boy your moves are poppin'
Your dance moves are really great.
And everybody knows
Everyone in the room is aware of how great your dance moves are.
That when you start hoppin'
When you start dancing in a certain way...
The living room explodes
...the energy in the room gets really intense and exciting.
Now the room is swimming
Things are starting to feel a bit disorienting.
Ran your fingers through my hair
You touched my hair.
Now we're skipping down the stairs
We're happily and playfully walking down the stairs together.
Baby tell me how you do it, puffing up your feathers
I want to know how you're so confident and attractive.
Unexpected swagger, you could swing me 'round forever
You have a surprising amount of swagger and confidence that makes me want to be with you.
I don't wanna say that I'll be thinking 'bout you always
I don't want to seem too clingy or obsessed with you.
But I like the freaky dance we're doing in the hallway
I really enjoy our unique and intense dance moves together in this hallway.
Tell me what's your name
I want to know your name.
Tell me what's your
I'm asking for your name again.
Tell me what's your name
I really want to know your name now.
Boy I like your style
I appreciate the way you carry yourself.
You don't play it safe
You're willing to take risks and try new things.
So you play it wild
You dance in a wild and free way, not following rules.
I'm so glad you came
I'm happy that you came to this party.
Got me all beguiled
You've got me under your spell.
You don't know the game
You're not following the usual rules.
So you play it wild
You dance in a wild and free way, not following rules.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SAMANTHA LEE GONGOL, JEREMY K. LLOYD
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