In 2007, musicians Trace Cyrus and Mason Musso agreed to meet on the set of the Hannah Montana TV show, in which Mason's brother, Mitchel Musso, and Trace's half sister, Miley Cyrus, star together. Hitting it off, they soon discussed their love for cheerful pop rock. Sharing musical interests, they decided to form a band. Shortly thereafter, Cyrus recruited Blake Healy from Synthetic Joy as a keyboardist and bassist.
Trace soon dedicated himself to being the lead guitarist as well as a co-vocalist. Mason is the main singer and guitarist, having a nice vocal rapport with Trace. Mason notably sang the track "Seventeen Forever", which Metro Station released on their MySpace page to underground acclaim. The track gained the attention of percussionist Anthony Improgo, who was soon added as the band's drummer.
Their popularity on MySpace Music grew, topping the "MySpace Music Unsigned Bands" chart. An intern in Columbia Records' special 'Walking Eye' program discovered the band while looking through the MySpace charts, and they were signed shortly thereafter. In the July 2007 issue of music magazine 'Alternative Press', Metro Station was notably listed as one of the "22 Best Underground Bands (That Likely Won't Stay Underground for Long)".
The band released their self-titled debut studio album in September 2007. The album had two related singles released, "Kelsey" and "Control", but both failed to chart, although with higher sales of the album later on both became more popular. Though criticized for being overly derivative of previous electropop groups. 'Metro Station' received some positive critical reviews.
The release of the band's third single, "Shake It". in March 2008 proved to be the magic moment. As the weeks passed, the song grabbed the band a significant amount of commercial exposure, hiking up into the top-ten of three U.S. charts. Specifically, "Shake It" peaked at #3 on Hot Digital Songs, #9 in the Pop 100, #10 in the Billboard Hot 100 and also at #20 in the Hot Dance Airplay chart. The success of the song also affected album sales, the album charting nine months later in 2008 at #43 in the Billboard 200, #1 Top Electronic Albums, and #2 in the Top Heatseekers. The song has since been RIAA certified as double-platinum.
Since breaking through commercially, Metro Station has toured with numerous bands such as We The Kings, Boys Like Girls, Valencia, Cobra Starship and Good Charlotte. They toured with Boys Like Girls, Good Charlotte and The Maine for the popular 'Soundtrack of Your Summer Tour 2008' events, which meant opening for bands such as Simple Plan. However, Blake Healy and Anthony Improgo ended up deciding to leave the band.
The group also contributed a song to Tim Burton's 2010 re-imagining of 'Alice In Wonderland', putting into the related soundtrack the tune Where's My Angel". Yet things had come between the band members over the years. In March 2010, they decided to call it quits after many disputes arising.
Metro Station reformed in May 2011, and they released a new song titled "Ain't So High" with plans to release a new album. At that point, the band only consisted of Mason Musso with Blake Healy and Anthony Improgo contributing instruments and production. Over the past several years, the band's future has been very much in flux.
On August 13, 2014, Cyrus returned to the band, four years after previously leaving. Shortly after Cyrus' return, the band released a new single titled "Love & War" and announced the band's inclusion on The Outsiders Tour, which consisted of The Ready Set, The Downtown Fiction, and Against The Current. On October 28, 2014, the band released the music video for a single "She Likes Girls". On October 14, 2014, the group released an EP titled Gold.
On June 30, 2015, the band released a new album, Savior. The album features 18 tracks, including the single "Getting Over You" featuring Ronnie Radke.
Metro Station has announced that the band is in the process of recording an acoustic album.
In 2017, the band announced they were breaking up.
Wish We Were Older
Metro Station Lyrics
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The beat is bumpin'
Go ahead and let them talk
Their words mean nothing
I know you're scared
But don't leave this place
Just turn around
And now you're crying
And you hold me
And you whisper in my ear
[Chorus]
Whoa-e, whoa-e, oh-oh
Oh-we, oh-we, oh-oh
Whoa-e, whoa-e, oh-oh
I wish we were older
Whoa-e, oh-we, oh-oh
Oh-we, oh-we, oh-oh
Whoa-e, whoa-e, oh-oh
I wish we were older
I wish we were older
Tonight we'll touch
And they won't know
I know you're dying
To take off your clothes
Just trust in me
I'll never run away
You kiss my lips
And you taste like pain
And while I'm pushing it, I'm moving
Somehow you manage to say
[Chorus]
Just take my hand
I'll never let go
Just take my hand
I'll never let go
(I love you and I hate you)
Just take my hand
(Now I'm dying and I'm crying)
I'll never let go
(But I kiss you and I hold you)
Just take my hand
(And you hold me closer)
I'll never
(You scream at me and say)
[Chorus]
And don't cry now
And don't cry now
The song "I Wish We Were Older" by Metro Station is about two individuals who wish they were older to avoid the restrictions imposed by society. The song's opening lyrics "Keep your body moving, girl, the beat is bumpin'," encourages the female protagonist to not let other people dictate her dancing style but instead to continue grooving to the beat. The male protagonist tries to console her by encouraging her to turn around and see his face. This interaction then leads to them crying and holding onto each other while whispering in each other's ears about their desire to be older.
The female protagonist expresses her desire to explore her sexuality by taking her clothes off with the male protagonist, and he assures her that he will never leave her. The line "You kiss my lips and you taste like pain" implies the relationship may not be wholly positive for both parties. However, their desire to experience more than they currently can because of their age is more significant.
Ultimately, the song is a commentary on the restrictions society can put on people, particularly those who are underage. The singer's world primarily revolves around fitting within the legal limitations of their age, and they feel like they can express themselves freely only when they get older.
Line by Line Meaning
Keep your body moving, girl
Don't stop, keep dancing and enjoying the music
The beat is bumpin'
The rhythm of the music is exciting and energizing
Go ahead and let them talk
Ignore what others are saying or gossiping about you
Their words mean nothing
What others say about you should not affect you
I know you're scared
I understand that you're afraid
But don't leave this place
Don't run away from this situation
Just turn around
Look at me and face the situation
And let me see your face
Show me your true feelings
And now you're crying
You're emotional and upset
And you hold me
You're seeking comfort and support from me
And you whisper in my ear
You're telling me something personal and emotional
Whoa-e, whoa-e, oh-oh
An expression of excitement and anticipation
Oh-we, oh-we, oh-oh
An expression of yearning or longing
I wish we were older
I wish we were more mature or experienced in life
Tonight we'll touch
We'll become physically intimate
And they won't know
No one will find out about what we're doing
I know you're dying
You're really eager or excited
To take off your clothes
To get undressed and be intimate
Just trust in me
Believe that I won't hurt you and you can rely on me
I'll never run away
I'll always be there for you
You kiss my lips
We're becoming intimate and kissing
And you taste like pain
You have a history of hurt or pain that I can sense
And while I'm pushing it, I'm moving
I'm being forward and aggressive in our intimacy
Somehow you manage to say
You're communicating with me despite our intimacy
Just take my hand
I'm taking the lead and showing you the way
I'll never let go
I'll always be there for you and support you
And don't cry now
Stop crying
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANTHONY IMPROGO, MASON MUSSO, TIMOTHY HEALY, TRACE CYRUS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Emily Davenport
Through 2008, 2009 and 2010 all I wanted to do was get older, more 'grown up.' Now, I'm seriously wishing I'd just've taken advantage of those awesome times and forgotten about the future. Cos now I'm too old to do that.
Christ is my Lord
How are you doing now? How old are you
Emily Davenport
God, this song brings back some damn good memories :)
Lana banana
now I wish we were younger!
Riwis Anthony Aguilera Gil
yes, olds times
Maks
this is depressing
Katrina Minshew
How about now?? 🫠😅
LittleINSANEdOLl
Brings back so many memories... :) I love this song....
hannah Gidwell
this makes me want to be 16 again :(
Rose B
oh my god. this song is so addicting. i can't get enough of it. :D