1) Midtown is a pop-pun… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist named Midtown:
1) Midtown is a pop-punk band from Springfield, New Jersey, United States. Formed in November of 1998 by three Rutgers students, the band soon became a pop-rock quartet and took advantage of the fertile New Jersey punk scene to develop a unique sound that combined elements of both emo and alternative sounds. They began recording shortly after their formation. Their first EP, "Sacrifice of Life," was issued by Pinball Records in 1999. Their first full-length album, "Save the World, Lose the Girl," was released in early 2000 by the Drive-Thru Records label and picked up for distribution by MCA. Shortly after their second full-length, "Living Well Is The Best Revenge" was released, they left the label. Their third album, "Forget What You Know," was produced while the band was not under contract with a record label and then picked up by Sony Records.
The very popular song "Give It Up" appeared in the summer of 2004 in the box-office hit: "Spider-Man 2" soundtrack. It was also featured in the EA Games title: "Burnout 3: Takedown" in the autumn of 2004.
In 2005 the band deferred and continued projects elsewhere. The lead singer/bass player Gabe Saporta, who is currently a member of Cobra Starship, had to clarify the situation. When asked why Midtown had deferred, he had this to say:
"Well, Midtown’s not broken up. Basically, after our last tour we were supposed to start writing new stuff and then our friends in Senses Fail needed a guitar player so they asked Heath to go out and that turned into a longer thing. I had been working with beats, like on the last Midtown album I did a lot of experimenting with beats and I wanted to take a different approach to songwriting. I wanted to do something a little more fun, because Midtown had gotten really serious which was good and it was a good outlet for me but I wanted to do something that would showcase my personality."
However, many fans now have the impression that Midtown will never reunite, as all of the members now have other projects. Saporta has stated that one final show will happen in the future sometime in New Jersey. When it's going to happen is unknown at this time due to the ongoing projects.
Lead singer/bassist Gabe Saporta is currently the lead singer for, Cobra Starship.
Guitarist Heath Saraceno is currently playing guitar with Senses Fail.
Guitarist Tyler Rann plays with his band Band of Thieves.
Drummer Rob Hitt works on his label, I Surrender Records, and manages bands at Crush Music Management.
In early 2014 Midtown announced that they would reunite to play two shows at the Skate And Surf Festival of that year.
Several years later, in 2022, Midtown announced their Resurrection Tour, opening for four My Chemical Romance shows, and performing four other concerts of their own, along with Riot Fest.
2) A barbershop quartet from Manhattan, who won the BHS International Quartet Contest in 2023.
Sister Golden Hair
Midtown Lyrics
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That I set my sights on Monday and I got myself undressed
I ain't ready for the altar but I do agree there's times
When a woman sure can be a friend of mine
Well, I keep on thinking 'bout you, Sister Golden Hair surprise
And I just can't live without you, can't you see it in my eyes?
I been one poor correspondent and I been too, too hard to find
Will you meet me in the middle, will you meet me in the air?
Will you love me just a little, just enough to show you care?
Well, I tried to fake it, I don't mind saying, I just can't make it
Well, I keep on thinking 'bout you, Sister Golden Hair surprise
And I just can't live without you; can't you see it in my eyes?
Now I been one poor correspondent, and I been too, too hard to find
But it doesn't mean you ain't been on my mind
Will you meet me in the middle, will you meet me in the air?
Will you love me just a little, just enough to show you care?
Well, I tried to fake it, I don't mind saying, I just can't make it
The lyrics to Midtown's song Sister Golden Hair is a plea to a woman named Sister Golden Hair from a man who is struggling with depression and loneliness. He tried to make it through the weekend but failed and then focused on Monday, the start of a new week. He is not ready to commit to marriage but recognizes the importance of having a woman as a friend in his life. He confesses to not being a great communicator and having a hard time finding her but assures her that she has been on his mind.
The repetition of "Sister Golden Hair surprise" throughout the song adds to the melancholy tone of the lyrics. It's almost as if the mention of her name is a comfort to the singer but also a painful reminder of his inability to connect with her.
The chorus repeats the singer's desire for Sister Golden Hair to meet him in the middle and show him just a little bit of love and care. He admits to trying to fake it but ultimately he can't pretend that he doesn't need her.
Overall, the song is a poignant portrayal of loneliness and the search for human connection. The singer's vulnerability and honesty make it a relatable and moving piece.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I tried to make it Sunday but I got so damn depressed
I attempted to enjoy my weekend, but I felt incredibly sad and hopeless
That I set my sights on Monday and I got myself undressed
I decided to focus on the upcoming work week and retreated to my comfort zone
I ain't ready for the altar but I do agree there's times
When a woman sure can be a friend of mine
I'm not yet prepared for marriage, but I recognize that there are certain moments in life when a female friend can provide crucial support
Well, I keep on thinking 'bout you, Sister Golden Hair surprise
I can't stop pondering about you, my unexpected and beloved Sister Golden Hair
And I just can't live without you, can't you see it in my eyes?
You're essential to my life, isn't it obvious when you look into my eyes?
I been one poor correspondent and I been too, too hard to find
I've been terrible at keeping in touch and it's been challenging for you to locate me
But it doesn't mean you ain't been on my mind
However, it doesn't imply that I haven't been thinking about you constantly
Will you meet me in the middle, will you meet me in the air?
Will you compromise with me? Will you join me halfway or come to a compromise with me?
Will you love me just a little, just enough to show you care?
Could you demonstrate your affection and care for me in even the smallest of ways?
Well, I tried to fake it, I don't mind saying, I just can't make it
Honestly, I've attempted to pretend that everything is okay, but the truth is that I can't handle this on my own
Contributed by Chloe Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.