While still unsigned the band recorded and released two EPs and one full-length album, selling over 100,000 digital singles independently before signing a major label record deal with Virgin Records in 2008.
In 2009, Virgin Records re-released the band’s record, "How To Call A Bluff", with the addition of two new songs, “Go” and Dreamer”. Their song, “Say So”, received moderate radio airplay throughout the U.S. during 2009.
They have toured with artists such as The Cab, The Summer Set, Hellogoodbye, Fun, Forever The Sickest Kids, The Rocket Summer, and Kelly Clarkson, among others.
My Favorite Highway disbanded in September of 2010.
Unaware
My Favorite Highway Lyrics
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Starting off another day, (it all feels the same)
She takes in the morning air
A faint smile while she does her hair, (she's unaware)
She remarks, but she never complains
Big dreams that are never in vain, (never change)
I picture her in her car
Singing along to her favorite rock star, (she's a star)
Don't let it pull you down
Don't let it burn you out
You're so much stronger than you know
Down here time moves so slow
Life could pass you by and you wouldn't know, (who wouldn't know)
Things change but the rarely do
Count the days as the barely move, (you did what you had to)
If you feel the sudden urge to escape
A fast car and your favorite mix tape, (run away)
If you feel that you're needing to cry
Run to these arms, they won't ask you why, (dry your eyes)
So please don't go away
Say you'll stay with me
The song "Unaware" by My Favorite Highway is about a person who goes through their daily routine, seemingly unaware of the monotony that surrounds them. The lyrics describe a woman who goes about her day, taking in the morning air, doing her hair, and singing along to her favorite rock star in the car. The song encourages the listener to stay strong, not let the mundane take over their life, and to find a way to escape if they need to.
The chorus tells the listener not to let life's struggles pull them down and burn them out, and that they are stronger than they realize. The song then talks about how life can feel slow and unchanging, but urges the listener to count each day and do what they have to do to make it through. The lyrics suggest that if the listener feels the need to escape, they should get in a fast car and listen to their favorite songs, or seek comfort in the arms of someone who cares.
Overall, the message of the song is a hopeful one. It acknowledges the struggles of daily life, but encourages the listener to keep going, find moments of joy and escape when they can, and seek comfort in the people they love. The song is a reminder that even when life feels dull and monotonous, there are ways to find happiness and meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
Light breaks through a crack in the shades
The beginning of a new day, rays of light seep through a crevice in the window covers
Starting off another day, (it all feels the same)
Every day feels repetitive, there's no excitement in the routine
She takes in the morning air
Breathing in the fresh ambiance of the morning
A faint smile while she does her hair, (she's unaware)
Unconsciously, she's wearing a slight grin as she styles her hair
She remarks, but she never complains
Although she comments, she doesn't grumble or whine
Big dreams that are never in vain, (never change)
Her aspirations are significant and have an immense purpose, they won't alter
I picture her in her car
Imagining her seated in her vehicle
Singing along to her favorite rock star, (she's a star)
She's singing out loud to her preferred rock musician, she herself is a potential celebrity
Don't let it pull you down
Don't allow negativity to bring you down
Don't let it burn you out
Don't let it drain your energy and leave you exhausted
You're so much stronger than you know
You possess strength that you're unaware of
Down here time moves so slow
Time passes by at a sluggish speed in this place
Life could pass you by and you wouldn't know, (who wouldn't know)
Life could fly by, and you wouldn't even realize
Things change but they rarely do
Alterations occur infrequently
Count the days as they barely move, (you did what you had to)
Mark each day as it barely inches along, you did what was necessary
If you feel the sudden urge to escape
If you experience the abrupt desire to flee
A fast car and your favorite mix tape, (run away)
All you need is a speedy vehicle and your beloved playlist to drive away from everything
If you feel that you're needing to cry
If you feel that the need to weep overwhelms you
Run to these arms, they won't ask you why, (dry your eyes)
Come to the embrace of these welcoming arms, which won't ask any questions, just dry your tears
So please don't go away
Please don't leave
Say you'll stay with me
Promise you'll remain by my side
Contributed by Olivia M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dugpdcv9963
"Life could pass you by and you wouldn't know". I love this band.
@Mr18021986
i have 25 years old and this is one of my favorite bands ever =)
@emilyyyy1993
besides lyrics, the whole song is also amazzzzing!
@jacnrh
Yes Dave is singing this. This is roughly 2ish years old. Its the first demo of the song. You'll notice they took out the line "And I picture her in her car, singing along to her favorite rock star. She's a star.'
@explosivrice
amazing song thanks for posting :)
@emmafortomorrow
i love this songg.
@ISHAISHAISHAISHA
It hit hard. :)
@T3chnoGirrl
well done video
@ericcosta2627
Essa musica é muito bonita
@Composuree
@TheOneAndOnlyHXC this version? is there another one?