O.A.R. (Of A Revolution) is an alternative rock band which formed in Rockvi… Read Full Bio ↴O.A.R. (Of A Revolution) is an alternative rock band which formed in Rockville, Maryland, United States in 1996. The band consists of Marc Roberge (vocals, guitar), Chris Culos (drums, percussion), Richard On (guitar, backing vocals), Benj Gershman (bass), and Jerry DePizzo (saxophone, guitar, backing vocals). The band has released seven albums: "The Wanderer" (1997), Soul's Aflame (2000), "Risen" (2001), "In Between Now and Then" (2003), "Stories of a Stranger" (2005), "All Sides" (2008), and King (2011).

After gaining a following as a popular live act on college campuses, the band has gained popular success since signing to Lava Records in 2005, with their singles "Love and Memories" and "Shattered (Turn the Car Around)" gaining mainstream radio airplay. Speaking with Songfacts in an interview, Roberge explained "Love and Memories" was inspired by the Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet movie, The Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.

The members of O.A.R. first came together in Rockville, Maryland in the basement of drummer Chris Culos' childhood home in 1996. As a young group of musicians, they were the prototype of the modern, self-starting band--taking charge of their fate by working the internet and building an identifiable sound. The band’s music, a rock/reggae fusion, consisted of songs that were fully accessible, yet teasingly elusive. Attracting fans all across the country, the band members toured relentlessly, pushing their album sales through boundless dedication and word-of-mouth appeal, never waiting for the industry to catch up. O.A.R. owes much of their success to piracy and Napster, the mp3 sharing engine. Around 2000, O.A.R.'s popularity greatly increased among college students because their song "Crazy Game of Poker" was a huge hit on Napster.

By the time the band had reached their 10 year anniversary together, they had sold over 1.2 million albums and performed in front of over 1 million people. Their studio record, Stories of a Stranger, produced radio favorites “Love and Memories” and “Heard the World” as well as mtvU’s Most Downloaded Video of 2006, “Lay Down.” The band followed up the successful release with a live double disc CD and DVD set, Live From Madison Square Garden, recorded during the band’s second sold-out performance at the prestigious arena.

Early in 2008, the band members holed themselves up in a studio in Los Angeles to work on their next project, All Sides. The album was released on July 15th.

The Heaven Songfacts reports that the first single from O.A.R.'s seventh studio album, King was released on June 7, 2011 on Wind-Up Records.

. For more information about O.A.R., go to www.ofarevolution.com.

Delicate Few
O.A.R. Lyrics

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Amazing how we all want this life a little more everyday.
It's crazy how we pick ourselves up just to let us down anyway.
The one thing that you're missing is loungin' on the log right next to you.
So pick up that precious something and relax for a delicate few.

Amazing how we all want this life a little more everyday.
It's crazy how we pick ourselves up just to let us down anyway.
The one thing that you're missing is loungin' on the log right next to you.

So pick up that precious something and relax for a delicate few.

It's crazy how we all need this time a little more every way.
It's wild how we stay up nights losing part of the day.
The one time that you're loathing is there for you oh so well.
So pick up that precious someone relax for a delicate spell.

Rising up early the sun barely before me I could have sworn I just went to bed.
I smell the blizzard in the air, Winter's bitter love affair.
I grab my coat, my hat, my jacks...I put my hat on my head and I was off again as she said,
Rising up early the sun barely before me, I could have sworn I just laid my head to bed about an
hour ago.

Blizzard in the air, Winter's bitter love affair,
I grab my coat again, hat on my head, lit my jack and I was off again she said,
Rising up early that sun rose barely before me, I could have sworn I just laid my head to bed.
I've got to, but it was so cold, I've got trouble keeping hold of my lady sleeping next to me.

But I swear today, I'm gonna go off in a delicate way and I'll have so much fun I swear.
No matter what goes wrong, I'll be moving on,
I promise you, jack in my mouth, hat on my head, and I was off again she said,
Relax for a delicate few.

Just me and you.

I swear to you true, I do.
Relax for a delicate few.

Overall Meaning

The song "Delicate Few" by O.A.R. talks about taking time to relax and enjoy life, despite the stress and chaos that comes with it. The lyrics describe how people constantly strive for more, yet ultimately end up disappointed. The singer encourages listeners to take a break from their busy lives and focus on the moment. The reference to "loungin' on the log" and "delicate few" implies that taking small moments to relax in nature can be beneficial to one's well-being. The song also touches upon the process of growing older and the need to slow down and appreciate life.

Overall, the song urges listeners to take a moment to breathe and focus on the present. The opening lines of the song repeat the phrase "amazing how we all want this life a little more everyday," emphasizing our constant desire for more. The lyrics suggest that despite this desire, it's important to take a step back and appreciate what we already have. The chorus reinforces this message, telling listeners to "relax for a delicate few" and enjoy what's around them.

Line by Line Meaning

Amazing how we all want this life a little more everyday.
Everyone desires this life more with each passing day.

It's crazy how we pick ourselves up just to let us down anyway.
Even though we strive to do better, we often end up feeling disappointed.

The one thing that you're missing is loungin' on the log right next to you.
You already have everything you need to be content, but you might not realize it yet.

So pick up that precious something and relax for a delicate few.
Take a moment to appreciate what you have and enjoy it without overthinking or worrying.

It's crazy how we all need this time a little more every way.
We all crave more time to slow down and relax.

It's wild how we stay up nights losing part of the day.
We often sacrifice sleep and rest in order to be productive or achieve our goals.

The one time that you're loathing is there for you oh so well.
The thing you're dreading or avoiding could actually bring you a lot of joy if you give it a chance.

So pick up that precious someone relax for a delicate spell.
Take advantage of the opportunity to slow down and enjoy someone's company without distractions or worries.

Rising up early the sun barely before me I could have sworn I just went to bed.
Even though it's early morning, it feels like you just went to sleep.

I smell the blizzard in the air, Winter's bitter love affair.
Winter brings plenty of hardships and challenges, but there's a strange beauty to it as well.

I grab my coat, my hat, my jacks...I put my hat on my head and I was off again as she said,
Without much hesitation, I get ready to go outside despite the cold and harsh conditions.

I've got to, but it was so cold, I've got trouble keeping hold of my lady sleeping next to me.
As I leave, I struggle to hold onto the warmth and intimacy of my partner's presence.

But I swear today, I'm gonna go off in a delicate way and I'll have so much fun I swear.
Despite the difficulties of winter, I'm determined to make the most of it and enjoy myself.

No matter what goes wrong, I'll be moving on,
I won't let setbacks or problems get in the way of my enjoyment of life.

I promise you, jack in my mouth, hat on my head, and I was off again she said,
With a sense of determination and purpose, I set out on my adventure once again.

Just me and you.
It's just the two of us enjoying each other's company.

I swear to you true, I do.
I promise with complete sincerity.

Relax for a delicate few.
Take a moment to unwind and savor the simple pleasures in life.

Lyrics © REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: CHRIS CULOS, MARC ANDREW ROBERGE

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