The band signed with Razor And Tie records before releasing the Future Fears EP. After a delay, the Future Fears LP was released in 2012, and the band played their final show in spring 2013. Josh Williams now plays in Cadets, and former members Alex West, Nick Novak, and Kevin Cerbone now perform with Young Edison.
While We're Young
Ocean Is Theory Lyrics
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Then what I didn't do.
Are you going to let them plan.
Your whole life out for you.
Make sure you can tell your children.
You're proud of what you've done.
(While we're young...)
Take the first step.
Run now, run faster.
While you're young.
And while you still care.
When you get older it gets.
Harder till you just can't.
Remember where you're going.
While you try to get there.
The things that make you fall,
And run, and want to even care.
Now that you're old.
What have you done, who are you?
Is this where you thought you'd be at forty?
Are you happy?
Don't wait for it.
Don't wait for it.
Don't wait for it.
Take the first step.
Run now, run faster.
While you're young.
And while you still care.
When you get older it gets.
Harder till you just can't.
Remember where you're going.
While you try to get there.
The things that make you fall,
And run, and want to even care.
While we're young... (While we're young...)
Run now, run faster.
While you're young.
And while you still care.
When you get older it gets.
Harder till you just can't.
Remember where you're going.
While you try to get there.
The things that make you fall,
And run, and want to even care.
(While we're young...) Run now, run faster.
While you're young.
And while you still care.
When you get older it gets.
Harder till you just can't.
(While we're young...) Remember where you're going.
While you try to get there.
The things that make you fall,
And run, and want to even care.
The lyrics to Ocean Is Theory's song 'While We're Young' are about taking risks and living life to the fullest while you are still young. The song exhorts listeners to follow their dreams and take the time to pursue the things they are passionate about, rather than allowing others to dictate their path in life. The refrain "Run now, run faster, while you're young" is a call to action, urging the listener to seize the moment and make the most of their youth.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of regret, with the lines "I'd rather regret what I've done than what I didn't do" suggesting that taking risks and pursuing your passions is better than living a life of regret and wondering what might have been. The song encourages listeners to make sure that they can look back on their lives with pride, and that they have achieved the things that they set out to do.
In essence, 'While We're Young' is a song about carpe diem and the importance of seizing the moment. It highlights the fleeting nature of youth and the many opportunities that are available during this time, if only we are willing to take a chance.
Line by Line Meaning
I'd rather regret what I done.
I prefer to feel remorse for things that I have done rather than things that I haven't done.
Then what I didn't do.
I would rather regret taking action than not taking action.
Are you going to let them plan.
Will you allow others to plan your life for you?
Your whole life out for you.
Will you let others dictate how you live your life?
Make sure you can tell your children.
Ensure that you can proudly talk to your children about your life's accomplishments.
You're proud of what you've done.
Be proud of the actions you have taken in your life.
(While we're young...)
The following words are meant to inspire action while still young.
Don't wait for it.
Do not hesitate to take action.
Take the first step.
Be the one to take the lead in your own life.
Run now, run faster.
Take quick and decisive action.
While you're young.
Act now while you are still young.
And while you still care.
Do things while you are still passionate about them.
When you get older it gets.
As you age, things can become more challenging.
Harder till you just can't.
Life can become so difficult that it feels impossible to make changes.
Remember where you're going.
Keep in mind your goals and aspirations.
While you try to get there.
As you work towards achieving your goals.
The things that make you fall,
The obstacles that can cause you to stumble.
And run, and want to even care.
The things that make you want to give up or not care.
Now that you're old.
Now that you are older.
What have you done, who are you?
What actions have you taken and how do they reflect who you are as a person?
Is this where you thought you'd be at forty?
Are you currently where you thought you would be at this point in your life?
Are you happy?
Are you content with where you are in life?
(While we're young...) Run now, run faster.
Take action now, and do so with speed and urgency.
(While we're young...) Remember where you're going.
Keep in mind your goals and aspirations while you are young.
(While we're young...) The things that make you fall,
Despite challenges or obstacles, continue to push and strive for what you want while you are young.
(While we're young...) And run, and want to even care.
Fight off the urge to give up, and continue to care about your goals while you are young.
Writer(s): Ocean Theory, Jacques Brautbar
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