The Lawhon brothers formed KO KO in 2012. They released three songs on Bandcamp and, a week later, received a record deal from Republic Records. Due to the number of other groups using the "KO KO" moniker, the group changed its name to Pacific Air and began work on their first EP.
In October 2012, the group released the Long Live KOKO EP. The record received critical acclaim, as did the EP's lead single, "Float". "Float" saw a rise in popularity following a flurry of Hype Machine success and a number of remixes including Ra Ra Riot, RAC, TheFatRat, Robert Delong and Sound Remedy. Shortly after the release of the EP, Pacific Air embarked on several tours, opening for bands such as Passion Pit, Walk the Moon, Two Door Cinema Club and Ra Ra Riot. During this time, they have also been promoting their debut studio album, Stop Talking, which released on June 11 2013.
Lose My Mind
Pacific Air Lyrics
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And how cold it's been
I could steal my father's sweater
But I'm way too thin to be the only one in
I know I want to take a bath
Without the water turning black
I know I want to be a man
Oh before, oh before, before I lose my mind
Before I lose my mind
Before I lose my mind
Before I lose my mind
I've been thinking about my future
And how cold it's been
When I look into a mirror
I can only see my reflection
I know I want to take a bath
Without my footsteps turning black
I know I want to take a chance
Oh before, oh before, before I lose my mind
Until I reach my goal
I quit my job, I've got nowhere else to go
Before I lose my mind
Before I lose my mind
Before I lose my mind
Before I lose my mind
Before I lose my mind
Before I lose my mind
Before I lose my mind
Before I lose my mind
The lyrics of Pacific Air's song "Lose My Mind" reflect a feeling of being lost and uncertain about the future. The singer reflects on how cold he feels, both physically and emotionally. Thinking about the ocean, he realizes that he is too thin to go swimming in its cold waters, and the idea of stealing his father's sweater to keep warm does not appeal to him either. The idea of taking a bath without the water turning black indicates a sense of wanting to cleanse oneself of something dirty or unwanted. Similarly, the reflection in the mirror only reveals the singer's own image, suggesting a feeling of self-absorption and introspection.
The song's chorus repeats the line "Before I lose my mind" several times, further emphasizing the singer's sense of urgency and concern about his mental state. He recognizes that he wants to be a man and take a chance, but he feels that time is running out. The line "Until I reach my goal, I quit my job, I've got nowhere else to go" suggests a determination to follow his dreams, even if it means taking a risk.
Overall, "Lose My Mind" expresses a deep sense of uncertainty and vulnerability, but also a determination to push forward in pursuit of something better. The somber tone of the music and lyrics adds to the introspective nature of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been thinking about the ocean
I have been contemplating the ocean as a metaphor for something unknown and vast
And how cold it's been
And how it feels distant and not welcoming
I could steal my father's sweater
I could seek comfort in something I am familiar with, like my father's sweater
But I'm way too thin to be the only one in
But I feel like I don't belong there because I am different and not accustomed to it
I know I want to take a bath
I know I want to find a way to cleanse myself
Without the water turning black
Without confronting the dark and negative aspects of myself
I know I want to be a man
I know I want to grow up and face my responsibilities
Oh before, oh before, before I lose my mind
Before I become overwhelmed by my doubts and fears
I've been thinking about my future
I have been considering my goals and aspirations
When I look into a mirror
When I reflect on myself and my actions
I can only see my reflection
I can only see the superficial and obvious aspects of myself
I know I want to take a bath
I know I want to cleanse my spirit and start anew
Without my footsteps turning black
Without being weighed down by my past mistakes and regrets
I know I want to take a chance
I know I want to take a risk and pursue my dreams
Until I reach my goal
Until I am satisfied and content with my accomplishments
I quit my job, I've got nowhere else to go
I am willing to leave my current situation behind and start a new chapter in my life
Before I lose my mind
Before I become too overwhelmed and lose my grip on reality
Before I lose my mind
Before I become too consumed by my doubts and fears
Before I lose my mind
Before I become too discouraged and give up on my dreams
Before I lose my mind
Before I become too lost and lose sight of my goals
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: RYAN MARSHALL LAWHON, TAYLOR LAWHON
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Lexx Avila
This is a pretty awesome track! Never heard of Pacific Air. Totally turned on to them now.
Natália Oliveira Savi
demais demais !
Nagham
Best lyric video ever! And I love this song :)
Felipe Medeiros
this is one of the bests albums of 2013, and one of the bests i've ever heard, since I still think how awesome it is every time I hear it, it's sad that they ended the project, i loved them since they're KO KO with just 3 songs. hope one day they come back together... Mating Ritual it's a great project, but Pacific Air it's just perfect (and sorry for my english btw)
Camilla
Felipe Medeiros it is indeed a very good album. also, good info you've shared, never heard of Ko Ko or Mating Ritual :o thanks for the info
Felipe Medeiros
you're welcome! haha actually KO KO and Pacific Air are the same project, and Mating Ritual it's one of the brothers
Edvin
now THEY'RE BACK!
Valentia16
Such a class band. She is unbelievable as well..
Bored Bear
Great video! Love this song!
clint eastwood
love this song......