In February 2012 the trio's debut EP No Sweat reached #6 on the iTunes overall Albums Chart and #33 on Billboard's Independent Albums Chart selling over 11,000 EP's and over 20,000 singles. In Summer 2012, the band released 13 free singles as part of their Summer Of Rad weekly release series, generating over 500,000 downloads and millions of online streams.
Radical Something is preparing to release a full-length album in late Summer 2013. In the weeks leading up to the album release, the Cali-natives will bring their SUMMER OF LOVE tour to Boston, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. The major-city tour will be the first opportunity for fans to hear many of the new songs from the upcoming album.
Since March 2012, Radical Something has headlined over 60 shows throughout the U.S. in addition to supporting shows with Slightly Stoopid, SOJA, Gramatik, Sammy Adams, Asher Roth and more.
Be Easy
Radical Something Lyrics
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Yeah feelin' fantastic... C'mon
Man a group like this you never could've expected
Cocktail mixed with some Loggy and Kinetics
So just relax Lay back and Be Easy
Take your time, let it go, live freely
And Be Easy (You know)
Strong drinks, strong drinks what we sippin' like
Their on me, on me cuz we're living right
And who's sayin' that some new love can't begin tonight?
Well I didn't, and neither did you
And only got essentials, yeah reefer for two
And now you got me goin' mental, ain't a thing I can do
You're sinking deeper in my chest as I'm thinking of you
And so the sun melts with a unified brilliance
I find words to describe you in the millions
Sweet sublimals but your a villainous
A sweet criminal stealin' all my feelings for yourself
And watch the shadows stretch across the pavement
And when the coastline wonders where the waves went
My thoughts surface, crept up from the basement
Giving me a hint that you know I'm gunna take with
So just relax Lay back and Be Easy
Take your time, let it go, live freely And Be Easy
I watch the sun travel over the sky
See how long I can survive without a phone at my side
And in this moment I can flashback back to my youth
Imagine a Blackberry and fathom an Apple as actual fruits
Speakin' of apples, I love the city I reside
But why these people kill themselves over their 9 to 5s?
All these items that are gilded aren't gold inside
How much lifestyle must you buy before you feel alive?
Those dreams covered in glitter couldn't be hollower
Even without a Twitter you're still considered a follower
So if I was starry-eyed, sorry, I apologize
I just hit up Loggy for a collie ride
And we took a pair of headphones from the east coast (Kinetics)
And a little Cali bud from the west (yo it's Loggy)
And stirred it up inside a cocktail (yeah)
And then we ended up with this... Be easy
So just relax Lay back and Be Easy
Take your time, let it go, live freely And Be Easy (You know)
Lay back and be easy Just take your time, let it go, live freely
Be Easy Just relax, lay back, Be Easy
Take your time, let it go, live freely
The lyrics of Radical Something's song Be Easy featuring Kinetics are all about living a chill and carefree life. The song opens with lines that talk about the good vibes and unexpectedness of the group, alluding to how their music can make the listeners feel fantastic. The metaphor of 'a cocktail mixed with some Loggy and Kinetics' creates a sense of easy-going and relaxing tempo of the song. The chorus encourages the audience to take it easy, relax and live freely. They use palm trees, and strong drinks as symbols of this carefree and laid back lifestyle, whilst also hinting that perhaps they are in a tropical location from which they write their music, further emphasizing the relaxed tone of the song.
The second verse continues with the group's musings of the modern world and its limitations, and how so many people have become slaves to their smartphones and their 9-5 jobs, striving for material things that don't necessarily bring true happiness. They make a comparison between the youth and the present day, reflecting on how the fast-paced world has stolen moments of stillness and reflection. The verse ends with an invitation to join them in a time of simplicity and enjoying the little things in life. The use of 'stirred it up inside a cocktail' also reiterates that life should not be taken too seriously and that taking things easy is the best way to gain peace of mind and happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah feelin' fantastic... C'mon
Starting off the day feeling great, ready to have a good time.
Man a group like this you never could've expected
Being with a group of talented individuals is unexpected and awesome.
Cocktail mixed with some Loggy and Kinetics
Drinking a cocktail mixed with Loggy and Kinetics' music is the perfect combination.
So just relax Lay back and Be Easy
Just unwind, kick back, and enjoy the moment without worries.
Take your time, let it go, live freely
Don't rush through life, let things happen naturally and enjoy the freedom.
And Be Easy (You know)
Just be at ease and feel the good vibes.
Palm trees, palm trees where we sit 'n' write
Being surrounded by palm trees while writing is the ideal setting.
Strong drinks, strong drinks what we sippin' like
Sipping on strong drinks to enhance the experience.
Their on me, on me cuz we're living right
People are noticing and following our lifestyle because it's positive and fulfilling.
And who's sayin' that some new love can't begin tonight?
There's always the possibility of finding new love, even in the present moment.
Well I didn't, and neither did you
We didn't say that new love wasn't possible, so let's keep an open mind.
And only got essentials, yeah reefer for two
Keeping it simple with just the necessities, like some weed for the two of us.
And now you got me goin' mental, ain't a thing I can do
You're driving me crazy with your charm and there's nothing I can do to resist.
You're sinking deeper in my chest as I'm thinking of you
Thinking of you is causing my feelings for you to intensify even more.
And so the sun melts with a unified brilliance
The sunset is a beautiful and stunning sight to see.
I find words to describe you in the millions
There are countless words to describe how amazing and special you are.
Sweet sublimals but your a villainous
You may seem sweet and innocent, but you have a mischievous side too.
A sweet criminal stealin' all my feelings for yourself
You're stealing my heart and making me fall for you more and more.
And watch the shadows stretch across the pavement
Watching the shadows expand over the pavement is a serene moment.
And when the coastline wonders where the waves went
When the ocean calms down, it's a peaceful and tranquil time.
My thoughts surface, crept up from the basement
My thoughts are coming to the surface, slowly but surely.
Giving me a hint that you know I'm gunna take with
I'm getting a feeling that you're giving me a clue that I'm going to follow.
I watch the sun travel over the sky
Observing the sun's journey throughout the day is an amazing sight.
See how long I can survive without a phone at my side
Testing oneself to see how long they can go without a phone is a challenge.
And in this moment I can flashback back to my youth
In this moment, memories from my younger days come flooding back.
Imagine a Blackberry and fathom an Apple as actual fruits
Thinking about how technology has evolved and reminiscing about the good old days.
All these items that are gilded aren't gold inside
Material possessions may appear valuable, but they don't bring true happiness.
How much lifestyle must you buy before you feel alive?
Acquiring more things won't make you feel fulfilled, you have to find it within yourself.
Those dreams covered in glitter couldn't be hollower
Dreams that are all about fame and fortune are superficial and empty.
Even without a Twitter you're still considered a follower
Even if you don't have a social media following, you can still be a follower in life.
So if I was starry-eyed, sorry, I apologize
If I seem naive or overly optimistic, I apologize.
I just hit up Loggy for a collie ride
I reached out to Loggy for a ride in his car.
And we took a pair of headphones from the east coast (Kinetics)
We borrowed some headphones from Kinetics on the east coast to listen to music.
And a little Cali bud from the west (yo it's Loggy)
Loggy brought some weed from California to share.
And stirred it up inside a cocktail (yeah)
We mixed it into our drinks to enhance the experience.
And then we ended up with this... Be easy
The combination of good people, good music, and good drinks led to a relaxed atmosphere.
Lay back and be easy
Relax and enjoy the moment.
Just take your time, let it go, live freely
Don't rush, let things happen naturally, and enjoy the freedom.
Be Easy
Just relax and enjoy the good vibes.
Just relax, lay back, Be Easy
Take it easy, unwind, and kick back.
Contributed by Nathan D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sara K
My freshman year of Highschool was when I was deep deep deep in obsession over radical something. Bump this in my headphones struttin through the hallways 😂
WriterxEdge
It was my eighth grade, so I feel this. :)
LELI
I'm here cuz of of your Prom makeup video lol. Love your videos by the way! 💕
Pudnite
yup my 8th grade year as well
Sneaky Somalia
Sara K now we cruze downtown bumping radical through the sound system. 😎
Gabi Jackson
I spent 30 minutes trying to remember this band I listened to in 2011 and the word "Radical" popped into my head and Spotify did the rest! So happy I found this again.
Ashley E
Feel like this song is underappreciated. So good.
Fares Chabaane
Is nice
ElprincipeHamlet
All of their songs
Jeffrey Mulford
i don't understand why this doesn't have millions of views by now. you guys are the best band i've ever heard in my life, hands down.