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.
Santa Barbara
Radical Something Lyrics
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Down in Isla Vista, where the Freebirds′ open late
On DP, life's so sweet, everybody livin′ on easy street
We're goin' back to Santa Barbara, where the people, the people know my name
Let the sun splash on my shoulder blades
And watch the girls pass on their roller skates
And ask about the taste the aroma makes
So we choose to pace around the village
And chase around the women wonder if were gunna get ′em and we will
I promise that, ask me where my honest at
Right beside my girl and my Santa Barbara hat
Oohh
Let me catch a ride with ya, really wanna vibe with ya baby
Maybe I could slide with ya, let me catch a ride cuz you know we′re goin'
Back to Santa Barbara, where the people know my name
Down in Isla Vista, where the Freebirds′ open late
On DP, life's so sweet, everybody livin′ on easy street
We're goin′ back to Santa Barbara, where the people, the people know my name
Reflect on days, electric shades
Where the trees give us shade and the trees let us fade
So tell me that you want me that you need me
And tell me that when times get hard we'll take it easy
Serotonin in the moment got me zonin'
And people say I′m growing so I know I gotta own it
I′m sick of all the pros and the cons that you focus on
When love is something that'll drop u if your not holding on
Oohh
Let me catch a ride with ya, really wanna vibe with ya baby
Maybe I could slide with ya, let me catch a ride cuz you know we′re goin'
Back to Santa Barbara, where the people know my name
Down in Isla Vista, where the Freebirds′ open late
On DP, life's so sweet, everybody livin′ on easy street
We're goin' back to Santa Barbara, where the people, the people know my name
Back to Santa Barbara
In Radical Something's song "Santa Barbara," the chorus expresses the joy of returning to a place where the people know you, using the repetition of the city's name to emphasize the sense of familiarity. The second line mentions Isla Vista, a small student town in Santa Barbara that houses the University of California, Santa Barbara. The reference to Freebirds, a local burrito joint that serves till late, further highlights the carefree and easy-going nature of the town. The third line mentions DP, an abbreviation for Del Playa, a street that runs alongside the beach in Isla Vista, which is where the party scene thrives. The joyous tone of the song is reflected in the lyrics as they describe enjoying the sun, watching girls on roller skates, and chasing women around town.
The second verse describes the writer's desire to connect with someone they're excited about, and to ride with them back to their beloved city. It's a cheerful verse that continues the carefree theme of the song. The bridge of the song brings in a nostalgic touch, with the writer reflecting on the past and the experiences he had in Santa Barbara. The line, "Where the trees give us shade and the trees let us fade," evokes the feeling of sitting under a tree with your friends, just enjoying life. The outro brings the song to a close, ending it by repeating the chorus one last time.
Line by Line Meaning
Back to Santa Barbara, where the people know my name
Returning to Santa Barbara, where I am well-known and recognized by the local community
Down in Isla Vista, where the Freebirds′ open late
Located in Isla Vista, where the restaurant Freebirds is open till late hours
On DP, life's so sweet, everybody livin′ on easy street
On Del Playa street, life is enjoyable and stress-free for everyone
Let the sun splash on my shoulder blades
Letting the sun rays fall on my back
And watch the girls pass on their roller skates
Observing girls skate by on roller skates
And ask about the taste the aroma makes
Asking about the taste of a certain smell in the air
My buddies caps lock and those wack-jobs lowercase
My friends type in all caps while others type in lowercase
So we choose to pace around the village
We walk leisurely around the town
And chase around the women wonder if were gunna get ′em and we will
Pursuing women while wondering if we will be successful and believing that we will
I promise that, ask me where my honest at
I make a promise and ask where my honesty lies
Right beside my girl and my Santa Barbara hat
My girl and my Santa Barbara hat are beside me
Reflect on days, electric shades
Remembering past days and bright, colorful memories
Where the trees give us shade and the trees let us fade
The trees provide shade and also let us fade away
So tell me that you want me that you need me
Expressing a desire for someone to want and need me
And tell me that when times get hard we'll take it easy
Assuring that during tough times we will take it easy and not stress
Serotonin in the moment got me zonin'
Feeling the effects of the hormone serotonin and becoming spaced out
And people say I′m growing so I know I gotta own it
People recognize my growth and I need to own and take accountability for it
I′m sick of all the pros and the cons that you focus on
Frustrated with the biased pros and cons that others focus on
When love is something that'll drop u if your not holding on
Love is something that can let go of you if you don't hold on tight
Let me catch a ride with ya, really wanna vibe with ya baby
Asking for a ride and expressing a desire to vibe with someone
Maybe I could slide with ya, let me catch a ride cuz you know we′re goin'
Suggesting sliding and taking a ride together, knowing that we are going to Santa Barbara
We're goin' back to Santa Barbara, where the people, the people know my name
Returning to Santa Barbara where I am known and recognized by the people
Writer(s): Henri Jouni Kristian Lanz, Michael Costanzo, William Rappaport, Alexander Lagemann, Joshua Hallbauer
Contributed by Colin V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Brandon Iacoponi
I just want the guys from Radical Something to know that you have all inspired me so much! I started playing guitar about 5 years ago but I've sang my whole life, and you guys have given me more of a glimpse into music, and helped me create my own style too. I greatly appreciate your music, and I love the feeling it gives to people when you listen to it. You guys are a big part of my influences, so keep it up!!!!!
tinkerbell716
Glad I discovered you guys, you guys are sick! Such a happy chill vibe x) <3
Xare Castillo López
I remember when I discovered the band 9 years ago. Miss you guys
Adrian Macam
They have SOMETHING to make me change my mood in a RADICAL form!
Michael Tong
best chilla vista ever, totally one groovy theme song for our IV culture. radical something, you're always welcome back to our town. thanks again!
GreenSims3
I love your music. Every single song of you is awesome. Keep it up.
Greetings from Austria :)
Jordan O'Rielly
Deadly song to listen to riding on your longboard !
Elan Merry
Great Video, I had a lot of fun at the concert when you guys filmed it!
Mikey H
love it!
herr wutz
You're fricking awesome! My tune of the summer!!