Razorlight is a four-piece consisting of Borrell (vocals & guitar), Björn Ågren (guitar), Carl Dalemo (bass) and Andy Burrows (drums)
Their debut album, Up All Night, was released on June 28, 2004, reaching number 3 in the UK album charts on 4 July. The critical reception was generally good, receiving good reviews from NME, Q magazine and Billboard, although they were also accused of lack of imagination and unoriginality for allegedly borrowing ideas from other influential bands, notably The Strokes. They appear to polarize opinion. NME wrote that the album: "bristles with passion, energy and, most importantly, amazing songs", while they were described elsewhere as "nearly everything wrong with rock and roll today". Their fans, though, embrace the music for its simple melodies and multi-layered, easy-going compositions.
Frontman Johnny Borrell caused some controversy and surprise when he likened himself to musical legend Bob Dylan, quipping "If Dylan's making the chips then I'm drinking the champagne". This led to suggestions of self-promotion. This statement was taken out of context however as Borrell was comparing his and Dylan's first albums, not their overall career. The band became very popular on the London music scene when they arrived earlier in the year. Large demand caused the band to play extra shows, including a 7,000+ capacity gig at Alexandra Palace. The album was heavily marketed in the UK.
The Sea
Razorlight Lyrics
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And on and on, on and on
She keeps it all locked up right inside
While up above, where the looking glass skies
Go on and on, on and on
She can't say a word, she keeps it inside
To the sea
Oh down into the sea
Yeah, what about me
Yeah, what about me
Yeah, what about me?
So go away, for a year and a day
Come back to me, oh you will see
Throw it away, there's money to be made
Oh darling you will make it in the sea
Yeah to the sea
Yeah to the sea
Oh down into the sea
Yeah, what about me
Yeah, what about me
Yeah, what about me?
Just pick me up, put me down
We all ?
And leave it all, to the sea
So go away and then shut your mouth
Cause darling, you'll see how it all turns out
Ha!
Throw it away, for a year and a day
And then, come back to me!
Down to the sea
Down to the sea
Oh down into the sea
Yeah, what about me
Yeah, what about me
Yeah, what about me?
Just pick me up, put me down
We all ?
And leave it all, to the sea
To the sea,
No more, no more
The lyrics of Razorlight's song "To The Sea" speak of a woman who keeps her feelings locked inside while she gazes at the sky. However, as the chorus comes in, an urgency in the tone arises as the singer implores her to head to the sea. The lyrics call for her to take control of her emotions and put herself first, asking, "What about me?"
The idea of going down to the sea is not entirely clear, but it likely symbolizes washing away one's fears and vulnerabilities. The chorus contains a hopeful message that by going to the sea, one can rid themselves of what's holding them back and find success in life. The verses and bridge seem to be speaking directly to this woman, urging her to take control of her life and follow her dreams. The song ends with an emotional plea for her to come back after a year and a day, suggesting that the singer desperately wants her to succeed.
Overall, "To The Sea" is an uplifting song about taking charge of one's life and finding success. It encourages listeners to overcome their fears and follow their passions, even if it means leaving behind what they know.
Line by Line Meaning
Away and away, over bridges and sighs
Continuously moving forward, passing through obstacles and emotions
And on and on, on and on
The journey continues without end
She keeps it all locked up right inside
She bottles up her emotions inside and doesn't express them to others
While up above, where the looking glass skies
In her mind, where the world is abstract and not constrained by reality
Go on and on, on and on
The mind is a limitless place
She can't say a word, she keeps it inside
Even in her thoughts, she feels unable to express herself
To the sea
Letting go of troubles and emotions by releasing them to the vastness of the sea
Oh down into the sea
Imagining submerging into the sea as a metaphor for releasing emotions
Yeah, what about me
Asking for others to consider her feelings and needs
So go away, for a year and a day
Taking time apart from each other to gain a new perspective
Come back to me, oh you will see
After the separation, the hope is that they will be able to see things clearly and come back together
Throw it away, there's money to be made
Choosing to prioritize financial gain over emotional baggage
Oh darling you will make it in the sea
Encouraging the person to let go of their troubles and thrive in the freedom of the sea
Just pick me up, put me down
Feeling as though she is being toyed with, lifted up and put down as if she is an object
We all ?
Unclear lyrics, but possibly referencing the feeling of being lost or uncertain in life
And leave it all, to the sea
Releasing control over one's life and letting it be shaped by the world around them
No more, no more
Expressing a desire to be done with the pain and emotions that have been bottled up
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BJORN AGREN, JOHNNY BORRELL
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