In 2000, Dave Douglas replaced Stephen Cushman on drums. In 2004, John Warne, formerly of Ace Troubleshooter replaced Brian on bass guitar. In 2005,Jon Schneck joined on with additional guitars, as well as banjo, bells, and backing vocals. In 2008, Ethan Luck, formerly of The O.C. Supertones and Demon Hunter replaced Dave on drums.
The band has released 9 albums, including 2 Christmas albums, as well as 6 EPs, and some other miscellaneous projects. Starting in 2000 with their second album, Relient K was signed to Gotee Records, a Christian record label. In 2004, their album Mmhmm shot them into mainstream popularity when it released at #15 on Billboard 200, and was released on Gotee, Mono Vs. Stereo (both Christian record labels), as well as Capitol, a secular label. They stayed with Gotee/Capitol until 2007, and their album Five Score and Seven Years Ago released at #6. Their latest album, Forget and Not Slow Down was released in 2009 with Mono Vs. Stereo. The band has done very well in both the Christian and mainstream music industries. The band has received numerous awards including a Grammy Award nomination in 2003 for Best Rock Gospel Album and two Dove Awards. The band has sold over 2 million records, with three albums being given gold certification by the RIAA.
The band's musical style has changed over the years, starting off as very pop-punk, and maturing into a unique sort of pop-alternative-rock, with many songs varying in style, and some including acoustic guitars, piano, banjo, synths, bells, etc. Through the years, their lyrics and songwriting have matured, but they have not lost their silly side and sense of humor. They still often reference their Christian faith throughout their songs.
Matt Thiessen, the band's main songwriter, also has a solo side project, Matthew Thiessen and the Earthquakes. He has also collaborated with Owl City. Dave Douglas also had a solo side project, Agnes.
Here Comes My Girl
Relient K Lyrics
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But this old town just seems so hopeless
I ain't really sure but it seems I remember the good times
Were just a little bit more in focus
When she puts her arms around me
I can somehow rise above it
Yeah man, when I got that little girl standing right by my side
Hey, here comes my girl, here comes my girl
Yeah, she looks so right, she's all I need tonight
Every now and then I get down to the end of a day
I'll have to stop, ask myself, "Why've I done it?"
Yeah, it just seems so useless to have to work so hard
And nothin' ever really seem to come from it
And then she looks me in the eye, says, "We gonna last forever"
Man, you know I can't begin to doubt it
No, 'cause this feels so good, so free, so right
I know we ain't never gon' change our minds about it
Hey, here comes my girl, here comes my girl
Yeah, she looks so right, she's all I need tonight
Yeah, every time it seems like there ain't nothin' left no more
I find myself havin' to reach out and grab hold of somethin'
Yeah, I just catch myself wanderin', waitin' and worryin'
About some silly little things that don't add up to nothin'
Then she looks me in the eye, says, "We gonna last forever"
And man, you know I can't begin to doubt it
No, 'cause this feels so good, so free, so right
I know we ain't never gon' change our minds about it
Hey, here comes my girl, here comes my girl
Yeah, she looks so right, she's all I need tonight
That's right, that's right
"Here Comes My Girl" by Relient K is a cover of the original song by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. The lyrics describe the singer's feelings of hopelessness and uselessness in his mundane life in his hometown. However, when he is with his girlfriend, everything seems to be more focused and worthwhile. She brings him comfort and reassurance that they will last forever, and he feels lifted up by her presence. He acknowledges that he tends to worry about silly things that don't really matter, but she helps him to see the bigger picture and feel confident about their future.
The song is a classic rock anthem that celebrates the power of love and the way it can transform a person's perspective on life. It captures the universal feeling of finding someone who makes everything feel right and good, even in the midst of difficult circumstances. The lyrics are simple and straightforward, but they convey a profound message about the importance of cherishing the people we love.
This cover version by Relient K features the band's signature pop-punk sound, with driving guitar riffs and energetic vocals that add a fresh twist to the classic rock tune. The band stays true to the original melody and lyrics while putting their own spin on the song, making it a unique and memorable addition to their repertoire.
Line by Line Meaning
You know, sometimes I don't know why
At times, I feel clueless about what's happening around me
But this old town just seems so hopeless
This place has stopped exciting me, and everything seems boring and mundane
I ain't really sure but it seems I remember the good times
I'm not pretty sure, but it feels like the past moments were way better
Were just a little bit more in focus
They seem to have a better clarity and impact in my mind
When she puts her arms around me
Whenever she embraces me with her arms
I can somehow rise above it
It almost feels like the worries are lifting off my shoulders when she is around
Yeah man, when I got that little girl standing right by my side
Having her next to me is a source of immense comfort and joy
You know I can tell the whole wide world and shout it
I feel like announcing it to everyone, such is my thrill and excitement
Hey, here comes my girl, here comes my girl
Look, she's walking towards me, oh, how happy I am to see her
Yeah, she looks so right, she's all I need tonight
She seems perfect in every way, and having her tonight is going to be everything I need
Every now and then I get down to the end of a day
Sometimes, by the end of the day, I feel low and demotivated
I'll have to stop, ask myself, "Why've I done it?"
I need to pause and question myself about what was the reason for it all
Yeah, it just seems so useless to have to work so hard
The efforts put in don't always lead to any productive results, and it feels worthless
And nothin' ever really seems to come from it
All the hard work doesn't seem to yield any output, and it all feels like a waste
And then she looks me in the eye, says, "We gonna last forever"
She gives me hope and reassurance of being together with me forever
Man, you know I can't begin to doubt it
It's impossible for me to even consider any doubts, such is my conviction
No, 'cause this feels so good, so free, so right
I'm convinced because the feeling is so overwhelming, happy, and unrestricted
I know we ain't never gon' change our minds about it
I'm certain that we're always going to feel the same way about each other and never grow apart
Yeah, every time it seems like there ain't nothin' left no more
At times, it appears like there's nothing much left to look forward to
I find myself havin' to reach out and grab hold of somethin'
That's when I realize I need to cling onto something, for my own good
Yeah, I just catch myself wanderin', waitin' and worryin'
I tend to wander aimlessly with a sense of unease and anxiety, just waiting for something to change
About some silly little things that don't add up to nothin'
I worry over petty issues that don't make any real significance in life
That's right, that's right
Yes, everything mentioned above is true, and there's no doubt about it
Contributed by Dylan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jim Perry
Pretty good!
Itiswrittenkjv1611
thanks. Never knew they did this song. Not bad either.
theterrible101
Fuckin good cover.