His first project was Beat!Beat!Beat!, an indie teenage band where he was the drummer. Years later the band separated and he became a soloist.
He then released his acclaimed debut EP 'Elliot' in 2013. The lead single 'Elliot' was named as Pitchfork's 'Best New Track'. Roosevelt then released the double-A side 'Night Moves/Hold On' in 2015 on Greco-Roman which continued a warm synth-pop, Balearic-influenced sound.
In April 2016, he announced his self-titled debut album, set for release on August 19, 2016 on Greco-Roman/City Slang, with the video for tracks "Colours" and "Moving On".
He has remixed the likes of Glass Animals, Jax Jones, Truls, Sundara Karma, Luka Vasta and Kakkmaddafakka, and on tour has supported Hot Chip, Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs and Crystal Fighters.
In June 2018, he announced a second album 'Young Romance', it was released on September 28, 2018. The first single from this album 'Under The Sun' was released on June 27, 2018.
In March 2019, he released 'Falling Back' and a cover of Fleetwood Mac's "Everywhere" on W Records. The next year, 'Everywhere' was featured in We Bare Bears: The Movie.
On 10 June 2020, Roosevelt released the single Sign, which was the first original material since his sophomore album Young Romance. Roosevelt went on to release another four singles (Echoes, Feels Right, Strangers & Lovers) before his third studio album, 'Polydans', which was released on 26 February 2021.
In July 2023, he announced a fourth album, 'Embrace', scheduled to be released on 22 September 2023. Four singles were released beforehand; Ordinary Love, Luna, Paralyzed, Rising.
Under the Sun
Roosevelt Lyrics
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We came all this way to see your eyes
You face a fight
We will move away from all those high
And I can't hold back this feeling
Am I losing my control?
Let me know if you still mean it
Give your body and your soul
You're coming again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
You're coming again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
Don't you know
It's been way too long to stop it now?
Don't let go
Take you to a place that you don't know
And I can't hold back this feeling
Am I losing my control?
Let me know if you still mean it
Give your body and your soul
You're coming again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
You're coming again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
You're coming again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
You're coming again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
In the song “Under the Sun” by Roosevelt, the singer appears to be addressing a lover, pleading with them to hold on and not let go. They have come a long way to be with this person, but there is a fight they are facing that must be moved away from. The singer can’t help but feel overwhelmed by their emotions and wonders if they are losing control. They ask the lover if they still mean what they say and if they can give their body and soul. The chorus repeats the sentiment that tonight, the singer will show the lover everywhere under the sun.
The song conveys a sense of urgency and a willingness to surrender oneself to another person. The lyrics communicate the idea that the singer wants to take this lover on a journey, to explore new and unknown places together. However, there is a sense of uncertainty and anxiety that the singer struggles to contain. They want reassurance that the lover is committed, and that the journey won’t end in heartbreak.
Overall, “Under the Sun” is a romantic and evocative song that captures the desire to embark on a new adventure with a loved one, while acknowledging the risks that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold me tight
I want you to embrace me with all your love and strength
We came all this way to see your eyes
We traveled far just to meet you face to face and have this moment
You face a fight
You are struggling with something in your life
We will move away from all those high
We will get away from all the difficulties and troubles
And I can't hold back this feeling
I cannot control the intense emotions and desires within me
Am I losing my control?
I am afraid that I am losing my ability to contain myself
Let me know if you still mean it
Tell me if your love and commitment are still true and strong
Give your body and your soul
Offer me all that you have - your physical and spiritual being
You're coming again 'cause tonight
You are returning to me tonight because you desire my company
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
I will take you to every wonderful and exotic place on Earth
Don't you know
Don't you understand
It's been way too long to stop it now?
Isn't it too late to stop what has already begun?
Don't let go
Don't release yourself and give up on us
Take you to a place that you don't know
I will introduce you to a completely unfamiliar and exciting place
Don't hold back
Don't restrain yourself from experiencing what you truly want
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Marius Lauber
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Phillex23
Hold me tight
I came all this way to see your eyes
We face the fight
We won't move away from all those highs
And I can't hold back this feeling
Am I losing my control
Let me know if you still mean it
With your body and your soul
I'm calling again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
I'm calling again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
Don't you know
It's been way too long to stop it now
Don't let go
Take you to a place that you don't know
And I can't hold back this feeling
Am I losing my control
Let me know if you still mean it
With your body and your soul
I'm calling again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
I'm calling again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
I'm calling again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
I'm calling again 'cause tonight
I'll show you everywhere under the sun
CaptainAyaAya28
This is one of the best pop songs I ever heard 💀 why is this guy not more popular???
That Guy Halo
I know right 🤦🏾♂️💪🏾
Sandman
Most underrated artist out there today.
Olivia Velazquez
Los fui a ver al festival cervantino en Guanajuato en primera fila, y que talento, que guapos que buena música los amo TE AMO Marius
G M
Love all your stuff, Roosevelt! Always puts me in a great mood. Your sound is so unique I can hear your music amid all the noise this world has to offer.
Dallin Adams
Dude, You're a musical Genius. This album is tight af.
yassin k
in my opinion he is the best music artist ever he needs billion of views and subscribers
David Weber
This Song somehow reminds me of a warm summer evening in the 90's ❤
That Guy Alex :)
This reminds me of July 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 or 2017. Mid-2010s nostalgia right here, when Daft Punk and indie-pop became popular on the radio.
Duke12687
Such a smooth sound. Amazing talent!