Royal Teeth is a happy accident. On a whim, the New Orleans-based band started incorporating samples and electronics to its indie vibe. Though this sounds mainstream, the band catches audiences off-guard with its memorable male and female vocal hooks.
More than ever, the band has cemented its stylistic sound. Before, the lineup changed from show-to-show. Now, the six members are set, ready for royalty.
Download Act Naturally EP @ http://royalteeth.bandcamp.com/album/act-naturally/
Band members:
Gary Larsen (singer)
Nora Patterson (singer)
Joshua Wells (bass)
Josh Hefner (drums)
Stevie Billeaud (guitar)
Andrew Poe (keyboard)
Debut EP - "Act Naturally" (2011)
The band released their debut EP Act Naturally in 2011.
Debut Album - "Glow" (2013)
After signing with Dangerbird Records, Royal Teeth released their long awaited debut album Glow on August 13th 2013, featuring 11 tracks.
American Idol appearance (2014)
On March 20th 2014, the band appeared on American Idol on the Fox network in the US, where they performed their breakout single "Wild". The track had featured as one of NPR’s Austin 100 to preview SXSW 2014.
Act Naturally
Royal Teeth Lyrics
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It's you that I'm after
I know you, I know you do
So just play along
All the time you take
Is the time that I'm after
I know you, I know you do
Tell me what you see when you're alone
Every hiding place you seek I'll go
Everywhere I will ever go
Everything I will never know
Anything I can do or say
Is a way out, to get away
If you know the truth
Everyone's a disaster
I want you, oh yes I do
Fall apart into me
When your body aches
'Cause it's wasted on humor
I want you, oh yes I do
Waste your body on me
Tell me what you see when you're alone
Every hiding place you seek I'll go
Everywhere I will ever go
Everything I will never know
Anything I can do or say
Is a way out, to get away
If I go you'll be there with me
Don't be afraid - act naturally
Keep me close and I'll hold you every night
I know what you really need
Show me something I can always see
Keep me close and I'll hold you every night
I'll hold you every night
You know what I want
It's you that I'm after
I know you, I know you do
So just play along
Tell me what you see when you're alone
Every hiding place you seek I'll go
Tell me what you see when you're alone
Everywhere I will ever go
Everything I will never know
Anything I can do or say
Is a way out, to get away
"Act Naturally" by Royal Teeth is a song that seems to be about a person's desire for someone they cannot have. The lyrics suggest that the singer has strong feelings for someone who they believe is unattainable. Despite this, they continue to pursue the person, asking them to play along and take all the time they want. The lines "Tell me what you see when you're alone" and "Every hiding place you seek I'll go" suggest that the singer wants to fully understand and know the person they are pursuing, even if it means going into the dark and vulnerable parts of their being.
The song's chorus emphasizes the singer's longing for this person and their need for escape. They sing "Everywhere I will ever go, everything I will never know, anything I can do or say is a way out, to get away." This suggests that their feelings for this person are all-consuming, and they feel trapped by them. However, the chorus also has a glimmer of hope, as they sing "If I go you'll be there with me, don't be afraid - act naturally, keep me close and I'll hold you every night." This suggests that the singer hopes that they will be able to be with this person, and that they will be able to comfort each other.
Overall, "Act Naturally" is a complex and emotional song that explores the desire for someone who is unattainable. The singer's emotions are raw and intense, and the lyrics reflect this.
Line by Line Meaning
You know what I want
I have desires that I'm not afraid to express
It's you that I'm after
You are the person that I want to fulfill those desires
I know you, I know you do
I am aware that you understand my intentions
So just play along
Please comply with my desires
All the time you take
I want you to spend time with me
Is the time that I'm after
I want your undivided attention
Tell me what you see when you're alone
I want to know your thoughts and feelings when you are alone
Every hiding place you seek I'll go
I will always be there for you, even in secret places
Everywhere I will ever go
I will always be part of your journey
Everything I will never know
I accept that there are things I might never understand about you
Anything I can do or say
I am willing to do or say anything to please you
Is a way out, to get away
I consider pleasing you as my escape from everything else
If you know the truth
I recognize that the truth can be a source of pain
Everyone's a disaster
Everyone has their own problems to handle
I want you, oh yes I do
I genuinely desire you
Fall apart into me
I want to be there to support you when you breakdown
When your body aches
I want to help you ease your physical pain
'Cause it's wasted on humor
I feel that you're joking when there is pain in your body
Waste your body on me
Let me be the one who makes it better
If I go you'll be there with me
I want you to be in my life wherever I go
Don't be afraid - act naturally
Don't hide your true self from me, be natural
Keep me close and I'll hold you every night
I want to be there for you every night
I know what you really need
I believe I understand your deepest wants and desires
Show me something I can always see
Let me in on your thoughts, trust me with your secrets
I'll hold you every night
I'll be there to give you comfort each night
Contributed by Parker D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.