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.
Is It Just Me
Royal Teeth Lyrics
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Is it just me
Is it just me
Is it just me
How do you do?
I can't breahte
How do you do?
I feel a surge of energy right trough my nerves
And it's sending a signal from my toungue to your cheeks
Is it just me or are we electric?
Oh-oh-oh
Is it just me or are we electric?
So walk with me hand in hand
And you can see I got plans
To have some fun
To find the light
Swallow the sun and spit it out into the face of the night
Is it just me or are we electric?
Oh-oh-oh
Is it just me or I swear you've found it
Too-oh-oh
Call it a shock to my heart
Oh-oh
Darling don't leave me in the dark
Is it just me or are we electric?
Oh-oh-oh
Is it just me
Is it just me
Is it just me
Is it just me
Is it just me or are we electric?
Oh-oh-oh
Is it just me or I swear you've found it
Too-oh-oh
Call it a shock to my heart
Oh-oh
Darling don't leave me in the dark
Is it just me or are we electric?
Oh-oh-oh
Oh-Oh-Oh
Oh-Oh-Oh
Oh-Oh-Oh
Oh-Oh-Oh
Is it just me
Is it just me
Is it just me
Is it just me
The song "Is It Just Me" by Royal Teeth is about the electric connection and chemistry two people feel when they first meet and start to fall in love. The repeating chorus of "Is it just me or are we electric?" is the singer questioning if this connection is real or if it's just in their head. The lyrics describe feeling a surge of energy and a signal being sent from their tongue to the other person's cheeks. The singer wants to have fun with this person and find the light, meaning they want to find happiness together and conquer the darkness in their lives. They describe this connection as electric, referring to the sparks and power they feel when they're together.
The verses of the song are short and simple, almost breathless in their delivery. The repetition of the "How do you do?" line adds to the feeling of being overwhelmed and unable to speak when in the presence of the other person. It's clear that the singer is completely taken with this person and is hoping that the feelings are mutual.
Overall, "Is It Just Me" is a catchy and upbeat love song that captures the excitement and rush of falling in love and feeling an irresistible connection with someone.
Line by Line Meaning
Is it just me
Questioning whether the following experiences & thoughts are unique to the singer
Is it just me
Repeating the initial question to emphasize uncertainty
Is it just me
Repeating the initial question again for further emphasis
Is it just me
Repeating the initial question once more to emphasize importance
How do you do?
Asking the other person how they are
I can't breathe
Feeling overwhelmed by emotions and experiencing physical symptoms
How do you do?
Repeating the question to show that the singer is struggling to communicate
I can't speak
Having difficulty expressing oneself
I feel a surge of energy right through my nerves
Feeling an intense rush of emotion that affects the body
And it's sending a signal from my tongue to your cheeks
Feeling compelled to share one's emotions with the other person
Is it just me or are we electric?
Asking if the intensity of the singer's feelings is mutual
Oh-oh-oh
Non-verbal sound expressing excitement or anticipation
Is it just me or are we electric?
Repeating the question to emphasize its importance
So walk with me hand in hand
Inviting the other person to join the singer on an adventure
And you can see I got plans
Explaining that the singer has a vision for their time together
To have some fun
Expressing a desire to enjoy the moment
To find the light
Searching for positivity and happiness
Swallow the sun and spit it out into the face of the night
Metaphorically consuming and transforming negativity into positivity
Is it just me or are we electric?
Repeating the question with growing urgency
Oh-oh-oh
Non-verbal sound expressing excitement or anticipation
Is it just me or I swear you've found it
Confirming that the other person reciprocates the artist's intensity
Too-oh-oh
Non-verbal sound expressing agreement or excitement
Call it a shock to my heart
Describing the singer's rush of emotion as an intense physical sensation
Oh-oh
Non-verbal sound expressing excitement or anticipation
Darling don't leave me in the dark
Fear of being abandoned or isolated in the uncertain situation
Is it just me or are we electric?
Repeating the question with a desperate tone
Oh-oh-oh
Non-verbal sound expressing excitement, urgency, or distress
Oh-Oh-Oh
Non-verbal sound expressing excitement or anticipation
Oh-Oh-Oh
Non-verbal sound expressing excitement or anticipation
Oh-Oh-Oh
Non-verbal sound expressing excitement or anticipation
Is it just me
Repeating the initial question as a final plea for understanding
Is it just me
Repeating the initial question as a final cry for help
Is it just me
Repeating the initial question as a final desperate attempt for connection
Is it just me
Repeating the initial question as a final expression of uncertainty and vulnerability
Contributed by Harper P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.