After forming under the name Sefler in 1994, Saves the Day signed with the independent hardcore punk label Equal Vision and released their debut studio album in 1998. It was followed by Through Being Cool (1999), which featured their first single, "Shoulder to the Wheel." Stay What You Are was released in 2001, peaking at number 100 on the Billboard 200. It spawned two successful music videos on MTV2, for the singles "At Your Funeral" and "Freakish", and has since sold 300,000 copies. After the success, Saves the Day signed to Dreamworks Records, who co-released their next studio album, In Reverie, with Vagrant Records. The album peaked at number 27 on the Billboard 200 and number 4 on the Independent Albums chart.
Band members:
Chris Conley – vocals, guitar (1994–present)
Arun Bali – guitar (2009–present)
Rodrigo Palma – bass (2009–present)
Dennis Wilson – drums (2013–present)
Discography:
• Can't Slow Down (1998)
• Through Being Cool (1999)
• Stay What You Are (2001)
• In Reverie (2003)
• Sound the Alarm (2006)
• Under the Boards (2007)
• Daybreak (2011)
• Saves the Day (2013)
• 9 (2018)
www.savestheday.com
Suzuki
Saves the Day Lyrics
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I played on Can't Slow Down so many years ago
Writing album number 9 right now
Now I'm up in my room with Jess and Tara and Roe
20 Whiskey Lane, Suzuki taught me cello
7 years before Stairway To Heaven
So in love with life sometimes it's all too much
Thank you all forever and always
The lyrics to Saves the Day's song Suzuki provide a glimpse into the band's creative process, as well as their appreciation for the music that has influenced them over the years. The opening lines, "On a black and red couch playing a burgundy Les Paul, I played on Can't Slow Down so many years ago," refer to the band's early days, when they were still finding their sound and making their mark in the music industry. The reference to their first album Can't Slow Down is a nod to their roots and the hard work they put in to get to where they are now.
The song goes on to describe the band's current state of mind, as they write their ninth album and reflect on their journey. The line "Writing album number 9 right now" shows their dedication to their craft and their desire to keep pushing themselves creatively. The mention of Jess, Tara, and Roe--who may be other members of the band or close friends--suggests that they are working together to create something meaningful and lasting. The reference to Suzuki and the cello is a nod to the band's eclectic taste in music and their willingness to experiment with different instruments and styles.
The final lines of the song express the band's gratitude for their fans and their love of music. The line "So in love with life sometimes it's all too much" captures the intense emotion that they feel when they are writing and performing, and the sentiment "Thank you all forever and always" shows their appreciation for the people who have supported them along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
On a black and red couch playing a burgundy Les Paul
I remember the days when I started playing guitar, sitting on a couch with a black and red color mix playing my favorite burgundy Les Paul guitar.
I played on Can't Slow Down so many years ago
I can recollect playing on the album 'Can’t Slow Down' many years ago, reminiscing the time I spent with the band.
Writing album number 9 right now
Currently, I am in the process of writing my ninth album, and it's quite an arduous task.
Now I'm up in my room with Jess and Tara and Roe
Currently, I am sitting in my room with my friends Jess, Tara, and Roe, spending quality time together.
20 Whiskey Lane, Suzuki taught me cello
I remember the address where I learned playing the cello - it was at 20 Whiskey Lane, where my teacher Mr. Suzuki taught me the strings of the cello.
7 years before Stairway To Heaven
It was seven years before the legendary single 'Stairway to Heaven,' and I was learning how to play the Cello; the memories are fresh to date.
Waking up at The Bug writing the words for a sad song
I had the idea to create a sad song, and I woke up in The Bug Inn, gathering my thoughts together to shape up the song.
So in love with life sometimes it's all too much
Sometimes, I get overwhelmed with how beautiful and great life can be, and I find it all too much.
Thank you all forever and always
I am always grateful to all my friends, mentors, and especially my fans who have supported me through all these years; and I'll be grateful forever.
Lyrics © THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: Chris Conley, Arun Bali, Rodrigo Palma, Dennis Wilson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Eric Schutz
Best song on the album
Jay Eskridge
Yea and it’s a minute long.
antihero3zx
this is the best song they have made in 10 years. no joke. No nails on a chalkboard voice or silly music. Wish there was more. Too bad about the rest of the album minus maybe rendezvous
Justin Mondschein
I totally agree, this song is the direction this band should go 100%. Has a very Into It, Over It feel to it musically, in my opinion.
Michael Karpinski
I think the song 'Saves the Day' is better off this album tbqh
tim obert
antihero3zx I agree with this statement 100%. This song has been played at least 20 times in the last two days. It has the magic they’ve been missing since the old days ✨🙏✨
johnny8dljuneau
This song is EPIC. The album is fantastic. Long time fan. Always will be.
naverraw
Better then the other songs from this album imo
Richard Keyser
Now that's what I'm talking about !!!
Hearts Divided
If you are an artist the album is brilliant. If you are a critic continue to judge or show us the right way to express your own creativity. If Saves the day isnt for you, don't comment just move on.