Smoosh gained early recognition through their connection with Death Cab for Cutie drummer Jason McGerr, who instructed Chloe at the Seattle Drum School, and the support of well-known indie acts Cat Power and Sleater-Kinney.
The group released three albums (She Like Electric, Free To Stay, Withershins) and toured internationally with Eels, Bloc Party, and The Dresden Dolls before disbanding in 2012. On June 12 of that year, the group announced via Facebook that Asya and Chloe would continue recording under the name Chaos Chaos.
GOLD
Smoosh Lyrics
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you cannot see the top, unless you fly
There's a molehill, of proven ground
There ain't nowhere 2 go if you hang around
[Chorus]
Everybody wants 2 sell what's already been sold
Everybody wants 2 tell what's already been told
If you ain't gonna break the mold
Even at the center of the fire, there is cold
And all that glitters ain't gold
And all that glitters ain't gold
There's an ocean, of despair
There are people livin' there
They're unhappy, each and every day
Hell is not fashion, so whatcha tryin' to say?
[Chorus]
There's a lady, 99-years-old
If she led a good life, heaven takes her soul
That's a theory and if you don't want 2 know
Step aside and make a way 4 those who want 2 go...
The lyrics to Smoosh's song "Gold" touch on the theme of society's obsession with material wealth and the dangers of conforming to societal norms at the expense of one's personal values and individuality. The opening lines compare a mountain's height to the difficulty of achieving success in life, as it may seem insurmountable unless one has the ability to soar above it. However, the following lines reference the dangers of complacency and settling for mediocrity, likening it to a molehill where there is no real progress or growth.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that people often try to capitalize on what's already been done before, attempting to sell or tell something that is not original or innovative. This brings up the question of what the point of money is if one is not going to break away from the beaten path and do something truly unique. The last two lines of the chorus, "Even at the center of the fire, there is cold / And all that glitters ain't gold," suggest that even the most alluring and attractive things in life can be deceptive and potentially harmful.
The second verse highlights the issue of despair and unhappiness in society, painting a bleak picture of people living in an ocean of despair. The implication is that following societal standards and norms does not equate to happiness or fulfillment, and that people should not be striving for superficial or shallow things in life. The final lines of the song reference a theory about the afterlife and suggest that one should make way for those who are seeking a fulfilling life rather than following the same tired patterns.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a mountain and it's mighty high
There exists an incredibly tall mountain.
you cannot see the top, unless you fly
The peak of the mountain is obscured from view unless you are airborne.
There's a molehill, of proven ground
There is a hill of solid and stable terrain.
There ain't nowhere 2 go if you hang around
Staying in one place will not lead to new experiences or opportunities.
Everybody wants 2 sell what's already been sold
People are eager to exploit past successes for their own gain.
Everybody wants 2 tell what's already been told
People tend to rehash the same old stories rather than create something new.
What's the use of money
The value of money is being questioned.
If you ain't gonna break the mold
There is no point in maintaining the status quo.
Even at the center of the fire, there is cold
Even in the midst of intense passion or energy, there is emptiness or apathy.
And all that glitters ain't gold
Appearances can be deceiving, not everything that sparkles is valuable or worthwhile.
There's an ocean, of despair
A vast expanse of sadness and discouragement exists.
There are people livin' there
Individuals are caught up in this negative state.
They're unhappy, each and every day
These people suffer from persistent and ongoing unhappiness.
Hell is not fashion, so whatcha tryin' to say?
The singer is questioning why someone would attempt to make suffering trendy or fashionable.
There's a lady, 99-years-old
A woman who has lived for ninety-nine years exists.
If she led a good life, heaven takes her soul
If the woman has lived virtuously, she will be rewarded in the afterlife.
That's a theory and if you don't want 2 know
Whether or not the aforementioned idea holds true is uncertain and potentially irrelevant.
Step aside and make a way 4 those who want 2 go...
Allow room for others who are eager to explore this idea or other concepts.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT F. DIGGS, GARY E. GRICE
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