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There are at least 3 bands named just "States": 1) A new indie pop-rock project from the US 2) A power pop band from the US 3) A french hip-hop act releasing some collaborations from the end of 00s.
1) "States" is a new project of Bryan Laurenson & Stephen Laurenson of Copeland and Mindy White of Lydia. Their first studio album, Room to Run, was released on October 18, 2011. On September 7 2011, they released a video of the song "Time Bomb" from their upcoming album on Youtube.
“There are those rare moments in life where things work out just the way you want them to. For us, States is exactly that. In the wake of moving on from our amazing pasts (both Copeland and Lydia), we were blessed by perfect timing.
What you hear now is the product of us experimenting and recording demos at home. Our goal is to get our songs out there as soon as possible, and to be heading into the studio soon after.
This is our future, and we are so excited for you guys to be here at the start of it. We will be writing, recording, playing, and sharing our progress with you all. We hope that you become a part of this new chapter in our lives, and we can’t wait to see you all soon.”
www.statesmusic.com
2) "States" was also a power pop band that released only 2 albums. The 10 track one named "Picture me with you" was released on 1981 and produced by John Ryan for Chicago Kid Productions.
Anxious
States Lyrics
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You're looking awful anxious.
Well, settle down.
Take a break and figure out.
You shouldn't be paranoid, or should you?
Is there a warning out and you're not telling us?
Well explain yourself, or try to.
It's getting harder to ignore it
With the vital signs facing outward.
Joker, you've cornered yourself from it all
And now you are, you're looking awful anxious.
Well make a plan.
Draw it up and document
You want to be ready when they're questioning.
So you modify to find the only door is high.
I guess you better find a cake that'll make you grow.
It's getting harder to ignore it
With the vital signs facing outward.
Joker, you've cornered yourself from it all
And now you are, you're looking awful anxious.
I saw you hiding out.
Does it make it harder for you to sneak around now?
It's getting harder to ignore it
With the vital signs facing outward.
Joker, you've cornered yourself from it all
And now you are, you're looking awful anxious, doll.
The lyrics to States's song "Anxious" describe a person who is feeling very uneasy and paranoid about something. The singer is trying to reassure them and encourage them to calm down and take a break. However, the person seems to be trapped in their own fear and anxiety, unable to escape or find a solution to their problem. They are so anxious that their vital signs are "facing outward," suggesting that they are physically affected by their emotional state.
The singer suggests that the person make a plan and document it, in order to be prepared for any questioning or trouble that may come their way. However, even the solution seems out of reach, as the person must find a way to grow taller to reach the door. The song ends with the singer asking if the person's hiding has made things even more difficult for them, as they seem to be cornered by their own anxious thoughts.
Overall, the lyrics of "Anxious" deal with the universal experience of feeling overwhelmed by fear and uncertainty. The song encourages listeners to confront their fears and take action, even when it seems difficult or impossible to do so.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't you see?
Can you not perceive the way you're feeling?
You're looking awful anxious.
The way you look gives away your intense anxiety.
Well, settle down.
Calm yourself down.
Take a break and figure out.
Relax and think to yourself.
You shouldn't be paranoid, or should you?
Is your fear justified or unfounded?
Is there a warning out and you're not telling us?
Is there something we should know about?
Well explain yourself, or try to.
Either try to clarify what's happening or attempt to justify your behavior.
It's getting harder to ignore it
The situation is becoming increasingly more noticeable and concerning.
With the vital signs facing outward.
The physical cues indicating trouble are becoming more apparent.
Joker, you've cornered yourself from it all
You've backed yourself into a situation from which you cannot escape.
And now you are, you're looking awful anxious.
As a result, observing you inspires feelings of nervousness.
Well make a plan.
Come up with a strategy.
Draw it up and document
Illustrate and record your plan.
You want to be ready when they're questioning.
You hope to have a plan in place when questions come your way.
So you modify to find the only door is high.
You reassess and realize that your only option is to take a greater risk.
I guess you better find a cake that'll make you grow.
You need to locate a source of unusual strength.
I saw you hiding out.
I witnessed you concealing yourself.
Does it make it harder for you to sneak around now?
Are you finding it more challenging to stay concealed?
And now you are, you're looking awful anxious, doll.
As it stands, you appear incredibly nervous.
Contributed by Benjamin M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.