The band launched into the public eye when they rose to top as a feature artist during the 2010 Triple J Unearthed competition. In April 2011 they released their self-titled EP through Neon Gold Records and Fine Time Records which featured singles "Climbing Walls" and "Eskimo Boy".
The band reached number one on Billboard's Uncharted chart for 17 September 2011. As the music video that accompanies the tune reached almost 400,000 YouTube views between August and September. Strange Talk's debut studio album, Cast Away, was released on 8 February 2013 by Fine Time and Sony Music Australia. It charted at number fifty-six on the Australian Albums Chart.
The band have supported international acts The Rapture and Art vs. Science and performed alongside many others at Parklife, Good Vibrations, Playground Weekender, Future Music Festival, and Falls Festival.
Climbing Walls
Strange Talk Lyrics
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Run and break the chain I hope to get away some day.
To feel just what I want and to feel the hold you have on me.
Climbing up a wall I'm waiting for the weather to sway,
I'm feeling like a fool in a cage there's nothing left to say.
Oo, oo
Looking at the past I try to push your words away.
Taken for a ride now I'm reaching out to take control
I'm searching for the truth when I know that it wont lead the way.
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
From what you're saying.
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
I stay standing.
Oo, oo
Following a ghost in the distance of a brighter day
Its swimming in my mind now its building like a tidal wave.
Breaking down the walls that have kept me climbing up so high.
I feel the rays upon me and now the shadows run and hide.
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
From what you're saying.
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
But I stay standing.
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
From what you're saying.
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
But I stay standing.
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
From what you're saying.
Oh, I keep trying to run away
The lyrics to Strange Talk's song Climbing Walls speak to the struggle of wanting to break free from the confines of a controlling relationship. The singer longs to run away and escape the hold that their partner has on them, but also acknowledges that they feel like a fool in a cage with nothing left to say. They look back at the past and try to push away the hurtful words their partner has said to them.
The singer also mentions climbing up a wall and waiting for the weather to sway, which could represent the uncertainty and fear that comes with breaking away from a toxic relationship. They feel like they are taken for a ride and are now searching for truth even though they know it won't necessarily lead the way. However, the singer also highlights a glimmer of hope in the idea of following a ghost in the distance of a brighter day, which could represent their desire for a better future beyond the current relationship they are in.
The repetition of the lyrics "I keep trying to run away, but I stay standing" highlights the internal conflict the singer is experiencing. They are torn between wanting to leave their situation and feeling trapped by it. Overall, the lyrics of Climbing Walls capture the emotional turmoil of being in a controlling relationship and the struggle to break free.
Line by Line Meaning
Run and break the chain I hope to get away some day.
I want to escape my current situation and break free from the constraints that are holding me back.
To feel just what I want and to feel the hold you have on me.
I want to be in control of my own desires and not be held back by your influence over me.
Climbing up a wall I'm waiting for the weather to sway,
I'm struggling to overcome obstacles in my life, waiting for things to improve.
I'm feeling like a fool in a cage there's nothing left to say.
I feel trapped and helpless, with no way to express myself or make a change.
Looking at the past I try to push your words away.
I'm trying to move on from the hurtful things you've said in the past.
I'm rising up above to my sunset where the sky is grey
I'm trying to find a peaceful place where I can be free from the negativity you bring into my life.
Taken for a ride now I'm reaching out to take control
You've taken advantage of me and now I'm trying to regain control of my life.
I'm searching for the truth when I know that it wont lead the way.
I'm seeking answers and trying to find my way forward, even if I know there may be no clear path.
Following a ghost in the distance of a brighter day
I'm chasing after a hope or dream that seems just out of my grasp.
Its swimming in my mind now its building like a tidal wave.
As I think more about my goals and desires, they become more powerful and overwhelming.
Breaking down the walls that have kept me climbing up so high.
I'm finally breaking free from the obstacles that have been holding me back, and making progress towards my goals.
I feel the rays upon me and now the shadows run and hide.
As I achieve my goals and find happiness, the negative influences in my life begin to fade away.
Oh, I keep trying to run away, From what you're saying.
I keep trying to escape the negative things you say and the way you try to control me.
Oh, I keep trying to run away, I stay standing.
Even though I want to run away from your influence, I am determined to stay strong and keep moving forward.
Oh, I keep trying to run away, From what you're saying.
Despite my efforts to ignore your negative influence, your words continue to haunt me.
Oh, I keep trying to run away, But I stay standing.
Even though it's hard to resist your negative influence, I remain determined to stand up for myself and pursue my goals.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BENJAMIN BOTTING, GERARD JIT SIDHU, STEPHEN DOCKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@carlospessoa8985
Correr e quebrar a corrente. Espero fugir algum dia.
Run and break the chain I hope to get away some day.
Para sentir exatamente o que eu quero e sentir o poder que você tem sobre mim.
To feel just what I want and to feel the hold you have on me.
Subindo uma parede, estou esperando que o tempo mude,
Climbing up a wall I'm waiting for the weather to sway,
Estou me sinto como um tolo em uma jaula, não há mais nada a dizer.
I'm feeling like a fool in a cage there's nothing left to say.
Olhando para o passado, tento afastar suas palavras.
Looking at the past I try to push your words away.
Estou subindo para o meu pôr do sol, onde o céu está cinza
I'm rising up above to my sunset where the sky is grey
Levado para um passeio agora estou chegando para assumir o controle
Taken for a ride now I'm reaching out to take control
Estou procurando a verdade quando sei que ela não vai me guiar.
I'm searching for the truth when I know that it won't lead the way.
Oh, eu continuo tentando fugir,
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
Pelo que você está dizendo.
From what you're saying.
Oh, eu continuo tentando fugir,
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
Mas continuo de pé.
But I stay standing.
Seguindo um fantasma na distância de um dia mais brilhante
Following a ghost in the distance of a brighter day
Está nadando em minha mente agora está crescendo como um maremoto.
It's swimming in my mind now it's building like a tidal wave.
Derrubando as paredes que me mantiveram subindo tão alto.
Breaking down the walls that have kept me climbing up so high.
Eu sinto os raios sobre mim e agora as sombras correm e se escondem.
I feel the rays upon me and now the shadows run and hide.
3:09
Oh, eu continuo tentando fugir,
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
Pelo que você está dizendo.
From what you're saying.
Oh, eu continuo tentando fugir,
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
Mas continuo de pé.
But I stay standing.
Oh, eu continuo tentando fugir,
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
Pelo que você está dizendo.
From what you're saying.
Oh, eu continuo tentando fugir,
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
Mas continuo de pé.
But I stay standing.
Oh, eu continuo tentando fugir,
Oh, I keep trying to run away,
Pelo que você está dizendo.
From what you're saying.
Oh, eu continuo tentando fugir
Oh, I keep trying to run away
obrigado Sleeping Dogs
@daltongrey119
2023 and still blasting this!! ❤
@christina2071
I forgot how much I loved this song
@justinsawyer4450
Christina Kefela this song came out 8 years ago.... me too, out of no where just remember the memories of strange talk
@tiempolibre3102
X3
@Sanjasochi
Heard it in Sleeping Dogs. Awesome job guys! Thank u for the moments of pleasure u bring to this world.
@Aykun_
Sleeping dogs...Ikr.
@sagetrevino1826
omg THATS where i heard it from. love this song
@thomasdimery6835
Driving in the sports car along the Hong Kong HW, pulling up to the Kennedy town Mansion music lol
@hrlnmlclm
All those hours spent browsing on spotify to find good music like this. Fuckin' worth it.
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