It began as a solo project of Spencer Krug, of Wolf Parade fame in 2005. He released the debut album Snake's Got a Leg in July 2005.
The group soon expanded to include Michael Doerksen, Jordan Robson-Cramer of Magic Weapon and formerly XY Lover, and finally Camilla Wynne Ingr formerly of Pony Up. This new line-up released Shut Up I Am Dreaming, in May 2006. In October 2007, the band's third LP Random Spirit Lover was released. A fifth member, Marc Nicol was added to the band in 2008. Sunset Rubdown's third full-band album, Dragonslayer, was released in June 2009.
The band's official website is http://wolfparade.nonstuff.com/sunset-rubdown-biography.
Idiot Heart
Sunset Rubdown Lyrics
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And put the telephone down
Can you run as fast as this house will fall
When the alarm bell sounds?
No, I was never much of a dancer
But I know enough to know
You gotta move your idiot body around
Until the idiot in your blood settles down
So move around, oh move around, oh move around
Oh move around, oh move around, oh move around
And if I found you in this city, I'd call it Paradise
I say, I love you but I hate this city, and I'm no prize
You want to walk around like you own the joint
The way that Icarus thought he might own the sky
I said you can't, can't settle down
Until the Icarus in your blood, in your blood drowns
No you can't, can't settle down
Until the Icarus in your blood, in your blood drowns
I said, If I was a horse I would throw up the reins if I was you
Whoa
So, look at you go
(You were a sorcerer)
Oh, look at you go
(You were a meteor)
Oh, look at you go
Oh, look at you go
(You were a sorcerer)
Oh, look at you go
(You were a meteor)
Oh, look at you go
Oh, look at you go
(You were a sorcerer)
Oh, look at you go
(You were a meteor)
Oh, look at you go
Oh, look at you go
(You were a sorcerer
You were a meteor)
and, look at you go!
And you know your heart, and you know your heart, and you know your heart
And you know your heart, and you know your heart, and you know your heart
And you know your heart, and you know your heart, and you know your heart
And you know your heart, and you know your heart, and you know your heart
Well it's an idiot heart
And you know your heart, and you know your heart, and you know your heart
And you know your heart, and you know your heart, and you know your heart
And you know your heart
But you can't, can't settle down
Down, down, ba, da, da, da, da, ba, da, da, ba, ba
But you can't, can't settle down
Down, down, ba, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da
So just move around, move around
Move around, move around (I hope that you die)
Move around (in a decent pair of shoes)
Move around (you got a lot long walking to do)
Move around (where you're going to)
Move around
I hope that you die in a decent pair of shoes
You got a lot long walking to do where you re going to
I hope that you die in a decent pair of shoes
You got a lot long walking to do where you're going to
The lyrics of the song "Idiot Heart" by Sunset Rubdown speak to the struggle of trying to find one's place in the world and the constant battle between wanting to settle down and feeling the urge to keep moving. The singer urges the listener to stay away from danger and put down the phone, but also encourages them to move their "idiot body around" until they can finally settle down. The concept of settling down is further explored through the comparison of the listener to Icarus, who flew too close to the sun and fell to his death, symbolizing the dangers of chasing one's dreams and desires to the point of disregard for consequences.
The repeated line "And you know your heart, and you know your heart, and you know your heart" highlights the importance of self-awareness and understanding of one's own desires and motivations. The line "I hope that you die in a decent pair of shoes" may seem jarring at first, but it can be interpreted as a wish for the listener to live a meaningful life and take advantage of their time on earth, which involves a lot of walking and movement. Overall, the lyrics of "Idiot Heart" encourage listeners to pursue their dreams, but also recognize the importance of balancing ambition with practicality and self-awareness.
Line by Line Meaning
Stay away from open windows
Be cautious of your surrounding and keep away from danger.
And put the telephone down
Stay put and don't let external factors influence you.
Can you run as fast as this house will fall
Are you ready to face the consequences and move swiftly?
When the alarm bell sounds?
When the time for action arises?
No, I was never much of a dancer
I was never adept at living in the moment.
But I know enough to know
But I am aware enough to know.
You gotta move your idiot body around
You have to put in the effort to live in the present and move forward.
And you can't, can't settle down
You can't just sit still and let life pass you by.
Until the idiot in your blood settles down
Until you let go of your foolishness and start living.
So move around, oh move around, oh move around
So start living and enjoying life to its fullest.
And if I found you in this city, I'd call it Paradise
If I found joy in a dull city, it would be pure bliss to find you in it.
I love you but I hate this city, and I'm no prize
I care for you, but I detest the place that we are in.
You want to walk around like you own the joint
You act like you are in control when you're just aimlessly wandering.
The way that Icarus thought he might own the sky
You have an unrealistic belief in yourself, like Icarus who flew too high.
No you can't, can't settle down
Don't let your illusions hold you back from living life to its fullest.
Until the Icarus in your blood, in your blood drowns
Until you realize that your confidence and pride are weighing you down.
If I was a horse I would throw up the reins if I was you
If I were you, I would let go of control and live freely.
And you know your heart
You know what you truly want in life.
Well it's an idiot heart
But sometimes your desires may seem foolish to others.
So just move around, move around
So embrace your desires and live in the present moment.
I hope that you die in a decent pair of shoes
I wish for you to live a long and fulfilling life, comfortably and stylishly.
You got a lot long walking to do where you re going to
You have a long journey ahead, so enjoy the trip and take it in stride.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Camilla Wynne Ingr, Jordan Cramer, Mark Nico, Michael Emery Doerksen, Spencer Krug
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