Although the band started out playing at Christian music festivals, they shun the label of "Christian rock," with singer and guitarist Jon Foreman saying, "For us, it's a faith, not a genre. We've always been very open and honest about where the songs are coming from. For us, these songs are for everyone. Calling us `Christian rock' tends to be a box that closes some people out and excludes them. And that's not what we're trying to do. Music has always opened my mind -- and that's what we want." They started out on Charlie Peacock's label "re:think" and spent several years appearing at Christian festivals and enjoying Christian radio hits. Most of their early tours were with Christian bands and both of the band's new members were borrowed from Christian bands.
Switchfoot did not see success outside of the Christian rock scene until they were featured alongside singer Mandy Moore on the A Walk To Remember soundtrack. The band's first true commercial success came in 2003 with the release of their fourth major label (and first mainstream label) offering, The Beautiful Letdown. The album went on to sell more than 2 million albums and Switchfoot became the most popular rock band to be associated with Christian music.
They were featured on the British Edition of the Spiderman II soundtrack along with the likes of Taking Back Sunday and Dashboard Confessional to name a few, in 2004 with the song 'Meant To Live'.
In 2005 Switchfoot released "Nothing Is Sound". The album went gold within 3 months and received much critical acclaim.
Switchfoot's highly anticipated album, titled "Oh! Gravity." was released on December 26th, 2006.
On November 10th, 2009, Switchfoot released their first album produced under their own label, lowercase people. "Mess of Me", a single from the album released months before the CD, has enjoy chart-topping radio plays since its release.
In 2010 Switchfoot released their album, "Hello Hurricane".
On September 27th, 2011, to much anticipation and excitement, Switchfoot released their newest album, "Vice Verses".
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Hello Hurricane
Switchfoot Lyrics
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Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, I've been watching the skies
They've been turning blood red
Not a doubt in my mind anymore
There's a storm up ahead
You're not enough
Hello hurricane
You can't silence my love
I've got doors and windows boarded up
All your dead end fury is not enough
You can't silence my love
Oh (my love)
Oh
Everything I have I count as loss
Everything I have is stripped away
Before I started building
I counted up these costs
There's nothing left for you to take away
Hello hurricane
You're not enough
Hello hurricane
You can't silence my love
I've got doors and windows boarded up
All your dead end fury is not enough
You can't silence my love
My love
I'm a fighter fighting for control
I'm a fighter fighting for my soul
Everything inside of me surrenders
You can't silence my love
Oh, oh, oh
Hello hurricane
You're not enough
Hello hurricane
You can't silence my love
I've got doors and windows boarded up
All your dead end fury is not enough
You can't silence my love
My love
The lyrics to Switchfoot's "Hello Hurricane" are about facing a coming storm, both literally and metaphorically. The song begins by describing the ominous signs in the skies, with them turning red and signaling that the storm is on its way. There is no doubt in the singer's mind that the hurricane is coming, and they are prepared for it. The chorus is a defiant message to the storm, declaring that it is not powerful enough to silence the singer's love. They have boarded up their doors and windows, both literally and metaphorically, and are ready to weather the storm.
The second verse of the song emphasizes the cost of preparing for the storm. The singer describes how they have counted up everything they have and are willing to lose it all to survive the hurricane. This is a powerful image that emphasizes the determination and resilience of the singer. The bridge of the song adds another layer to this message, with the singer describing themselves as a fighter. They are fighting for control and for their soul, and everything inside of them is surrendering to this fight. This message is both empowering and inspiring, urging listeners to face their own storms with courage and strength.
Overall, "Hello Hurricane" is a powerful song that celebrates resilience and courage in the face of adversity. It is a message of hope to anyone who is facing difficult times, urging them to stand strong and weather the storm.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, oh
The song starts with an exclamation expressing anticipation and excitement.
Oh, I've been watching the skies
The artist has been constantly observing the skies and their color changes, connecting it with an incoming storm.
They've been turning blood red
The skies have become ominous and frightening, acting as a warning of an upcoming disaster.
Not a doubt in my mind anymore
The artist is absolutely sure and certain of the approaching storm, leaving no room for skepticism.
There's a storm up ahead
A powerful tempest is expected to cause chaos and destruction in the artist's life.
Hello hurricane
Addressing the impending storm, the artist says hello expressing his courage to face the adversity.
You're not enough
The artist asserts that the storm's intensity is not enough to break him down completely.
You can't silence my love
The artist's love for his life, relationships, and passion cannot be subdued by the storm's rage.
I've got doors and windows boarded up
To protect himself and his possessions, the artist has taken measures to prepare for the storm's impact.
All your dead end fury is not enough
The fury and anger of the hurricane can't defeat the artist's preparedness and determination.
My love
Repetition of the phrase suggests that the artist's love is a strong force to reckon with, even in the face of a calamity.
Everything I have I count as loss
The artist acknowledges that he has lost a lot of things in his life along the way, so the hurricane's destructive after-effects would not shatter him completely.
Everything I have is stripped away
All the tangible and intangible possessions that the artist had are taken away, leaving him with nothing.
Before I started building I counted up these costs
The artist reflects on the fact that he had prepared himself adequately for this storm by weighing the consequences of his actions and investments.
There's nothing left for you to take away
Acknowledging the artist's losses, there is nothing more that the storm can take from him.
I'm a fighter fighting for control
The artist is determined and focused on taking control of his life and not letting the storm dictate his actions.
I'm a fighter fighting for my soul
The artist views the situation as a battle for his spirit and will do everything to come out victorious.
Everything inside of me surrenders
Despite his determination, there is a considerable part of the artist that is overwhelmed by the chaos and feels like yielding to hopelessness.
Oh, oh, oh
A continuation of the song's introductory tone that implies anticipation and excitement for what comes after the storm's fury has dissipated.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JON FOREMAN, TIM FOREMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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"Hello Hurricane"
Ohhh yeah yeah ohhh
I've been watching the skies
They've been turning blood red
Not a doubt in my mind anymore
There's a storm up ahead
Hello hurricane
You're not enough
Hello hurricane
You can't silence my love
I've got doors and windows
Boarded up
All your dead end fury is
Not enough
You can't silence my love, my love
Every thing I have I count as loss
Everything I have is stripped away
Before I started building
I counted up these costs
There's nothing left for you to take away
Hello hurricane
You're not enough
Hello hurricane
You can't silence my love
I've got doors and windows
Boarded up
All your dead end fury is
Not enough
You can't silence my love
Yeah my love
I'm on fire fighting for control
I'm a fighter fighting for my soul
Everything inside of me surrenders
You can't silence my love
You can't silence my love
Hello hurricane
You're not enough
Hello hurricane
You can't silence my love
I've got doors and windows
Boarded up
All your dead end fury is
Not enough
You can't silence my love
Yeah I said hello hurricane
JoeDimesTV
Ohhh yeah yeah ohhh
I've been watching the skies
They've been turning blood red
Not a doubt in my mind anymore
There's a storm up ahead
Hello hurricane
You're not enough
Hello hurricane
You can't silence my love
I've got doors and windows
Boarded up
All your dead end fury is
Not enough
You can't silence my love, my love
Every thing I have I count as loss
Everything I have is stripped away
Before I started building
I counted up these costs
There's nothing left for you to take away
Hello hurricane
You're not enough
Hello hurricane
You can't silence my love
I've got doors and windows
Boarded up
All your dead end fury is
Not enough
You can't silence my love
Yeah my love
I'm on fire fighting for control
I'm a fighter fighting for my soul
Everything inside of me surrenders
You can't silence my love
You can't silence my love
Hello hurricane
You're not enough
Hello hurricane
You can't silence my love
I've got doors and windows
Boarded up
All your dead end fury is
Not enough
You can't silence my love
Yeah I said hello hurricane
Kacey M
For every trial, there's a Switchfoot song to get you through.
ShounenKel
facts famalay
Ugo Ejieh
@Ash So true
Ash
Last year for me it was Joy Invincible
MrRamyon74
And a Jesus Christ ......
David Farquharson
I've never hear Switchfoot before but now that i have i will never stop listening to them hahah
WickedWeavile461
We're glad to have you
Abe J
@Joëlle van der Heijden You're loved, always. Jesus lives you
Jesuslovesme1711
Joëlle van der Heijden They are coming back! May 25th, Amsterdam.
CowBoy 177
Your English is probably better than most people who are born speaking English. Keep up the good work!