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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We Are One
Switchfoot Lyrics
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We were just kids just living in
Wide-eyed, innocence
We were just kids who believed in
More than just dreams in
More than just justified
Ends to a means
With the sky wide-open
Like a child, eyes-open
Like a child, unbroken
By the wheels gone by
We know
Who we are
(In the fever of our youth)
Who we are
(We've got nothing left to lose)
Who we are
(There's still time enough to choose)
Who we are
Who we are
Who we are
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We were just kids
Just limited, misfit, itinerant
Outcasts singing 'bout the dissonance
We were just kids, wide-open
Like a child, eyes-open,
Like a child, unbroken
By the wheels gone by
We know
Who we are
(In the fever of our youth)
Who we are
(We've got nothing left to lose)
Who we are
(There's still time enough to choose)
Who we are
Who we are
Who we are
Who we are
They said it's complicated
They said we'd never make it this far
But we are
They said the fight would break us
But the struggle helped to make
Who we are
Who we are
Who we are
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Who we are
(In the fever of our youth)
Who we are
(We've got nothing left to lose)
Who we are
(There's still time enough to choose)
Who we are
Who we are
Who we are
(I wanted something with meaning)
Who we are
(Yeah I wanted something to believe in)
Who we are
(Yeah, sure as I'm here breathing)
Who we are (I wanted more)
Who we are (Yeah, I wanted more)
Yeah, I wanted more than just a feeling (Who we are, who we are)
Yeah, for more than just a season (Who we are, who we are)
Yeah, we become what we believe in (Who we are, who we are)
Who we are
Who we are
The song "Who We Are" by Switchfoot is an ode to the band's roots and beginnings. The lyrics talk about the band's humble beginnings as kids, living in innocence and dreaming big. The band members reflect on their past and describe their journey of struggling and fighting to make a name for themselves. Despite being labeled as complicated and told they would never make it, the band fought through the struggle and emerged as one of the best rock bands of our time.
The song's message is all about self-discovery and not letting the world dictate who you are. It's an anthem for all those who want to follow their passion and dreams, despite the fear and uncertainty that comes along with it. The lines "We become what we believe in" and "I wanted more than just a feeling" show that the band's success was not about fame and fortune but about living with a purpose.
In summary, "Who We Are" is a song about embracing your inner child and believing in yourself. It's a reminder that we are capable of achieving greatness if we have the courage to pursue our dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
We were just kids just living in
We were young and naive, living our lives without a care in the world
Wide-eyed, innocence
Our innocence and lack of experience left us with eyes wide-open, eager to explore the world
Minivan floor like a tenement
We made do with what we had, even if it was just the floor of a minivan that felt like a tenement
We were just kids who believed in
Despite our young age, we had strong beliefs and convictions
More than just dreams in
Our aspirations went beyond just mere dreams
More than just justified
Our actions had deeper meaning and purpose than just being justified by societal norms
Ends to a means
We had clear goals and objectives that we were working towards achieving
With the sky wide-open
The world was full of possibilities and opportunities, just waiting for us to seize them
Like a child, eyes-open
We approached life with the curiosity and wonder of a child, ready to learn and grow
Like a child, unbroken
Our spirits were unbroken and free, not yet weighed down by the hardships of life
By the wheels gone by
We were not defined by our past experiences, but were moving forward and creating our own paths
Who we are
We know our true selves and are confident in our identity
(In the fever of our youth)
We are living life with a sense of passion and urgency, as if we are in the midst of a feverish moment in time
(We've got nothing left to lose)
We have taken risks and pursued our dreams with everything we have, leaving behind any fears or doubts
(There's still time enough to choose)
We still have the freedom and opportunity to make choices and shape our lives according to our desires
(I wanted something with meaning)
The singer expresses their desire for something greater and more fulfilling than just a fleeting feeling
(Yeah I wanted something to believe in)
They longed for a purpose and a cause to wholeheartedly believe in and support
(Yeah, sure as I'm here breathing)
Their desire for something meaningful was ingrained in them just as surely as they were alive and breathing
(I wanted more)
They wanted more out of life than just the status quo or a mediocre existence
(Yeah, I wanted more than just a feeling)
They desired something that was more than just a fleeting emotional response or temporary rush
(Yeah, for more than just a season)
Their desire for something meaningful and fulfilling was not just a passing phase or temporary obsession
(Yeah, we become what we believe in)
The things that we choose to believe in and pursue in life have the power to shape who we ultimately become
They said it's complicated
Others may view our choices and beliefs as complicated or hard to understand
They said we'd never make it this far
People may doubt our ability to succeed or achieve our goals
But we are
Despite the doubts and challenges, we have persevered and are still standing strong
They said the fight would break us
Others may believe that the struggles and hardships we face will cause us to crumble
But the struggle helped to make
However, the difficulties we face can actually help us to grow and become stronger and more resilient
Outcasts singing 'bout the dissonance
We may have felt like outsiders or misfits, but we still sang about the disharmony and injustices we saw in the world
Just limited, misfit, itinerant
We may have been seen as limited or unconventional, but we were also wanderers and adventurers at heart
Lyrics © THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JON FOREMAN, TIM FOREMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
apong Lkr
Listening this since I was 15 now I'm 28. The best Christian rock band. I love you all!! God bless you switchfoot band😇💙💙
Kyokai
Hey, same here 🤘also same age 😊
TheiLame
Whoever directed this video is a genius
Mao Villadel
Fully agreed, only prob is that I almost got a seizure when it slided through everybody @ 3:08 lol
Johnathan Hartland
***** I know right! I was just gonna say, amazing cinematography! Woo! :D
Tamás Fábián
+TheiLame Kinda like The All American Reject's - Move Along, only better :D
Johnathan Hartland
Tamás Fábián Haha true :D
John Cutler
Totally agree. Amazing
Robert Shelton
One of the most underrated bands of all time.
Roger Giri
I came here today to reminisce the vibes. The aura this song gives off is a saudade.