1) The Accidentals ar… Read Full Bio ↴There are three groups called The Accidentals.
1) The Accidentals are an a cappella octect based in New York. They won the 1995 National Finals of the Harmony Sweepstakes with the original composition 'You Win', and have since released several CDs. Among the members are acclaimed vocalists Margaret Dorn, Emily Bindiger, and Catherine Russell.
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2) The Accidentals are a young duo from Traverse CIty, Michigan. Seventeen year olds, Katie Larson and Savannah Buist met in high school orchestra and play over a half dozen instruments each! They began taking the Northern Michigan music scene by storm in 2011. They have released two albums of original material, scored two independent films, opened for National Artists Andrew Bird and Sixto Rodriguez, and played over 1000 live shows, radio, and tv. Check out their new 2013 release "Bittersweet". www.moreaccidentals.com
3)The Accidentals are a young band from West Sussex. Formed in 2007, they are comprised of:
Tom Batty - Vocals/Guitar/Synth
Chris Ostler - 2nd Vocals/Lead Guitar
Evy - Drums
Alex Batty - Bass
They are known for their appearances across most of Sussex, and their first gig at which they played to a large crowd during the SWASH campaign in Worthing.
Rollercoaster
The Accidentals Lyrics
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Heart inside my head, chest was full of dread
In a moment, thought my world was over
Did I make it up, or was I really at the pinnacle?
So I slept right through it, hit the pavement, kept on running
Eyes are heavy, thoughts are heavy
Now the wave is crashing down
When I woke up, I was in the air
Suspended in a daze, with creases on my face
In my pocket, felt around for crumbs
To feed the gnawing hunger, I started sucking on my thumbs
So I slept right through it, hit the pavement, kept on running
Eyes are heavy, thoughts are heavy
Now the wave is crashing down, down, down, down
Now the wave is crashing down
I notice patterns more than ever
In every truckstop subway sandwich, every midnight motel lobby
Every time I wash my face off, every time I text “I'm sorry”
In every prepossessing person, in every grinding repetition
In every time I put my face on
In every hand I put my heart in
Now the wave is crashing down, down, down, down
Now the wave is crashing down
Now the wave is crashing down, down, down, down
Down
The lyrics of The Accidentals' song "Rollercoaster" depict a tumultuous emotional journey experienced by the singer, who wakes up feeling disoriented and anxious, as if on a rollercoaster ride. The imagery of the heart inside their head and chest full of dread conveys a sense of intense inner turmoil and confusion. The reference to being at the pinnacle suggests a heightened emotional state, questioning the reality of their experiences.
Despite feeling overwhelmed, the singer continues to push forward, metaphorically "hit the pavement" and keep running. This could symbolize their resilience and determination to face challenges head-on, even when feeling burdened by heavy thoughts and emotions. The repetition of the line "Now the wave is crashing down" serves as a powerful metaphor for the overwhelming force of emotions and experiences coming to a head.
The second verse describes the singer feeling suspended and disoriented, searching for crumbs in their pocket to alleviate a sense of hunger, both literal and metaphorical. The act of sucking on their thumbs evokes a childlike comfort-seeking behavior in the face of uncertainty and discomfort. This imagery conveys a sense of vulnerability and desperation amidst the chaos.
The final verse delves into the singer's heightened awareness of patterns in their life, from mundane moments in truck stops and motels to more profound interactions with others. The repetition of actions like washing their face and apologizing, as well as the act of putting on a facade, highlights a sense of repetition and routine in the singer's life. The metaphor of putting their heart into every hand conveys a deep emotional investment in their relationships and experiences, further emphasizing the intensity of their emotional journey. The conclusive repetition of "Now the wave is crashing down" reinforces the theme of emotional turmoil and the inevitability of facing and processing these intense experiences.
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