Their live performances, generally at smaller venues, showcase their use of three-part harmony and southern rock feel, and are admired for being intense, energetic, and soulful. The Avetts have been picking up steam opening for Dave Matthews Band and playing SXSW and Newport Folk Festival.
Dancing Daze
The Avett Brothers Lyrics
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The troubles that this life will bring
If it gets to you then I can tell by the way you sing
You act like it just doesn't mean a thing
I see you dancin all your, dancin all you, dancin all your daze
Maybe you can tell me how it is you got that way
Dancing all your, dancing all your, dancing all your daze
There's all these things that get me down
This dirty world is full of clowns
They'll build you up just so they can knock you down
Laugh at you while your there on the ground
But not you..
I see you dancin all your, dancin all you, dancin all your daze
Maybe you can tell me how it is you got that way
Dancing all your, dancing all your, dancing all your daze
Come on, come on there's got to be a way
I really like the way it feels
I look at you and it's real
I see you dancin all your, dancin all you, dancin all your daze
Maybe you can tell me how it is you got that way
Dancing all your, dancing all your, dancing all your daze
Come on, come on that's got to be the way
In the song Dancing Daze by The Avett Brothers, the lyrics describe how the singer has observed the way the person they are addressing deals with the troubles of life. The singer notes that even though things can get tough, the person still maintains a positive attitude, acting like it "just doesn't mean a thing." The singer goes on to describe the way the person dances through their days, seemingly unfazed by the negativity around them. The chorus of the song is an invitation for the person to explain how they are able to maintain such a positive outlook, as the singer admires the way it feels to see someone so carefree.
The second verse of the song shifts in tone, as the singer acknowledges the negativity and "clowns" that can bring people down. However, the person being addressed is not like these negative forces - they are able to maintain their optimism and continue dancing through the challenges. The chorus repeats, as the singer expresses their admiration for the person's positive attitude and invites them to share their secret. The song ends with the singer acknowledging that they really like the way it feels to be around someone who dances through life with such carefree abandon.
Overall, Dancing Daze is a celebration of a positive attitude and the ability to maintain that positivity even in the face of negativity. The lyrics encourage the listener to embrace their own inner dancer and maintain a positive outlook even in difficult circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
I've seen the way you deal with things
I have observed how you handle difficult situations
The troubles that this life will bring
Challenges that come with life
If it gets to you then I can tell by the way you sing
I can sense when you are affected by it through your singing
You act like it just doesn't mean a thing
You pretend like it doesn't affect you at all
I see you dancin all your, dancin all you, dancin all your daze
I notice you dancing without any worries
Maybe you can tell me how it is you got that way
Can you explain how you maintain such carefree attitude?
Come on, come on there's got to be a way
There must be an explanation for this
There's all these things that get me down
Many things in life can be discouraging
This dirty world is full of clowns
The world is full of deceitful people
They'll build you up just so they can knock you down
They will pretend to support you before causing your downfall
Laugh at you while your there on the ground
They will even ridicule you when you are at your lowest point
But not you..
You are different.
I really like the way it feels
I admire your carefree attitude
I look at you and it's real
You are truly happy and carefree
Come on, come on that's got to be the way
That must be the key to staying happy
Contributed by Aubrey E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.