Their music bridged the gaps between the socially and spiritually conscious folk music of Bob Dylan, the studio trickery of The Beach Boys, and the sardonic rock of The Beatles. Some of their trademark songs include pop versions of Bob Dylan's Mr. Tambourine Man and Pete Seeger’s Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season), and the originals I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better, and Eight Miles High. Throughout their career they helped forge such subgenres as folk rock, raga rock, psychedelic rock, jangle pop, and – on their 1968 classic Sweetheart of the Rodeo – country rock inviting Gram Parsons on rhythm guitar.
The original and most successful lineup consisted of Chris Hillman, David Crosby, Michael Clarke, Roger McGuinn and Gene Clark. After several line-up changes (with lead singer/guitarist McGuinn as the only consistent member), they broke up in 1973.
In 1991 they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and several band members launched successful solo careers after leaving the group. The most successful was David Crosby who was inducted again for his work with Crosby, Stills & Nash. Other than The Beatles, the only artist with all members inducted twice are, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.
We
The Byrds Lyrics
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Tell me what your vice is
If you shake it up just tell me where the dice is
I hate when I feel like this
If you're talking shit I'd advise with revising it
Mixing Vicodin and the shit they tame lions with
Come and try this shit, blacking out my eyes with it
If this is the hill you're on pick who you're dying with
I'm rather distraught and my feelings disarray
I think I feel okay but I really cannot say
My voice will only raise on the rainiest of days
In your arms I could feel safe
We could stick together like I bleed tape
Give me a time and place I will not be late
Picture perfect, this type of moment cannot be saved
But I hate myself
Kinda wanna hang myself
Probably blame it on myself
But I made it all myself
Yeah I did it on my own
I've never felt this alone
I hate being home
So where will we go
I can't let you go
We feel too wonderful
Never one to take the jump
But I think I wanna fall
If you text I'm gunna call
Know they hate but fuck em all
It's never impossible
I believe we're born to ball
But tell me who the nicest
I don’t care what the price is
Take it hide it and disguise it
I hate when I feel like this
Say it to my face then
Feeling too complacent
Tell me where my place is
I’ll always go adjacent
Lately I been losing patience
Back and forth I’m pacing
Clean all my bars stay stainless
In the home of angels, my God is famous
But make haste these mu’fuckas talkin heinous
Fruit of the loom making this room feel spacious
Cuz I’m out there where outer space is
Tell me where my place is
Complacency making me feel anxious
But I hate myself
Kinda wanna hang myself
Probably blame it on myself
But I made it all myself
Yeah I did it on my own
I've never felt this alone
I hate being home
So where will we go
The song "We" by The Byrds deals with themes of self-doubt, isolation, and a search for identity. The lyrics are framed by a sense of uncertainty and internal conflict, as the singer battles feelings of despair and loneliness. The opening line, "Tell me who the nicest," can be seen as a request for validation or recognition from others, while the repeated refrain "I hate when I feel like this" underscores the singer's sense of vulnerability.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's psyche, revealing a struggle with addiction and self-destructive behavior. The references to Vicodin and other dangerous substances create a sense of danger and urgency, while the line "if this is the hill you're on pick who you're dying with" suggests a need for companionship or support in the face of adversity.
The chorus provides a brief respite from the darkness of the verses, with its reference to a comforting embrace and a moment of shared happiness. However, even this moment of connection is tinged with uncertainty and doubt, as the singer expresses a fear of being alone and a hesitation to fully commit.
Overall, "We" presents a complex and nuanced portrayal of the human experience, with all its contradictions, vulnerabilities, and complexities.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me who the nicest
Ask me who is the best
Tell me what your vice is
Tell me your bad habit
If you shake it up just tell me where the dice is
If you're going to take risks, let me know the odds
I hate when I feel like this
I dislike feeling this way
If you're talking shit I'd advise with revising it
If you're speaking negatively, I suggest you rethink your words
Mixing Vicodin and the shit they tame lions with
Combining painkillers with dangerous drugs
Come and try this shit, blacking out my eyes with it
Experience this substance that causes me to lose consciousness
If this is the hill you're on pick who you're dying with
Choose who you want by your side if things go wrong
Oh but please won't you stay
I want you to remain here with me
I'm rather distraught and my feelings disarray
I'm upset and emotionally unsettled
I think I feel okay but I really cannot say
I believe I'm alright but I'm not certain
My voice will only raise on the rainiest of days
I only express myself fully during difficult times
In your arms I could feel safe
I feel secure when embraced by you
We could stick together like I bleed tape
We can stay together closely, as if we were attached like adhesive tape
Give me a time and place I will not be late
Tell me when and where, I promise I'll be on time
Picture perfect, this type of moment cannot be saved
This beautiful moment cannot be preserved for later
But I hate myself
I have negative feelings towards myself
Kinda wanna hang myself
I'm feeling suicidal
Probably blame it on myself
I'm likely to hold myself responsible
But I made it all myself
I accomplished everything without assistance
Yeah I did it on my own
I achieved it entirely by myself
I've never felt this alone
I have never felt this isolated
I hate being home
I dislike being at home
So where will we go
Where should we go instead?
We feel too wonderful
We are feeling exceptionally good
Never one to take the jump
I'm not typically one to take risks
But I think I wanna fall
But I believe I want to take a chance
If you text I'm gunna call
If you message me, I will respond
Know they hate but fuck em all
I am aware of the dislike towards me, but I don't care
It's never impossible
Everything is achievable
I believe we're born to ball
I think we were meant to excel
I don’t care what the price is
I'm not concerned about the cost
Take it hide it and disguise it
Conceal it and keep it under wraps
Say it to my face then
If you have something negative to say, tell me directly
Feeling too complacent
I'm too content and unchallenged
Tell me where my place is
Let me know where I belong
I’ll always go adjacent
I will always be close by
Lately I been losing patience
Recently, I have less and less tolerance
Back and forth I’m pacing
I'm restless and uncertain
Clean all my bars stay stainless
My performance is flawless and pure
In the home of angels, my God is famous
Even in heaven, people know about my God
But make haste these mu’fuckas talkin heinous
But hurry, these people are speaking unfairly and negatively
Fruit of the loom making this room feel spacious
Even just the presence of the brand Fruit of the Loom is making the room feel more open
Cuz I’m out there where outer space is
Because I'm exploring beyond the possible boundaries
Complacency making me feel anxious
Being too comfortable is making me feel nervous
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Written by: Andrew Byrd
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木倉谷哲也
Lyrics:
We’ll meet again
Don’t know where
Don’t know when
But I know we’ll meet again some sunny day
Keep smiling through
Just like you always do
Till the blue skies make the dark clouds fade away
Some sunny day-ay
(Hey, hey, hey)
Some sunny day-ay
(Hey, hey, hey)
Some sunny day-ay
(Hey, hey, hey)
We’ll meet again
Don’t know where
Don’t know when
But I know we’ll meet again some sunny day
Keep smiling through
Just like you always do
Till the blue skies make the dark clouds fade away
Some sunny day-ay
(Hey, hey, hey)
Some sunny day-ay
(Hey, hey, hey)
Some sunny day-ay
(Hey, hey, hey)
J F
I love the part when says ''some sunny day, hey hey hey''...and the pain involved in his singing. Wonderful track
Andrew j wheeler jr
beauuuuuuutiful sounding beauuuuuuutiful loving Byrds covers this great classic gem of a tune just beautifully and I love them so very much for it too God bless the Byrds peace everyone😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭.
David A Brown
The song I would like at my funeral, when that time comes. Love this version. GREAT !!! :-)
Lathan Wheeler
The Byrd’s are beautiful they sing with beautiful harmonies and beautiful rythms that are so precious and blessed to hear 👂 love ❤️ them all peace ☮️.
city zen
Originally sung during WWii by Vera Lynn.
Lee Goss
Dame Vera Lynn just passed away June 18, 2020 at age 103 !
Dan Schwartz
Yes. And that version (or a close facsimile) was used for the final scene of "Dr. Strangelove", with A-bombs going off in the background. That is probably what inspired the Byrds to do this song, but I didn't know anything about that when I first played the album this is on, I just liked the song.
Mike France
I fully enjoyed This album ! Talk about a blast in the past ! Wow !
Tony Downing
'twas on The Times They Are A'changin' EP in UK, 1966 - loved it.
James McIntyre
my first Byrd record...still have it