The Distants (Lo… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one band known as "The Distants"
The Distants (Los Angeles, USA)
The stars collided in the surreal confines of Los Angeles, California when charismatic vocalist Guinevere King met guitarist/producer David Kelly, (formerly with Canadian indie noise rock favorite, "Kittens"), while working at The Record Plant in Hollywood. The two began writing and playing local acoustic shows in January 2004--- and by the summer, added Jamie Douglass on drums and most recently...Wisconsin native, Ben Jindra on bass.
The Distants', debut release, "Broken Gold," (Blue Cave Records) will transport you on a journey into the shadows of your unconscious mind without your consent. The dark musical undertones complement Guinevere's brooding lyrics and unique vocal style--- conjuring up the spirit of Siouxsie Sioux, the desperation of Courtney Love, and the lilting melodies of The Sundays.
The Distants are constantly evolving and creating a unique, explosive wall of sound--- that displays the pop sensibilities of Blondie, the epic drama of early Jane's Addiction--- combined with liquid grooves and sheets of guitar somewhere between Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, My Bloody Valentine and Sonic Youth. Guinevere's provocative stage performances ignite the musical supernova that is The Distants.
Successful LA residencies at Bar Sinister, King King, and Canter's famous Kibitz Room--- and numerous shows at Club Moscow, The Viper Room, Spaceland, Silverlake Lounge, and The Troubadour have given The Distants a devoted following and a dynamic presence in LA's ever-changing musical landscape.
Radio airplay on LA's Indie 103.1, KXLUs 88.9, MusicPlusTV, SOMA FM--- and a feature in The Vines smash hit video, "Ride," are reminders that you simply must see this band in small venues while you still can.
THE DISTANTS ARE:
Guinevere King - Vocals, Synths
David Kelly - Guitars
Jamie Douglass - Drums, Percussion
Ben Jindra - Bass
The Distants (Sydney, Australia)
Hard rock band with ex-Custard member Matt Strong playing guitar.
Distants (Grand Rapids, MI)
Midwest punk featuring former members of Wormburner (Michigan), Brothers, and Kaline.
Come on
The Distants Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Your policy and privilege yeah it makes me wanna hurl
If your okay with this then sit down and put your feet up
While rest of us slave away again fight for our beliefs, uh
Back in the pack to track down, eliminate her
Not picking a side just fighting for what is right
And the wings are all shit you need both to fly straight
Why don’t you calm it down man
No one has all the answers
Even they have their own masters
Now it’s time to take our chances
An appeal to the masses
No one has all the answers
Even they have their own masters
Now it’s time to take our chances
An appeal to the masses
It’s time to make a stand
Do you feel me
They’ll never make it better with their party
And they're starting a war can’t you see
Can’t control so just leave
Just cut to the chase and put a wall around our seas
It shows
Nobody knows where the road goes
Taking all the throws if they're high or lows.
Only bothered bout the clothes
I know, they know the message we compose
And the stuff you post
Time to overthrow
Time to go expose the truth for all to know
No one has all the answers
Even they have their own masters
Now it’s time to take our chances
An appeal to the masses
No one has all the answers
Even they have their own masters
Now it’s time to take our chances
An appeal to the masses
How do you think they know all that they claim to say and see
The fabrication of a nation built to break the final siege
We can call for peace, if these beliefs are taken over sea
Back to foreign lands with dirty hands we brush it underneath
The machine has got you in your privacy
And finally
I’m flying high beside my tv and I’m sure it’s watching me
It’s entity integrity
Just fighting voluntarily
To blight the small guy in the street late at night
We’re here to fight
Destabilize their flight
You know I’m right
I know you’re all bark and no bite
The Distants’ song, “Come On,” is a fast-paced and politically charged track that questions the legitimacy of those in positions of power. The lyrics are an explicit attack against those who continue to feel comfortable in their privilege, while others are forced to work hard to fight for their beliefs. The song begins with an intense opening line, “Who’s the man in charge who’s the principle of our world,” which sets the tone for the rest of the track. From there, the lyrics become more direct in their criticisms, with lines like “No one has all the answers, even they have their own masters” and “It’s time to make a stand.”
The song speaks to the frustrations of many young people today who feel as though they need to fight for their rights against a system stacked against them. The lyrics’ use of language like “eliminate her” and “time to overthrow” suggest that there is a necessary call to action for people to take back control. The song also implies that the truth is being hidden from us, with lines like “How do you think they know all that they claim to say and see, the fabrication of a nation built to break the final siege.”
Overall, “Come On” is a powerful and thought-provoking song that asks listeners to question the world around them and to take action to make a change. It’s a rallying call for those who feel as though they are not being heard.
Line by Line Meaning
Who’s the man in charge who’s the principle of our world
Who holds the power and controls the rules that govern our entire planet
Your policy and privilege yeah it makes me wanna hurl
Your biased decisions and special treatment disgust me
If your okay with this then sit down and put your feet up
If you're comfortable with the status quo, then relax and enjoy your advantages
While rest of us slave away again fight for our beliefs, uh
While the rest of us struggle and sacrifice to defend our values and ideals
Back in the pack to track down, eliminate her
Returning to the group to pursue and remove someone who threatens the group's harmony
Not picking a side just fighting for what is right
Choosing not to align with any particular group, but rather fighting for what is just and moral
And the wings are all shit you need both to fly straight
Neither extreme view or ideology is effective on its own, balance is necessary
Why don’t you calm it down man
Please try to remain calm and not overreact
Before we all retaliate
Before we all respond with aggression and violence
No one has all the answers
There is no one person who has all the correct solutions or explanations
Even they have their own masters
Even those in power are controlled or influenced by others
Now it’s time to take our chances
It is time for us to take risks and seize opportunities in order to create change
An appeal to the masses
An attempt to convince the general public to join in and support a particular cause
It’s time to make a stand
It is time to take a bold and definitive action
Do you feel me
Do you agree with my message and intentions?
They’ll never make it better with their party
The current political system or group will never cause significant improvements or positive change
And they're starting a war can’t you see
They are initiating conflict and promoting division
Can’t control so just leave
They cannot control the situation, so it is best to remove oneself from it
Just cut to the chase and put a wall around our seas
Let's just get to the point and isolate ourselves from external influences and threats
It shows
It is evident or obvious
Nobody knows where the road goes
There is no clear path or answer to the current situation
Taking all the throws if they're high or lows.
Facing all the challenges and obstacles, whether positive or negative
Only bothered bout the clothes
Only concerned with superficial appearances and not the substance or meaning behind them
I know, they know the message we compose
I understand and they understand the message we are conveying
And the stuff you post
The content you share on social media or online platforms
Time to overthrow
Time to overthrow or challenge the current power structure
Time to go expose the truth for all to know
Time to reveal and share the truth with everyone
How do you think they know all that they claim to say and see
How do you believe that they have all the knowledge and information that they profess to have?
The fabrication of a nation built to break the final siege
The creation of a country that was established to withstand the final attack or challenge
We can call for peace, if these beliefs are taken over sea
We can advocate for peace, if these values and ideas are transferred across borders
Back to foreign lands with dirty hands we brush it underneath
Taking our dirty actions and intentions back to other countries, while pretending they do not exist
The machine has got you in your privacy
The system or establishment has control and access to your personal information and life
And finally
And consequently
I’m flying high beside my tv and I’m sure it’s watching me
I am spending too much time consuming media and feeling like it is observing or influencing my behavior
It’s entity integrity
It is a cohesive and stable system or entity
Just fighting voluntarily
Engaging in the fight or cause willingly and without external pressure
To blight the small guy in the street late at night
To harm or oppress the vulnerable and powerless person on the street during the late hours
We’re here to fight
We are present and committed to the struggle
Destabilize their flight
Cause disruption or chaos to their plans
You know I’m right
You are aware that I am correct and justified
I know you’re all bark and no bite
I know that you talk tough but are not willing to take action or follow through
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Ed Binding
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind