The Front Bottoms are a two-piece indie / pop / acoustic band based out of… Read Full Bio ↴The Front Bottoms are a two-piece indie / pop / acoustic band based out of Bergen County, NJ, USA. The band was formed in 2006 and originally had three members: Brian Sella (vocals, guitar, lyricist), Brian Uychich (keyboard, vocals) and Matt Uychich (drums). However, as of fall 2010, Brian Uychich left the band to concentrate on school full-time. Brian Uychich was replaced by Drew Villafuerte (bass, keys)

On June 2nd, 2010, The Front Bottoms released a 6-track album entitled "Slow Dance to Soft Rock".

On March 8th, 2011, the band announced they have completed work on their forthcoming new mini-album, "Grip 'N' Tie". This EP was cancelled upon signing to Bar/None Records and combined with "Slow Dance to Soft Rock" to make their self titled debut full-length album, which was released on September 6, 2011. Their second album "Talon of the Hawk" was released on May 21, 2013 and led to the addition of two new members, Tom Warren (bass), and Ciaran O’Donnel (keys, trumpet, guitar) to play alongside Brian Sella and Matt Uychich.

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Current Events
The Front Bottoms Lyrics

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It's the ending to a sad story on a Monday afternoon
Just pick your head up from your desk
Can we please get this over with
I wonder if the wife knew, don't ask questions
Keep your head down, learn your lesson
Cause no one with money ever goes to jail

And I need to think of something to say before we all are on the floor

It's not that hard, everyone in this room probably done it 100 times before

And it is only the strong survive
And that is only the biggest lie
And I'm sorry sorry about tonight

I shaved my head last night to start anew,
In a chapter I call without you
And it's going to be the best I've ever written

I blacked my soul last night to feel like you
And the doctors don't know what to do
In a chapter I call rehabilitation

And I need to think of something to say before we all are on the floor
It; s not that hard everyone in this room has probably done it 100 times before

And it is only the strong survive
And that is only the biggest lie
And I'm sorry, sorry about tonight

Mark it on a calendar and walk away
Forget the stories forget the pain
They mean nothing to you well they mean nothing to me
But the memories wont let me be
Take the pictures to remember the day
I'm forgetting the voices what they have to say
They mean nothing to you they mean nothing to me
But the memories wont let me be

It's the ending to a sad story on a monday afternoon

Overall Meaning

The Front Bottoms' "Current Events" is a poignant reflection on the complexities of life and the struggle to cope with difficult situations. The song opens with a scene of desperation, as the singer seems to be at work and trying to keep his composure. He reflects on a sad story that has occurred, and realizes that he may be culpable in some way. He wonders if the wife knew of the events that took place, but quickly decides to keep his head down and learn his lesson. This moment is particularly significant because it highlights the power dynamics at play and how money and status often determine who faces consequences for their actions.

As the song progresses, the singer grapples with feelings of isolation and the pressure to put up a front. He contemplates shaving his head and starting anew, as well as blacking his soul to feel like someone else. Both of these actions speak to a desire to escape one's current situation and find a way to move forward. The final verse echoes this sentiment, as the singer implores the listener to mark a calendar and walk away from their pain. Though the memories may linger, he suggests that it is possible to find peace by focusing on the present and letting go of the past.

Overall, "Current Events" is a deeply personal and introspective track that deals with themes of regret, isolation, and hope. Through its vivid imagery and powerful lyrics, it invites the listener to reflect on their own struggles and find a way forward.

Line by Line Meaning

It's the ending to a sad story on a Monday afternoon
The singer is reflecting on a depressing event that has likely occurred in the recent past.

Just pick your head up from your desk
The singer is urging someone who is upset to try and be optimistic about the situation.

Can we please get this over with
The singer is expressing a sense of impatience and wanting to move on from something.

I wonder if the wife knew, don't ask questions
The artist is contemplating whether or not somebody knew about a negative event, but warns against asking questions about it.

Keep your head down, learn your lesson
The artist is advising someone to try and keep a low profile and learn from their mistakes.

Cause no one with money ever goes to jail
The singer is commenting on the biased nature of the justice system, where people with wealth often avoid punishment for their crimes.

And I need to think of something to say before we all are on the floor
The singer is feeling pressure to come up with something to say to alleviate a tense or difficult situation.

It's not that hard, everyone in this room probably done it 100 times before
The artist is trying to reassure themselves that the situation is not as difficult or unique as it may seem.

And it is only the strong survive
The artist is remarking on the idea that only those who are strong or resilient will succeed in life.

And that is only the biggest lie
The artist is arguing against the idea that only the strong survive, suggesting that it is not true for everyone.

And I'm sorry sorry about tonight
The singer is apologizing for something that has happened, likely contributing to the sad story mentioned earlier.

I shaved my head last night to start anew, In a chapter I call without you
The artist has made a drastic change to their appearance in order to symbolize a new beginning, without someone who was previously in their life.

And it's going to be the best I've ever written
The singer is feeling optimistic about the future and the potential for a great new chapter in their life.

I blacked my soul last night to feel like you, And the doctors don't know what to do, In a chapter I call rehabilitation
The singer has engaged in self-destructive behavior in an attempt to feel connected to someone who is not healthy for them, and is now trying to recover and heal in a rehabilitation chapter.

Mark it on a calendar and walk away, Forget the stories forget the pain
The singer is advising someone to put a specific date behind them and move on from past negative experiences and memories.

They mean nothing to you well they mean nothing to me, But the memories wont let me be
The artist recognizes that certain memories and experiences hold little value to others, but they continue to affect the artist and cling to their mind.

Take the pictures to remember the day, I'm forgetting the voices what they have to say
The artist suggests taking pictures to remember a certain event, while they personally are trying to forget certain voices or memories associated with that day.

They mean nothing to you they mean nothing to me, But the memories wont let me be
The singer repeats the idea that certain experiences and memories may not hold much meaning to others, but they are still affecting the singer and weighing them down.

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