Vocalist/guitarist Ritzy Bryan and bassist Rhydian Dafydd originally played together as part of indie rock band Tricky Nixon, which later reformed into a new wave/post-punk band Sidecar Kisses. In 2007 they regrouped on returning to Mold, Wales and formed The Joy Formidable, with Justin Stahley now on drums.
The Joy Formidable released their debut single, "Austere", on 7" through Another Kitchen Records on 18 August 2008. "Austere" was followed with a second single, a limited edition double 7" physical release of "Cradle" on Try Harder Records on 2 February 2009.
In 17 February 2009, the band issued an 8-track mini album A Balloon Called Moaning on Pure Groove Records. In support of the record the band appeared at several notable festivals, including Latitude Festival, Reading Festival and Leeds Festival during which time Justin Stahley was replaced on the drums by Matthew Thomas.
In May 2009, they issued the single, "Whirring", on 7" through Friends Vs Records, which was BBC Radio 2's Radcliffe and Maconie Show's Pick of the Week for the week of 11 May 2010.
At the end of 2009, The Joy Formidable released a free digital-only single "Greyhounds in the Slips", produced by and featuring ex-Mansun frontman Paul Draper and a limited edition live album entitled First You Have To Get Mad on 30 November 2009, which had been recorded at their headline London Garage gig two months previously.
The band also notably toured the UK with Editors and Passion Pit. On 26 June 2010, they supported Paul McCartney at Cardiff's Millenium Stadium. The very next day, the band performed an opening set on the Other Stage at the Glastonbury Festival 2010. They also toured as part of the 2010 NME Radar Tour, supported by Chapel Club, Flats and Wilder.
Another single entitled "Popinjay" was released through iTunes Store on 21 February 2010, ahead of a physical release on 5 April 2010. In 11 October 2010, The Joy Formidable issued the single "I Don’t Want To See You Like This".
In 24 January 2011, The Joy Formidable released their debut studio album The Big Roar on Atlantic Records. The album was very favorable received by critics. The Big Roar was preceded by the re-issue of the single "Austere".
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Liana
The Joy Formidable Lyrics
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This isn't a plan that ends in something
Before it appears, you'll be left wide open
Alone with your crazy self
I see danger's love
See danger's cut
It slices eyes afraid to believe in me
It keeps asking, asking
Liana, liana won't change
Whatever it takes, she'll wait for you
Don't answer, don't show me the rain
Wherever it breaks
I'll be there too
That thing unknown
It's a new empty
A constant tone, a constant heavy
Be brave like everyone expects you to be
I see danger's love
Feel danger's cut
It slices eyes afraid to believe in me
Oh, please don't doubt, we'll get through it all
And be wonderful, wonderful
Liana, liana won't change
Whatever it takes she'll wait for you
Don't answer, don't show me the rain
Wherever it breaks
I'll be there too
We'll meet in that spot on the curve, on the curve right there
We'll meet in our place, on the curve, on the curve up there
On the curve, on the curve up there
Liana, liana
Don't answer
The lyrics of The Joy Formidable's song Liana talks about not having a clear destination in life, and not having a definite plan that leads to a certain outcome. It tells us that instead of being so focused on the goal, sometimes it is better to go on the journey itself and see where it takes us. However, this openness and vulnerability can be scary and can make one doubt themselves. But the song is encouraging us to be brave and face the unknown that comes with being on this journey. We are reminded that we can get through it all if we don't doubt ourselves and if we trust in the process.
The chorus of the song sings about someone named Liana who will wait no matter how long it takes. It is someone who will not change, and who will stay steadfast. It calls on not showing the rain, and wherever it breaks, it promises to be there too. There seems to be a comfort in the thought of Liana and her unwavering nature. The song ends with a hopeful promise to meet in that spot on the curve, a symbol of a journey and a hope to meet someone at the end of it.
Line by Line Meaning
This isn't a path that takes you somewhere
Life isn't a straight path leading to a destination
This isn't a plan that ends in something
Life doesn't always have a specific outcome
Before it appears, you'll be left wide open
Sometimes, things happen unexpectedly and without warning
Alone with your crazy self
You may have to confront your inner self on your own
I see danger's love
I can see love that may be risky or dangerous
See danger's cut
I can see how love can harm or hurt someone
It slices eyes afraid to believe in me
It causes people to doubt or be skeptical of me
I hear silent doubt staring through it all
I sense that people are questioning or doubting me, even when they aren't saying anything
It keeps asking, asking
The doubt keeps persisting and won't go away
Liana, liana won't change
Liana is determined and won't give up
Whatever it takes, she'll wait for you
No matter what it takes, Liana will be patient and wait for you
Don't answer, don't show me the rain
Don't make excuses or show me your problems
Wherever it breaks
During challenging times
I'll be there too
I'll be there to support you as well
That thing unknown
The fear of the unknown
It's a new empty
Uncertainty can leave you feeling empty or lost
A constant tone, a constant heavy
Uncertainty can be a constant weight on one's mind
Be brave like everyone expects you to be
We're often expected to be brave, even when we're uncertain or scared
Oh, please don't doubt, we'll get through it all
Don't doubt yourself, we can overcome any obstacle together
And be wonderful, wonderful
Once we get through the hardships, we can emerge stronger and better than before
We'll meet in that spot on the curve, on the curve right there
We'll meet at a specific location that represents a turning point in our lives
We'll meet in our place, on the curve, on the curve up there
We'll meet in a place that is meaningful to us
On the curve, on the curve up there
Referring back to the location mentioned earlier
Liana, liana
Referring back to Liana who waits patiently
Don't answer
Don't give up or make excuses
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RHIANNON BRYAN, RHYDIAN DAVIES
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This isn't a path that takes you somewhere
This isn't a plan that ends in something
Before it appears, you'll be left wide open
Alone with your crazy self
I see danger's love
See danger's cut
It slices eyes afraid to believe in me
I hear silent doubt staring through it all
It keeps asking, asking
Liana, liana won't change
Whatever it takes, she'll wait for you
Don't answer, don't show me the rain
Wherever it breaks
I'll be there too
That thing unknown
It's a new empty
A constant tone, a constant heavy
Be brave like everyone expects you to be
I see danger's love
Feel danger's cut
It slices eyes afraid to believe in me
Oh, please don't doubt, we'll get through it all
And be wonderful, wonderful
Liana, liana won't change
Whatever it takes she'll wait for you
Don't answer, don't show me the rain
Wherever it breaks
I'll be there too
We'll meet in that spot on the curve, on the curve right there
We'll meet in our place, on the curve, on the curve up there
On the curve, on the curve up there
Liana, liana
Don't answer
quinn
TJF is the most underrated band of all time
вв бб
Да брат , ты прав 100% наслаждайся тем что твой вкус к музыке куда выше чем у 99 % человеков
Sir Arthur Frentzel
Well I rate them high then. This is My favorite band of all time.
Carina Pereira dos Santos
Wolson Horthmeyer Aaaaaaaaaammmmmmmmmeeeeennn (but I still madly in love w them) 😂😂😂
Wolson Horthmeyer
+Ghoulette
can i get an "Amen!"
Mooch
Reminds me a lot of Fleetwood Mac's Rhiannon. Gorgeous song. Great imagery.
straaak
that's the singers first name, that's wild
HarryBobGeorge
Magnolia Black Rhiannon, Rhiannon won't change....
I'll never unhear it. Thanks.
Wolson Horthmeyer
Oh man that bridge it's so f' ing tight. Truly great band. Not sure why they are not more popular. Maybe because they really seen to like to go their own way. Love 'em none the less.
Gui Δ
This is one of my favorite songs from Hitch! 😍