The sweet musical cartel that is The Likes of Us began as a long distance collaboration between Oklahoma native Benj Heard and Colorado songbird Katrina Stone. As the story goes, the pair stumbled upon an affinity for writing 1940's inspired duets through the process of sending tracks back and forth over the course of a year. Without truly recognizing the depth of the sonic landscape they had created, The Likes of Us was formed as charmingly as the harmonies and lyrics that waltz through the valleys of their debut album.
The self-titled album from the crooning duo plays like a narrative from a nearly forgotten era, yet entices the ears of the current generation with their smokey voices and universal themes of love and life. From the cleverly romantic waltz Astronomy to the bluegrass-infused toe-tapping Smooth Moving, The Likes of Us is storming onto the scene with a fully produced set of songs that engages the senses and emotions. With lyrics like "Honey, love is stronger than fear.
I hear that train coming,
but my heart's still running to you"
...the pair makes it known that this record is a delightful and enchanting force to be reckoned with. The witty and upbeat ditty entitled No Cure For Love written with Mikal Blue (Colbie Caillat, Jason Mraz) showcases Heard's exceptional vocal range and sweet tone while Stone's personality and vocal control soar from line to line.
From start to finish, this pair's debut project is a beautiful allegory of what patience, fortitude, and raw talent can imagine when in the hands of fate.
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All Together Now
The Likes Of Us Lyrics
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I can see you I can see you
Passing everyday waiting for a chance to say
I am here too I am here too
You gotta have some fun (livin' in the sun) yeah you'll never be as young
As you are today as you are today
So do a little dance and take a bigger chance
You don't have to have it all together now to have it all
You don't have to have it all together now to have a ball
So pick up all your pieces put 'em in your pocket
You can take off like a lovely little rocket
You can fly fly fly fly fly all together now
Pretty little thing with your pretty little wings
I can see you I can see you
So think a happy thought then we can get lost
I am here too I am here too
The Likes Of Us's song All Together Now is an uplifting song with a positive message about enjoying life and taking chances. The lyrics talk about the freedom and excitement of youth, encouraging the listener to take risks and have fun while they are young. The singer addresses someone, possibly a young woman, who is waiting for an opportunity to be noticed and included. He reminds her that she is not alone and encourages her to let loose and dance to her own beat.
The lines "You don't have to have it all together now to have it all, you don't have to have it all together now to have a ball" emphasize the importance of enjoying the present and not worrying too much about the future or having everything figured out. It's about taking life as it comes and making the most of every moment. The song encourages the listener to embrace their unique qualities and not be afraid to take risks or fly high like a little rocket.
Ultimately, All Together Now is a feel-good song that celebrates youth and urges the listener to be confident, happy and adventurous.
Line by Line Meaning
Pretty little thing with your pretty little dreams
Addressing a young and hopeful person with aspirations
I can see you I can see you
They see and acknowledge the person's existence
Passing everyday waiting for a chance to say
The person is waiting for an opportunity to speak up
I am here too I am here too
The singer is also present and wants to be recognized
You gotta have some fun (livin' in the sun) yeah you'll never be as young
Encouraging the person to enjoy themselves and live life to the fullest while they're young
As you are today as you are today
Emphasizing the importance of the present moment
So do a little dance and take a bigger chance
Take risks and be adventurous
Do it your way do it your way
Do what makes you happy and true to yourself
You don't have to have it all together now to have it all
You don't need to have everything figured out in order to be successful
You don't have to have it all together now to have a ball
You can still have fun and enjoy life even if you're not perfect
So pick up all your pieces put 'em in your pocket
Collect and carry the parts of yourself with you
You can take off like a lovely little rocket
You have the power to soar and achieve your dreams
You can fly fly fly fly fly all together now
Encouraging everyone to come together and support each other's dreams
Pretty little thing with your pretty little wings
Referencing the person's potential to soar and achieve
So think a happy thought then we can get lost
Encouraging the person to focus on positive thoughts so they can get lost in the joy of life
I am here too I am here too
Reiterating the singer's presence and willingness to support
Contributed by Kylie L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.