The band's debut self-titled album was released on April 3, 2012. The album's first single, "Ho Hey" reached #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #1 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart.
The Ho Hey Songfacts reports that Schultz and Fraites were originally based in New York and started collaborating in 2002 after Fraites’ brother, Josh, who was also Schultz’s best friend died of an overdose. The pair began writing and performing to cope with their grief and they later relocated to Denver, where they met the classically trained Pekarek after advertising for a cellist.
Their self-titled debut album The Lumineers was released on April 3, 2012, on Dualtone Records.
Their second album, Cleopatra, was released in 2016.
The band's third album, titled III, was released on September 13, 2019 and debuted at No. 2 on the US Billboard 200.
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Rollercoaster
The Lumineers Lyrics
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Holdin' on for dear life
Sittin' on a rollercoaster
Holdin' on for dear life
I know what is what
I know who you are
I know what is already gone
Making all the plans for later violated by
Everyone was able, Lord they hate the other side
I know what is what
I can feel the rust
I know you are already gone
Everyone was wrong
They were on the ledge
Everyone was only dyin' to live
Ooh
Ooh
I wish I could sail away
Find another island
I wish we could start it over
Have another child
I know what is what
I can feel the rust
I know what is already gone
Everyone was wrong
I was on the ledge
Everyone was only flies in a web
They were always dying to know you
You could always see it in my eyes
Everyone was holding their breath, so cold
But I, I forgot
I, I forgot
The lyrics to "Rollercoaster" by The Lumineers speak to the tumultuous nature of life and relationships. The repeated phrase "Sittin' on a rollercoaster, holdin' on for dear life" captures the feeling of being caught up in the ups and downs of life, desperately trying to maintain stability and control.
The lines "I know what is what, I know who you are" suggest a sense of clarity and understanding, perhaps in reference to a past relationship. However, the line "I know what is already gone" acknowledges that despite this knowledge, the past cannot be changed or undone.
The lyricist then reflects on how plans for the future can be disrupted and overshadowed by negative influences. "Making all the plans for later violated by, Everyone was able, Lord they hate the other side" conveys a sense of frustration and powerlessness in the face of external forces.
The second verse reiterates the theme of knowing what is lost and feeling the weight of the past. The lines "Everyone was wrong, they were on the ledge, everyone was only dyin' to live" highlight the common struggles and mistakes people make, always seeking something more, but often at the expense of their well-being.
The chorus takes a more introspective turn, with the wistful desire to escape and start anew. "I wish I could sail away, find another island, I wish we could start it over, have another child" expresses a longing for a fresh start, away from the mistakes and complications of the current situation.
The song concludes with the acknowledgment that everyone was wrong in some way, recognizing the inevitability of mistakes and wrong perceptions. The line "Everyone was always dying to know you, you could always see it in my eyes" suggests a longing for deeper connection and understanding. And in the final lines, the singer admits to forgetting, perhaps forgetting the lessons learned or the promises made.
Overall, "Rollercoaster" delves into the complexities of relationships, the struggles of life, and the yearning for a second chance.
Line by Line Meaning
Sittin' on a rollercoaster
Being in a situation where emotions are unpredictable and intense
Holdin' on for dear life
Trying desperately to maintain stability and control
I know what is what
Having a clear understanding and awareness of the truth
I know who you are
Understanding someone's true nature and identity
I know what is already gone
Recognizing that something precious has been lost or ended
Making all the plans for later violated by
Having future plans disrupted and sabotaged by unforeseen circumstances
Everyone was able, Lord they hate the other side
Witnessing the division and animosity among people who were once united
I can feel the rust
Sensing the deterioration and decay of a relationship or situation
Everyone was wrong
Everyone's beliefs or judgments were misguided
They were on the ledge
Facing a critical point or moment of danger
Everyone was only dyin' to live
People were desperately seeking a fulfilling and meaningful existence
I wish I could sail away
Longing for escape and a fresh start
Find another island
Discovering a new and different place or perspective
I wish we could start it over
Desiring to reset and rebuild a relationship or situation
Have another child
Yearning for new beginnings and the joy of innocence
They were always dying to know you
Others were constantly curious and eager to understand you
You could always see it in my eyes
Your emotions and true feelings were always transparent to me
Everyone was holding their breath, so cold
Everyone was anxiously awaiting an uncertain outcome, feeling tense and detached
But I, I forgot
Despite knowing the truth, I neglected or overlooked it
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jeremy Fraites, Wesley Schultz
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