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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Slow It Down
The Lumineers Lyrics
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Wash off my hands 'til it's gone
The walls they're closing in
With velvet curtains
Some love was made for the lights
Some kiss your cheek and goodnight
Lift up a red high heel
They're makin' noise in my street
My blinds are drawn, I can't see
Smashed in my car window
Didn't touch the stereo
Slow it down, Angie, come back to bed
Rest your arms and rest your legs
Act like you've been here before
Smile less and dress up some more
Tie up your scarf real tight
These boys are out for blood tonight
Slow it down, Angie, come back to bed
Rest your arms and rest your legs
And when she stood, she stood tall
She'll make a fool of you all
Don't ask for cigarettes
She ain't got nothin' left for you
I never, she never, we never looked back
That wasn't what we were good at
And when it came to love
We were not good enough, oh
Slow it down, Angie, come back to bed
Rest your arms and rest your legs
Don't you frown when you're feelin' like that
Only love can dig you out of this
The lyrics "I feel her filth in my bones, wash off my hands 'til it's gone, the walls they're closing in with velvet curtains" suggest the feeling of being stuck or trapped in a situation with no way out, as the walls are closing in. The use of the phrase "velvet curtains" is interesting, as this typically connotes a feeling of luxury and grandeur, yet in this context, it could be interpreted as suffocating or oppressive. The next lines "Some love was made for the lights, some kiss your cheek and goodnight, lift up a red high heel, lock up your doors with steel" refer to different types of love and different ways people approach relationships. There's the kind of love that's made for the public eye ("the lights") and there's the more intimate, private kind of love that involves meaningful goodnight kisses. The line "lift up a red high heel, lock up your doors with steel" has a menacing undertone, suggesting that there are men out there who may not have good intentions.
The second verse continues with the theme of danger and a sense of being trapped. The singer mentions that there's noise in the street and their blinds are drawn so they can't see what's happening. They've also had their car window smashed, but strangely, the stereo was untouched. The chorus repeats, with the singer urging "Angie" to slow down and come back to bed, to rest her arms and legs. The next lines "act like you've been here before, smile less and dress up some more, tie up your scarf real tight, these boys are out for blood tonight" further emphasize the dangerous and threatening environment that the characters find themselves in. The men in this song are portrayed as predators, and the women are told to be careful and take precautions.
The final verse takes a more introspective turn, as the singer reflects on a past relationship. They acknowledge that when it came to love, they weren't good enough, perhaps suggesting that they weren't able to fully commit or emotionally invest in the relationship. The chorus repeats one final time, but with a slight variation in the last line - "only love can dig you out of this." This line suggests that love may be the source of the danger and pain in the song, but it's also the only thing that can save you.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel her filth in my bones
I am consumed by her aura of darkness and impurity.
Wash off my hands 'til it's gone
I am trying to rid myself of her negative energy.
The walls they're closing in, with velvet curtains
I feel trapped and suffocated in the comfort of our home.
Some love was made for the lights
Some relationships are meant to be displayed and celebrated publicly.
Some kiss your cheek and goodnight
Some partners have a simple, non-sexual love for each other.
Lift up a red high heel
Women use their sexuality to get what they want.
Lock up your doors with steel
Be cautious and protect yourself from the dangers of the world.
They're makin' noise in my street
There is chaos and disturbance outside of my home.
My blinds are drawn, I can't see
I am shutting myself off from the outside world.
Smashed in my car window, didn't touch the stereo
Someone vandalized my car without actually stealing anything valuable.
Slow it down, Angie, come back to bed
Let's take a break from the chaos and relax in each other's arms.
Rest your arms and rest your legs
Allow yourself to truly unwind and rejuvenate.
Act like you've been here before
Be confident and comfortable in your surroundings.
Smile less and dress up some more
Project an air of mystery and elegance in your appearance and demeanor.
Tie up your scarf real tight
Protect yourself from the cold and harsh realities of the world.
These boys are out for blood tonight
There is danger and aggression lurking in the darkness.
And when she stood, she stood tall
Despite all obstacles, she remains strong and resilient.
She'll make a fool of you all
She is not to be underestimated or taken advantage of.
Don't ask for cigarettes, she ain't got nothin' left for you
She has nothing to give you anymore, so don't bother asking.
I never, she never, we never looked back
We refused to dwell on the past and instead focused on moving forward.
That wasn't what we were good at
We were not good at regret or self-pity.
And when it came to love, we were not good enough, oh
We tried our best, but our love was not strong enough to conquer all.
Slow it down, Angie, come back to bed
Let's forget the world outside and cherish each other in this moment.
Rest your arms and rest your legs
Allow yourself to truly unwind and rejuvenate.
Don't you frown when you're feelin' like that
Don't let negativity cloud your mind and heart.
Only love can dig you out of this
Only love can heal and save us in times of darkness and despair.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jeremy Fraites, Wesley Schultz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Slow It Down
The Lumineers
LYRICS
I feel her filth in my bones
Wash off my hands 'til it’s gone
The walls they’re closing in
With velvet curtains
Some love was made for the lights
Some kiss your cheek and goodnight
Lift up a red high heel
Lock up your doors with steel
They’re makin' noise in my street
My blinds are drawn I can’t see
Smashed in my car window
Didn’t touch the stereo
Slow it down, Angie come back to bed
Rest your arms, and rest your legs
Act like you’ve been here before
Smile less and dress up some more
Tie up your scarf real tight
These boys are out for blood tonight
Slow it down, Angie come back to bed
Rest your arms, and rest your legs
And when she stood, she stood tall
She’ll make a fool of you all
Don’t ask for cigarettes
She ain’t got nothin' left for you
I never, she never, we never looked back
That wasn’t what we were good at
And when it came to love
We were not good enough uh huh
Slow it down, Angie come back to bed
Rest your arms, and rest your legs
Don’t you frown when you’re feelin' like that
Only love can dig you out of this....
I'm always looking for the lyrics to kinda sing along...😙😙😙
@nadima2
I feel her filth in my bones
Wash off my hands 'til it's gone
The walls they're closing in
With velvet curtains
Some love was made for the light
Some kiss your cheek and goodnight
Lift up a red high heel
Lock up your doors with steel
They're makin' noise in my street
My blinds are drawn I can't see
Smashed in my car window
Didn't touch the stereo
Slow it down, Angie come back to bed
Rest your arms, and rest your legs
Act like you've been here before
Smile less and dress up some more
Tie up your scarf real tight
These boys are out for blood tonight
Slow it down, Angie come back to bed
Rest your arms, and rest your legs
And when she stood she stood tall
She'll make a fool of you all
Don't ask for cigarettes
She ain't got nothin' left for you
I never, she never, we never looked back
That wasn't what we were good at
And when it came to love
We were not good enough
Slow it down, Angie come back to bed
Rest your arms, and rest your legs
Don't you frown when you're feelin' like that
Only love can dig you out of this
@ryanwsu4
this is one of those songs that, if in the right mood, you can just play on repeat for an hour. imo
@bradleygorman6057
100% about a year ago I done that every day for 2 weeks at work, a year later exact same thing 👌
@badgreens890h5
Not a sad mood just a mood
@ColdPizzaPictures
Bro every lumineers song is like that ahahah
@timothyfitzgerald5459
Doing that rn
@seanmcalarney2261
@@timothyfitzgerald5459 same
@megedzes5057
I cannot even express how in love I am with The Lumineers. It's extremely rare to find a band that I love every single song of, and they've done it. They put so much thought into each song and I'm always mesmerised when listening to them. They sound even better live in the studio compared to the album version and that's certainly something special. Hats off to them.
@emcicity3465
i might be physically attracted to this song :/
@heatherholman2758
Megan Baker I couldn't agree more
@heatherholman2758
Megan Baker they're amazing live