Their first release, the Stay Up, Get Down extended play, was released in 2007, followed by the five-song EP, The Way We Talk, on December 11, 2007. The band's first full-length studio album, Can't Stop Won't Stop, was released July 8, 2008. Their second full-length album, Black & White, was released on July 13, 2010, which sold 22,634 copies in its first week. On December 6, 2011, their third studio album, Pioneer, was released and it peaked at No. 90 on the Billboard 200.[1] Their fourth full-length record, Forever Halloween, was released on June 4, 2013, which reached No. 39 on the Billboard 200, as followed by its deluxe edition on June 17, 2014. Their fifth studio album, American Candy, was released on March 31, 2015. Lovely Little Lonely, their sixth full-length record, was released on April 7, 2017. You Are OK, their seventh full-length record, was released March 29, 2019.
The Maine was created by bassist Garrett Nickelsen and drummer Patrick Kirch in November 2006. Singer John O'Callaghan joined soon after auditions for the band with no prior vocal experience, along with musicians Ryan Osterman and Alex Ross. Together, they collectively released the EP Stay Up, Get Down. Shortly thereafter Ryan and Alex departed the band for unknown reasons, but were replaced with Kennedy Brock and Jared Monaco. The Maine signed to Fearless Records and debuted with a five song EP entitled The Way We Talk in 2007.
Miles Away
The Maine Lyrics
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LAX to SFO
Was searching for a temp so low
And a summer high
The Sun swayed and set slow
Made waves with some friends I know
Got lost in the ebb and flow
Of the drifting tide
I didn't ever want to come down
From that West Coast rush and summer high
And easy, peaceful sense of time
(I felt so alive)
Now I'm alone when I'm back home
It's cold and old
But in my mind
I
I am
Miles and miles
Away
Pretty pretty girls on two wheels
Dolores Heights and a laid back feel
We sat and drank for a while until
The city came alive
We were smoking with strangers
We were dancing with the lights on
I was singing to "The Angels"
See that's my favorite X song
In my mind I'm miles away
When the buzz ain't like it was
Well then it's time for a change
Just a subtle change
A tongue full of only tomorrow's
Will never quench your thirst for today
So what do you say we take a trip miles away
I don't ever want to come down
From this west coast rush and summer high
And easy, peaceful sense of time
(I feel so alive)
At the moment any place I go
Is beautiful
Because in my mind
I
I am
Miles and miles
Away
The Maine's song Miles Away captures the essence of feeling alive and free while exploring a new place or being surrounded by good company. The lyrics begin with the singer traveling up the west coast - from Los Angeles International Airport to San Francisco International Airport - to escape the daily grind and find a temporary low temperature and a summer high. The singer then goes on to express their affinity for the easy, peaceful sense of time and how they are reluctant to leave the rush of the west coast behind. The singer reminisces about making memories with friends, getting lost in the flow of the ocean's tide, and feeling so alive under the California sun.
The chorus repeats the line "In my mind, I'm miles away," signifying that even if they are physically present, their mind is still wandering and searching for the next adventure. They take a break from their solo exploration to connect with locals - enjoying the laid-back feel of Dolores Heights, drinking with friends, and singing their favorite X song. The song ends with the singer sharing their desire to keep the feeling of being miles away alive by embracing change and living in the present.
Musically, the song is upbeat, with a syncopated rhythm and a driving bassline that makes you want to dance. The guitar riff is catchy and memorable, along with the soaring chorus that expresses the joy of being alive and free. The Maine's Miles Away is an ode to the exhilarating feeling of discovering new places, new experiences, and celebrating life with friends.
Line by Line Meaning
I took a trip up the west coast
I went on a journey to the west coast of the US
LAX to SFO
I flew from Los Angeles International Airport to San Francisco International Airport
Was searching for a temp so low
I was looking for a place where the temperature was low
And a summer high
I wanted to experience the excitement of summer
The Sun swayed and set slow
The setting sun seemed to move slowly in the sky
Made waves with some friends I know
I had fun with my friends
Got lost in the ebb and flow
I became absorbed in the rhythm of the ocean waves
Of the drifting tide
I watched the tide come in and out
I didn't ever want to come down
I didn't want to leave that place
From that West Coast rush and summer high
I loved the excitement of the west coast and summer
And easy, peaceful sense of time
I enjoyed the relaxed pace of life there
(I felt so alive)
Being there made me feel happy and alive
Now I'm alone when I'm back home
I feel lonely when I'm back home
It's cold and old
My home is not as exciting and new as the west coast
But in my mind
But in my imagination
I
I am
Miles and miles
Far away from home
Away
In a different place mentally
Pretty pretty girls on two wheels
I saw attractive girls on bicycles
Dolores Heights and a laid back feel
I visited a neighborhood in San Francisco that felt relaxed and comfortable
We sat and drank for a while until
We relaxed and enjoyed ourselves while drinking
The city came alive
The city became more exciting and vibrant
We were smoking with strangers
We smoked with people we didn't know
We were dancing with the lights on
We danced with the lights turned on
I was singing to "The Angels"
I was singing along to the song "The Angels"
See that's my favorite X song
That's my favorite song by the band X
When the buzz ain't like it was
When the excitement isn't as strong as it was before
Well then it's time for a change
When that happens, it's time for something new
Just a subtle change
A small change will do
A tongue full of only tomorrow's
Focusing only on the future won't satisfy you
Will never quench your thirst for today
It won't satisfy your desire for excitement in the present moment
So what do you say we take a trip miles away
Let's go on another trip someplace far away
I don't ever want to come down
I never want to leave that exciting place
From this west coast rush and summer high
I love the excitement of the west coast and summer
And easy, peaceful sense of time
I enjoy the relaxed pace of life there
(I feel so alive)
Being there makes me feel happy and alive
At the moment any place I go
Right now, any place I go feels wonderful
Is beautiful
Because I can imagine myself being back on the west coast
Because in my mind
Because my imagination
I
I am
Miles and miles
Far away from home
Away
In a different place mentally
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@torispaide1347
i love the change from "i felt so alive" to "i feel so alive" idk why it just makes me so happy
@paula92111
Beautiful men holding puppies and cats, I cannot find a problem with this. The song is excellent as well <3
@Shleezyyy
Each album you put out seems to fit exactly where I am in life. I can tell by this song, American Candy won't be any different. Thanks for growing up with me.
@alineferreiramendes93
SasshleySimpson GROWING UP WONT BRING US DOWN!! hahaha
i feel the same as you!
@Shleezyyy
andrea slaski Hahaha, thank you so much for making me feel relevant by posting this response! Legit first time I've gotten any sort of "hate" on the internet! Thanks, girl! <3
@littlecat5293
andrea slaski Or she could be the british girl?
@andreastellastar
SasshleySimpson not writing hate mail- it was a joke.. I guess u can't hear it.. u just read it.
@FraniiandJessie
This is exactly how I feel tooo omg. You worded it so well
@stetsonanderson7420
I admire the courage The Maine has by exploring their creativity as I feel it in each and every album.
@savethegoat2537
Can we just talk about how adorable Pat is in this video? ;3