When a crowd is singing along with the last chorus after hearing the song for the first time, and Twitter lights up with those same lyrics in the days following a performance, you know it's a song that connects. With poignant yet sing-along-able lyrics and undeniable rock noir musical undertones, Spirits, the first single from The Strumbellas’ forthcoming album, embodies the essence of what has been attracting fans from across North America to this Lindsay, Ontario-bred band.
That journey has been a whirlwind since the release of the band’s 2012 debut album My Father And The Hunter. The Strumbellas' sound — haunting lyrics fused with infectious, danceable melodies — won them both fans and critical recognition. A year later, they followed up with We Still Move On Dance Floors, which earned the band six awards, including a JUNO and Sirius XM
Indie Award, as well as a spot on the Polaris Music Prize Long List. And of course, there’s been touring. Lots of touring.
In early 2015, the Strumbellas, off the road and ready to go into the studio again, set up shop at downtown Toronto’s Lincoln County Social Club to record the new album with LA Producer/Engineer, Dave Schiffman (Johnny Cash, Haim, Weezer). During three recording sessions during the first half of 2015, Schiffman and the band harnessed a vivid sound that was itchin’ to get out of them. Bigger. Bolder. Beckoning.
I’ll Wait
The Strumbellas Lyrics
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You always let me be myself
That's just what you do, man
When you love someone, you love someone
When I'm feeling worthless
You're always here to help me out
That's just what you do, man
When you love someone, you love someone
You know that I will be the light
To always be there at your side
I just wanna tell you why
And this is how it goes
I'll wait, I'll wait to be the one
To catch you when you're falling
Always, always, I'll be the one
To answer when you're calling
Well, you know I get so lonely
But with you, I never feel alone
I guess that's how it is, man
When you love someone, you love someone
You know I'm out here working
You know I do it all for you
Nobody's perfect, they say
You know that I will be the light
To always be there at your side
I just wanna tell you why
And this is how it goes
I'll wait, I'll wait to be the one
To catch you when you're falling
Always, always, I'll be the one
To answer when you're calling
I'll change my habits just to show I care
I'll face my demons just to show I'm there
I'll be with you 'til my final days
I'll change my habits just to show I care
I'll face my demons just to show I'm there
I'll be with you 'til my final days
I'll wait, I'll wait to be the one
To catch you when you're falling
Always, always, I'll be the one
To answer when you're calling
The Strumbellas' "I'll Wait" is a love song that speaks to the unconditional love and support one can give to their partner. The lyrics are directed towards the singer's significant other, acknowledging the support and belief in their dreams as a dreamer. The first verse mentions that the significant other lets the singer be themselves, highlighting the acceptance and love they have for each other. In the second verse, the singer explains how even when they feel down, their significant other is always there to support them through difficult times.
The chorus talks about the singer's promise to their significant other that they will always be there, no matter what. The line "I'll wait to be the one, to catch you when you're falling" suggests that the singer is willing to wait for their partner, regardless of the time it takes. The repetition of "always" emphasizes the singer's commitment to being there for their partner whenever they need them.
The bridge of the song furthers the message of the singer's willingness to change themselves to better care for their partner, highlighting the deep love and partnership between the two.
Overall, "I'll Wait" is a touching love song that talks about the importance of unconditional love and support in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
You say that I'm a dreamer
You acknowledge my dreams
You always let me be myself
You allow me to be true to myself
That's just what you do, man
It's simply your nature or habit
When you love someone, you love someone
You show consistent love to someone you care about
When I'm feeling worthless
When I have low self-esteem
You're always here to help me out
You give me support when I need it
You know that I will be the light
You understand that I aim to be a positive force
To always be there at your side
To support and accompany you
I just wanna tell you why
I want to explain to you
And this is how it goes
And here's the explanation
I'll wait, I'll wait to be the one
I'll patiently wait to offer my help
To catch you when you're falling
To support you in difficult times
Always, always, I'll be the one
I'll consistently show up for you
To answer when you're calling
To be available when you need me
Well, you know I get so lonely
I often feel alone
But with you, I never feel alone
Yet, you make me feel comforted and included
I guess that's how it is, man
That's simply the way things are
You know I'm out here working
You're aware that I'm working hard
You know I do it all for you
You understand that my motivation is my love for you
Nobody's perfect, they say
Imperfection is part of being human
I'll change my habits just to show I care
I'm willing to make changes to demonstrate my love
I'll face my demons just to show I'm there
I'll confront my inner demons in order to support you
I'll be with you 'til my final days
I'll stay by your side for the rest of my life
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Darryl James, David Ritter, Isabel Ritchie, Jeremy Drury, Joanne Setterington, Simon Alexander Ward, Jonathan Hembrey
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@philoki
You say that I'm a dreamer
You always let me be myself
That's just what you do, man
When you love someone, you love someone
When I'm feeling worthless
You're always here to help me out
That's just what you do, man
When you love someone, you love someone
You know that I will be the light
To always be there at your side
I just wanna tell you why
And this is how it goes
I'll wait, I'll wait to be the one
To catch you when you're falling
Always, always, I'll be the one
To answer when you're calling
Well, you know I get so lonely
But with you, I never feel alone
I guess that's how it is, man
When you love someone, you love someone
You know I'm out here working
You know I do it all for you
Nobody's perfect, they say
You know that I will be the light
To always be there at your side
I just wanna tell you why
And this is how it goes
I'll wait, I'll wait to be the one
To catch you when you're falling
Always, always, I'll be the one
To answer when you're calling
I'll change my habits just to show I care
I'll face my demons just to show I'm there
I'll be with you 'til my final days
I'll change my habits just to show I care
I'll face my demons just to show I'm there
I'll be with you 'til my final days
I'll wait, I'll wait to be the one
To catch you when you're falling
Always, always, I'll be the one
To answer when you're calling
@feuenfeu
THE HALF OF IT BROUGHT ME HERE! <3
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@captahab6370
feuenfeu edits Lord I hate that I literally just saw the ad and liked the song 😂.... so.... same 🙄 😂✌️
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Really blowing mind music.
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@danylr2281
The movie “All my life” brought me here 😄
@Extrophobic
"All My Life" brought me here 💓
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yess me too
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