There are multiple artists who have gone by The Supertones.

[1] The… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists who have gone by The Supertones.

[1] The O.C. Supertones (a.k.a. The Supertones) were a Christian ska band hailing from Orange County, California. The O.C. stands for Orange County and was formally used to differentiate them from another group, but they generally were referred to as The Supertones by fans and publicity, especially as of their second album. The band was formerly signed to Tooth & Nail Records before becoming an independent band for its final tour. Beginning with a more traditional ska sound, the Supertones moved next to a harder rock sound, which eventually changed again with more of a pop-rock influence.
The band began in the early 1990s as Saved. Originally formed by Matt Morginsky, Jason Carson and Tony Terusa while in Junior High School, the band played a mix of many styles including punk, rap, metal, disco, and funk. In 1995 they formed as The Orange County Supertones and settled on a ska based sound.
In the late 1990s The Supertones achieved wide popularity in the Christian and secular community. Their second album, 1997's release Supertones Strike Back, was a surprise smash hit, peaking on both Billboard's Heatseekers and Top Christian Albums charts at 3 and 2 respectively. Beginning with a more traditional ska sound, The Supertones moved next to a harder rock sound, which eventually changed again with more of a pop-rock influence. Their next two albums, 1999's Chase the Sun and 2000's Loud and Clear, each charted on the Billboard 200 chart. They continued to release albums until 2005, at which point they went on indefinite hiatus. This ended when they reunited for some shows in 2010. Since then they have had stints in 2012 and 2017, performing various reunion and anniversary shows. Their 2017 commemoration of the 20th anniversary of their most well-received album "Supertones Strike Back" was presented as a definitive "final show".

[2] The Supertones are an "instrumental surf" band from NYC active since 1988. They have released at least 12 albums.

Old Friend
The Supertones Lyrics

Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴

What do I know? Somebody tell me.
I've been running from You so long.
Please help me Lord.
Find my direction.
I just can't do it on my own.

You lift me up. You rescue me.
It's good to be with You,

Old friend.

Sometimes I think,
How can You love me?
My thoughts are so far from Your own.
Why choose me Lord?

I'm a poor reflection.
Why use me to make Yourself known?

Overall Meaning

The Supertones' song "Old Friend" is a heartfelt cry for help from someone who is lost and seeking direction. The singer acknowledges that they have been running from God for a long time and realizes that they cannot find their way on their own. They desperately ask for God's guidance and help in finding their direction. The lyric "What do I know? Somebody tell me" expresses the singer's confusion and feeling of being lost.

The singer then reflects on their relationship with God, expressing wonder and gratitude at how God can love them despite their flaws and imperfections. They feel unworthy of God's love and cannot understand why they have been chosen to be used by God to make Himself known. This creates a sense of humbleness and vulnerability in the singer that is relatable and genuine.

Overall, "Old Friend" is a song that resonates with anyone who has felt lost and in need of direction. It is a reminder that even when we feel unworthy of God's love, He is always by our side to guide us and pick us up when we fall.

Line by Line Meaning

What do I know? Somebody tell me.
I am unsure and seeking guidance from someone.

I've been running from You so long.
I have been avoiding God for some time.

Please help me Lord.
I am asking for divine assistance.

Find my direction.
I need guidance to find my way.

I just can't do it on my own.
I am admitting that I cannot succeed without help.

You lift me up. You rescue me.
The singer recognises God as their saviour and deliverer.

It's good to be with You, Old friend.
The singer feels comfort and familiarity in their relationship with God.

Sometimes I think,
The artist has moments of introspection.

How can You love me?
The artist questions why God would love them despite their imperfection.

My thoughts are so far from Your own.
The artist recognises the disparity between their own thoughts and God's will.

Why choose me Lord?
The singer wonders why God has chosen them specifically for a purpose.

I'm a poor reflection.
The artist acknowledges their own shortcomings and limitations.

Why use me to make Yourself known?
The singer is questioning why God would use them as a vessel for spreading His message.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA/AMCOS

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

TRACKS

No Related Genres

More Genres

No Artists Found

More Artists Load All

No Albums Found

More Albums Load All

No Tracks Found

Genre not found

Artist not found

Album not found

Search results not found

Song not found

Most interesting comment from YouTube:

ekul40831

4y↑9

What do I know? Somebody tell me
I've been running from you for so long
Please help me Lord
Find my direction
I just can't do it on my own

You lift me up. You rescue me
It's good to be with You, old friend

You lift me up. You rescue me
It's good to be with You, old friend

Sometimes I think, how can You love me?
My thoughts are so far from Your own
Why choose me Lord?
I'm a poor reflection
Why use me to make Yourself known?

You lift me up. You rescue me
It's good to be with You, old friend

You lift me up. You rescue me
The cross You bore on Calvary

You lift me up. You rescue me
It's good to be with You, old friend

All comments from YouTube:

ekul40831

4y↑9

Phil Wojo

4y↑2

Always will listen to this song ✌️🤩 !! Awesome music 🎶

kelerlsrael

5y↑6

Beautiful music, I remember my dad that he liked so much now is not with us, he is in heaven. My brother listens to these songs a lot. He has good tastes. From Venezuela we listen to him frequently.