In October 2013, an official statement confirmed that lead guitarist Lorenzo Sillitto parted ways with the band
The Temper Trap's debut album, Conditions, was released in 2009 and contains the singles Sweet Disposition, Fader, Love Lost and Science of Fear. Sweet Disposition became an international hit after appearing in the film “(500) Days of Summer”, reaching the Top 20 in multiple countries. Sweet Disposition also appeared on "Greek".
The band's self-titled second album was released in 2012, spawning the singles Need Your Love and Trembling Hands. The album debuted at #1 in Australia and has garnered positive reviews from around the globe.
The title track from the band's third studio album, Thick as Thieves. was released as its lead single in February and peaked at number 92 in Australia. On 11 April 2016, the band released the second single, "Fall Together", the same day the album was officially announced on their Facebook page. The album was released on 10 June 2016, marking their first release in four years.
In May 2018, The Temper Trap supported American rock band Imagine Dragons on the Australian and New Zealand legs of their Evolve World Tour. This included performances in Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Auckland, and Wellington.
The Sea
The Temper Trap Lyrics
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The merchant ship's light paints the dark as we sing hymns
To the one who is great, whom but words cannot be seen
When all left is love, there will be no in between
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Naked in light we are born
Oh, can you hear the sea calling?
A distance from grace, we shall toil with our days
And take on the dirt that has rendered us as slaves
Our mothers will cry, is there something in the sky?
We know we are present here, but may never know why
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Naked in light we are born
Oh, can you hear the sea calling?
Calling us into the world
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Naked in light we are born
Oh, can you hear the sea calling?
Calling us into the world
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Placed on the wayside at birth
Down on the open road
Making our way back home
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Naked in light we are born
Oh, can you hear the sea calling?
Calling us into the world
The lyrics of The Temper Trap's song "The Sea Is Calling" conjure images of the ocean, ships sailing in the night, and the vastness of the universe. The opening lines describe the peaceful ambiance of the night when the waves come rolling in, and the only light is from the merchant ship sailing by, creating a sense of unity under the sky. As they sing hymns to a higher power, the lyrics suggest that there is something beyond words and that what remains is love.
The second verse of the song delves deeper into the human experience, describing our struggles as we navigate through life. We must contend with the difficulties that burden us, and the dirt that has made us slaves to the modern world. The lyrics continue by reflecting on our need to unravel the mysteries of the universe: our mothers will cry, wondering if there is more to this existence than what we see in the sky. Ultimately, the lyrics suggest that our presence here may never be fully understood, and that life is a journey into the unknown.
In essence, "The Sea Is Calling" is a call to humanity to embrace the mystery and beauty of life. It invites us to look beyond our struggles and challenges towards a sense of greater purpose, grounded in love and unity.
Line by Line Meaning
At night when it's quiet and the waves come rolling in,
During a quiet night while waves crash onto shore,
The merchant ship's light paints the dark as we sing hymns
While singing hymns, a merchant ship's light illuminates the dark night sky
To the one who is great, whom but words cannot be seen
Praising an indescribable great figure through words
When all left is love, there will be no in between
Love will be the only thing left, with no room for anything else
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Located in a distant corner of Earth
Naked in light we are born
We are born into this world vulnerable and exposed
Oh, can you hear the sea calling?
Questioning whether you can hear the sea beckoning
Calling us into the world
The sea is calling us to join the world
A distance from grace, we shall toil with our days
Struggling through life far from redemption
And take on the dirt that has rendered us as slaves
Fighting burdens that have enslaved us
Our mothers will cry, is there something in the sky?
Mothers cry for help, seeking answers from above
We know we are present here, but may never know why
We exist, but may never know our purpose in life
Placed on the wayside at birth
Born into this world on the fringes
Down on the open road
Navigating through life's uncertain path
Making our way back home
Finding a sense of belonging and comfort
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: ABBY MANDAGI, JOSEPH GREER, LORENZO SILLITTO, TOBIAS JAMES DUNDAS
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@gabrielwillames
At night, when it's quiet, and the waves come rolling in
The merchant ship's light paints the dark as we sing hymns
To one who is great, whom by words cannot be seen
When all left is love, there will be no in between
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Naked in light we are birthed
Oh, can you hear the sea calling?
Calling us into the world
A distance from grace, we shall toil with our days
And take on the dirt that has rendered us as slaves
Our mothers will cry, is there something in the sky?
We know we are present here and may never know why
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Naked in light we are birthed
Oh, can you hear the sea calling?
Calling us into the world
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Naked in light we are birthed
Oh, can you hear the sea calling?
Calling us into the world
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Placed on the waves' side at birth
Down on the open road
Making our way back home
Tucked in the corner of Earth
Naked in light we are birthed
Oh, can you hear the sea calling?
Calling us into the world
@StankPlanks
Amazing song. Driving to this at night is magic.
@fahrisamudra161
So beautiful and so underrated
@PeterPan-zw8jb
May good triumph over evil now and forever.
@sammyquartey1284
Amen
@gainniny
such good music,speaks to the soul ...not to be found on tv ,quite sad ..
@krustyp1489
This song makes me think about my life.
@kaceysack-wright930
Definitely love and appreciate the melodic depth of the music on this album!
@faizal020
Sitting in a dark room with a view of a full moon while listening to this song❤️. I love music like this it makes me think more deeply (I'm already a deep thinker) 🌊💡
@TheHellena1
faizal♍️ are u an introvert too?
@diegocastilhos
Yes, your right speaker is working just fine. Dont worry.