They appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone in October 2002 (the first Australian band to do so since Men at Work in 1983) with the words "Rock is Back: meet the Vines" boldly emblazoned underneath. Referred to as the 'The' bands, The Strokes, The Hives, The White Stripes and The Vines combined "old fashioned punk and adrenaline fuelled riffs" to be ushered in at the beginning of 2002 as the "saviors of rock".
The Vines have been moderately successful in the Australian recording industry, winning an ARIA in 2002 for Breakthrough Artist and receiving nominations for six other awards in as many years. In 2003, their debut album Highly Evolved went double platinum in their home country of Australia, and since then the band has released six albums and a "Best-Of" compilation from their time at Capitol Records.
The band started to record their 5th album in February 2010. The album recording was completely finished in mid March, with mixing taking place in Sydney at the end of March and mastering taking place in early April. The album, "Future Primitve," was released in June 2011.
Discography
Highly Evolved (2002)
Winning Days (2004)
Vision Valley(2006)
Melodia (2008)
Future Primitive (2011)
Wicked Nature (2014)
In Miracle Land (2018)
Winning Days
The Vines Lyrics
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Because I know just where I'm seeing
Was giving as I know
I can't hear
'Cause underneath there's gold
I'll need to get around to find it
When I want to go
I've been trying
All the time
I'm just seeing it right
'Cause it could be the lights that's over me
So I just want to let it be
The winning days are gone
Because I know just where I'm seeing
Was giving as I know
I can't hear
'Cause underneath there's gold
I'll need to get around to find it
When I want to go
I can dream
I've been trying
All my time
I'm just seeing it right
'Cause it could be the light that's over me
So I just want to let it be
Get up and go outside
It can help your mind too
Get up don't hide away
'Cause I know where there's gold
I didn't know when I was flying
I'm sinking like a stone
I can dream
I've been trying
The lyrics of The Vinesâs song âWinning Daysâ offer a glimpse into the singerâs musings about success and the challenges of maintaining it. The repeated line âThe winning days are goneâ hints at a loss of something that was once achieved. The lyrics suggest that the singer knows where heâs going but is uncertain about how to get there. He acknowledges that there might be something valuable just below the surface, but he hasnât found it yet. The line âIâll need to get around to find itâ suggests that this journey wonât be easy, but itâs one that needs to be taken nonetheless.
The lyrics reveal a sense of vaguely defined discontent that leaves the listener wanting to know more. The line âIâm just seeing it right, 'cause it could be the lights that's over meâ suggests that the singer is struggling to see clearly amid the distractions of fame and success. He seems to be aware of the potential pitfalls of being in the public eye and hopes to find a way to let things be. The final lines offer a sense of optimism and hope for the future, suggesting that with effort and perseverance, dreams can be realized.
Line by Line Meaning
The winning days are gone
There was a time when I was successful, but that time has passed.
Because I know just where I'm seeing
I am aware of my surroundings and can recognize when something is not as it used to be.
Was giving as I know
In the past, I was more generous and giving with my time and resources.
I can't hear
I am unable to hear what people are saying to me because I am focused on my own thoughts.
'Cause underneath, there's gold
Despite the current situation, I believe that there is still value and potential in what I am doing.
I'll need to get around to find it
I recognize that I need to put in effort and work in order to uncover the hidden value.
When I want to go, I can dream
Even when faced with challenges, I still have the ability to envision success.
I've been trying all the time
I have been putting in consistent effort to overcome obstacles and find success.
I'm just seeing it right
I am seeing the situation clearly and am evaluating it accurately.
'Cause it could be the light that's over me
The current situation may be clouding my judgment and affecting my perception of reality.
So I just want to let it be
Rather than dwelling on the situation, I want to accept it and move forward.
Get up and go outside
Taking breaks and getting fresh air can help clear my mind and improve my mental state.
It can help your mind too
Others can also benefit from taking breaks and getting outside.
Get up don't hide away
It's important to face challenges and not avoid them by hiding away.
I didn't know when I was flying
In the past, when I was successful, I didn't realize how good things were.
I'm sinking like a stone
I am struggling and finding it difficult to keep my head above water.
I can dream
Even when things are tough, I still have hope for the future.
I've been trying all my time
I am committed to putting in continuous effort to improve my situation.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CRAIG ROBERT NICHOLLS
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Noirshock
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The winning days are gone
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Hamam Insani
he winning days are gone
Because I know just where I'm seeing
Was given eyes I know
I can hear
'Cause underneath there's gold
I need to get around to find it
And when I want to go
I can dream
I've been trying
All my time
I'm just seeing it rise
'Cause it could be the land that's over me
So I just wanna let it breathe
The winning days are gone
Because I know just where I'm seeing
Was given eyes I know
I can hear
'Cause underneath there's gold
I need to get around to find it
And when I want to go
I can dream
I've been trying
All my time
I'm just seeing it rise
'Cause it could be the land that's over me
So I just wanna let it breathe for now
Get up and go outside
It can help your mind too
Get up don't hide away
'Cause I know where they go
I've seen you down when I was flying
I'm sinking like a stone
I can't breathe, I've been trying
Andrea Reinaldhy
Winning Days
The Vines
The winning days are gone
Because I know just where I'm seeing
Was giving as I know
I can't hear
'Cause underneath there's gold
I'll need to get around to find it
When I want to go
I can dreamÂ
I've been trying
All the time
I'm just seeing it right
'Cause it could be the lights that's over me
So I just want to let it be
The winning days are gone
Because I know just where I'm seeing
Was giving as I know
I can't hear
'Cause underneath there's goldÂ
I'll need to get around to find it
When I want to go
I can dream
I've been trying
All my time
I'm just seeing it right
'Cause it could be the light that's over me
So I just want to let it be
Get up and go outside
It can help your mind too
Get up don't hide away
'Cause I know where there's gold
I didn't know when I was flyingÂ
I'm sinking like a stone
I can dreamÂ
I've been trying
takemeback
The Vines changed my life in so many ways.... This song is timeless. Still touches my heart deeply after 15+ years' listening.
Gary Rouyea
That's about right, here as well...
ancapdrummer92
I love them, seeing the video for "Ride" was such a breathe of fresh air.
I compare them to blind melon, not in sound but in the time they came out. The 2000s sucked music wise, the NYC scene was cool with interpol and the strokes, the yeah yeah yeahs. But the vines came and they had that 90s feel to them. Unlike the other "post grunge" they didnt TRY to be like others. But due to them being good Emo came around. And we all know what happend.......
Blind melon came out during pearl jam,AIC, nirvana etc. But blind melon took rural rock and hard rock and was incredible. But was over looked due to them being like Pearl Jam
Why, because they had 5 people
Syahaz
Timeless indeed!
Jose Yumpo
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cheeseburger walrus
I swear this is the most underrated band ever. They got a bad wrap as being a "Nirvana clone", which may hold some merit if all you looked at was their radio played singles such as "Get Free", "Outtathaway", and "Ride". But when you listen to their other stuff, and their full albums as a whole, you realize that they were goddamn amazing in so many more ways. Sure they could do the edgy "grunge" stuff well, but look deeper and you'll find something amazing.
darkhorse23
The Vines like mix of so many I think the only reason they got dubbed âNirvana clonesâ is because Craig one of the few singers out there who can really whale in any way close to Kurt. If often hear characteristics of The Beatles in the of The Vines, especially in guitars and vocals on ballads and the more introspective songs. They are artists in their right.
Kane Williams
Underneath there's gold.
Gary Rouyea
@cheeseburger walrus what a great comment...
Yoshimasu K
The whole album is great, but this song and Animal Machine are the definite standouts!