In 2006, 12 year-old school friends Ágústsson (guitar and vocals) and Reynisson (drums) formed the band. Serious work only began in 2009 and within two years the band self-published their eponymous first album.
In early 2012, the band signed a deal with Icelandic record label Sena ahead of work for their second album. Alexander Örn Númason joined shortly after on bass. A second album Voyage was released in 2012 initially by Sena. The band signed to Nuclear Blast shortly after the release of Voyage. This led to a Expand Your Mind music video produced and released by the German record label. The short film shows the psychedelic 'trips' the three members experience. As of July 2015, the video reached 400,000 hits on YouTube becoming the most viewed online song by the band. Nuclear Blast re-released Voyage to a much wider audience.[2]
2014 saw the band playing at festivals such as Roadburn Festival, Wacken Open Air and Hard Rock Hell.
In April 2015, the band announced on Facebook that drummer Guðjón Reynisson had left the band for personal reasons however still remained good friends with the remaining band members. In the same post, Stefán Ari was introduced to fans as the new drummer of the band. On the 15th May 2015, Arrival was released with Nuclear Blast as the band's third studio album. This was the first record since the recent line-up change.
On the Run
The Vintage Caravan Lyrics
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Flash before my eyes
Triggered by snowy trees
And the land of ice
Time is moving slow
And it's time for me to go
Leaving you in the midnight sun
I'm living on the run
I'm living on the run
Though I travel far and wide
My mind stays with you
Gliding between to sides
Slowly falling through
The months they turn to years
And it's grinding on my gears
The turning of the wheels because
'Cause I'm living
I'm living on the run
I'm living on the run
Yes I am
I'm living on the
I'm living on the run
The Vintage Caravan's song "On the Run" speaks of a person who is constantly on the move, traveling far and wide, leaving behind memories triggered by snowy trees and the land of ice. The singer says that time is moving slow and it's time for him or her to go, leaving behind a loved one under the midnight sun. The person acknowledges that life on the run is challenging, as the months turn to years and the constant movement is grinding the gears. Despite all this, the singer's mind stays with the one left behind, gliding between two sides and slowly falling through.
The song speaks to the universal desire to travel and experience new things, while at the same time acknowledging that such experiences often come at a cost. The constant movement takes a toll on the singer, causing wear and tear, but at the same time, the new memories and experiences keep the person going.
The lyrics are complemented by the incredible rock music performed by The Vintage Caravan, creating an anthemic journey that speaks to everyone who has ever felt the call of adventure but has also felt the weight of leaving something behind.
Line by Line Meaning
I've dreamed of memories
Recalling past moments from my dreams.
Flash before my eyes
Suddenly appearing in my thoughts.
Triggered by snowy trees
Caused by the sight of wintry landscapes.
And the land of ice
A place where everything is frozen.
Time is moving slow
The clock seems to be ticking leisurely.
And it's time for me to go
Now is the moment to depart.
Leaving you in the midnight sun
Exitting while under the never-ending daylight.
'Cause I'm living
Because I am currently surviving.
I'm living on the run
I am always on the move, never settling down.
Though I travel far and wide
In spite of my extensive journeys.
My mind stays with you
My thoughts remain focused on you.
Gliding between to sides
Moving effortlessly from one situation to another.
Slowly falling through
Gradually descending into unknown territory.
The months they turn to years
Time passes by, making weeks and months feel extended.
And it's grinding on my gears
It's taking a toll on my mentality.
The turning of the wheels because
The sound of wheels rotating reminds me that things are always changing.
'Cause I'm living
Because I am currently surviving.
I'm living on the run
I am always on the move, never settling down.
Yes I am
Absolutely, without a doubt.
I'm living on the
I am constantly surviving, adapting, and changing.
I'm living on the run
I am always on the move, never settling down.
Writer(s): Alexander örn Númason
Contributed by Stella C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Migo Albornox
I've dreamed of memories
Flash before my eyes
Triggered by snowy trees
And the land of ice
Time is moving slow
And it's time for me to go
Leaving you in the midnight sun
'Cause I'm living
I'm living on the run
I'm living on the run
Though I travel far and wide
My mind stays with you
Gliding between to sides
Slowly falling through
The months they turn to years
And it's grinding on my gears
The turning of the wheels because
'Cause I'm living
I'm living on the run
I'm living on the run
Yes I am
I'm living on the
I'm living on the run
Tiago Ferrari
That guitar tone is so freaking delicious!
Migo Albornox
I've dreamed of memories
Flash before my eyes
Triggered by snowy trees
And the land of ice
Time is moving slow
And it's time for me to go
Leaving you in the midnight sun
'Cause I'm living
I'm living on the run
I'm living on the run
Though I travel far and wide
My mind stays with you
Gliding between to sides
Slowly falling through
The months they turn to years
And it's grinding on my gears
The turning of the wheels because
'Cause I'm living
I'm living on the run
I'm living on the run
Yes I am
I'm living on the
I'm living on the run
Alex Andru
This is actually pretty damn good, first time listening to them, awesome stuff, rock on!!!
MARCIO ARBEX
Os vikings adolescentes cresceram e continuam excelentes!
Worldin Pains 2.0
Found them 3 weeks ago, been looking all my life for this band... since -80 ish My joy is eternal...
Malikar001
Remind me a little of The Sword too
William Lafon
Like the good wine !
Kadavar, Vintage Caravan , Kasabian , childs of Led Zeppelin, Sabbath, Deep purple 🤘🤘
ikku4321
They seem to be surprised themeselves that they rock so hard.
João Coelho
You deserve so much more than 77k views. So sad to see you guys go unappreciated
chris vanuytsel
Great music, so talented ! Super friendly people as well 💕