The album "From the Wreckage" glows with a rootsy golden tone that encompasses everything from indie-folk, to alt-country, to blues-rock to Southern psychedelia. The raucous first single “With Your Two Hands” sounds like it could have been written during an impromptu back-porch jam session.
Grand Canyon
The Wind and the Wave Lyrics
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When it gets you wet, gonna save your soul
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
You swear nothin' gonna happen, you're invincible
Pedal to the metal down a dark dirt road
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
My heart burns, yeah, I'm tired of the same old stuff
Running like a river from God knows what
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
Don't die, you're just a baby, yeah you're way too young
You haven't lived till you've been to the Grand Canyon
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh ooh ooh
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh ooh ooh
You always knew just how to piss me off,
Some people just don't have a rock hard on,
I guess that's you
Don't die, you're just a baby, yeah you're way too young
You haven't lived till you've been to the Grand Canyon
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Oh, oh, I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Oh, oh, I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
The Wind and the Wave's "Grand Canyon" is a song about the desire for adventure and the thrill of taking risks, even when one knows deep down that it might end up badly for them. The opening line of the song sets the tone for this theme, as the singer sheds their inhibitions and jumps into a watering hole in their underwear. The chorus's refrain of "It's the damndest thing" may refer to the feeling of freedom and reckless abandon that comes with taking such risks.
The second verse of the song focuses on the emotions evoked by the desire for such adventure, with the singer's heart "burning" for something new and exciting. The line "running like a river from God knows what" may allude to the fear and uncertainty that accompany taking risks. However, the singer ignores these warning signs and, in the bridge of the song, is encouraged to visit the Grand Canyon, which is seen as the ultimate symbol of adventure and freedom.
The final verse shifts the focus back to the singer's relationships, with the lyrics "You always knew just how to piss me off" suggesting that this desire for adventure has caused friction between them and a friend or partner. The refrain of "troublemaker where you off to now" seems to be both an admonishment and an acknowledgment of the singer's restless spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
Down to your skivvies at the waterin' hole
When it gets you wet, gonna save your soul
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
Taking a dip in the water can cleanse your spirit, even if it doesn't seem like much. It's a strange phenomenon, but one that can be life-changing.
You swear nothin' gonna happen, you're invincible
Pedal to the metal down a dark dirt road
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
You might think you're invincible, but taking risks can have unexpected consequences. It's a peculiar occurrence, but one that can't always be predicted.
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Continuing to make poor choices won't benefit anyone in the long run. It's clear that something needs to change.
My heart burns, yeah, I'm tired of the same old stuff
Running like a river from God knows what
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
Feeling trapped in a monotonous routine can be draining, and the reason for this feeling is not always clear. It's a peculiar occurrence, but one that can take a toll.
Don't die, you're just a baby, yeah you're way too young
You haven't lived till you've been to the Grand Canyon
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
Life is precious, and there's so much to experience. Visiting a natural wonder like the Grand Canyon can be a life-changing experience, and it's strange that some people miss out on this beauty.
You always knew just how to piss me off,
Some people just don't have a rock hard on,
I guess that's you
Some people just seem to have a knack for getting on your nerves, and it can be frustrating. They seem unflappable, as if they have a hard outer shell that protects them from criticism.
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh ooh ooh
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh ooh ooh
These lyrics are simply a vocalization that adds emotion and emphasis to the song.
Oh, oh, I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Oh, oh, I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
The chorus is repeated again at the end, emphasizing that the current situation is not benefiting anyone and something needs to change.
Writer(s): Dwight A Baker, Patricia Lynn Drew
Contributed by Connor F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@queensz350
Down to your skivvies at the waterin' hole
When it gets you wet, gonna save your soul
It's the damnedest thing
Oh, it's the damnedest thing
You swear nothin' gonna happen, you're invincible
Pedal to the metal down a dark dirt road
It's the damnedest thing
Oh, it's the damnedest thing
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
My heart burns, yeah, I'm tired of the same old stuff
Running like a river from God knows what
It's the damnedest thing
Oh, it's the damnedest thing
Don't die, you're just a baby, yeah you're way too young
You haven't lived till you've been to the Grand Canyon
It's the damnedest thing
Oh, it's the damnedest thing
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
oh oh oh oh
oh oh oh oh oh ooh ooh
oh oh oh oh
oh oh oh oh oh ooh ooh
You always knew just how to piss me off,
Some people just don't have a rock bottom,
I guess that's you
Don't die, you're just a baby, yeah you're way too young
You haven't lived till you've been to the Grand Canyon
It's the damnedest thing
Oh, it's the damnedest thing
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Troublemaker where you off to now
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Oh, oh, I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
Oh, oh, I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
@everythingglee_5934
Down to your skivvies at the watering hole;
gonna get you wet, gonna save your soul."
"It's the damnedest thing, oh it's the damnedest thing."
"You say nothing's gonna happen you're invincible;
peddle to the metal, down a dark dirt road."
"It's the damnedest thing, oh it's the damnedest thing"
"Troublemaker, where you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone." Troublemaker, where you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone
"My heart burns yeah I'm tired of the same old stuff;
running like a river from God know's what."
"It's the damnedest thing, oh it's the damnedest thing"
"Don't die, you're just a baby, yeah your way to young;
You haven't lived till you've seen the Grand Canyon"
"It's the damnedest thing, oh it's the damnedest thing"
"Troublemaker, where you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone." Troublemaker, where you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone."
"ooh ooh ooh ooh;
ooh ooh ooh ooh;
ooh ooh ooh ooh;
ooh ooh ooh ooh"
"You always knew just how to piss me off;
Some people just don't have a rock bottom;
Well, I guess that's you."
"Don't die, you're just a baby, yeah your way to young;
You haven't lived till you've seen the Grand Canyon"
"It's the damnedest thing, oh it's the damnedest thing"
"Troublemaker, where you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone."
"Troublemaker, where you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone."
"(backing vocals) This ain't working out"
"oh, oh, I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone." "(backing vocals) This ain't working out"
"No, oh, I can tell you this ain't working out for anyone."
@MCSMeister
Down to your skivvies, hit the watering hole
Gonna get you wet, gonna save your soul
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
You swear nothing's gonna happen, you're invincible
Pedal to the metal down a dark dirt road
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
Troublemaker, where're you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't workin' out for anyone
Troublemaker, where're you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't workin' out for anyone
My heart burns, yeah, I'm tired of the same old stuff
Running like a river from God knows what
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
Don't die, you're just a baby, yeah, you're way too young
You haven't lived 'til you've been to the Grand Canyon
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
Troublemaker, where're you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't workin' out for anyone
Troublemaker, where're you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't workin' out for anyone
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Ooh
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Ooh
You always knew just how to piss me off
Some people just don't have a rock bottom
Well, I guess that's you
Don't die, you're just a baby, yeah, you're way too young
You haven't lived 'til you've been to the Grand Canyon
It's the damndest thing
Oh, it's the damndest thing
Troublemaker, where're you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't workin' out for anyone
Troublemaker, where're you off to now?
I can tell you this ain't workin' out for anyone
(This ain't workin' out for anyone)
Oh, I can tell you this ain't workin' out for anyone
(This ain't workin' out for anyone)
No, I can tell you this ain't workin' out for anyone
@roberttreppleton8979
I hope this band go a long way ! Very refreshing for a 72 year old !
@petrk.7992
This is one of the most underrated songs I ever heard.
@andrewbair7810
It's 2021 and I'm still here, 5 years later, still hopelessly devoted to this song. It's the damndest thing.
@jasperoliger
" my heart burns yeah I'm tired of the same old stuff, running like a river from God knows what" amazing lyrics right there
@PamGabriel
This song has been helping me a lot lately. Thanks, guys. xoxo
@uglylovemachine
Don't die.
You're just a baby, you're way too young.
You haven't lived til you've been to the Grand Canyon.
@ryannealmes
Favourite song at the moment ... fun fun fun ... makes me want to jump up and down!
@jkroning135
from the first hook line, this song caught me and has not let go. why it's not a top 10 pop hit...that's the reason I do not listen to pop music any more. beautiful and vast. keep it up!
@shaneomack5018
My. New favorite song....literally played 20 times on Spotify today...
@bigbadvicHo
How does this not have millions of views?