After five years of performing anthematic rock on the Portland music scene and across New England, the band looked inward and pulled out the truest parts of their individual abilities. Though the raw energy and immediacy of the rock music on their first record remained vital, even towards the end of recording 2009’s “We Could All Make History”, the band began to focus on the rootsier side. That year the band was given the title of “A Band To Watch” by The Portland Press Herald and nominated by The Portland Phoenix for “Best New Artist”.
Beginning in early 2010, the band spent over a year in the studio and on location at places such as The Cumberland County Courthouse in Portland to record their follow up album. Giving the recording process time and space, allowed the band to produce their own unique take on the modern roots genre. This Way released their second record "Goodbye Forever" in May of this year to regional acclaim.
"Enter young pop-folk dynamos This Way, whose latest CD, "Goodbye Forever," colors soaring radio pop with rolling-hills accordion, harmonica and mandolin", says The Portland Press Herald. The Portland Phoenix writes, "there's more real emotion and songwriting here than on anything Basiner and crew have done to date." The band was also named Best Roots Act of 2011 by The Portland Phoenix.
In 2011 the band performed at the New England Americana Festival, Camp Creek Festival, KahBang Music, Art and Film Festival, The Maine State Pier w/ G Love & Special Sauce, and performed at venues and houses from Northern Maine to Nashville.
This Way has had the pleasure to play festivals and share the stage with:
G Love & Special Sauce, My Morning Jacket, Grace Potter & The Nocturnals, Ryan Montebleu, Max Creek, Zach Deputy, Surfer Blood, The Brew, Filligar, Stephaniesid, Lady Lamb the Beekeeper, Enter the Haggis, Roz Raskin & The Rice Cakes, Audrey Ryan, Larry and his Flask, David Dondero, Tab the Band, Mallett Brothers Band, Adam Ezra Group, Jacob Augustine, Kingsley Flood, Billy Libby, Rusty Belle and many others.
Check out www.thiswayband.com for more info, music, videos and tour dates.
Crawl
This Way Lyrics
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God bless me.
Staring at the alter,
Down on my knees.
And I can't wait to crawl out of my shell.
Father can you help me,
With the choice I've made.
For living life this way.
And I can't wait to crawl,
I can't wait at all.
I can't wait to crawl.
I can't wait anymore.
Cause if I wait too long,
How am I gonna reach my destination?
I can't pretend that I'm okay,
When I'm stuck here, it's all so clear to me.
Good-bye Mother Nature,
Say a prayer for me.
I've never seen an angel,
But I'm dying to believe.
And I can't wait to crawl,
I can't wait at all.
I can't wait to crawl,
I can't wait anymore,
I can't wait anymore,
I can't wait anymore.
The lyrics of the song “Crawl” by This Way are an introspective exploration of the self and the search for meaning, purpose, and identity in life. The opening lines of the song, “God bless Mother Nature, God bless me. Staring at the altar, down on my knees”, suggest a spiritual and existential yearning for guidance, wisdom, and forgiveness. The singer is in search of a higher power, either divine or natural, to guide and support him in his journey.
The chorus of the song, “And I can’t wait to crawl, I can’t wait at all”, speaks to the desire for transformation, growth, and progress. The image of crawling out of one’s shell suggests a willingness to break out of one’s comfort zone, to shed old habits and beliefs, and to embrace new experiences and perspectives. The next lines reflect the struggle and uncertainty of this process, “Father can you help me, With the choice I’ve made. ‘Cause you ain’t gonna break me, For living life this way”. The singer seeks the approval and validation of his father, but he also affirms his independence and his determination to live life on his own terms.
The second verse builds on this theme of self-discovery and empowerment. The lines “Cause if I wait too long, How am I gonna reach my destination? I can’t pretend that I’m okay, When I’m stuck here, it’s all so clear to me” suggest a sense of urgency and a fear of stagnation. The singer realizes that he cannot afford to wait for someone else to change his life, nor can he pretend that everything is fine when he feels trapped and unfulfilled. He must take action, even if it means taking risks or facing obstacles.
The final lines of the song, “Good-bye Mother Nature, Say a prayer for me. I’ve never seen an angel, But I’m dying to believe” acknowledge the mystery and uncertainty of life, the search for something greater than oneself. The singer says goodbye to Mother Nature, perhaps as a symbol of the past or the familiar, and expresses his longing for an angel, a symbol of hope, grace, and salvation.
Overall, the song “Crawl” by This Way is a powerful and honest expression of the human condition, the struggle for authenticity, and the quest for meaning and purpose in life.
Line by Line Meaning
God bless Mother Nature,
Acknowledging the power of nature and the divine.
God bless me.
Asking for divine intervention and protection.
Staring at the alter,
Focusing on a source of hope and guidance.
Down on my knees.
A sign of submission and humility.
And I can't wait to crawl out of my shell.
Eager to break out of a state of stagnation and develop as an individual.
Father can you help me,
Reaching out for support from a paternal figure.
With the choice I've made.
Struggling with the consequences of one's actions.
'Cause you ain't gonna break me,
Determined to stand firm in the face of adversity.
For living life this way.
Choosing to live authentically, even if it goes against societal norms.
And I can't wait to crawl,
Looking forward to personal growth and progress.
I can't wait at all.
An urgent desire for change and transformation.
Cause if I wait too long,
Fear of missing out on opportunities for personal development.
How am I gonna reach my destination?
Questioning how to achieve personal goals and aspirations.
I can't pretend that I'm okay,
Unable to hide from the truth of one's situation.
When I'm stuck here, it's all so clear to me.
Recognizing the need for change and growth while feeling trapped.
Good-bye Mother Nature,
Leaving behind past beliefs and ways of living.
Say a prayer for me.
Asking for spiritual support and guidance.
I've never seen an angel,
A longing for spiritual enlightenment and guidance.
But I'm dying to believe.
A strong desire for faith and hope.
I can't wait to crawl,
A repeated desire for personal growth and transformation.
I can't wait anymore,
An urgent need for change and personal development.
I can't wait anymore,
A repeated sense of urgency and desire for progress.
I can't wait anymore.
A final statement of urgency and need for personal growth.
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@brucehoggard8467
“For 11 years, you brought us into your homes. We made you smile and tugged at your heart. And now, we say goodbye. From all of us at the WB, thank you.”
@thelordofsalem3044
I miss The WB 😥, yet I still hate them for cancelling Angel
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R.i.p. 5 tv shows that got canceled
R.i.p. 5 tv channels that got canceled
R.i.p. 5 characters that died
@fmgbkk
Great song written and sang by a good friend. Will never forget this amazing time.
@stephaniepinzon183
Do you know the meaning of the lyrics?
@EddieMillerStudios
"From all of us at The WB, thank you"
Michigan J. Frog takes his final bow, fade to black
@FeatherWings78
That's in Version 2. I remember this. Still it was amazing.
@FeatherWings78
Even so I miss this and I miss the WB.
@TheWB-771
@FeatherWings78 we are on tiktok 🤣
@jaycemacinnis2228
The WB signed off with this song