The band's first album, "Ideas," (2006) received airplay on more than 170 radio stations nationwide, and led to support from one of Philadelphia's leading alternative stations, Clear Channel's Radio 104.5-FM, where they performed two live broadcasts and earned a spot on the station's "Locals Live" compilation CD.
Members Kyle Wareham (lead vocals, guitar), Mike Brody (lead guitar), Eric Weisenstein (bass), and Kory Kochersperger (drums), compose the band's original songs together with a deft, nuanced style that blends Wareham's soulful vocals with the band's sophisticated instrumental stylings, enhancing their songcraft rather than competing with it -- the mark of a mature musical approach.
3LF's second album, "Not As Far," was produced by prominent recording engineer/producer Chris DiBeneditto at Philadelphonic Studios, and features guest performances by members of several national acts including G. Love & Special Sauce, Slightly Stoopid (both fellow Philadelphonic recording artists), SOJA, and John Brown's Body. Fans will find plenty of the reggae influences that marked their first album, but the band's continuing evolution as it explores other aspects of the "organic roots rock" genre is evident in the increasing variety of influences to be heard among the album's 13 songs.
Shadows
Three Legged Fox Lyrics
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Everybody tries to find another
Anything good about me, came from my father
So much to do before we get much older
So I, lost some battles just to win the war
Had enough but I still wanted more.
Be the shadows on my wall
Off my chest, can't touch happiness
Just like the shadows on my wall
The truth is we're all lying, truth is we're all dying
For someone to feel like we do
So come, paint me red like the evening sun
Be the shadows on my wall
Can't help but think, I'm getting closer
Nobody knows how much I miss her
Anything good about you, is yours forever
Too much to do before we get much older
So come, paint me red like the evening sun.
Be the shadows on my wall
Off my chest, can't touch happiness
Just like the shadows on my wall
The truth is we're all lying, truth is we're all dying
For someone to feel like we do
All the pieces I've been picking up
And all the times I've given up
On someone who feels like I do
Do you feel like I do?
Does anyone feel like I do?
The song "Shadows" by Three Legged Fox speaks about the struggles of life, overcoming challenges and the search for companionship. The first verse starts with the acknowledgment that there is too much at stake to be afraid and hide, and yet everyone (including the singer) tries to find somewhere to go. The singer then reveals that the good things about him have come from his father, who he credits for shaping him into who he is today. He realizes that there is still a lot left to do before time runs out, setting the tone for the rest of the song.
The chorus of the song speaks to the desire for human connection, and how sometimes we have to let ourselves be vulnerable in order to find it. The line "lost some battles just to win the war" acknowledges the fact that sometimes things do not go as planned, and it is essential to learn from defeat and use it as fuel to keep moving forward. The singer then begs for someone to "paint him red like the evening sun" and be the "shadows on his wall," highlighting the importance of having someone to support and guide us.
In the second verse, the singer reflects on his own past, the memories he holds dear, and someone he has loved and lost. He then shifts the focus to the listener, acknowledging that everyone has good things about themselves that they hold onto, and that we should all strive to make the most of what we have before time slips away.
Overall, the song is an introspective and heartfelt reflection on the human condition. It acknowledges both the hardships and joys of life and the importance of seeking companionship to help navigate it all.
Line by Line Meaning
Too much to lose, to run for cover
I have a lot of important things to lose, so I cannot just avoid my problems and escape.
Everybody tries to find another
People always seek new things or different situations in their lives, hoping to change their current circumstances.
Anything good about me, came from my father
I have inherited all my positive traits from my father.
So much to do before we get much older
Time is passing quickly, and there are still many things I want to accomplish in my life.
So I, lost some battles just to win the war
I have been defeated in certain situations or conflicts, but ultimately emerged victorious because I had a long-term goal in mind.
Had enough but I still wanted more.
Although I have had my fill of something, I still desire more of it.
So come, paint me red like the evening sun.
Please cover me with bright colors, such as the red hues of the setting sun.
Be the shadows on my wall
I want you to be my constant companion in the form of a shadow on my wall, always present but never intrusive.
Off my chest, can't touch happiness
I have expressed my feelings and concerns, but it seems that happiness cannot be attained by simply verbalizing my issues.
Just like the shadows on my wall
In the same way that shadows cannot be touched or physically interacted with, my perceived happiness is elusive and difficult to grasp.
The truth is we're all lying, truth is we're all dying
The reality of our existence is that we tell lies to ourselves and others, and that we are all slowly marching towards our eventual demise.
For someone to feel like we do
We all want to find and connect with someone who can empathize with our emotions and experiences.
Can't help but think, I'm getting closer
I cannot help but feel as though I am getting closer to my goals or to finding happiness.
Nobody knows how much I miss her
I am hiding the depth of my feelings, and nobody truly understands how much I miss this person.
Anything good about you, is yours forever
All the positive traits that make you who you are will always belong to you and cannot be taken away.
All the pieces I've been picking up
I have been collecting fragments of myself, trying to piece together who I am and what I want in life.
And all the times I've given up
I have faced numerous challenges and obstacles, and there have been moments where I felt like giving up or quitting.
On someone who feels like I do
I have invested my time and energy into finding someone who can understand my emotions and experiences.
Do you feel like I do?
I am searching for someone who can relate to my feelings and experiences.
Does anyone feel like I do?
I am questioning whether there is someone out there who can truly understand and empathize with me.
Contributed by Micah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.