2011 proved to be a very successful year for Through the Roots. The band released the EP “Here to Stay” in the Spring that debuted at #2 on the iTunes Reggae Chart. On top of the EP release, Through the Roots hit the road hard playing over 140 shows in 38 of the nations 50 states. They supported nationally recognized artists such as Iration, Tribal Seeds, The Expendables, and The Green on their respective national tours. This all culminated to the band being nominated for and winning Pier Magazine’s award for 2011 Breakout Artist of the Year.
Feeding off of the success seen in 2011, Through the Roots hit the road hard in the first half of 2012 supporting The Expendables on the 2012 Winter Blackout Tour and Tribal Seeds on the 2012 Summer Vibes US/Canada tour Through the Roots has also kept busy developing new material and collaborating with other artists. In May of 2012, the single "Bigger Than You and Me" was released on the Through the Roots official site as a free download. The track was done in collaboration with PrimaVolta and has received positive feedback on the road. With new music in the works and another tour to be announced soon, be sure to keep up to date with the latest news at the official site: www.throughtheroots.com
PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS:
2009 West Beach Music Festival
2009 Winter/Spring SWAT with Andre Nickatina
2009 Green Fest SDSU with Talib Kweli/Idle Warship
2009 Aztec Nights at SDSU with Pepper
2010 California Roots Music Festival
2010 West Beach Music Festival
2010 Winter/Spring SWAT with Tech N9ne, Steve Aoki
2010 Iration Time Bomb National Tour
2010 Iration Lei’d Back National Tour
2010 Best Reggae Award Malibu Music Awards
2010 Rock and Roots Music Festival
2010 Halos and Horns Music Festival
2010 Winter/Spring SWAT with Steve Aoki, Yelawolf
2011 The Green National Tour
2011 California Roots Music Festival
2011 Aztec Nights at SDSU with Slightly Stoopid
2011 Hawaii Tour Supporting SOJA & The Green
2011 Iration Lei’d Back National Tour
2011 Tribal Seeds Spring Harvest National Tour
2011 SOJA Everything Changes Tour
2012 Expendables Winter Black Out Tour
2012 Summer Vibes Tour Tribal Seeds
2012 Open Sky Music Festival Alberta, Canada
Down To Earth
Through the Roots Lyrics
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i can feel peace in the atmosphere
im calm yea
like leaves on the trees when the dawn is near
so perfect
not a flaw can be found
and my mood is pure
but when im lost yea
if im ever cold i can count on you
to heat me up with your presence
and when u send your love to come conqour me
i dont fight i just let it
like a picture that captives me
so take me away on any given day
and when im lost yea
you capture me and bring me right back down
you bring me right back down to earth yea
you bring me right back down
down
you bring me right back down to earth yea
you bring me right back down
down yea down
you bring me right back
and when im lost yea
you capture me and bring me right back down
at the lowest level you can make me feel like im sky high
so throw a smile at me baby
then i feel alright
i cant quite figure out what it is
that makes me feel this way
but i really love your way
the way you capture me and bring me right back down
you bring me right back down to earth yea
you bring me right back down
down
you bring me right back down to earth yea
you bring me right back
listen up
you bring me down like a meteor shower me with comfort
i cant resist the feel
you put me on the level
im calm im settle
you keep my engine roaring when your pushing on the pedal
so come push my pedals yea
just call me we can meet on the double
the first time we met it was trouble yea
you bring me right back down to earth yea
you bring me right back down
down
you bring me right back down to earth yea
you bring me right back down
down yea down
you bring me right back
and when im lost yea
you capture me and bring me right back down to earth
so come bring me down
bring me down
In “Down To Earth,” Through the Roots sings about the calming and grounding effect that a special someone has on the singer. The lyrics describe how being around this person gives the singer a sense of peace and calmness, as if everything is perfect and flawless. The use of nature imagery, such as leaves on trees, dawn, and meteor showers, further emphasizes the sense of purity and awe that the singer feels towards this person. The singer also talks about how this person can bring the singer back down to earth whenever they feel lost or disoriented.
The chorus, “you bring me right back down to earth,” repeats throughout the song, conveying the idea that this person serves as a guiding force, preventing the singer from getting lost in the chaos of the world. The song’s overall message is that having someone who grounds and steadies us is essential for our well-being. The sense of comfort and safety provided by this person allows the singer to feel free and at ease. The lyrics are complemented by a laid-back reggae melody, which enhances the song’s mellow and reflective atmosphere.
Line by Line Meaning
when im around you yea
Being around you makes me feel different.
i can feel peace in the atmosphere
The environment is calm and peaceful when I am with you.
im calm yea
You have a calming effect on me and helps me relax.
like leaves on the trees when the dawn is near
I feel as calm as a tree's leaves do when sunrise is near.
so perfect
You are flawless and perfect in every way.
not a flaw can be found
You are impeccable and flawless.
and my mood is pure
I feel delighted and full of positive vibes when I am with you.
but when im lost yea
In moments of confusion or uncertainty, you help me find my way.
you capture me and bring me right back down
You help me focus and put things back into the right perspective.
if im ever cold i can count on you
I know that you will be there for me when I'm feeling down or lost.
to heat me up with your presence
Just by being around you, I feel warm and comfortable.
and when u send your love to come conqour me
When you express your love and affection towards me, it helps me overcome negative emotions.
i dont fight i just let it
I don't resist or push back, I accept and welcome your love towards me.
like a picture that captives me
Your presence has a mesmerizing effect on me.
so take me away on any given day
I want to be with you at any time, any place.
you bring me right back down to earth yea
You help me come back to reality and focus on what's important.
down
Referring to the previous line.
and when im lost yea
In moments when I am struggling or feeling lost.
at the lowest level you can make me feel like im sky high
Even in my lowest moments, you make me feel happy and fulfilled.
so throw a smile at me baby
Your smile has a magical effect on me.
then i feel alright
Seeing you smile makes everything okay for me.
i cant quite figure out what it is
I can't explain what makes me feel this way when I'm with you.
that makes me feel this way
Referring to the previous line.
but i really love your way
I love everything about you.
listen up
Pay attention to what I am saying.
you bring me down like a meteor shower me with comfort
You help me come down from a high and comfort me.
i cant resist the feel
I can't help but feel happy and fulfilled when I'm with you.
you put me on the level
You help me maintain a balanced and grounded state of mind.
im calm im settle
You have a calming effect on me and helps me feel settled.
you keep my engine roaring when your pushing on the pedal
You inspire me and motivate me to be the best version of myself.
so come push my pedals yea
Encourage me and motivate me to be the best version of myself.
just call me we can meet on the double
Call me and we can meet up quickly and easily.
the first time we met it was trouble yea
When we first met, we had a connection that was difficult to ignore.
you bring me right back down
You help me come back to reality and focus on what's important.
bring me down
Referring to the previous line.
Contributed by Blake N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lucas West
One of Chris Watts favourite songs 😳
Cyrus Palmer
Love this song!
Ryan Leftwich
Love it.
OhmBoy T.X
Love it!!!
MrMagic
Great! Is there any chance this is available as an instrumental only?
Cheryl Hudson
These guys rocked it last night at Dry Diggins.
David Willison
I want the lyrics for this whole album
RubyRoobi
I bet nicole thought she was the girl on the artwork .
Courtney Huffmaster
Omg I thought this!! That picture right??
Nichola Miller
Who isn't here because of Chris Watts?