The band's debut album was entitled Belongs to the Dead; and was released on Summersteps Records in 2006. The website AbsolutePunk gave their debut record a generally positive review, noting that "Tigers Jaw is fueled by emotionally-driven lyrics brought to life by vocalist Adam McIlwee, whose voice is one of those that reveal passion while at the same time giving the impression that he's barely trying." A self-titled album followed in 2008; which was released through Prison Jazz Records. Between their second and third albums, the band released an EP, Spirit Desire, via Tiny Engines; as well as a split seven-inch with Balance and Composure. Their third album, Two Worlds, was released on Run For Cover Records in 2010.
From 2010 to 2013, the band partook in several split releases and EPs. This included two acoustic releases for the Run For Cover Acoustic Series (both 2010), a split with The Sidekicks (2011), a seven-inch with two new songs, "Gypsy" and "Jimmy Piersall" (2011); a split with Tiny Empires (2011) and a four-way split release with Code Orange Kids, The World is a Beautiful Place and I am No Longer Afraid to Die and Self Defense Family. A seven-inch with two new songs, "Hum" and "Cool," was released in 2013.
On March 21, 2013, Collins made an announcement on the band's Tumblr: "After our show in Scranton two weeks ago, Adam, Pat, and Dennis let Ben and I know that for personal reasons they are unable to do Tigers Jaw anymore." Members of Basement filled in for former members of Tigers Jaw during their 2013 UK tour. The band released their fourth studio album, Charmer, in May 2014, though they are not broken up, it is the final album to feature McIlwee, Mishko and Brier.
Since McIlwee's departure from the band he has lead onto solo-recording act Wicca Phase Springs Eternal joining Gothboiclique in 2012, he has also released music with his group Misery Club started in 2018.
Spirit Desire
Tigers Jaw Lyrics
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I feel reborn when you touch my arm
Whole new view, feel better when i talk to you
I get scared with what i wear
And even when you yell i still love your belly
It's true
Riding it through the night
Straight through
It still feels new when i talk to you
I feel reborn when the sun gets warm
It's hard but i feel better when i'm not inside
I get scared you'll leave me soon
Even though we call each other every afternoon
It's true
It took a little time but i know you
I'm not bored at all
You can call me when you want to call
I used to want to show you every single line
Now it's hard for me to show you anything i write
I know that i get nervous when we're not alone
But i wait for you for hours when we're coming home
When we started talking i got so excited
And i swear i tried to go out every single night
I know that you will always be the one who's my
Spirit desire
Spend my time
Tell me that you're always going to be my life
I'm not bored at all
You can call me when you want to call
The song "Spirit Desire" by Tigers Jaw is about the feelings of renewal and rebirth that come with being in love. The singer in the song is waiting for the sun to come up, representing a new day, and the hope that comes with it. The love interest, who is referenced throughout the song, is able to make the singer feel new and reborn with just a touch.
The singer goes on to say that they feel better when they talk to their love interest, and that even when they argue or yell, they still love them. Despite being scared of being left alone, the singer notes that they call each other every day and have gotten to know each other well. The love interest is the one who brings out the singer's "spirit desire," which is likely a reference to their passion and love for life.
The second verse of the song continues to explore the singer's feelings about their relationship. They note that they don't get bored with their love interest and that they're always available to talk. However, the singer also admits that they're nervous when they're not alone with their love interest. Despite this, they wait for hours when they're coming home and get excited to see them. The song ends with the singer expressing their love and dependence on their partner, saying that they will always be their "spirit desire" and the one they want to spend their life with.
Line by Line Meaning
Waiting for the sun but i know that it'll come
Anticipating good things to happen despite it taking some time.
I feel reborn when you touch my arm
You make me feel like a new person with just a simple gesture.
Whole new view, feel better when i talk to you
Talking to you opens up a new perspective that makes me feel better.
I get scared with what i wear
I get anxious about my appearance and how it may be perceived by others.
And even when you yell i still love your belly
I still appreciate and love you despite disagreements or flaws.
It's true
I sincerely mean what I say.
Riding it through the night
Continuing on despite the challenges or obstacles faced.
It still feels new when i talk to you
Our conversations still feel fresh and exciting even after knowing each other for a while.
I feel reborn when the sun gets warm
The warmth of the sun brings feelings of renewal and positivity.
It's hard but i feel better when i'm not inside
Even though being social can be difficult, it ultimately improves my mood and well-being.
I get scared you'll leave me soon
I worry that our relationship may come to an end sooner than expected.
Even though we call each other every afternoon
Despite talking frequently, I still have anxiety about our relationship.
It took a little time but i know you
Although it took some time, I feel like I truly know you now.
I'm not bored at all
I am never uninterested or disengaged with you.
You can call me when you want to call
I am always here and available for you to talk to.
I used to want to show you every single line
I used to try to share every detail of my life with you.
Now it's hard for me to show you anything i write
Now it is difficult for me to share my creative work with you.
I know that i get nervous when we're not alone
I feel anxious or uncomfortable being in social situations with you around others.
But i wait for you for hours when we're coming home
I eagerly anticipate your return and will wait for you patiently.
When we started talking i got so excited
I was thrilled when we first began talking and getting to know each other.
And i swear i tried to go out every single night
I made an effort to be social and go out more often when we first met.
I know that you will always be the one who's my
I am confident that you will always be an important and constant presence in my life.
Spirit desire
A longing or desire for an intangible or spiritual connection.
Spend my time
Devoting my time and attention to something or someone important.
Tell me that you're always going to be my life
Expressing the significance and permanence of the relationship.
Contributed by Kaylee I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tapsilog4030
Waiting for the sun but I know that it'll come
I feel reborn when you touch my arm
Whole new view, feel better when I talk to you
I get scared with what I wear
And even when you yell I still love your belly
It's true
Riding it through the night
Straight through
It still feels new when I talk to you
I feel reborn when the sun gets warm
It's hard but I feel better when I'm not inside
I get scared you'll leave me soon
Even though we call each other every afternoon
It's true
It took a little time but I know you
I'm not bored at all
You can call me when you want to call
I used to want to show you every single line
Now it's hard for me to show you anything I write
I know that I get nervous when we're not alone
But I wait for you for hours when we're coming home
When we started talking I got so excited
And I swear I tried to go out every single night
I know that you will always be the one who's my
Spirit desire
Spend my time
Tell me that you're always going to be my life
I'm not bored at all
You can call me when you want to call
@ags7120
I’ve known about Tigers Jaw’s existence for like 5-6 years now and I just listened to this song for the first time and I don’t know how to describe how it makes me feel, a very deep state of euphoria, like being 17 again in high school.
@MissMisfit97
Definitely that nostalgic feel to it
@roekel12
yep, came here to say this.
@imi.jum1
There is something so sad about this song. When I wasn’t well I would listen to it everyday about five times. Thankfully I’m revisiting it on good terms. Never grows old ❤️
@DarthYazzie
this song never gets old to me.
@Synchromysticism
does it feel old now?
@hayestucker1040
@@Synchromysticismno
@tapsilog4030
Waiting for the sun but I know that it'll come
I feel reborn when you touch my arm
Whole new view, feel better when I talk to you
I get scared with what I wear
And even when you yell I still love your belly
It's true
Riding it through the night
Straight through
It still feels new when I talk to you
I feel reborn when the sun gets warm
It's hard but I feel better when I'm not inside
I get scared you'll leave me soon
Even though we call each other every afternoon
It's true
It took a little time but I know you
I'm not bored at all
You can call me when you want to call
I used to want to show you every single line
Now it's hard for me to show you anything I write
I know that I get nervous when we're not alone
But I wait for you for hours when we're coming home
When we started talking I got so excited
And I swear I tried to go out every single night
I know that you will always be the one who's my
Spirit desire
Spend my time
Tell me that you're always going to be my life
I'm not bored at all
You can call me when you want to call
@rminitials
Tapsi Log you the mvp
@camille11camille
Everyone always talks about the vocals, yes without them the band wouldn't be what they are but their song writing is so on point too, the riffs, the bass the structure without that they wouldn't set the setting for the vocals to shine. Tigers Jaw really do shine through from the others, i considered this genre music i only listened to in high school but when i heard these guys i couldn't deny the good feelings we get from their songs! They really are a complete package, so many hits!