Curran's debut album "Word Of Mouth" was released Sept 9th, 2007. Half the album was recorded at Studio At The Shore in Malibu; the other half at a friend and producer Ian Nickus's home in the Hollywood Hills. It was there that Curran recorded vocals in a bedroom, drums in the garage, and all other instruments in the living room. Curran had his friends Andy "The One Man Band" Smith, and Ryan "Lion" Gleason record with him on this album. The album also includes very special guests and friends Chris Shiflett from Foo Fighters, Josh Moreau from Hoobastank, and Chauntelle DuPree, from Eisley.
Curran had been working on this album for about 6 months in between his travels as a professional surfer, and touring his 6 song EP, "Citsuca". He had the amazing opportunity to open up for the Foo Fighters on 11 shows on their Acoustic Tour. One of the stops included 3 nights at the Sydney Opera House in Australia. He also played shows with Angels and Airwaves, Switchfoot, Brett Dennen, Eisley, Donavon Frankenreiter, and Matt Costa. and has also got to play The BluesFest in Byron Bay, The Falls Festival in Lorne, and Tasmania, and the Greenroom Festival in Japan. Between all these shows, and surf trips he has managed to finish his debut album "Word Of Mouth".
Curran has been playing music he has always had the idea of giving the album away in the back of his mind, that is why he decided to call it "Word Of Mouth". "I feel if something is good and people like it, it always seems to spread by word of mouth", says Timmy. "The last 3 bands that I really liked I heard about from friends. There is so much great music out there now, whether it be on the radio, MTV, or itunes, but it's always cool being turned onto good music from a friend. I honestly never would of dreamed I would be playing music, especially singing in front of people. I tried for 10 years and was absolutely horrible. It was one day after a surf contest in Japan when I finally wrote a song that I was comfortable showing some of my friends and family. A lot has happened in the last 2 years, and I feel so blessed to be able to be doing two things that I am equally passionate about."
Comatose
Timmy Curran Lyrics
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Play me first as long as we open up our eyes.
Why do we justify these foolish who are burning?
If we don't wake up soon this burden will be long
If we don't wake up soon all we ever knew will be gone.
This comforts so deciving all common sense aside. This world wonders grieving but from the depths we hide.
It's comatose you see.
How much longer can we bleed before we come to our senses again?
If we don't wake up soon this burden will be long.
If we don't wake up soon all we ever knew will be gone
The lyrics of Timmy Curran's song Comatose are centered around the idea of awakening and coming to one's senses before it is too late. It is a commentary on the state of the world and the way in which people often turn a blind eye to important issues that affect our lives and the world we live in. The opening lines of the song suggest that something has gone wrong and that we need to open our eyes and become more aware of our surroundings. The lyrics go on to question why people justify those who are causing destruction and harm, highlighting the need for accountability and change.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the urgency of the situation, warning that if we don't wake up soon, we will lose everything we have ever known. Curran uses the metaphor of being in a coma to describe our current state of apathy and disconnect, highlighting the need to snap out of it before it is too late. The lyrics suggest that we are all responsible for the state of the world and that we need to take action before it is too late.
Line by Line Meaning
Something has gone wrong.
There is a significant problem or issue that has occurred.
Play me first as long as we open up our eyes.
Allow this message to be heard first and make sure we are aware of the situation at hand.
Why do we justify these foolish who are burning?
Why do we make excuses for those who are causing destruction and chaos?
If we don't wake up soon this burden will be long
If we don't become aware and take action soon, this problem will persist for a long time.
If we don't wake up soon all we ever knew will be gone.
If we don't become aware and take action soon, we will lose everything we have known and valued.
This comforts so deciving all common sense aside. This world wonders grieving but from the depths we hide.
The sense of comfort we feel is deceptive and blinding us to the true suffering occurring in the world.
We question of this hatred as we sacrifice.
We are questioning the reason for the hateful and destructive behavior as we are dealing with the consequences.
It's comatose you see.
The situation is in a state of paralysis or inactivity.
How much longer can we bleed before we come to our senses again?
How much more damage can we sustain before we finally realize the severity of the situation?
Contributed by Charlie M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.