He also plays drums in several bands: Red Eye and The Grand Scam (also from Flint, MI). He loves to write music and has been doing so since he graduated from Kearsley High School in 1999.
In his spare time he loves to watch and collect movies and listen to music of all kinds. Above all things, Todd's main love and passion is being up on stage entertaining people with music. If there's a
stage, he'll be on it. If there isn't ... he'll make one. "Music is and always will be a part of my life", Todd said. "There is absolutely no place I would rather be".
ANALOG
Todd Gilbert Lyrics
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And everything plays back in analog
Mouthful after mouthful
Hand over hand
and everything matters
Any fool can tell you that
When that man sings, man, he sings it out loud
And everything plays back in analog
And everything is easy
And it's as I've been told
The good world wants bodies,
And the good world spins around
Walls go up even,
And everything's new
The good world's slapstick
And we all are too
I ain't so sure that we ain't what we do
And everything plays back in analog
And everything plays back in analog
We've brains in our heads
And we've hearts in our chests
And grain in our mouths
And now what else is left
And everything plays back in analog
And everything plays back in analog
And all that gets left is the songs that get made
And they all play back in analog
Watch em all play back in analog
In the song "Analog" by Todd Gilbert, the lyrics convey a sense of familiarity and comfort that comes with returning home. The singer describes how everyone welcomes them home, suggesting a warm and loving environment. The line "and everything plays back in analog" implies a nostalgic and simpler time, where things were not digital or complicated. It could also symbolize a desire to disconnect from the fast-paced and technologically advanced world and return to a more authentic and genuine way of living.
The repetition of "mouthful after mouthful" and "hand over hand" emphasizes the act of consuming and experiencing life fully. It suggests that the singer is immersing themselves in every moment, taking in everything that life has to offer. The line "and everything matters, any fool can tell you that" suggests that every little detail has significance and importance, even if it may not be obvious to everyone.
The mention of a singer who sings loudly suggests someone who expresses themselves passionately and without reservation. This line emphasizes the idea of living with complete authenticity and not holding back in one's self-expression. The phrase "everything plays back in analog" is repeated once again, possibly emphasizing the desire to live with a genuine and unfiltered approach, rather than a digitally edited or manipulated one.
As the song progresses, the lyrics shift to reflect a belief that our actions define us. The line "I ain't so sure that we ain't what we do" suggests that our identities are shaped by our actions and the choices we make. The repetition of "and everything plays back in analog" reinforces the idea of living authentically and being true to oneself.
The final verse of the song suggests that despite all the complexities and challenges of life, the songs we create and the art we leave behind are what truly remain. The phrase "and all that gets left is the songs that get made" implies that music and creativity endure beyond our individual existence. The line "Watch 'em all play back in analog" could signify the everlasting impact of our artistic creations, which can evoke nostalgia, emotion, and connection even in a digital world.
Overall, "Analog" by Todd Gilbert brings forth themes of authenticity, living in the present moment, and the enduring power of art and creativity in a technologically-driven world.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyone always welcomes me home
I am always greeted warmly by everyone when I return home
And everything plays back in analog
All experiences and memories are replayed in a simple and nostalgic manner
Mouthful after mouthful
With every bite or taste, I experience pure satisfaction
Hand over hand
Step by step, I put effort into what I do
and everything matters
Every little thing holds significance and importance
Any fool can tell you that
Even the most ignorant person can understand and acknowledge this fact
When that man sings, man, he sings it out loud
When that person sings, they express themselves boldly and fearlessly
And everything is easy
Life seems effortlessly simple and uncomplicated
And it's as I've been told
Everything aligns with what I've been previously informed or advised
The good world wants bodies
Society desires physical presence and active participation for a fulfilling life
And the good world spins around
The positive aspects of the world constantly revolve and bring joy
Walls go up even
Even barriers and obstacles are created
And everything's new
Everything feels fresh and unfamiliar
The good world's slapstick
Life's humor is silly and nonsensical
And we all are too
We, as individuals, embody that same sense of absurdity
I ain't so sure that we ain't what we do
I am uncertain if our actions define who we truly are
We've brains in our heads
We possess intelligence and the capacity for thinking
And we've hearts in our chests
Emotions and compassion reside within us
And grain in our mouths
We experience the taste of reality and truth
And now what else is left
After considering all these aspects, what more is there to consider
And all that gets left is the songs that get made
After everything is said and done, the only legacy remaining is the music created
And they all play back in analog
The songs evoke a sense of nostalgia and simplicity when listened to
Watch em all play back in analog
Observe how all these songs are replayed in a vintage and timeless manner
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Stephen Wisniewski, Ryan Buell, Mark Maynard, James Plouffe, Todd Gilbert
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