Chaz Bear's methods are constantly evolving. While heavily influenced by his parent's vinyl and tape collection, his contemporary influences are Animal Collective, Sonic Youth, J Dilla, and Daft Punk.
Toro y Moi started in 2007 as a bedroom project that quickly grew into live performance. The music is associated with the chillwave movement but the sound is influenced by freak folk, R&B, and French House.
Toro y Moi is signed to Carpark Records. The first full-length album, Causers of This, was released in January 2010.
Toro y Moi's second album Underneath the Pine was released in February 2011.
His EP titled Freaking Out was released in September of 2011.
A compilation of songs titled June 2009 was released in April of 2012.
His album "Anything In Return" was released on January 16, 2013.
His fourth album "What For?" was released on April 6 2015.
His fifth album "Boo Boo" was released on July 7, 2017.
2019 followed and with it, "Outer Peace" on January 18th- an infusion of French House and indietronica, with "Soul Trash" following on 29th October, containing unfinished and unreleased recordings dating back to 2015.
The next year saw Toro's biggest hit to date, Grammy-nominated collaboration with Flume "The Difference", as well as remixes for Caroline Polachek and HAIM.
Toro's sixth album "Mahal" was released on 29 April 2022, and in August 2023 he released a 5-track EP titled "Sandhills".
Freaking Out
Toro y Moi Lyrics
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Take it easy. Suzy's fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind.
Think about how bad you want it.
It's alright by my- us. Don't worry any more.
Nothing is gone. Every thing's center and yo, I'm freaking out.
Calm down. Don't fall in too soon.
I know you wanna go where she goes.
Don't like it. so take it easy
Your soul's just fine trying to make everyone happy in their mind.
Don't worry anymore
Nothing is stolen. Everyone's here and you're freaking out.
Take this as a gift (Take this as a gift)
No, I don't need the hoe (No, I don't need the hoe)
I've got another chick (I've got another chick)
To show you (To show you)
That I am the one
That I am the one
That I am the one
'Cause I am the one
Calm down. Don't fall in too soon.
I know you wanna go where she goes
Don't like it. so take it easy.
You're doing just fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind.
Don't worry anymore. Nothing is stolen Every thing's gone. You're taking off now.
Take this as a gift (Take this as a gift)
No, I don't need the hoe (No, I don't need the hoe)
I've got another chick (I've got another chick)
To show you (To show you)
That I am the one
That I am the one
That I am the one
'Cause I am the one
The song "Freaking Out" by Toro y Moi is a composition that talks about the importance of remaining calm even amidst trying times. The lyrics tell the story of a girl named Suzy who is trying to please everybody while at the same time trying to take care of her own mental health. The song speaks to Suzy and any other person who may feel alone, disoriented, or overwhelmed. It encourages them to take a deep breath and take things slow, even as they pursue their dreams and desires.
The chorus of the song features the repeated line "Take this as a gift, No, I don't need the hoe, I've got another chick, To show you, that I am the one." This line seems to suggest that the singer is trying to prove something to someone, perhaps himself. He is sending a message that he is the one, and he does not need the approval of anyone to live his life the way he wants. The song also has a catchy tune, which makes it easy to sing along to.
The lyrics of "Freaking Out" form a powerful message that speaks to anyone who may be going through a challenging phase in their life. The song encourages these individuals to remain calm, take things slow, and keep on pursuing their dreams. The lyrics are an inspiration to anyone who may feel overwhelmed, scared, or alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Think about how bad you want it.
Consider how much you truly desire this thing.
Take it easy. Suzy's fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind.
Relax and don't worry, Suzy is doing well despite trying to please everyone.
Nothing is gone. Every thing's center and yo, I'm freaking out.
Nothing is missing or lost, but I'm still feeling overwhelmed and anxious.
Calm down. Don't fall in too soon.
Take a step back and don't rush into things too quickly.
I know you wanna go where she goes.
I understand you want to be where she is.
Don't like it. so take it easy
If you don't enjoy it, then relax and take it easy.
Your soul's just fine trying to make everyone happy in their mind.
Your spirit is doing well as you try to please others in your thoughts.
Don't worry anymore Nothing is stolen. Everyone's here and you're freaking out.
Stop worrying, nothing has been taken, and everyone is present, yet you're still feeling overwhelmed and anxious.
Take this as a gift (Take this as a gift)
Consider this as a present.
No, I don't need the hoe (No, I don't need the hoe)
No, I do not require that tool.
I've got another chick (I've got another chick)
I have another woman.
To show you (To show you)
To demonstrate to you.
That I am the one That I am the one That I am the one 'Cause I am the one
I am the one, and I am demonstrating this fact.
Contributed by Aria T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Robert Martinez
Think about how bad you want it
Take it easy, Susie's fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Think about how bad you want it
It's alright by me, don't worry anymore
Nothing is gone, everything's center and yo, I'm freaking out
Calm down, don't call too soon
I know you wanna go where she goes
Don't like it, so take it easy
Your soul's just fine trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Don't worry anymore
Nothing is gone, everything's here and yo, I'm freaking out
Take this as a gift (Take this as a gift)
No, I don't need the ho (No, I don't need the ho)
I've got another chick (I've got another chick)
To show you (To show you)
That I am the one
That I am the one
That I am the one
'Cause I am the one
Calm down, don't call too soon
I know you wanna go where she goes
Don't like it, so take it easy
You're doing just fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Don't worry anymore, nothing is gone, everything's fine, you're taking off now
Take this as a gift (Take this as a gift)
No, I don't need the ho (No, I don't need the ho)
I've got another chick (I've got another chick)
To show you (To show you)
Robert Martinez
Think about how bad you want it
Take it easy, Susie's fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Think about how bad you want it
It's alright by me, don't worry anymore
Nothing is gone, everything's center and yo, I'm freaking out
Calm down, don't call too soon
I know you wanna go where she goes
Don't like it, so take it easy
Your soul's just fine trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Don't worry anymore
Nothing is gone, everything's here and yo, I'm freaking out
Take this as a gift (Take this as a gift)
No, I don't need the ho (No, I don't need the ho)
I've got another chick (I've got another chick)
To show you (To show you)
That I am the one
That I am the one
That I am the one
'Cause I am the one
Calm down, don't call too soon
I know you wanna go where she goes
Don't like it, so take it easy
You're doing just fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Don't worry anymore, nothing is gone, everything's fine, you're taking off now
Esha Dot Wav
Sitting in my chair - melody hit me - immediately started dancing in my seat, danced out of my seat and saw the disco lights in my head as I danced to the bathroom to dance in the mirror. AAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!
DA Proj
Sounds like a mixture of 80s popmusic and with a phrase of chrystal waters.
Robert Martinez
Think about how bad you want it
Take it easy, Susie's fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Think about how bad you want it
It's alright by me, don't worry anymore
Nothing is gone, everything's center and yo, I'm freaking out
Calm down, don't call too soon
I know you wanna go where she goes
Don't like it, so take it easy
Your soul's just fine trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Don't worry anymore
Nothing is gone, everything's here and yo, I'm freaking out
Take this as a gift (Take this as a gift)
No, I don't need the ho (No, I don't need the ho)
I've got another chick (I've got another chick)
To show you (To show you)
That I am the one
That I am the one
That I am the one
'Cause I am the one
Calm down, don't call too soon
I know you wanna go where she goes
Don't like it, so take it easy
You're doing just fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Don't worry anymore, nothing is gone, everything's fine, you're taking off now
Take this as a gift (Take this as a gift)
No, I don't need the ho (No, I don't need the ho)
I've got another chick (I've got another chick)
To show you (To show you)
Brandon Medina
México te necesita toro y moi :(
Rafael Romero
ya vinieron, morro
Luis Fernando Siller Almazan
Congratulations dude, you win youtube
lsa
this song is fffffire!
ClaytonTheBrave
does ANYBODY know all the lyrics to this? can't find them anywhere
Robert Martinez
Think about how bad you want it
Take it easy, Susie's fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Think about how bad you want it
It's alright by me, don't worry anymore
Nothing is gone, everything's center and yo, I'm freaking out
Calm down, don't call too soon
I know you wanna go where she goes
Don't like it, so take it easy
Your soul's just fine trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Don't worry anymore
Nothing is gone, everything's here and yo, I'm freaking out
Take this as a gift (Take this as a gift)
No, I don't need the ho (No, I don't need the ho)
I've got another chick (I've got another chick)
To show you (To show you)
That I am the one
That I am the one
That I am the one
'Cause I am the one
Calm down, don't call too soon
I know you wanna go where she goes
Don't like it, so take it easy
You're doing just fine, trying to make everyone happy in their mind
Don't worry anymore, nothing is gone, everything's fine, you're taking off now
futursimple
oh yeah he did!