The band released their debut album, Good Feeling (1997), to moderate success where it debuted at number nine on the UK Albums Chart and was later awarded a silver certification from the BPI in January 2000. The band gained greater success with their second album, The Man Who (1999), which spent nine weeks at number one on the UK Albums Chart, totalling 134 weeks in the top 100 of the chart. In 2003, The Man Who was certified 9ร platinum by the BPI, representing sales of over 2.68 million in the UK alone. Following this success, the band released their third effort, The Invisible Band (2001) album. The Invisible Band went on to match the success found with their previous album, where it debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and spent a total of four weeks at the top spot, fifteen weeks in the top ten, and a total of fifty-five weeks in the top 100 chart, as well as peaking at thirty-nine on the US Billboard 200 album chart, spending a duration of seven weeks in the Billboard 200 chart. A year following the release of The Invisible Band, the BPI awarded Travis with a 4ร platinum certification for the album.
In recent years, the band's discography has included studio albums 12 Memories (2003), The Boy with No Name (2007), Ode to J. Smith (2008), Where You Stand (2013), Everything at Once (2016) and 10 Songs (2020). In 2004, the band released their first greatest hits album, Singles, which spent nineteen weeks in the top 100 of the UK albums chart. Travis have twice been awarded best band at the BRIT Awards and were awarded the NME Artist of the Year award at their 2000 ceremony, and in 2016 were honoured at the Scottish Music Awards for their outstanding contribution to music. The band are widely said by the media to have paved the way for other bands such as Keane and Coldplay to go on to achieve worldwide success throughout the 2000s, particularly with the success of The Man Who.
Craft Recordings celebrated the 20th anniversary of Travis' breakthrough year with two simultaneous releases: Live at Glastonbury '99, plus expanded editions of The Man Who โ both of which were released on 21 June 2019.
Track as you are
Travis Lyrics
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I don't fuckin' know if it's a lie or it's a fact
All your little fake friends will sell your secrets for some cash (hey, hey)
Smile in my face, then put your cig out on my back
If you ever see me, just get to runnin' like The Flash
I knew a boy just like you
Such a fake just like you, but I can see the truth
Transparent soul
I can see right through, just so you know
Transparent soul
I can see right through, just so you know
I don't fuckin' know, it's paradise or it's a trap
Yeah, they're treatin' me like royalty, but is it kissin' ass? (Hey, hey)
No one's brave enough to take the fall right
But it's all your fault, why you actin' like it's alright?
I knew a girl just like you
She was vain just like you
Such a pain just like you, and everybody knows the truth
Transparent soul
I can see right through, just so you know
Transparent soul
I can see right through, just so you know
It's clear to me now
You're scared of me, wow
It's clear to me now
(Transparent soul)
It's clear to me now
You're scared of me, wow
It's clear to me now
(Transparent soul)
Transparent soul
I can see right through, just so you know
Transparent soul
I can see right through, just so you know
Travis's song "As You Are" is a direct message to someone who is two-faced or fake. The opening line of the song emphasizes the confusion of the singer about whether the things said by the person are lies or facts. The lyrics describe a scenario where the person's friends are willing to reveal their secrets for money. The singer indicates that the person pretends to be friendly and then disrespects them, and the individual should run away when they see the singer as it will be too late for them to do so later. The singer uses an analogy of a snake to describe a boy who is like the person they are talking about, i.e., fake.
The singer compares the person to a girl they knew who was vain, a pain, and everyone knew the truth about her. The chorus repeats the singer's 'transparent soul' tagline, indicating that they have seen through the person's fake exterior and are not afraid to expose them. The second verse highlights how people treated the singer like royalty, but it was questionable considering whether it was to gain favor. The singer questions why the person acts like everything is alright when it is their fault. The overall theme of this song is to expose the 'fake,' and how it's easy to see through them with a "transparent soul."
Line by Line Meaning
I don't fuckin' know if it's a lie or it's a fact
I am uncertain if what you're presenting to me is truthful or not
All your little fake friends will sell your secrets for some cash (hey, hey)
Be wary of those you trust, as they may turn on you for money
Smile in my face, then put your cig out on my back
You pretend to be pleasant, but in reality you are hurtful and disrespectful
If you ever see me, just get to runnin' like The Flash
I advise you to avoid me, as I will not tolerate any mistreatment
I knew a boy just like you
I have encountered someone with similar negative characteristics to yours before
He's a snake just like you
He, like you, is not to be trusted and is sneaky
Such a fake just like you, but I can see the truth
You pretend to be someone you're not, but I am able to see through your act
Transparent soul
Your true nature is easily seen through
I can see right through, just so you know
I am able to see and understand your true character
I don't fuckin' know, it's paradise or it's a trap
I am unsure if the situation I am in is truly good or if there are hidden dangers
Yeah, they're treatin' me like royalty, but is it kissin' ass? (Hey, hey)
I am being showered with admiration, but I question if it is genuine or just flattery
No one's brave enough to take the fall right
No one is willing to take responsibility for their actions
But it's all your fault, why you actin' like it's alright?
You are to blame for the negative consequences, yet you are acting as if everything is fine
I knew a girl just like you
I have encountered someone with similar negative characteristics to yours before
She was vain just like you
She, like you, was self-centered and only cared about her own interests
Such a pain just like you, and everybody knows the truth
You are known to be difficult and aggravating, and everyone is aware of your true nature
It's clear to me now
It is now evident to me
You're scared of me, wow
You are intimidated by me
(Transparent soul)
Your true self is easily visible to me
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Willow Smith, Travis Barker, Tyler Cole
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Everyday I wake up alone
I'm not like the other boys
And ever since I was young
I had no choice
But it's OK to lead me on
I admit it's not much fun
To be led on by such a one
As you are
As you are
As you are
And ever since I woke up I felt the net
Was lifting me out of the sea
And even when I'm sinking I feel the need
But it's OK to lead me on
I admit it's not much fun
To be led on by such a one
As you are
As you are
As you are
And ever since a long time
I felt the rain
And there was no danger
And no more strangers
As you are
@ANDRESCHALKZENSAABVOLVOSR
Atte. to the vocalist :
Why do you sing so beautiful ?
What moves you ??
Love ?
Nature : Sky , Waterfalls , Rainbows ,
Birds ????
Dreams : Women you saw in your dreams ??
Or simply... Your love for music ???
Please answer my question.
I have 10 songs from my own
composition. I would like to share it someday.
By the way this song makes my tears fall like a waterfall. Not because I am sad . it's because is so beautiful.
And only 3 songs on Earth make me cry because of the melody and voice.
My list :
Rolling Stones : Angie
Keane : Sunshine
Coldplay : Daylight ( The real Coldplay )
Radiohead : No surprises
Alice in Chains : Shame
Collective Soul: December
Eels : Your lucky day in Hell
Depeche Mode : I'm talking to you now
Joan Baez : Tumbleweed
And this song from your band.
I hope you answer my question.
@arturovega6710
Everyday I wake up alone
I'm not like the other boys
And ever since I was young
I had no choice
But it's OK to lead me on
I admit it's not much fun
To be led on by such a one
As you are
As you are
As you are
And ever since I woke up I felt the net
Was lifting me out of the sea
And even when I'm sinking I feel the need
But it's OK to lead me on
I admit it's not much fun
To be led on by such a one
As you are
As you are
As you are
And ever since a long time
I felt the rain
And there was no danger
And no more strangers
As you are
@deadchannel3146
Everyday I wake up alone
I'm not like all the other boys
And ever since I was young
I had no choice
But it's OK to lead me on
I admit it's not much fun
To be led on by such a one
As you are
As you are
As you are
And ever since I woke up I felt the net
Was lifting me out of the sea
And even when I'm sinking I feel the need
But it's OK to lead me on
I must admit it's not much fun
To be alone with such a one
As you are
As you are
As you are
And ever since a long time
I felt the rain
And there was no danger
And no more strangers
As you are
Travis - As You Are (1999)
@glass_lads6801
This album is perfect. one of my favourites of all time... everytime I listen to it, it brings tears to my eyes of how perfect and beautiful each song is
@a.y.h3094
Me too :)
@jackofshadows8538
I bought the song book [guitar transciptions] cos I ws certain they used some alternative tunings. Either way, they have some great tunes on this album. The hidden track 'Blue Flashing Light' is probably my favourite. I wonder why it was hidden?
@damianjones6546
It helped me though my difficult 20s. Great album.
@juliebraden6911
It's a decent album but "perfect and beautiful" is a tremendous stretch.
@jhill2704
Definitely a masterpiece
@razorrs25
Awesome track from one of the greatest albums so many have never heard.
@nestorfaustinovazquezestev6281
Thank You so much Travis. It has been many years now. I always find myself coming back to your music as a source of R&R.
@helenmcgillivray2337
Travis are the best long live this band
@helenmcgillivray2337
Thank you you made my day whats your favorite song