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 9× 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 4× 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 – both of which were released on 21 June 2019.
Valentine
Travis Lyrics
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I might die here
I may lay here for a while
Play it gently
Arrogantly
Play it once and for all time
Like you did when you were mine
I won't leave you
I might leave ya
I won't leave you for a while
You can't
You can't treat me
Like a crutch
Like a Judas for our church
Wipe the memory from the track
Put your teeth back in your mouth
Ah, ah, ah, ah
Ah, ah, ah, yeah
If I lie here
I might die here
I may lay here for a while
These lyrics, from Travis's song "Valentine," seem to depict a complex and tumultuous relationship. The singer contemplates staying in a situation that is potentially harmful or toxic, even though it may lead to their own demise. The repetition of "I might die here," emphasizes the gravity of the decision at hand. The following line, "I may lay here for a while," suggests that the singer is stuck in a state of uncertainty, caught between the desire to leave and the fear of the unknown.
The second verse delves into the dynamics of the relationship. The mention of playing "it gently" and "arrogantly" implies a power struggle or manipulation between the two individuals involved. The line "Play it once and for all time, like you did when you were mine" suggests that the other person had previously held a significant role in the singer's life, but things have changed over time. The passage of time is further emphasized with the line "Funny how the time flies by," highlighting the bittersweet realization of how circumstances have evolved.
The chorus introduces conflicting emotions and desires. The singer claims they won't leave, but then acknowledges the possibility of leaving. This uncertainty could stem from feelings of attachment or dependence on the other person. The subsequent lines, "You can't treat me like a crutch, like a Judas for our church," suggest a feeling of being used or betrayed. The plea to "wipe the memory from the track, put your teeth back in your mouth" could be an appeal for the other person to let go of any negative or hurtful actions. Overall, the lyrics point to a complicated and emotionally charged relationship, where the singer struggles with their own feelings and the actions of the other person involved.
Line by Line Meaning
If I lie here
If I pretend or deceive myself
I might die here
I might emotionally or spiritually suffer and not grow
I may lay here for a while
I may remain stagnant or stuck in this state for some time
Play it gently
Handle it with care and sensitivity
Arrogantly
In a self-important or prideful manner
Play it once and for all time
Approach it as if it's the definitive and permanent moment
Like you did when you were mine
Just like you used to when we were together or connected
Funny how the time flies by
It's interesting how quickly time passes
I won't leave you
I won't abandon or desert you
I might leave ya
I might distance myself or create space between us
I won't leave you for a while
I won't permanently leave you, at least in the short term
You can't
You are unable or not allowed to
You can't treat me
You are unable to handle or interact with me
Like a crutch
Like a support or dependency
Like a Judas for our church
Like a betrayer within our shared belief or connection
Wipe the memory from the track
Erase or remove the recollection from the path or history
Put your teeth back in your mouth
Stop speaking or expressing yourself in a hurtful or offensive way
Ah, ah, ah, ah
Expressing emotional or vocalization sounds
Ah, ah, ah, yeah
Continued expression of emotion or vocalization
If I lie here
If I pretend or deceive myself
I might die here
I might emotionally or spiritually suffer and not grow
I may lay here for a while
I may remain stagnant or stuck in this state for some time
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Francis Healy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jenniferrojas3368
Wow, Travis has reinvented theirselves without losing their essence. They are awesome.
@jackhrp2280
Their sellouts that sound like a shite Bowie mixed with Take Thar
@NickSBailey
Sounds a bit like their first album which isn't a bad thing.
@danielruiz6875
thought it was radiohead first time i heard it for a moment.
@bryn_hh
@Mister Sifter The tone and crunchy guitars does have a slight resemblence to All I want to do is rock, the line is fine. He's not saying it's exactly like it.
@bakerasher8516
i know I'm kinda off topic but does anybody know of a good place to stream new tv shows online ?
@Genjoy
No matter if it’s 1990 , 2000 or 2020 , good song is good song and Travis is Travis 🤙🏼
@Alanpuxadordefibra
👍😍👍
@omarpg8542
The world need more Travis... 🧡/El mundo necesita más de Travis...🧡🌍🌎🌏
@nestarocker
🇦🇷🔥☀️❤️ Buenos Aires Argentina junto a esta gran banda!! Gran canción!!