There’s a sense of longing and distance in Greene’s somber, filtered vocals, but it’s what he does compositionally that makes Washed Out stand out. Backed by gently pulsing, Balearic-tinged disco, Greene’s voice takes on a new dimension. Reminiscent of groups like The Glass and Chromatics, Washed Out is the music to end your night with, when the city is quiet and you've got a long walk home ahead of you.
2009
Washed Out track "Feel It Around" is the famous introduction and theme song to IFC's television series "Portlandia". (added 2014)
It All Feels Right
Washed Out Lyrics
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Weekend's almost here now
It's getting warmer outside
It all feels right
Call your friends, I'll call mine
We'll head out for a long ride
Sun is coming out now
It all feels right
Close my eyes
Think about the old times
What's it all about?
The feeling when it all works out
We'll be gone for a few nights
Meet up with the old crowd
Music's playing so loud
It all feels right
Close my eyes
Think about the old times
What's it all about?
The feeling when it all works out
Washed Out's song "It All Feels Right" speaks about being carefree and enjoying life's simple pleasures. The first verse sets the tone, with the singer leaving to head eastbound, looking forward to the weekend. They feel excited because it's getting warmer and everything is falling into place. The chorus reinforces this positive feeling, with the singer urging the listener to call their friends and plan a long ride. The sun coming out symbolizes the bright, upbeat mood of the song. The second verse contains introspective lyrics, inviting the listener to close their eyes and think about old times. The song acknowledges that in life, it's essential to enjoy simple pleasures and good company.
Line by Line Meaning
Leaving heading eastbound
We are heading towards the east, away from where we started.
Weekend's almost here now
The workweek is almost over and we are excited for the weekend.
It's getting warmer outside
The temperature is increasing and the weather is becoming more enjoyable.
It all feels right
Everything seems perfect and we are content with the current situation.
Call your friends, I'll call mine
We will contact our individual groups of friends to gather together for a fun activity.
We'll head out for a long ride
We will embark on a lengthy journey, probably by car or other motor transportation.
Sun is coming out now
The sun is beginning to appear from behind the clouds and the day is becoming brighter.
It all feels right
The previously mentioned perfect feeling is still present.
Close my eyes
I am shutting my eyes to imagine a memory or to soak in the current moment.
Think about the old times
I am reflecting on previous experiences and memories.
What's it all about?
I am questioning the purpose and meaning of life.
The feeling when it all works out
I am reminiscing about the joyful sensation that comes when things fall into place and work out perfectly.
We'll be gone for a few nights
We will be absent for a few consecutive evenings.
Meet up with the old crowd
We will reconvene with the people we used to hang out with or haven't seen in a while.
Music's playing so loud
Loud music is currently playing, setting the atmosphere for the gathering.
It all feels right
The feeling of perfection has once again returned.
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Written by: ERNEST WEATHERLY GREENE
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@209lokii
Does it all feel alright?
Or is it a feeling not quite?
i might be wrong in the understanding of the song
But all i can say is that it does not feel alright
When its all said and done
Everything vanishes without any sign
Leaving a hole deep inside
Leaving me dormant without vitals to find
The estasis of this dormant heart
Crumbles without any feeling to keep alive
This short version of me is written here
I will post it publicly for everyone to see
That when everything feels alright
That's when it comes and leaves you empty inside.
@oceanographerradio5256
Leaving heading eastbound
Weekend's almost here now
It's getting warmer outside
It all feels right
Call your friends, I'll call mine
We'll head out for a long ride
Sun is coming out now
It all feels right
Close my eyes
Think about the old times
What's it all about?
The feeling when it all works out
We'll be gone for a few nights
Meet up with the old crowd
Music's playing so loud
It all feels right
Close my eyes
Think about the old times
What's it all about?
The feeling when it all works out
♫
@NorthWriter
This album, and Washed Out in general, got me through my divorce a few years ago. And not because I was high. But the music took me to another place. As soon as I'd pop this on, it was like I was magically transported to, like, Thailand or Kiribati or something. Some place where people chill on the beach all day, palm trees sway in the ocean breeze, and divorce is a million miles away. They helped ease the greatest pain I've ever known, and for that, Washed Out will always have a special place in my heart.
@chachawavy
NorthWriter im so sorry for the great pains you felt. And at the same time im happy, because you overcame it now and feel stronger❤️.
@josephp.3388
Sincerely hope you're staying strong and doing better brother.
@joeangels8786
Me too brother
@primus223
All the best regards! See you in that far far away!
@emiletodd8253
I went through much of the same thing in my divorce. At one point I was living in a hotel room with Mister Mellow on repeat for a minute. Dark times, but that’s when we can see and hear life’s beauty so clearly. I was only familiar with tracks like Eyes Be Closed that got radio play before that. Once I dove deep, though, I never looked back.
@theneedledrop
It feels more than alright, dammit!!!
@sawdustcoping20
it sure does tony
@brainpalsey
yes it does melon
@francisco3466
Shut up, please.