In April 2009, We Are the In Crowd's Myspace page was hacked. The hacker deleted all of their friends and music. The music site Absolutepunk.net posted a news article regarding the hacking, and the news post attracted the attention of someone at Hopeless Records who contacted the band shortly after. On November 10, 2009, the group announced their signing with Hopeless Records as "The In Crowd" and released their first single "For the Win" on iTunes. The band changed their name to "We Are the In Crowd" due to trademark issues with a reggae band from the seventies who were also called "The In Crowd"
In February 2009, We Are the In Crowd recorded their debut Hopeless Records EP with producers Zack Odom and Kenneth Mount (All Time Low, Mayday Parade, Jimmy Eat World, Cartel). The EP, titled Guaranteed To Disagree, was released on June 8, 2010.
The music video for "Both Sides of the Story" was officially released on October 15, 2010. The music video for "Never Be What You Want" was released on April 20, 2011. The band performed on the Vans Warped Tour for Summer 2010.
The band entered the studio in early May 2011 to begin recording their full length debut. On August 3, 2011 it was announced the album would be titled Best Intentions and that it would be released on October 4. It debuted on the U.S. Billboard 200 at No. 122.
Taylor Jardine – Vocals, keyboard
Jordan Eckes – Guitar, vocals
Mike Ferri – Bass
Rob Chianelli – Drums
Cameron Hurley – Guitar
For the Win
We Are the In Crowd Lyrics
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and it’s the cause of all my problems
I’ve got my mind set
and that’s the way it is
I never thought it could get this bad
when I had you in my pocket
everything was just fine and
and the streets are talking
about the way you walk around
like you own the place
You got a big mouth
and you should’ve shut it
Yeah, you should have shut it
in the first place
Just take another look
at the risks we took
and all the things I said
what were they really worth
you’re all talk
you can’t act like
you’re calling the shots
I’m the only thing
left you’ve got
We don’t have anywhere to go but up
don’t sit back and watch us fall
take it back, don’t react
don’t ever forget we’ll make it by
and I can’t take
another second of this goddamn town
it’s getting harder to sing
these melodies are settling
they’re starting to sting
and everybody’s talking
like they know it all
conducting social symphonies
You’re all talk
you can’t act like
you’re calling the shots
I’m the only thing
left you’ve got
you’ve got a big mouth
and the streets are talking
about the way you walk around
like you own the place
You’ve got a big mouth
and you should’ve shut it
Yeah, you should have shut it
in the first place
everybody’s got me looking
in the wrong direction
All eyes on you
they’re looking out for me
cause I can’t take
another second of this goddamn town
It’s getting harder to sing
These lyrics speak to an ongoing power struggle between two people, each with their own set of flaws. The singer confesses to having a "way with words" that proves to be problematic, hinting at a tendency to say things they don't mean, or to be too blunt in their communication. They reflect on a time when they had the upper hand in the dynamic, having the other person "in their pocket" and feeling content. However, something has since shifted, and the other person now has a "big mouth" and is causing trouble. They're accused of being arrogant and believing they "own the place." This could suggest they are trying to exert control in some way, perhaps by spreading rumors or talking behind the singer's back.
There's a sense of frustration and disillusionment throughout the song, with the singer questioning the worth of the things they've said in the past and feeling like they're losing grip on their situation. They also express a desire to escape their current environment, as the town they're in has become stifling and oppressive. Despite these negative feelings, there's still a glimmer of hope - the idea that they can "make it by" if they stick together and work hard. Ultimately, the song is about the struggle to maintain power and control, as well as the ways in which relationships can shift over time.
Line by Line Meaning
I’ve got a way with words
I have a talent for communicating my thoughts and feelings through language
and it’s the cause of all my problems
However, sometimes my words get me into trouble
I’ve got my mind set
I am firmly committed to my beliefs and goals
and that’s the way it is
and I am not willing to compromise or change my stance
I never thought it could get this bad
I did not anticipate the negative consequences of my decisions and actions
when I had you in my pocket
when I had control and influence over someone or something
everything was just fine and
everything seemed to be going smoothly and without any major problems
you got a big mouth
You are boastful and talk too much
and the streets are talking
Your behavior and reputation are being discussed and circulated among the community
about the way you walk around
about your demeanor and how you present yourself
like you own the place
with a sense of entitlement and superiority
you should have shut it
You should have kept quiet and not drawn attention to yourself
in the first place
from the beginning, to avoid trouble
Just take another look
Reevaluate and reconsider our situation
at the risks we took
at the gambles and chances we have taken
and all the things I said
and the words and promises I made
what were they really worth
did they have any real value or substance?
you’re all talk
You are all talk and no real action
you can’t act like you’re calling the shots
You cannot pretend to have control or be in charge
I’m the only thing left you’ve got
I am the only one you can count on or rely on in this situation
We don’t have anywhere to go but up
Our situation cannot get any worse, so things can only improve from here
don’t sit back and watch us fall
Don't just observe and do nothing while we fail or struggle
take it back, don’t react
Take control of our situation and respond instead of just reacting to events
don’t ever forget we’ll make it by
Always remember that we will succeed and overcome our challenges
and I can’t take another second of this goddamn town
I am fed up with this particular place or situation and cannot bear it any longer
it’s getting harder to sing
The difficulties and problems I am encountering are making it harder for me to perform my craft or passion
they’re starting to sting
The negative effects of our obstacles and hardships are becoming painful and unpleasant
everybody’s talking like they know it all
Many people are pretending to have knowledge and expertise about the situation
conducting social symphonies
Performing social rituals and orchestrating social interactions
All eyes on you
Everyone is watching and paying attention to you
they’re looking out for me
They are keeping an eye on me, potentially to help me or to cause harm
Contributed by Miles H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Angela Natoli
i love this song,and when they played this at there concert i was so happy
Sophie Wakely
Saw them on Wednesday with Mayday Parade. They were amazing. Definatly the best band of the night :D
Sabrina S
amazing song!!! love their singing. definately one of my fave songs!!! =D
Sigrid Pedersen
I like this WITHOUT autotune :) in fact this band is amazing and I love them :)
J Buenaventura
I love how this band have both sides of the story on their songs. It's a he-said-she-said and it's quite rare to hear bands like these.. I love We are the In Crowd. They're unique..
Jessie Mckenna
They are awesome! I saw there acoustic set at Warped Tour this year. Amazing! I was instant fan!
Abby Bradshaw
Just found them. I love how they sound! UPLIFTING music, the lyrics are great, wow. I have a new love. ♥
Hunter Behrendt
The vocals are absolutely perfect! I love this band so much!
mariam abdulle
OH MY GOSH I WAS LOOKING EVERYWHERE FOR THIS SONG AND I NEVER KNEW IT WAS WE ARE THE INCROWD!! I LOVE THEM!!! THEY SHOULD TOTALLY BE MORE FAMOUS
Elijah Holland
This was the first ever song I heard by them, and that was back in early 2010. It's amazing how fare they've come. I'm so proud of them.