One month after the formation of Welbilt, Washington, DC radio station DC 101 singled out them out as the most promising independent band in the region on the strength of a self-produced 2002 EP sometimes called "The Blue EP" (Blue) The basement recording was evidence of what DC 101 called a contagious brand of upbeat modern rock, and together with blistering live performances, Welbilt had hooked the radio station. Next: a string of high-profile shows and national awards, a year of touring before an expanding fan base, and recording sessions in Los Angeles with platinum-selling producer Mudrock (Godsmack, Chimaira).
The resulting full-length debut, A Beautiful Mess, was released in December 2003 to a big thumbs-up from fans and critics. "Impressive songwriting...convincing vocals...sonically vibrant" raved the Washington Post, saying "Welbilt delivers on its promise." Fans loved the new tunes, instantly accessible yet built to stand up over time.
Welbilt spent 2004 touring behind A Beautiful Mess with the support of Budweiser True Music and the fans who make it all possible.
In September 2005 the band released their second EP entitled Due To The Current State of Things, containing four brand new tracks including the ever-popular Oxygen. Welbilt continues to play the DC and Virginia areas, especially having become a local favorite and weekly fixture at the Fairfax, VA bar TT Reynolds where the band members originally met. The band has also extended its popularity up and down the east coast, also having become a favorite performer amongst students at the Quadrangle Club at Princeton University in New Jersey. In Spring 2007 they opened there for Less Than Jake and Reel Big Fish. They played their last show at Quadrangle Club on January 15, 2008.
While the band has technically broken up, they still have a few shows planned for January 2008.
The band would like to send their love and gratitude and a heartfelt bear hug to each and every fan and supporter as they continue on their successful journey.
Everything's Alright
Welbilt Lyrics
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I Lost mine keeping track of it all
It's more than I can take
Have we met before
I'm not sure if I got your number
I don't think I can wait
I've lost my mind
and I'm getting closer
to my demise
but everything's alright
you say I'm hopeless
and I'm getting nowhere
I could be wrong you could be right
but I'm giving up without a fight
I just think about myself
and no one else can tell me
I'm wrong
when I look at my reflection
my whole life takes new direction
it won't be long
Chorus
I've lost my mind
and I'm getting closer
to my demise
but everything's alright
you say I'm hopeless
and I'm getting nowhere
I could be wrong you could be right
but I'm giving up without a fight
Bridge
I've got nothing nice to say
so I'll just shut my mouth
but I'm choking on the words
so I guess I'll have to spit 'em out
would you say that you agree
that there's something wrong with me
I know too well
If you haven't got the time
could you please hold my place in line
cause I need some help
Chorus
I've lost my mind
and I'm getting closer
to my demise
but everything's alright
you say I'm hopeless
and I'm getting nowhere
I could be wrong you could be right
but I'm giving up without a fight
(I've lost my mind)
Every time I close my eyes
I wish that I could say goodbye
(I've lost my mind)
to all the time that you had spent
and all the rules that you invent
(I've lost my mind)
telling me that this was it
to try and keep me down
(I've lost my mind)
but now I come to see the light
and everything's alright
These lyrics express the struggles of an individual who has lost their sense of time as they are overwhelmed with trying to keep track of their life. The person feels lost and may not even recognize those around them as they've become consumed by their own thoughts. They are giving up without a fight, accepting their demise, and believe they have lost their mind.
Despite their hopelessness, the person is comforted by the thought that everything is alright. Although someone may have told them they are hopeless and going nowhere, this statement is well received as opposed to the individual living in their own mind that is chaotic and unpredictable. In the end, the person is ready to seek help and realizes that they need it in order to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Have you got the time
Do you have a moment to spare?
I Lost mine keeping track of it all
I am so busy that I can't keep a track of time.
It's more than I can take
I am overwhelmed and can't handle the situation.
Have we met before
Do we share a familiar past?
I'm not sure if I got your number
I am uncertain if I have your contact details.
I don't think I can wait
I am impatient and cannot tolerate any waiting time.
I've lost my mind
I am losing my mental stability due to my struggles.
and I'm getting closer
to my demise
but everything's alright
Even though I am nearing my downfall, I am still convincing myself that everything is alright.
you say I'm hopeless
and I'm getting nowhere
You believe that I am clueless and not making any progress.
I could be wrong you could be right
but I'm giving up without a fight
Although you could be right, I am not going to argue or put up a fight.
I just think about myself
and no one else can tell me
I'm wrong
I am very self-centered, and no one can make me believe that I am doing anything wrong.
when I look at my reflection
my whole life takes new direction
it won't be long
Every time I reflect on my life, it takes a new path that will not last long.
I've got nothing nice to say
so I'll just shut my mouth
but I'm choking on the words
so I guess I'll have to spit 'em out
I have nothing to add positively to the situation, so I am keeping quiet, but the words are causing discomfort, and so I will have to speak out.
would you say that you agree
that there's something wrong with me
I know too well
If you haven't got the time
could you please hold my place in line
cause I need some help
I am aware that something is not right with me, and I need help, so if you cannot help, please hold my place in line until someone else does.
(I've lost my mind)
Every time I close my eyes
I wish that I could say goodbye
(I've lost my mind)
to all the time that you had spent
and all the rules that you invent
(I've lost my mind)
telling me that this was it
to try and keep me down
(I've lost my mind)
but now I come to see the light
and everything's alright
I am reminded about the time and rules you enforced to keep me down, and they make me want to say goodbye finally. However, I now realize the mistakes made and convince myself that everything is alright.
Contributed by Noah M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.