The band was originally formed on September 27, 2016, and announced it the next day via their YouTube account. Since then, the band has released three EPs and two albums.
On October 7, 2016, the group released their debut single "Taking You", a track from their debut EP, Only the Beginning, which was released on November 25 of the same year. Their second EP, Something Different, was released on April 21, 2017. Its title track was released as the lead single the same day. They released their third EP, Why Don't We Just, on June 2, 2017.
They released their debut album 8 Letters on August 31, 2018. It debuted and peaked at number 9 on the Billboard 200.
In 2021, they released singles Love Back and Mistletoe. They also released their sophomore album, The Good Times and The Bad Ones, along with the singles Fallin' (Adrenaline), Slow Down, and Lotus Inn. The album debuted and peaked at number 3 on the Billboard 200.
The band has currently been releasing music they've written themselves, something they have recently committed to doing. They have recently released Let Me Down Easy (Lie), Just Friends, and How Do You Love Somebody. In January 2022, they released Don't Wake Me Up, a collaboration with Jonas Blue.
They had originally planned to go on tour in the United States, The Good Times Only Tour, in 2022 from July 27 to October 1, but because of unforeseen consequences, the band canceled the tour and began an official hiatus.
Be Myself
Why Don't We Lyrics
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All these thoughts inside my head colliding
I decide I'm stayin' in tonight
They say, "Follow your heart"
But it's beating uncontrollably
I can't hear what it's tellin' me this time
We're dancin' on the edge of anxiety's ledge
And I might fall again, I might fall
We're walkin' on a rope of worry and I hope
That I don't fall again, I don't fall
Take me somewhere I can be
I can be myself
Oh, take me somewhere I am free
Free to be myself, and nothin' else
I've never had pride for myself and I'm proud of that
'Cause I know that I'm just somebody else
So why do I try? (Why do I try?)
Try to find my validation in what everybody's sayin'
I need some help
We're dancin' on the edge of anxiety's ledge
And I might fall again, I might fall
We're walkin' on a rope of worry and I hope
That I don't fall again, I don't fall
Take me somewhere I can be
I can be myself
Oh, take me somewhere I am free
Free to be myself, and nothin' else
We're dancin' on the edge of anxiety's ledge
And I might fall again, I might fall
"Be Myself" by Why Don't We is a song that explores the struggle of wanting to be true to oneself while being constantly bombarded by the opinions and expectations of others. The lyrics express a desire to break free from the anxiety and worry that come with trying to meet these expectations, and instead to find a place where the singer can be free to be their authentic self without fear of judgement.
The opening lines of the song set the stage for the conflicted feelings that the singer is experiencing: "Where do I start? All these thoughts inside my head colliding". The chorus then asks to be taken somewhere where the singer can be free to be themselves without any external pressures: "Take me somewhere I can be, I can be myself. Oh, take me somewhere I am free, free to be myself, and nothing else."
The verses of the song describe the internal struggle of trying to find validation from others instead of being proud of oneself: "I've never had pride for myself and I'm proud of that. 'Cause I know that I'm just somebody else. So why do I try? (Why do I try?) Try to find my validation in what everybody's sayin'". The bridge of the song highlights the fear of falling back into these patterns of seeking external validation: "We're dancing on the edge of anxiety's ledge and I might fall again, I might fall. We're walking on a rope of worry and I hope that I don't fall again, I don't fall."
Overall, "Be Myself" is a relatable and honest exploration of the struggle to find one's true self in a world that constantly pressures us to conform. The song encourages us to ignore these pressures and instead seek out a place where we can be our authentic selves, free from the fear of judgement.
Line by Line Meaning
Where do I start?
Feeling overwhelmed with thoughts and emotions, not knowing where to begin.
All these thoughts inside my head colliding
Feeling like there are too many conflicting thoughts and emotions inside the mind.
I decide I'm stayin' in tonight
Choosing to stay at home instead of going out and facing potential stressors or anxiety-inducing situations.
They say, 'Follow your heart'
Hearing the common advice to trust one's own heart or intuition.
But it's beating uncontrollably
Feeling too overwhelmed or anxious to accurately interpret what the heart is telling oneself.
I can't hear what it's tellin' me this time
Feeling too stressed or anxious to understand one's own intuition or inner voice.
We're dancin' on the edge of anxiety's ledge
Being in a precarious position, with anxiety threatening to push one over the edge.
And I might fall again, I might fall
Worrying that anxiety will once again overwhelm oneself and cause them to fail or falter.
We're walkin' on a rope of worry and I hope
Feeling like walking a tightrope, where one wrong step could cause everything to fall apart.
That I don't fall again, I don't fall
Wanting to avoid the negative consequences of anxiety and stress, and emerge unscathed.
Take me somewhere I can be
I can be myself
Longing for a place where one can relax and be their authentic self, free from stress and anxiety.
Oh, take me somewhere I am free
Free to be myself, and nothin' else
Desiring to be free from the expectations and demands of others, and to only be judged based on one's true self.
I've never had pride for myself and I'm proud of that
'Cause I know that I'm just somebody else
Acknowledging the tendency to compare oneself to others, and feeling proud of the self-awareness to recognize that habit.
So why do I try? (Why do I try?)
Try to find my validation in what everybody's sayin'
Questioning the compulsion to seek validation from external sources, rather than looking within oneself for validation.
I need some help
Feeling like one needs assistance or support to overcome the challenges of anxiety and insecurity.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Daniel Seavey
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@intanrositadw
[Verse 1: Daniel Seavey]
Where do I start?
All these thoughts inside my head, colliding
I decide I'm stayin' in tonight
They say, "Follow your heart"
But it's beating uncontrollably
I can't hear what it's tellin' me this time
[Pre-Chorus: Zach Herron]
We're dancin' on the edge of anxiety's ledge
And I might fall again, I might fall
We're walkin' on a rope of worry and I hope
That I don't fall again, I don't fall, oh
[Chorus: Jack Avery]
Take me somewhere I can be
I can be myself
Oh, take me somewhere I am free
Free to be myself, and nothin' else
[Verse 2: Jonah Marais]
I've never had pride for myself and I'm proud of that
'Cause I know that I'm just somebody else
So why do I try?
Try to find my validation in what everybody's sayin'
I need some help
[Pre-Chorus: Zach Herron]
We're dancin' on the edge of anxiety's ledge
And I might fall again, I might fall
We're walkin' on a rope of worry and I hope
That I don't fall again, I don't fall, oh
[Chorus: Jack Avery & All]
Take me somewhere I can be
I can be myself
Oh, take me somewhere I am free
Free to be myself, and nothin' else
[Outro: Corbyn Besson]
We're dancin' on the edge of anxiety's ledge
And I might fall again, I might fall
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@deadpoet5260
[Intro]
Where do I start?
All these thoughts inside my head, colliding
I decide I'm stayin' in tonight
They say, "Follow your heart"
But it's beating uncontrollably
I can't hear what it's tellin' me this time
[Pre-Chorus]
We're dancin' on the edge of anxiety's ledge
And I might fall again, I might fall
We're walkin' on a rope of worry and I hope
That I don't fall again, I don't fall, oh
[Chorus]
Take me somewhere I can be
I can be myself and nothing else
Oh, take me somewhere I am free
Free to be myself, and nothin' else
[Verse 2]
I've never had pride for myself and I'm proud of that
Cause I know that I'm just somebody else
So why do I try? (Why do I try?)
Try to find my validation in what everybody's sayin'
I need some help
[Pre-Chorus]
We're dancin' on the edge of anxiety's ledge
And I might fall again, I might fall
We're walkin' on a rope of worry and I hope
That I don't fall again, I don't fall, oh
Chorus]
Take me somewhere I can be
I can be myself and nothing else
Oh, take me somewhere I am free
Free to be myself, and nothin' else
Outro]
We're dancin' on the edge of anxiety's ledge
And I might fall again, I might fall
@estephany485
For the new limelight’s who dont know
Daniel(the one with blonde hair on the bottom left)wrote this song for jack(the blond guy in the middle/the only one wearing black)he wrote this for him when he found him while having an anxiety attack
Zach (the one laying down on the top left)is the youngest
Corbyn(the one on the top right)had blonde hair.....yeah he looks great all time
Jonah (the one with curly hair)is the oldest of the group
Jack has a daughter named Lavender(cutest baby ever)jack had curly brunette hair
They formed on 2016 their first song was “Taking You”that’s how us limelights formed this is their second album called The Good Times And The Bad Ones (TGTATBO)their first album was called “8 Letters”
Age order
Jonah Marais
Corbyn Besson
Daniel Seavey
Jack Avery
Zach Herron
Last year,they had 12 songs for every month of the year(Go listen to them too)they also made songs with Logan Paul and he directed a music video for them Ed Sherran has also created songs for them
Corbyn:
He is the nerdy boy of the group but he’s just way too cute 🥰 he is 21 years old
Jonah:
He’s the oldest and has a cat named Wess
Daniel:
He went to American idol and can play A LOT of instruments(cello,violin,guitar,piano,etc)
Zach:
He’s the youngest and he joined the band at 15.....YES 15
Jack:
He’s A DAD his daughters name is Lavander
This album is the first album they wrote on their own this album represents more about them they wanted to play more instruments on their songs since they all play instruments
There’s also a book they wrote about themselves and how they became and tons of interviews too 🙃hope I helped
@cadeana
i just listened to this song to calm myself down
i embarrassed myself in front of the class because the teacher asked me to play something on the bass guitar cuz he saw i had one
so i tried and kept messing up
and so many people put a thumbs down emote
i had to turn off my camera and cry cuz it hurt.
i don't know why i agreed to play
but this song really helped and i felt the lyrics :) feeling better.
i'm better than this. i'm strong. i'll show them that i didn't humiliate myself for nothing.
that's what i told myself in the mirror
idk why i'm commenting all this
but i'll probably come back to this comment in the future and see how far i've gotten :)
@TheSarahGrace
gave me country vibes in the beginning lol
@dorbynsmp7753
You like wdw wtfff I love you
@aayasl5230
SAME
@lea4106
samee
@space_space469
YES
@mona-mg2ck
Wait u like whydontwe never knew that
@mvoony
The fact that Daniel wrote it for Jack but only told him after showing it to him is proof of how much these guys love each other and that they are a family.
I'm glad Jack has them and they help him on the difficult path that is anxiety.
@nelliecollie5942
I started crying when i heard where zach said anxiety's ledge because i have anxiety just like jack and he has all the boys to help him with it but i have no one and i am also fighting depression so i might need a therapist
@MS6870
@Nellie Collie I hope it gets better for you. I've been there. It's not a good place
@ayshabegum4881
I think we ALL have ✨anxiety✨