Their debut single, Brave Bulging Buoyant Clairvoyants backed with The Old Dog was released on Bad Sneakers Records on 20th November 2006. Their second single Through Dark Night backed with Please, Sir was released 23rd April as their last single on Bad Sneakers. In February 2007 the band signed to Domino Records. A debut album Limbo, Panto was released in the UK on June 16 2008 with strong critical endorsement. Their second album, Two Dancers, was released on 3 August 2009 to widespread critical acclaim, receiving 9/10 reviews from NME and Drowned in Sound. It was also ranked at #41 on NME's top 100 albums of the decade. Their third album, Smother was released on May 9, 2011.
The four boys of Wild Beasts aren’t concerned with being of the modern or being of the renaissance, being baggy pantsed or being tight pantsed, being in a scene or being in a place. Wild Beasts’ music just is.
On 25 September 2017, the band announced that they were disbanding, playing their final gig on 17 February 2018.
Wanderlust
Wild Beasts Lyrics
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We feel the things they'll never feel
They're solemn in their wealth, we're high in our poverty
We see the things they never see
Wanderlust
With us, the world feels voluptuous
I just feel more, with us
Now that you answer to me
I'll tell you how I wanna feel
Now that the walls have been broke
I'll tell you how I wanna feel
Wanderlust
With us, the world feels voluptuous
I just feel more, with us
It's a feeling that I've come to trust
It's a feeling that I've come to trust
It's a feeling that I've come
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
Funny how that little pound will buy a lot of luck
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
In your mother tongue, what's the verb to suck?
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
Funny how that little pound will buy a lot of luck
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
In your mother tongue, what's the verb to suck?
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
Funny how that little pound will buy a lot of luck
The lyrics to Wild Beasts's song Wanderlust explore the idea of living beyond one's means and rejecting the societal conventions of wealth and success. The opening lines suggest a decadent lifestyle that is fueled by passion and inspiration, rather than material possessions. The singer contrasts their own high spirits and poverty with those who are solemn in their wealth, suggesting that true happiness lies beyond monetary gain. The repetition of 'we feel the things they'll never feel' and 'we see the things they never see' reinforces this belief that their unique perspective on the world is what truly matters.
The chorus celebrates the sense of freedom and adventure that comes with wanderlust. The world feels voluptuous with the singer's companions, and they feel more alive and authentic as a result. They trust in this feeling and are ready to explore the world without boundaries. The bridge shifts focus to the idea of individualism and empowerment. The singer is now in control and can openly express how they want to feel. The walls that were holding them back have been knocked down, and they have the space to be themselves and embrace their desires.
The repeated phrase 'Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck' provides a counterpoint to the optimistic tone of the song. The singer rejects the idea of conformity and outdated modes of success. They are unconcerned with other people's opinions and are willing to take risks to live life on their own terms. The line 'In your mother tongue, what's the verb to suck?' is a playful jab at anyone who thinks they can control or criticize the singer. It's a cheeky way of saying that they're not interested in negativity or criticism, no matter the language.
Line by Line Meaning
We're decadent beyond our means, we've a zeal
We live lavishly and with great passion, even beyond our financial capacity
We feel the things they'll never feel
Our experiences are unique and cannot be replicated by others
They're solemn in their wealth, we're high in our poverty
The wealthy are serious and controlled, while we, despite our financial struggles, feel elated
We see the things they never see
Our perspective is different from that of the wealthy; we can see things they cannot
With us, the world feels voluptuous
Being with us makes life feel sensual and indulgent
I just feel more, with us
Being with us intensifies emotions and sensations
It's a feeling that I've come to trust
This sensation is so consistent that I can rely on it
Now that you answer to me
Now that you are under my control
I'll tell you how I wanna feel
I will dictate how I want to experience life
Now that the walls have been broke
With barriers removed
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
Do not mistake me for someone who cares
Funny how that little pound will buy a lot of luck
It is ironic how a small amount of money can bring good fortune
In your mother tongue, what's the verb to suck?
As an insult, asking someone how to say 'suck' in their native language
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: BEN LITTLE, CHRISTOPHER ROBERT TALBOT, HAYDEN NORMAN THORPE, THOMAS WILLIAM FLEMING
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@AmmoGlitter
These are the lyrics, as far as I can tell:
We’re decadent beyond our means
We’ve a zeal
We feel the things they'll never feel
The solemn in their wealth
We’re high in our poverty
They see the things they never see
The wanderlust
With us the world feels voluptuous
I just feel no wanderlust
It’s a feeling that I’ve come to trust
Now that you answer to me
I tell you how I wanna feel
Now that the walls have been broke
I tell you how I wanna feel
The wanderlust
With us the world feels voluptuous
I just feel more one with us
It’s a feeling that I’ve come to trust
Don’t confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
Funny how that little girl (or gold?) buy a lotta luck
Don’t confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
In your mother tongue what’s the verb to suck
@TaRxFaCe
"Wanderlust"
We're decadent beyond our means, we've a zeal
We feel the things they'll never feel
They're solemn in their wealth, we're high in our poverty
We see the things they never see
Wanderlust
With us, the world feels voluptuous
I just feel more, with us
It's a feeling that I've come to trust
Now that you answer to me
I'll tell you how I wanna feel
Now that the walls have been broke
I'll tell you how I wanna feel
Wanderlust
With us, the world feels voluptuous
I just feel more, with us
It's a feeling that I've come to trust
It's a feeling that I've come to trust
It's a feeling that I've come
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
Funny how that little pound will buy a lot of luck
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
In your mother tongue, what's the verb to suck?
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
Funny how that little pound will buy a lot of luck
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
In your mother tongue, what's the verb to suck?
Don't confuse me with someone who gives a fuck
Funny how that little pound will buy a lot of luck
@ShesSoCoolLike
I'm going to miss this Band
@yatesy117
Glad that I got to see them four times live. Always brilliant
@nmars3123
Wow. I’ve rediscovered this song for the first time in 8 years. Still such a banger. Thank God I randomly remembered it today
@steveorino3073
I go every 3 for years or so and something all the sudden reminds me of this song and I find my self back here
@h4r4
Saw these guys in my hometown just before they called it quits. So glad I seen them.
@gimedatmuny
Wow man so dope
@giulianeda
I have seen them too but I can't remember much and I wish I can... they are amazing.
@JonnyBGone
There has never been a more beautiful delivery of the word 'fuck.'
@sudapornobom5368
Wild Beasts is my no.1 fav band. Their sound like the destiny for my ear. They're different and always be cool and do what they want to do...the result is amazing. I hope their new album's gonna be awesome again. Not hope they'll be!
@gameoverwehaveeverypixelco1258
HIS VOICE IS GOLDEN.