In 2004 Wolfmother began appearing at several high profile music events, such as Homebake and the Big Day Out. They also released their debut self-titled EP through Modular Recordings.
In 2005 the band made their way to Los Angeles, working alongside producer Dave Sardy (of Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Marilyn Manson, and Oasis fame) to record their self-titled debut album, released in October 2005.
In 2006 Wolfmother dominated the Australian Recording Industry Association awards (ARIAs), taking Best Breakthrough Album, Best Rock Album, and Best Group.
In August 2008, after headlining the Splendour in the Grass festival in Byron Bay, Australia, bass/keyboard player Chris Ross and drummer Myles Heskett resigned, leaving just singer/guitarist Andrew Stockdale. Andrew planned to find new musicians before recording another album.
From February 2009 the new line up appeared in two secret gigs under the name Whitefeather. The band officially consists of Dave Atkins on drums, Ian Peres on bass and organ, and Aidan Nemeth as the surprise fourth member and a new guitarist. The new line up's first album, Cosmic Egg, was released in 2009.
Now drummer Dave Atkins has decided to leave the band to spend more time at home with his family; he will be temporarily be replaced by The Mooney Suzuki and Har Mar Superstar drummer Will Rockwell-Scott.
Far Away
Wolfmother Lyrics
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When you're far away
When you're far away?
The nights are long
Well its nothing that you never seen
But it's hard to say
But it's hard to say
Don't listen to the words they say
Just let it go another day
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
Step down from the mountainside
Well I see that you're doing fine
When you're far away
When you're far away
Well you tell me that you're coming down
Well it's good to see that you're back around
But it's hard to say, I was far away
Don't listen to the words they say
They could never believe you anyway
Just let it go another day
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
Can you believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
The lyrics of "Far Away" by Wolfmother are open to interpretation as there are many possible meanings to the song. However, the song appears to be about a relationship that is tested by distance, with one partner living far away from the other. The lyrics suggest that despite the physical distance, the love between the two individuals is strong enough to withstand it. The first verse mentions the difficulty of being apart, while the chorus expresses the belief that love is eternal and exists within one's own mind. The second verse describes the reunion of the two partners and their relief at being reunited. The song ends with a repetition of the belief that love is everlasting.
Perhaps one could interpret the song as a message to someone special who has been away for a long time. The song suggests that even when someone is far away, they are still in the singer's thoughts and that the singer believes their love will endure. The lyrics may also convey a sense of longing and desire for the other person, as well as a sense of difficulty or sadness resulting from their absence. In any case, "Far Away" is a moving and emotional song that speaks to the power of love and the human experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't you ever, get together
Asks the question of whether two people should ever reunite
When you're far away
Asks if that distance between two ever really goes away
When you're far away?
Repeats the question from the previous line
The nights are long
The act of missing someone can make time feel much longer
Well its nothing that you never seen
The experience of being far apart isn't new to anyone
But it's hard to say
It may be difficult to put into words how separation feels
But it's hard to say
Repeats the previous line for emphasis
Don't listen to the words they say
Ignore what other people say about your relationship, it's up to you
They could take it or leave it anyway
Others may not care about your relationship as much as you do
Just let it go another day
Don't worry about it for today, let tomorrow deal with tomorrow
I believe that love is gonna last forever
An expression of hope that this love will stand the test of time
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
The idea that this love is a mental construct
Step down from the mountainside
Metaphor for coming down from a lonely, isolated place
Well I see that you're doing fine
Seeing that the other person is okay is a relief
When you're far away
The distance between two people can create anxiety, even if things are okay
When you're far away
Repeats the previous line for emphasis
Well you tell me that you're coming down
The other person mentions they're going to be closer soon
Well it's good to see that you're back around
Reassurance that things are returning to normal
But it's hard to say, I was far away
Admits that being separated created some distance that needs to be bridged
Don't listen to the words they say
Repeats a previous line
They could never believe you anyway
Others may not be able to understand the relationship, so don't worry about them
Just let it go another day
Repeats a previous line
I believe that love is gonna last forever
Repeats a previous line
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
Repeats a previous line
I believe that love is gonna last forever
Repeats a previous line
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
Repeats a previous line
I believe that love is gonna last forever
Repeats a previous line
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
Repeats a previous line
Can you believe that love is gonna last forever
Asks if the other person shares this belief
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
Repeats a previous line
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Written by: ANDREW JAMES STOCKDALE
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Alex Rodríguez
Don't you ever, get together
When you're far away
When you're far away?
The nights are long
Well its nothing that you never seen
But it's hard to say
But it's hard to say
Don't listen to the words they say
They could take it or leave it anyway
Just let it go another day
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
Step down from the mountainside
Well I see that you're doing fine
When you're far away
When you're far away
Well you tell me that you're coming down
Well it's good to see that you're back around
But it's hard to say, I was far away
Don't listen to the words they say
They could never believe you anyway
Just let it go another day
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
I believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
Can you believe that love is gonna last forever
And it's all within my mind, and it's all within my mind
PublicEnemy-1
I seriously don't understand why Wolfmother aren't touring arenas around the world right now, Their music is amazing !
Martin McNickle
***** If you don't understand, you're part of the problem.
Ashley M
I agree PublicEnemy-1!!
Teejey101
+PublicEnemy-1 I got to see them in Norway just before the release of this album, had the time of my life! They actually came to a musicfestival in my hometown, was unbelieveable!
Nolan Randall
I saw them twice this year in Toronto. The second show there was about 150 people there. It was absolutely amazing and I felt privileged to be part of such a small audience. They should be placed in the top echelon of modern bands worldwide and selling out arenas.
PublicEnemy-1
***** You're so lucky mate! I fucking love Victorious! Quality album in my opinion and hopefully I'll be able to see them live someday. White Unicorn is my all time favourite song :)
CultureVulture
Easily the best album from this band.
Every song is great in its own way.
So happy I remembered this album today and added it to my playlist. ✌️
Norriz
This song is going to be playing at my wedding
1usuariosemnome
9 anos ouvindo, e ainda me emociona como na primeira vez que escutei. ♥
jrgsen
I'l admit that I just cried while listening to this song. It made me think of the past and how one's best friends from primary and secondary school can just disappear from your life, maybe to another school, state, or area. U dont think about it then but in the decades I have left to live, I'll probably never see them again. Just can't keep myself together when i think about that. And while friendship, school, and life itself pass you by, love will always last forever, and it's always in my mind