The band's music is an eclectic mix of genres, including alternative rock, indie rock, and pop. They are known for their energetic and emotional live performances, which are often accompanied by elaborate visuals and lighting.
X Ambassadors' breakthrough came with the release of their debut album, "VHS," in 2015. The album spawned several hit singles, including "Renegades," "Unsteady," and "Jungle," which have collectively amassed over a billion streams on Spotify alone. "VHS" also featured collaborations with other artists, including Imagine Dragons and Jamie N Commons.
One of the band's defining characteristics is their willingness to address personal and social issues through their music. For instance, "Unsteady" is a poignant reflection on the Harris brothers' upbringing with a mother who battled substance abuse, while "Renegades" is a call for rebellion against societal norms.
X Ambassadors have also been vocal advocates for mental health awareness and have worked with organizations like the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the JED Foundation. In 2019, they launched their own initiative, the "Joyful Tour," which aimed to destigmatize mental health issues and promote self-care among fans.
In addition to their studio albums, X Ambassadors have released several EPs and singles over the years, showcasing their versatility as a band. They have also collaborated with other artists on various projects, including the soundtrack for the Netflix film "Bright" and the song "Home" with Machine Gun Kelly and Bebe Rexha.
Nervous
X Ambassadors Lyrics
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Ain't it all too good?
Looks like Lady Luck is waking up on the right side
Doing just fine
Get along just fine
I keep waking up afraid to look on the bright side
I get nervous when I'm happy
I get nervous when I'm happy
I get nervous 'cause what comes up must come down, ooh ooh ho ooh
Okay
Doing A-okay
I feel right as rain, and I can't complain, it's amazing
And I'm getting alright
There's not a cloud in sight
Lifts me off my feet, feels so sweet I can taste it
I get nervous when I'm happy
I get nervous 'cause what comes up must come down
I get nervous when I'm happy
I get nervous 'cause what comes up must come down, ooh ooh ho ooh
I get nervous (ooh ooh ho ooh)
I get nervous (ooh ooh ho ooh)
I get nervous 'cause what comes up must come down (ooh ooh ho ooh)
(I, I, I get) I get nervous
(I, I, I get) ah so nervous
(I, I, I get) I get nervous
(I, I, I get)
I get nervous when I'm happy
I get nervous cause what comes up must come down
I get nervous when I'm happy
I get nervous cause what comes up must come down, ooh ooh ho ooh
I get nervous (ooh ooh ho ooh)
I get nervous (ooh ooh ho ooh)
I get nervous 'cause what comes up must come down (ooh ooh ho ooh)
The lyrics of X Ambassadors' "Nervous" speak to the idea of the fear of the unknown, even when things seem to be going well. The first verse sets up a contrast between the singer's apprehension and the appearance of things going smoothly. The idea of Lady Luck being on the right side suggests that things are going well, but the singer is still "afraid to look on the bright side." The idea of anticipation and apprehension is highlighted in the chorus, where the singer admits to being nervous when happy, because "what comes up must come down." This line suggests a fear of the inevitable letdown that follows good things.
The second verse continues with the theme of things going well, with the singer doing "A-okay." However, there is still a sense of apprehension as the singer hesitantly admits that things are "amazing" and "feels so sweet I can taste it." The chorus repeats the message of the inevitability of negative experiences following positive ones. The repetition of "I get nervous" underscores the idea that this is an ongoing, recurring feeling. The repetition also serves to emphasize the contradiction of feeling nervous when happy.
Overall, the lyrics of "Nervous" speak to the common experience of uncertainty and the fear of loss, even when things seem to be going well. The tension between the positive and negative aspects of life is captured in the uneasy feeling of being nervous when happy.
Line by Line Meaning
Too good
Things seem to be going exceedingly well
Ain't it all too good?
Isn't it too good to be true?
Looks like Lady Luck is waking up on the right side
Good fortune seems to be on the horizon
Doing just fine
Everything is going well
Get along just fine
There are no problems here
I keep waking up afraid to look on the bright side
Despite the good circumstances, there is still a sense of anxiety and hesitance
I get nervous when I'm happy
Positive emotions bring a sense of apprehension and unease
I get nervous 'cause what comes up must come down
There is a fear that good times will inevitably end
Okay
Things are alright
Doing A-okay
Everything is going very well
I feel right as rain, and I can't complain, it's amazing
Everything is perfect and there are no issues to speak of
And I'm getting alright
Things are starting to improve even more
There's not a cloud in sight
There are no problems currently present
Lifts me off my feet, feels so sweet I can taste it
The happiness is almost overwhelming
I get nervous (ooh ooh ho ooh)
The anxiety persists
I get nervous 'cause what comes up must come down (ooh ooh ho ooh)
The fear of losing the good times remains
(I, I, I get) I get nervous
The anxiety is a persistent feeling
(I, I, I get) ah so nervous
The anxiety is intense and overwhelming
I get nervous when I'm happy
Positive emotions trigger feelings of unease
I get nervous cause what comes up must come down
The fear that everything will eventually go wrong persists
I get nervous (ooh ooh ho ooh)
The anxiety remains
I get nervous 'cause what comes up must come down (ooh ooh ho ooh)
The fear of losing the good times lingers
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ADAM LEVIN, ALEXANDER JUNIOR GRANT, CASEY WAKELEY HARRIS, NOAH G. FELDSHUH, SAMUEL NELSON HARRIS
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