"How did we get here?" is the question that seems to be most heavily weighi… Read Full Bio ↴"How did we get here?" is the question that seems to be most heavily weighing on the collective mind of You, Me, and Everyone We Know in these last few months. After all, their decision to head into the studio to record a follow up to their 2006 release Party For The Grown and Sexy wasn't one made months in advance with the utmost of care and planning; It was instead brought on by a van fire that destroyed most of their possessions and the place they had come to call home. In the year leading up to this event, You, Me, and Everyone We Know, comprised of Ben Liebsch, Rico Vigil, Aaron Stern (formerly of Matchbook Romance), and Noel Milford, took the stage at South By Southwest, Bamboozle, Warped Tour and supported tours for such acts as I Am The Avalanche, The Dear Hunter, Four Year Strong, Just Surrender, Every Avenue, Sing it Loud, and The Color Fred just to name a few. Their 8 song EP, Party for the Grown and Sexy, was released for free in January; quickly reaching nearly 30,000 downloads, and has been widely acclaimed by artists, industry and fans alike.

The band's drummer, Aaron Stern, recalls the few minutes preceding the blaze: "We were actually mid-argument about releasing new music on our own when the tire initially blew. After we watched the van burn up, we kind of took it as a sign to get our tails in the studio." You, Me, and Everyone We Know then quickly enlisted the services of producer Josh Cain (of Motion City Soundtrack) and made plans to begin recording in Minneapolis days after ending a tour with the city's own Sing It Loud. So, the band picked itself back up, made the trek to Minnesota, and began recording an EP they would aptly name, So Young, So Insane.

You, Me, and Everyone We Know continues to draw from similar influences on their latest effort, though the band doesn't deny growing a little over the last two years. "The core of this band is definitely still here," says guitarist Noel Milford. "I think no matter kind of feel a song has, you're definitely going to know it's us playing it."

Things are changing for You, Me, and Everyone We Know, with So Young, So Insane set to be released on November 18th, a full U.S. Tour in November and December, and an attitude that anything CAN and WILL happen. In keeping with the "unsigned and just fine" attitude they have come to adopt over the last 2 or so years, You, Me, and Everyone We Know has once again elected to give away their new EP, So Young, So Insane, digitally for a limited time. "The days of 'needing' a label are gone for us," says guitarist Rico Vigil. "If and when we sign, we will look back on this knowing it was the smartest decision we ever made for this band."

Livin' Th' Dream
You Me and Everyone We Know Lyrics

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Yesterday I turned 23
The date didn't mean that much to me
Then I started adding figures up in my head
It seems the cost of dreaming's left me in the red.

Because of alcohol I've shared sixteen beds
There's a five year reunion hanging over my head
At least 11'000 people think I'm something I'm not

The courage to let them down isn't something I've still got.

Sometimes I want to cheat but I don't
I want to quite but I won't
'cause I made this bed.

Give me a shovel you'll be amazed
At how fast I dig a grave
Baby just, lay in it.

You're only brave 'til you're scared
You're only unique until compared
To every other worthless f**k trying to
Crawl into bed tonight.

You can't afford to live like this (Yes we can, yes we can)
You can't be dumb enough to dream so big (Yes we can, yes we can)
Because we'll sail through the sleazy seas
Past all the casting couches, rug burned knees
No I'm not done yet, you know I'm only getting started.

You can't afford to live like this
You can't be dumb enough to dream so big.
Yeah we'll sail through the sleazy seas
Past all the casting couches, rug burned knees
No I'm not done yet.

You can't afford to live like this (Yes we can, yes we can)
You can't be dumb enough to dream so big (Yes we can, yes we can)
Because we'll sail through the sleazy seas

Past all the casting couches, rug burned knees
No I'm not done yet, you know I'm only getting started.

Overall Meaning

The song "Livin' Th' Dream" by You Me And Everyone We Know is a reflection on the cost of pursuing one's dreams and the sacrifices that are made along the way. The song starts with the singer turning 23, a seemingly insignificant event that leads him to ponder the price of his aspirations. He realizes that the cost of pursuing his dreams has left him in the red, and he has made sacrifices such as sleeping in multiple different beds due to alcohol and constantly feeling the weight of public expectations, such as a looming five-year reunion.

The singer recognizes that sometimes he wants to take shortcuts or give up altogether, but he continues to persevere because he feels that he has made his bed and must lie in it. He reluctantly acknowledges that he is not as brave or unique as he once thought, and that many others are just as naive and desperate for success as he is. The song concludes on a defiant note, with the singer proclaiming that he will continue to pursue his dreams despite the challenges and setbacks.

Overall, "Livin' Th' Dream" is a stark portrayal of the harsh realities of chasing one's dreams and the toll it can take on an individual. The lyrics are raw and honest, reflecting the frustration, anxiety, and determination that often accompany the pursuit of success.

Line by Line Meaning

Yesterday I turned 23
I turned 23 years old yesterday

The date didn't mean that much to me
The date of my birthday is not very significant

Then I started adding figures up in my head
I began to calculate the costs and benefits of my dreams

It seems the cost of dreaming's left me in the red.
My dreams have cost me more than I can afford and I am now in debt

Because of alcohol I've shared sixteen beds
I have slept with 16 different people under the influence of alcohol

There's a five year reunion hanging over my head
I feel pressure to succeed before my high school reunion in five years

At least 11'000 people think I'm something I'm not
I have followers on social media who have an image of me that is not entirely truthful

The courage to let them down isn't something I've still got.
I don't have the confidence to disappoint my followers by revealing my true self

Sometimes I want to cheat but I don't
I am tempted to cheat on my partner, but I resist the temptation

I want to quit but I won't
I want to give up, but I am determined to keep going

'cause I made this bed.
I am responsible for the situation I am in

Give me a shovel you'll be amazed
I am willing to work hard to achieve my dreams

At how fast I dig a grave
I am willing to work so hard that I could wear myself out quickly

Baby just, lay in it.
I am willing to face the consequences of my actions

You're only brave 'til you're scared
Everyone feels courageous until they face fear

You're only unique until compared
Our individuality is lost when compared to others

To every other worthless f**k trying to
We are all trying to succeed or make a difference, but we often fail

Crawl into bed tonight.
We must face the consequences of our actions or inaction

You can't afford to live like this (Yes we can, yes we can)
Our current lifestyle is not sustainable or feasible, but we are in denial

You can't be dumb enough to dream so big (Yes we can, yes we can)
We should not be naive or foolish enough to pursue our grandest dreams, but we are still determined to do so

Because we'll sail through the sleazy seas
We will navigate through difficult challenges and situations

Past all the casting couches, rug burned knees
We will face setbacks, rejections, and disappointments, but we will still move forward

No I'm not done yet, you know I'm only getting started.
I am not finished pursuing my dreams and ambitions, and I have a long way to go

You can't afford to live like this
Our current lifestyle and choices are detrimental to our well-being

Yeah we'll sail through the sleazy seas
We will overcome any obstacles and setbacks we face

No I'm not done yet.
I will continue striving towards my goals

Yes we can, yes we can
We are confident and determined to succeed despite our challenges

You can't be dumb enough to dream so big
We should not be naïve or foolish enough to pursue our grandest dreams

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