The band released their debut self-titled album, Young the Giant, on 25 January 2011, which was preceded by a digital-only release in October 2010. The first single, "My Body," reached #5 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart, and a second single, "Cough Syrup," reached #3 on the same chart.
Previously, the band was known as The Jakes. They released a 7 song EP, Shake My Hand, in 2008, which including two songs ("Garands" and "Cough Syrup") now on the current self-titled album Young the Giant.
Mind Over Matter
Young the Giant Lyrics
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Does it matter to any of us?
Don't change the subject
I'm heavy on your love
I missed that train, New York City, it rains
Fly to east L.A. in big jet planes
You know you're on my mind
I'll be shakin' it
'Cause I'm a young man after all
And when the seasons change
Will you stand by me?
'Cause I'm a young man built to fall
Mind over matter
I'm in tatters thinkin' about her
Taste my disaster
It's heavy on my tongue
All the lights aglow
Tokyo snows
Go to watch the show
Curtain's closed
I'm watching you this time
And if the world don't break
I'll be shakin' it
'Cause I'm a young man after all
And when the seasons change
Will you stand by me?
'Cause I'm a young man built to fall
I missed that train, New York City, it rains
Fly to east L.A. in big jet planes
You know you're on my mind
All the lights aglow
Tokyo, snows
Go to watch the show, curtain's closed
I'm watching you this time
Mind over matter
Mind over matter
You know you're on my mind
And if the world don't break
I'll be shakin' it
'Cause I'm a young man after all
And when the seasons change
Will you stand by me (Fly to east L.A.)
'Cause I'm a young man built to fall
And if the world don't break
And when the seasons change, will you stand by me?
'Cause I'm a young man built to fall
The lyrics of Young the Giant's song "Mind Over Matter" are about a young man who thinks about a woman constantly, and despite the world's potential turmoil or changes in the seasons, he hopes she will stand by him. The song's chorus talks about shaking it (the world) if it does not break, and the singer identifies himself as "a young man built to fall." The lines "Mind over matter / Does it matter to any of us?" suggest that the singer is struggling to move on from this woman but acknowledges that their relationship may not be important to anyone else.
In the following lines, the singer describes traveling by train, plane, and in different cities, perhaps searching for something, but he cannot shake the thought of this woman from his head. He sings about Tokyo and watching a show behind a closed curtain, potentially alluding to feeling separated from the rest of the world because of his feelings. The song ends with a repetition of the phrase "mind over matter" and a plea to the woman to stand by him regardless of the changes that may come.
Line by Line Meaning
Mind over matter
The power of the mind to control the body and emotions
Does it matter to any of us?
Questioning the relevance of the power of the mind in the grand scheme of things
Don't change the subject
Urging someone to stay on topic
I'm heavy on your love
Being deeply in love with someone
I missed that train, New York City, it rains
Regretting a missed opportunity
Fly to east L.A. in big jet planes
Going to great lengths for love
You know you're on my mind
Constantly thinking of someone
And if the world don't break
Contemplating the uncertain future
I'll be shakin' it
Rolling with the punches and facing challenges head on
'Cause I'm a young man after all
Having a youthful spirit and energy
And when the seasons change
Acknowledging the passing of time and the inevitability of change
Will you stand by me?
Asking for someone's loyalty and support
'Cause I'm a young man built to fall
Being vulnerable and prone to make mistakes
I'm in tatters thinkin' about her
Being emotionally wrecked over someone
Taste my disaster
Feeling the consequences of one's actions
It's heavy on my tongue
Feeling burdened by emotions
All the lights aglow
Being captivated by the beauty of a place
Tokyo snows
Experiencing a unique and foreign environment
Go to watch the show
Taking in the sights and experiences of a new place
Curtain's closed
Accepting that some experiences must come to an end
I'm watching you this time
Being present in the moment and appreciating someone's company
Mind over matter
The power of the mind to control the body and emotions
And if the world don't break
Contemplating the uncertain future
Will you stand by me (Fly to east L.A.)
Asking for someone's loyalty and willingness to go to great lengths for love
And when the seasons change, will you stand by me?
Seeking reassurance of someone's love and support through difficult times
'Cause I'm a young man built to fall
Being vulnerable and prone to make mistakes despite one's best efforts
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Eric Matthew Cannata, Francois Paul Comtois, Jacob John Tilley, Payam Reza Doostzadeh, Sameer Gadhia
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100 reasons to stay alive:
1. to make your parents proud
2. to conquer your fears
3. to see your family again
4. to see your Favorite artist live
5. to listen to music again
6. to experience a new culture
7. to make new friends
8. to inspire
9. to have your own children
10. to adopt your own pet
11. to make yourself proud
12. to meet your idols
13. to laugh until you cry
14. to feel tears of happiness
15. to eat your favorite food
16. to see your siblings grow
17. to pass school
18. to get tattoo
19. to smile until your cheeks hurt
20. to meet your internet friends
21. to find someone who loves you like you deserve
22. to eat ice cream on a hot day
23. to drink hot chocolate on a cold day
24. to see untouched snow in the morning
25. to see a sunset that sets the sky on fire
26. to see stars light up the sky
27. to read a book that changes your life
28. to see the flowers in the spring
29. to see the leaves change from green to brown
30. to travel abroad
31. to learn a new language
32. to learn to draw
33. to tell others your story in the hopes of helping them
34. Puppy kisses.
35. Baby kisses (the open mouthed kind when they smack their lips on your cheek).
36. Swear words and the release you feel when you say them.
37. Trampolines.
38. Ice cream.
39. Stargazing.
40. Cloud watching.
41. Taking a shower and then sleeping in clean sheets.
42. Receiving thoughtful gifts.
43. “I saw this and thought of you."
44. The feeling you get when someone you love says, “I love you."
45. The relief you feel after crying.
46. Sunshine.
47. The feeling you get when someone is listening to you/giving you their full attention.
48. Your future wedding.
49. Your favorite candy bar.
50. New clothes.
51. Witty puns.
52. Really good bread.
53. Holding your child in your arms for the first time.
54. Completing a milestone (aka going to college, graduating college, getting married, getting your dream job.)
55. The kind of dreams where you wake up and can’t stop smiling.
56. The smell before and after it rains
57. The sound of rain against a rooftop.
58. The feeling you get when you’re dancing.
59. The person (or people) that mean the most to you. Stay alive for them.
60. Trying out new recipes.
61. The feeling you get when your favorite song comes on the radio.
62. The rush you get when you step onto a stage.
63. You have to share your voice and talents and knowledge with the world because they are so valuable.
64.Breakfast in bed.
65. Getting a middle seat in the movie theater.
66. Breakfast for dinner (because it’s so much better at night than in the morning).
67. Pray (if you are religious)
68. Forgiveness.
69. Water balloon fights.
70. New books by your favorite authors.
71. Fireflies.
72. Birthdays.
73. Realizing that someone loves you.
74. Spending the day with someone like you.
75. Opportunity to create meaningful and lasting relationships.
76. Potential to learn, grow, and evolve as a person.
77. Joy and happiness in the little things.
78. The power to inspire others.
79. The ability to create art, music, and other forms of self-expression.
80. To explore different cultures, traditions, and ways of life.
81. To make a positive impact on the environment and help protect the planet.
82. Experience the joys of parenthood and raise a family.
83. Learn new things and develop new skills.
84. Create a legacy that will outlive you.
85. Being wrapped up in a warm bed.
86. Cuddles
87. Holding hands.
88. The kind of hugs when you can feel a weight being lifted off your shoulders. The kind of hug where your breath syncs with the other person’s, and you feel like the only two people in the world.
89. Singing off key with your best friends.
90. Road trips.
91. Spontaneous adventures.
92. The feeling of sand beneath your toes.
93. The feeling when the first ocean wave rolls up and envelops your toes and ankles and knees.
94. Thunderstorms.
95. Your first (or hundredth) trip to Disneyland.
96. The taste of your favorite food.
97. The child-like feeling you get on Christmas morning.
98. The day when everything finally goes your way.
99. Compliments and praise.
100. to look on this moment in 10 years time and realize you did it.
Ps : Never forget you are a beautiful person 💕 Life is so beautiful so live, live like no one else exist, live for yourself, don't care of bad people, you are strong, i love you 🫶🏼
@rafaelasa1964
Lyrics
Mind over matter
Does it matter to any of us?
Don't change the subject
I'm heavy on your love
I missed that train
New York City: it rains!
Fly to East L.A. in big jet planes
You know you're on my mind
And if the world don't break
I'll be shaking it
Cuz I'm a young man after all!
And when the seasons change
Will you stand by me?
Cuz I'm a young man built to fall!
Mind over matter
I'm in tatters thinking about her
Taste my disaster
It's heavy on my tongue
All the lights aglow
Tokyo snows
Go to watch the show
Curtain's closed
I'm watching you this time
@razzycorn
Lyrics:
Mind over matter
Does it matter to any of us?
Don't change the subject
I'm heavy on your love
I missed that train, New York city - it rains!
Fly to east L.A. in big jet planes
You know you're on my mind
And if the world don't break
I'll be shakin' it
'Cause I'm a young man after all
And when the seasons change
Will you stand by me?
'Cause I'm a young man built to fall
Mind over matter,
I'm in tatters thinkin' about her
Taste my disaster
It's heavy on my tongue
All the lights aglow
Tokyo - snows
Go to watch the show
Curtain's closed!
I'm watching you this time
And if the world don't break
I'll be shakin' it
'Cause I'm a young man after all
And when the seasons change
Will you stand by me?
'Cause I'm a young man built to fall
I missed that train
New York city - it rains!
Fly to east L.A. in big jet planes
You know you're on my mind
All the lights aglow
Tokyo - sno-ooows
Go to watch the show - curtain's closed
I'm watching you this time
Mind over matter
Mind over matter,
You know you're on my mind!
And if the world don't break
I'll be shakin' it
'Cause I'm a young man after all
And when the seasons change
I missed that train, will you stand by me!
(Fly to east L.A.)
'Cause I'm a young man built to fall
And if the world don't break!
All the lights aglow
Tokyo - sno-ooows
Go to watch the show - curtain's closed)
And when the seasons change, will you stand by me?
'Cause I'm a young man built to fall
@rennash2
when he yells "and when the seasons change" i get goosebumps every time
@mokeii444
fax
@noa9795
Thank you omg
@AlexBiron
Pretty much
@stonewilkinson7244
I literally heard that part as I read it and got goosebumps
@retaj6873
Me too 🥺
@taylorfleming8123
AND WHEN THE SEASONS CHANGE
@JC-dt9vk
WILL YOU STAND BY ME?
@LaylaDoesStuff
'CAUSE I'M A YOUNG (WO)MAN BUILT TO FALL
@iRosati
MIND OVER MATTER