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.
Waves
Young the Giant Lyrics
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Chemical is on its way
And my box is packed
Or should I stay? (it's coming)
We can analyze, philosophize
But who's to say
All we know is
We're here today
Look in my eyes
This is just the reason why I stay
I know there are things we shouldn't say
Blame it on the reason why I came
Maybe cause I couldn't feel the
Pain
Fight the fear
Taste the grip
Feel the slip
Shake the soul
Feel the waves
In and out, and in and out, and in and out
Look in my eyes
This is just the reason why I stay
I know there are things we shouldn't say
Blame it on the reason why I came
Maybe cause I couldn't feel the
Pain
Feel the weight wash away
All the mistakes I've made
Living in time on my own
Tearing the soul from bone
Letting the tide suck me in
And chemicals burst in
These are my only friends
Giving me waves until the end
Ooh
"Chemical is on its way" could refer to drugs or alcohol, ready to numb the pain or help someone escape from reality. The lyric "And my box is packed, or should I stay" suggests that the singer is contemplating leaving, possibly to start a new life, but is unsure whether to actually go through with it. The lines "We can analyze, philosophize, but who's to say, all we know is we're here today" convey a sense of uncertainty and impermanence, highlighting the idea that life is fleeting and unpredictable.
The chorus, "Look in my eyes, this is just the reason why I stay," implies that there is someone or something that the singer is committed to staying for, despite the difficulties they face. The lines "I know there are things we shouldn't say, blame it on the reason why I came, maybe cause I couldn't feel the pain" suggest that the singer may have come to this situation as a form of escape or a way to avoid confronting their emotions. The lines "Fight the fear, taste the grip, feel the slip, shake the soul, feel the waves, in and out, and in and out, and in and out" suggest that the singer is going through some kind of tumultuous emotional experience, filled with fear, insecurity, and uncertainty, but also with moments of release, freedom, and surrender.
Line by Line Meaning
Chemical is on its way
There's a change coming towards me.
And my box is packed
I'm prepared to leave or to stay.
Or should I stay? (it's coming)
I'm not sure if I want to face the change or not.
We can analyze, philosophize
We can discuss and think about it all we want.
But who's to say
Ultimately, no one knows for sure what's going to happen.
All we know is
We only have the present moment.
Look in my eyes
Notice the sincerity in my expression.
This is just the reason why I stay
This is the motivation behind my decision to stay.
I know there are things we shouldn't say
I understand that there are unspeakable truths.
Blame it on the reason why I came
Attribute it to my initial intentions.
Maybe cause I couldn't feel the Pain
Perhaps because I was numb to emotional agony.
Fight the fear
Conquer the apprehension.
Taste the grip
Experience the sensation of taking hold of something.
Feel the slip
Feel the loss of control.
Shake the soul
Stir the innermost part of oneself.
Feel the waves
Savor the highs and lows of life.
In and out, and in and out, and in and out
Riding the rhythm of life's ups and downs.
Feel the weight wash away
Sense the burdens melting off.
All the mistakes I've made
Regrets and missteps falling into the past.
Living in time on my own
Navigating through life alone.
Tearing the soul from bone
Experiencing intense pain or sorrow that feels unbearable.
Letting the tide suck me in
Being pulled in by the force of change.
And chemicals burst in
Feeling intense emotions and reactions.
These are my only friends
In these moments, emotions feel like the only companions.
Giving me waves until the end
Providing me with life's highs and lows until the end of time.
Ooh
An expression of feeling or emotion, like an exclamation or sigh.
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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@jared_per
This song must have taken so much time. Definitely real musical skill to make. I'm not a professional music theorist, but here are some things I catch that put this song, and this band over the top. Making a good song into a masterpiece.
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The whole song musically throws you in all directions like physical waves, hard to find a center. I can interpret the lyrics about a relationship gone awry or drug addiction. Both fit with the vibe you get from the music. Throughout the song, the left/right channels keeps you guessing what is going on, adding to the waves feeling.
The first verse is a polyrhythms with the guitar playing in 3/4 and the rest in 4/4 (known as common time because almost all western music is in common time). Something you rarely see in music. Only when the chorus hits the time signatures synchronize into 4/4, on the words "This is just the reason why I stay", as if this reason finally gives him balance, clarity in his life. The guitar part has a part that hits hard for me between the lyric gaps. It has a descending upper note that just feels almost desperate.
In the second verse, you'll notice this time all parts are in 3/4 time, apart from drums. Still feeling some of the clarity from before as he begins with "Taste the grip", but then it goes to "Shake the soul", ending with a subtle bass drum boom.The guitar part altering between the left ear, middle and then right. I also notice a tiny gap in the sound here between the guitar notes that throws you off a little bit.
At 2:46 the audio goes entirely on the left channel. I feel like I'm laying down and my right ear is covered. Depending on your interpretation, maybe it's laying down after a drug crash, or laying down after being heartbroken. The high hat pattern is un-predictable and strange (in a good way). We then get the synth like instrument. Very shaky sound, very trippy.
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This is easily one of my favorite songs of all time, I can just listen to it on repeat. Lyrics are profound, music is superb.
@delphinem2
"Waves" lyrics
YOUNG THE GIANT LYRICS
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"Waves"
Here it goes
Chemical is on its way
And my box is packed
Or should I stay? (it's coming)
We can analyze, philosophize
But who's to say
All we know is
We're here today
Look in my eyes
This is just the reason why I stay
I know there are things we shouldn't say
Blame it on the reason why I came
Maybe cause I couldn't feel the
Pain
Fight the fear
Taste the grip
Feel the slip
Shake the soul
Feel the waves
In and out, and in and out, and in and out
Look in my eyes
This is just the reason why I stay
I know there are things we shouldn't say
Blame it on the reason why I came
Maybe cause I couldn't feel the
Pain
Feel the weight wash away
All the mistakes I've made
Living in time on my own
Tearing the soul from bone
Letting the tide suck me in
And chemicals burst in
These are my only friends
Giving me waves until the end
Ooooooh
@codyobrien8030
sameer's voice is so beautiful
@jared_per
This song must have taken so much time. Definitely real musical skill to make. I'm not a professional music theorist, but here are some things I catch that put this song, and this band over the top. Making a good song into a masterpiece.
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The whole song musically throws you in all directions like physical waves, hard to find a center. I can interpret the lyrics about a relationship gone awry or drug addiction. Both fit with the vibe you get from the music. Throughout the song, the left/right channels keeps you guessing what is going on, adding to the waves feeling.
The first verse is a polyrhythms with the guitar playing in 3/4 and the rest in 4/4 (known as common time because almost all western music is in common time). Something you rarely see in music. Only when the chorus hits the time signatures synchronize into 4/4, on the words "This is just the reason why I stay", as if this reason finally gives him balance, clarity in his life. The guitar part has a part that hits hard for me between the lyric gaps. It has a descending upper note that just feels almost desperate.
In the second verse, you'll notice this time all parts are in 3/4 time, apart from drums. Still feeling some of the clarity from before as he begins with "Taste the grip", but then it goes to "Shake the soul", ending with a subtle bass drum boom.The guitar part altering between the left ear, middle and then right. I also notice a tiny gap in the sound here between the guitar notes that throws you off a little bit.
At 2:46 the audio goes entirely on the left channel. I feel like I'm laying down and my right ear is covered. Depending on your interpretation, maybe it's laying down after a drug crash, or laying down after being heartbroken. The high hat pattern is un-predictable and strange (in a good way). We then get the synth like instrument. Very shaky sound, very trippy.
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This is easily one of my favorite songs of all time, I can just listen to it on repeat. Lyrics are profound, music is superb.
@ericbishop5495
Most underrated comment on this video.
@jared_per
@@ericbishop5495 Thanks!
@MylotheZooLovingScientist
Honestly my favorite song from this album. The chorus is so beautiful.
@hlumaxako6086
Hello Coldplayerrrr
@dancingheart6224
You have good taste in music! This and your Coldplay profile say a lot.
@ennvee1989
Same❤
@itsizziman
THE END OF THE SONG (starting at 2:50) IS MY FAVORITE PART. it so waaaaaaavy ~~~~ I LOVE IT! <3333
@maxviclomax9327
Have you seen them live they were awesome loved the concert