Background
Daniel Blumberg and Max Bloom left their previous group Cajun Dance Party in 2008. They formed Yuck in 2009 in London, England. The pair released two singles on vinyl only ("Rubber" and "Georgia") in early 2010 and recruited Jonny Rogoff on drums and Mariko Doi on bass (who had just recently left the group Levelload) shortly after. The group began recording its debut studio album in the summer of the same year in London in Max Bloom's parents' house.[7][8]
Yuck released its debut single "Holing Out" on 20 February 2011.
Critical Reception
Yuck received positive reviews from music critics. At Metacritic, which assigns a normalized rating out of 100 to reviews from mainstream critics, the album received an average score of 81, based on 35 reviews, indicating "universal acclaim".[11] Tim Sendra of AllMusic called it "an impressively assured debut from such a young band" and wrote that the band's" love of shoegaze and loud/quiet '90s guitar rock is unadulterated and it translates into the songs and the sound, making it a pure and easy-to-love album for all those who have ever been fans themselves."[12] Sam Majeske of Consequence of Sound described it as "a refreshingly diverse album consisting of a dozen songs as enthralling as those from any of the band’s influences."[1] J. Edward Keyes of Rolling Stone's wrote, "Yuck channel their college-rock jones with skill and charm, balancing in-the-red guitar fuzz with melodic sweetness."[21] Critics have also compared their sound to other bands such as My Bloody Valentine, Dinosaur Jr., Sonic Youth, and Pavement. Stereogum placed the album at number 13 on its list of the "Top 50 Albums of 2011",[22] with Spin placing the album at number 31 on its list of the "50 Best Albums of 2011".[23
The Wall
Yuck/Yuck Lyrics
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Tryna make it through the wall
You can see me if you're tall
You can see me if you're tall
Tryna make it through the wall
Tryna make it through the wall
You can see me if you're tall
Looking over
Tryna make it through the wall
Tryna make it through the wall
You can see me if you're tall
You can see me if you're tall
Tryna make it through the wall
Tryna make it through the wall
You can see me if you're tall
You can see me if you're tall
Looking over
And I know that I'm in space
And I know that it's not real
It's just the way that I feel
It's just the way that I feel
And I know that I'm in space
And I know that it's not real
It's just the way that I feel
It's just the way that I feel
Looking over
Tryna make it through the wall
Tryna make it through the wall
You can see me if you're tall
You can see me if you're tall
Tryna make it through the wall
Tryna make it through the wall
You can see me if you're tall
Well if you're tall, Looking over
Looking over
Looking over
Looking over
Looking over
The lyrics to Yuck's "The Wall" are simple and repetitive, but they hold a deeper meaning about the struggles and limitations one faces while trying to navigate through life. The repetition of "Tryna make it through the wall" suggests a continuous effort to push forward despite obstacles and barriers that may impede one's progress. The line "You can see me if you're tall" implies that visibility and recognition are only granted to those who are privileged or have an advantage in some way. This could be a reference to the idea that success in society is often based on factors such as wealth, status, and connections rather than merit or hard work.
The chorus is followed by the lines "And I know that I'm in space/And I know that it's not real/ It's just the way that I feel" which could be interpreted as a sense of detachment or disorientation from reality. Being lost in space, a vast and unknown territory, could be symbolic of feeling lost and unsure of one's place in the world. This feeling of disconnect could lead to a sense of confusion or even existential crisis.
Overall, "The Wall" seems to be a commentary on the challenges and frustrations of life, as well as the subjective and often unfair nature of success and recognition in society. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the struggle to push forward despite these obstacles, while the lines that follow suggest a sense of detachment or confusion.
Line by Line Meaning
Tryna make it through the wall
Struggling to overcome an obstacle
You can see me if you're tall
Only visible to those who have the advantage or privilege
Looking over
Taking a moment to observe the situation
And I know that I'm in space
Feeling lost or disconnected from reality
And I know that it's not real
Aware that something may be a figment of imagination
It's just the way that I feel
Recognizing emotions and how they impact perception
Well if you're tall, Looking over
Acknowledging that perspective can change based on height or position
Looking over
Continuing to assess the situation before making a move
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Written by: DANIEL BLUMBERG, MAX JOEL BLOOM
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