In an interview with onestowatch, lead singer Nathaniel Banks said:
“About halfway through the process of making ‘big fat mouth,’ a few friends and I hit a point where we got really sick of hearing each other talk about how our lives could be better, without any follow through. With no idea where we were actually headed, somehow we all got on the same page and put our heads together and built a flying machine powerful enough to get us up and above the mundane.“
In an interview with Sounding Board, lead singer Nathaniel Banks said:
“I spent way more time editing and layering and re-recording and re-editing and remixing and tweaking that track than I’ve ever spent on anything. I’ve listened to that song more than anyone should ever listen to anything! But I’d say it was worth it.“
Big Fat Mouth
arlie Lyrics
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I said some things I shouldn't have
I wanna make it up to you, how can I prove I'm on track?
your storming out of my room's
the only way I can picture you
and it's been 48 hours, you've made your point now
so come back
just wanted you to love me
but I didn't go about it right
sometimes the best advice that I can give
is to bite my lip and listen
with my big fat mouth shut tight
and now I think I still can smell you on me
even after doing laundry
but it might be in my head
and would you still stay mad at me forever
if we just had each other,
it was all that we had left?
try to fit my feet in your shoes
I see that I can't have your love and (eat/need) it too
but it's been 48 hours, enough of this now,
I need you
sorry, I know I tend to go too far
making everything an argument
I didn't mean to make you cry
sometimes the best advice that I can give
is to bite my lip and listen
with my big fat mouth shut tight
and now I think I still can smell you on me
even after doing laundry
but it might be in my head
and would you still stay mad at me forever
if we just had each other,
it was all that we had left?
oh what if Jesus left without us
and we just didn't notice
when he took up all our friends?
what if the Lord came back and left without us
and we just didn't notice
so we're stuck here till the end of the world?
to the end of the world
to the end of the world
to the end of the world
The song "Big Fat Mouth" by Arlie is an apology in the form of a love song. The lyrics describe a situation where the singer had a fight with their partner and said things they regretted. The singer acknowledges that they didn't handle the situation well, and that the best thing they can do is to listen and keep their mouth shut. They are desperate to make things right and get their partner back, but fear that they might have lost them forever. The song ends with a final plea for forgiveness and a grim reminder that we might be stuck in this world forever.
The main theme of the song is communication in a relationship. It highlights the importance of listening to others and holding back words that might hurt them in the long run. It also touches on the fear of losing someone you love and the uncertainty surrounding our existence. The lyrics are relatable and heartfelt, and they speak to the struggles of maintaining a relationship in a world where miscommunication is a common issue.
Line by Line Meaning
last night got a little bad
I had a fight with you last night
I said some things I shouldn't have
I regret saying hurtful things to you
I wanna make it up to you, how can I prove I'm on track?
I want to make amends and show you I care
your storming out of my room's
the only way I can picture you
and it's been 48 hours, you've made your point now
so come back
I miss you and want you to return, I understand you're angry
sorry, I know that comment wasn't funny,
just wanted you to love me
but I didn't go about it right
I made a joke at your expense and I realize it was a mistake. I crave your love and validation
sometimes the best advice that I can give
is to bite my lip and listen
with my big fat mouth shut tight
I need to learn to be quiet and listen instead of arguing or being defensive
and now I think I still can smell you on me
even after doing laundry
but it might be in my head
I miss you and feel your absence strongly, but I'm not sure if it's real or just in my imagination
and would you still stay mad at me forever
if we just had each other,
it was all that we had left?
If we were all each other had in the world, would you still hold a grudge or forgive me?
try to fit my feet in your shoes
I see that I can't have your love and (eat/need) it too
but it's been 48 hours, enough of this now,
I need you
I understand how you feel and I can't expect you to give me your affection unconditionally. However, it's been long enough and I want you back
sorry, I know I tend to go too far
making everything an argument
I didn't mean to make you cry
I realize that I tend to argue excessively and I'm sorry for hurting you
oh what if Jesus left without us
and we just didn't notice
when he took up all our friends?
what if the Lord came back and left without us
and we just didn't notice
so we're stuck here till the end of the world?
to the end of the world
to the end of the world
to the end of the world
I fear being abandoned by people I love and the possibility of being left behind. It fills me with anxiety and dread
Contributed by Liliana N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lyrics//
Last night got a little bad
I said some things I shouldn't have
I wanna make it up to you
How can I prove I'm on track?
(you're / your) storming out of my room's
The only way I can picture you
And it's been 48 hours, you've made your point now
So come back
Sorry I know that comment wasn't funny
Just wanted you to love me
But I didn't go about it right
Sometimes the best advice that I can give
Is to bite my lip and listen
With my big fat mouth shut tight
And now I think I still can smell you on me
Even after doing laundry
But it might be in my head
And would you still stay mad at me forever
If we just had each other
It was all that we had left?
Try to fit my feet in your shoes
I see that I can't have your love and eat/need it too
But it's been 48 hours, enough of this now
I need you
Sorry I know I tend to go too far
Making everything an argument
I didn't mean to make you cry
Sometimes the best advice that I can give
Is to bite my lip and listen
With my big fat mouth shut tight
And now I think I still can smell you on me
Even after doing laundry
But it might be in my head
And would you still stay mad at me forever
If we just had each other
It was all that we had left?
Oh what if Jesus left without us
And we just didn't notice
When he took up all our friends?
What if the Lord came back and left without us
And we just didn't notice
So we're stuck here till the end of the world?
To the end of the world
To the end of the world
To the end of the world
@NoahSties
I dont know how much longer I can wait for new arlie. Also this band is probably one of the most undiscovered/underrated I have come across in years.
@chloesommers7100
bro they need to come out with more songs soon :(
@nateinator1
new arlie is coming 2021
@nateinator1
album is done
@JSRMedia
@@nateinator1 Hype! Source?
@mrsnake6562
@@JSRMedia Nate is the singer of the band lol
@iHavo
“think i still can smell you on me even after doing laundry but it might be in my head”
one of select few “artists” who genuinely live up to the term. poetic lyrics, unique flow that fits perfectly, beautiful melody and production. i’m picky as hell about what i enjoy listening to, big 70s-80s guy. but for god’s sake, i’ve listened to nothing but this song for the past 3 days...
@meowria
this band is so underrated omg
@g.u.m9776
This is a blend of Declan McKenna and dayglow and I love it.
@zainy03
my thoughts exactly omg