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Stop
The train is ridin
Down to the station
Where you lived
When we were school kids
Hey
The rails are caught now
And I am falling down fools in a spiral
Round this town of steam
My body tells me no, but I won't quit
'Cause I want more
'Cause I want more
My body tells me no, but I won't quit
'Cause I want more
'Cause I want more
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Stop
The train is riding
Down to the station where I lived
When I was a cool kid
Hey
Is it my fault that
The fallen embers burn down in a spiral
Round your crown of thieves
My body tells me no, but I won't quit
'Cause I want more
'Cause I want more
My body tells me no, but I won't quit
'Cause I want more
'Cause I want more
And it rides out of town
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Oh, it's my road, it's my road, it's my road
It's my road, it's my road, it's my road
And it's my war, it's my war, it's my war
His eyes are open
His eyes are open
Oh, cause I want more, I want more
Want more
His eyes are open
His eyes are open
(Hey, hey, hey)
My body tells me no, but I won't quit
'Cause I want more
'Cause I want more
My body tells me no, but I wont quit
'Cause I want more
'Cause I want more
It rides out of town
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Released | October 26, 2010 (digital download) January 25, 2011 | ||
Genre | Indie rock, alternative rock | ||
Length | 50:48 | ||
Label | Roadrunner | ||
Producer | Joe Chiccarelli, Young the Giant | ||
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Young the Giant is the debut album by American indie rock band Young the Giant. It was released digitally by the Roadrunner record label on October 26, 2010, and was followed by a physical CD and vinyl release in the United States on January 25, 2011. The album was released in the United Kingdom on May 2, 2011.
The band began work on the album with producer Joe Chiccarelli, engineers Lars Fox and Ian Kirkpatrick, and mixer Michael H. Brauer in early 2010. Young the Giant lead singer Sameer Gadhia described the album as having a 'summery, kind of an Orange County sound.' Songs on the album include the U.S. single 'My Body', which reached the top five of Billboard's Alternative Songs chart; 'Apartment', the first international single; and 'Cough Syrup', which was originally recorded for the 2008 EPShake My Hand when the band was known as The Jakes.
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Background[edit]
Following the departure of keyboardist Ehson Hashemian in late 2009, rock group The Jakes changed its name to Young the Giant.[1] Lead singer Sameer Gadhia said the new band name did not have any specific meaning, but that it epitomized the band they had become. 'I was thinking about what we want to portray,' Gadhia said. 'We are still youthful, but when we aren't, we still want to have that exuberance in our music.'[1]
In early 2010, Young the Giant began work on its debut album with Grammy-winning producer Joe Chiccarelli.[2] The album features live track recording, which the band had never previously attempted. Drummer Francois Comtois noted that working with Chiccarelli for the sessions 'was incredibly intimidating, but he kicked our asses into shape.'[2] Gadhia also recalled the experience: 'We were criticized in ways we had never even thought of, and were constantly pushed to reach the next level. Looking back on it, [...] he shaped us into better musicians, performers, and songwriters. It was also great fun hearing his stories about Bono, Jay-Z and Elton John.[3]
Composition[edit]
—Sameer Gadhia on his songwriting style
An underlying theme of the album, according to Gadhia, is the 'feeling of isolation and almost surreal happiness with a lover.'[4] Much of the album was inspired by the beach, Gadhia said. 'It is summery, kind of an Orange County sound. When we first started doing this seriously and living together, Newport was just like eternal summer for us. We did draw from a lot of that.'[5] In particular, the track 'Strings' is an attempt to showcase the sounds of the beach. Gadhia described that the band wanted to 'have the arrangements cascade together and, tonally, we all worked hard with Joe to recreate the fervor and wetness of splashing waves.'[4]
Gadhia said the track 'My Body' is an embodiment of the band: 'a combination of youthful energy and slightly naive but optimistic determination. It captures a sense of passion, urgency and excitement that we've felt throughout the writing and recording process over the past two years.'[6] Another song, 'Cough Syrup', was co-written by former bandmate Ehson Hashemian and dates back to the 2008 EP 'Shake My Hand', when the band was still known as The Jakes.[7]
Release[edit]
Three tracks - 'My Body', 'I Got' and 'Strings' - were leaked individually prior to the album's October 26, 2010 digital release.[4][6][8]Young the Giant was released on CD and vinyl in the United States on January 25, 2011. It debuted and peaked at number six on the BillboardTop Heatseekers albums chart.[9] First U.S. single 'My Body' peaked at number eight on the Alternative Songs chart.[10] The album was released May 2 in the UK,[11] with 'Apartment' as the lead international single.[12][13] The album peaked at number 83 on the UK Albums Chart.[14]
Reception[edit]
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Source | Rating |
Metacritic | 58/100[15] |
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Source | Rating |
AllMusic | [16] |
ChartAttack | [17] |
Consequence of Sound | [18] |
Drowned in Sound | [19] |
musicOMH | [20] |
Pitchfork | 2.7/10[21] |
PopMatters | 5/10[11] |
Spin | 7/10[22] |
Young the Giant has received mixed reviews from critics. It holds a score of 58/100 based on thirteen reviews on Metacritic, indicating 'mixed or average' reviews. Jody McCutcheon of ChartAttack described the album as having '12 songs rich in texture and progression, vocal hooks and catchy guitar riffs,' and said the band 'suffuse their sound with a thick, juicy ecstasy.'[17] Caitlin Meyer commends the album for 'boasting consistent catchiness while also incorporating a delectable combination of continuity, depth, and progression.'[18] Meyer added it is 'the kind of record that grabs you at first listen and becomes more meaningful every time through.'[18] David Menconi of Spin compliments the manner in which 'Sameer Gadhia sings in a declara-tive key of unwavering determination, undergirded by Jacob Tilley's sophisticated guitar sprawl and Francois Comtois' martial drums as the band's debut album goes marching on and on and on.'[22]Amazon.com ranked Young the Giant as the third best rock album of 2010.[23]
Chris Conaton of PopMatters called the album unoriginal, and that the band knows 'how to replicate the strong moments in rock history. But they have yet to really figure out their own stylistic stamp.'[11]Pitchfork's Ian Cohen called the album 'devoid of personality,' explaining that 'politely distorted guitars twist and churn but never turn into riffs. Choruses become placeholders instead of hooks.'[21] Cohen also criticized the lyrics for being 'neither plainspoken enough to reveal simple truths nor evocative enough to scan as poetry.'[21]
British artist Morrissey, known for outspoken skepticism towards modern music, praised the album on the fansite True to You.[24]
Track listing[edit]
All tracks written by Young the Giant, except where noted.
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | 'Apartment' | 3:56 |
2. | 'My Body' | 4:05 |
3. | 'I Got' | 4:22 |
4. | 'Cough Syrup' (Ehson Hashemian, Young the Giant) | 4:10 |
5. | 'God Made Man' | 4:48 |
6. | '12 Fingers' (Mike Daly, Young the Giant) | 4:17 |
7. | 'Strings' | 4:12 |
8. | 'Your Side' | 3:52 |
9. | 'Garands' | 4:07 |
10. | 'St. Walker' | 4:09 |
11. | 'Islands' | 4:06 |
12. | 'Guns Out' | 4:44 |
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No. | Title | Length |
13. | 'Every Little Thing' | 4:02 |
14. | 'Typhoon' | 4:12 |
15. | 'Strings' (reprise) | 5:19 |
Personnel[edit]
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Charts and certifications[edit]
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Singles[edit]
Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | ||||||||
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US [33] | US Alt [34] | US Rock [35] | CAN [36] | CAN Alt [37] | CAN Rock [38][39] | ITA [40] | NLD [41] | ||||
'My Body' | 2011 | 65 | 5 | 16 | 54 | 2 | 3 | -- | 24 |
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'Cough Syrup' | 95 | 3 | 9 | 82 | 5 | 20 | 11 | 95 |
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'Apartment' | 2012 | -- | 26 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | ||
'—' denotes release that has not charted. |
Release history[edit]
Region | Date | Format | Label |
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United States | October 26, 2010 | Digital download | Roadrunner |
January 25, 2011 | CD, vinyl | ||
United Kingdom | May 2, 2011 |
References[edit]
- ^ abOwen-Turner, Arrissia (2010-01-07). 'The Band Formerly Known as the Jakes Take the Stage as Young the Giant'. OC Weekly. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^ abBinkert, Lisa. 'Young the Giant Live: Billboard Tastemakers'. Billboard (Nielsen Company). Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^ abAl Tai, Genna (2011-01-21). 'Q&A: Young The Giant Has Stories To Tell'. College Music Journal. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^ abcEisen, Benjy (2010-10-11). 'Young the Giant, 'Strings' - Song Premiere'. Spinner.com (AOL). Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^Kornhaber, Spencer (2010-09-23). 'Young the Giant's Sameer Gadhia Thinks OC's Living Through an Indie-Rock Reawakening'. OC Weekly. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^ abAyers, Michael D. (2010-07-16). 'Young the Giant, 'My Body' - Song Premiere'. Spinner.com (AOL). Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^Ching, Albert (2009-04-02). 'The Jakes Rack Up Local Accolades and Seek National Fame'. OC Weekly. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^'Young the Giant, 'I Got' - Filter Exclusive Premiere'. Filter. 2010-08-27. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^'Young the Giant Chart History - Albums'. Billboard (Nielsen Company). Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^'Young the Giant Chart History - Songs'. Billboard (Nielsen Company). Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^ abcConaton, Chris (2011-02-21). 'Music Reviews - Young the Giant'. PopMatters. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^Jennings, Harriet (2011-02-08). 'Young The Giant, Water Rats, London'. This Is Fake DIY. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^Darke, Brayden (2011-01-28). 'Watch: Young the Giant First Australian Single 'Apartment''. Music Feeds. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^ ab'Young the Giant - 'Young the Giant''. Chart Stats. Retrieved 2011-08-10.
- ^'Young the Giant reviews at Metacritic.com'. Retrieved April 7, 2013.
- ^Rivadavia, Eduardo. 'Young the Giant – Young the Giant'. AllMusic. Retrieved 2011-09-05.
- ^ abMcCutcheon, Jody (2011-02-04). 'Young the Giant - ChartAttack'. ChartAttack. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^ abcMeyer, Caitlin (2010-12-21). 'Consequence of Sound Album Review - Young the Giant'. Consequence of Sound. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^Yau, Alex (2011-08-23). 'Releases: Young the Giant - Young the Giant'. Drowned in Sound. Retrieved 2011-08-27.
- ^Service, John (2011-08-01). 'Album Reviews: Young the Giant - 'Young the Giant''. musicOMH. Retrieved 2012-04-04.
- ^ abcCohen, Ian (2011-02-03). 'Pitchfork Album Reviews - Young the Giant'. Pitchfork. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^ abMenconi, David. 'Spin Reviews - Young the Giant'. Spin. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^'The 10 Best Rock Albums of 2010'. Amazon.com. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^Murray, Robin (2011-07-12). 'Morrissey Bitten by Dog'. Clash. Retrieved 2011-08-27.
- ^ ab'Young the Giant » Credits'. Allmusic. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^'Dutchcharts.nl – Young the Giant – Young the Giant' (in Dutch). Hung Medien. Retrieved January 26, 2014.
- ^'Artisti - Classifica settimanale dal 14/05/2012 al 20/05/2012' (in Italian). Federation of the Italian Music Industry. Retrieved May 26, 2012.
- ^'Young The Giant Chart History (Billboard 200)'. Billboard. Retrieved January 26, 2014.
- ^'Young The Giant Chart History (Top Alternative Albums)'. Billboard. Retrieved January 26, 2014.
- ^'Young The Giant Chart History (Heatseekers Albums)'. Billboard. Retrieved January 26, 2014.
- ^'Young The Giant Chart History (Top Rock Albums)'. Billboard. Retrieved January 26, 2014.
- ^'American album certifications – Young the Giant – Young the Giant'. Recording Industry Association of America.If necessary, click Advanced, then click Format, then select Album, then click SEARCH.
- ^'Young The Giant Album & Song Chart History'. Billboard Hot 100 for Young The Giant. Retrieved February 5, 2014.
- ^'Young The Giant Album & Song Chart History'. BillboardAlternative Songs for Young The Giant. Retrieved 2016-07-31.
- ^'Young The Giant Album & Song Chart History'. BillboardRock Songs for Young The Giant. Retrieved 2016-07-31.
- ^'Young The Giant Album & Song Chart History'. BillboardCanadian Hot 100 for Young The Giant. Retrieved February 5, 2014.
- ^Peak positions for Young the Giant's singles on Canadian Alternative rock Chart:
- For 'My Body' 'Canadian Active Rock & Alt Rock Chart Archive: Alternative Rock - May 3, 2011'. America's Music Charts. Retrieved June 3, 2011.
- For 'My Body' 'Canadian Active Rock & Alt Rock Chart Archive: Alternative Rock - November 29, 2011'. America's Music Charts. Retrieved November 29, 2011.
- ^Peak positions for Young the Giant's singles on Canadian Active rock Chart:
- For 'Cough Syrup' 'Canadian Active Rock & Alt Rock Chart Archive: Active Rock - July 26, 2011'. America's Music Charts. Retrieved July 26, 2011.
- For 'Cough Syrup' 'Canadian Active Rock & Alt Rock Chart Archive: Active Rock - January 24, 2012'. America's Music Charts. Retrieved January 24, 2012.
- ^'Billboard.biz'. billboard.com. Retrieved 2016-07-31.
- ^'Archivio - Top Digital Download - Classifica settimanale WK 15 (dal 09-04-2012 al 15-04-2012)' (in Italian). Federation of the Italian Music Industry. Archived from the original on October 26, 2013. Retrieved October 26, 2013.
- ^'Discografie Young the Giant' (in Dutch). Hung Medien. Retrieved 26 May 2012.
- ^'American certifications – Young the Giant – My Body'. Recording Industry Association of America.
- ^ ab'Gold and Platinum Search - Young the Giant'. Music Canada. Retrieved May 20, 2012.
- ^'American certifications – Young the Giant – Cough Syrup'. Recording Industry Association of America.
- ^'Italian single certifications – Young the Giant' (in Italian). Federazione Industria Musicale Italiana. Select 'Tutti gli anni' in the 'Anno' drop-down menu. Select 'Young the Giant' in the 'Filtra' field. Select 'Singoli online' under 'Sezione'.
External links[edit]
- Young the Giant at Roadrunner