So this song is from an unresolved double album release of the same songs done in two completely different styles with the singers acoustic band. The third verse is included in the Toh Kay trio rendition ( which adds to the honesty of the lyrics). The point of the double release was to make it so the songs had no true definitive version/ rendition.
I think the missing third verse is intentional. Like verse one, you're a child. Your parents make your decisions, your story is written. Verse two you're a teenager/young adult. You know a thing or two but your story is influenced. But Verse "three" you're an adult- you have to make your own path. Create your own narrative. For me, the instrumental is allowing the listener to finish their story.
Been listening to this one a lot lately. Has a much deeper meaning to me now. It’s probably my favorite chill song of theirs. The reason why there isn’t a 3rd verse in this version is because it’s in the Toh Kay version. The lead singer released this album first as a thank you to the fans because their record label kept pushing back the release of the Streetlight album. I’ll give this one to Joel for getting into the lyrics on a deeper level.
The third verse, as others mentioned, does exist. It touches on a "coming back" period. You've seen everything you wanted to see, you've been everywhere you've wanted to be. It's settling down time, you're getting old, and because you've adventured, you remember why you love the town where you grew up. I think it being cut from this version is intentional - and falls a bit flat. To be honest I sometimes wonder - if they recorded it again would they put the third verse in. I think the reason they cut it is because it's kind of forging your own path. The band released this before they all started having children of their own. It's kind of crazy that it's been so long since their last release, but it's true. I wonder if the band disagreed with Thomas' lyrics on the basis that maybe it felt a bit too rigid, or even repetition heavy due to the last verse wrapping around to the first. In the end, I do believe the third verse is better than the ambiguity, and I'm glad they perform it live. The "story" of the song being left unfinished ends up not having that same sense of "hope" and "closure" that the third verse gives. I don't know that the song resonates with me on a philosophical level, to be honest I think I would have initially cut the third verse if I was producing this song, much like they did. But maybe that's because the second verse is probably where I'm at. I'd almost bet in 5 years, that I'd want that third verse in.
I get the desire for a reflective verse, but I think it’s purposefully left open-ended so that the listener can confront this dilemma on their own and make their own decisions, rather than the song siding with one choice over the other. If that makes sense. I think this song is more Tomas speaking to each individual listener and saying “You gotta decide, don’t let me influence you.” That’s how I look at it, anyways. But yeah, some of my favorite lyrics of all time here either way. It makes me feel stuff. Joel was already getting the braincell on this one for having the same investment in the lyrics that I have, and then the whole Chuck Roast after he forgot my name had me busting a gut laughing, so I think you should clone that braincell and keep both of them for yourself 😂
If you haven't listened to the TohKay version of the song yet and had a good cry over the 3rd verse you should :) th-cam.com/video/WjrDU0kFvXM/w-d-xo.html
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So this song is from an unresolved double album release of the same songs done in two completely different styles with the singers acoustic band. The third verse is included in the Toh Kay trio rendition ( which adds to the honesty of the lyrics). The point of the double release was to make it so the songs had no true definitive version/ rendition.
I had to read the comments first to make sure I didnt say this, thanks bro
@@erikrobert7398 Of course bud, I wish I could've commented sooner, it seems like not much people will know.
8:40 funny enough, the acoustic version actually has an ending to the story
Yeah and it's great! 👍
Rest in peace Matt
I think the missing third verse is intentional. Like verse one, you're a child. Your parents make your decisions, your story is written. Verse two you're a teenager/young adult. You know a thing or two but your story is influenced. But Verse "three" you're an adult- you have to make your own path. Create your own narrative. For me, the instrumental is allowing the listener to finish their story.
There's another verse that they sing when they play it live and in the semi-unreleased acoustic version.
Been listening to this one a lot lately. Has a much deeper meaning to me now. It’s probably my favorite chill song of theirs. The reason why there isn’t a 3rd verse in this version is because it’s in the Toh Kay version. The lead singer released this album first as a thank you to the fans because their record label kept pushing back the release of the Streetlight album. I’ll give this one to Joel for getting into the lyrics on a deeper level.
Favorite horns part of all time in this song
Mine too. You talking about 6:21?
@@Crunchatize_Me_Senpai aw yeah man, hits me with chills every time
@@Garamondable Hell yeah. Transcendent.
One of the best horn sections in the music business!
I First found catch22 on napster, damn I'm old
One of my fav songs!
The third verse, as others mentioned, does exist. It touches on a "coming back" period. You've seen everything you wanted to see, you've been everywhere you've wanted to be. It's settling down time, you're getting old, and because you've adventured, you remember why you love the town where you grew up.
I think it being cut from this version is intentional - and falls a bit flat. To be honest I sometimes wonder - if they recorded it again would they put the third verse in.
I think the reason they cut it is because it's kind of forging your own path. The band released this before they all started having children of their own. It's kind of crazy that it's been so long since their last release, but it's true. I wonder if the band disagreed with Thomas' lyrics on the basis that maybe it felt a bit too rigid, or even repetition heavy due to the last verse wrapping around to the first.
In the end, I do believe the third verse is better than the ambiguity, and I'm glad they perform it live. The "story" of the song being left unfinished ends up not having that same sense of "hope" and "closure" that the third verse gives.
I don't know that the song resonates with me on a philosophical level, to be honest I think I would have initially cut the third verse if I was producing this song, much like they did. But maybe that's because the second verse is probably where I'm at. I'd almost bet in 5 years, that I'd want that third verse in.
I get the desire for a reflective verse, but I think it’s purposefully left open-ended so that the listener can confront this dilemma on their own and make their own decisions, rather than the song siding with one choice over the other. If that makes sense. I think this song is more Tomas speaking to each individual listener and saying “You gotta decide, don’t let me influence you.” That’s how I look at it, anyways. But yeah, some of my favorite lyrics of all time here either way. It makes me feel stuff.
Joel was already getting the braincell on this one for having the same investment in the lyrics that I have, and then the whole Chuck Roast after he forgot my name had me busting a gut laughing, so I think you should clone that braincell and keep both of them for yourself 😂
This song hits me right in the feels too. I think I like the Toh Kay version better but honestly both are amazing.
Vocals remind me if Jesse Sendejas (Daze n daze, Escape from the zoo) without the rippin rasp.
If you haven't listened to the TohKay version of the song yet and had a good cry over the 3rd verse you should :)
th-cam.com/video/WjrDU0kFvXM/w-d-xo.html
Yall gotta check out the Toh Kay version. Same dude but it has the last verse
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