Amongst the Waves
Pearl Jam
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What used to be a house of cards Has turned into a reservoir Save the tears that were water falling Let's go swim tonight, darling And once outside the undertow Just you and me, and nothing more If not for love, I would be drowning I've seen it work both ways But I am up riding high amongst the waves Where I can feel like I Have a soul that has been saved Where I can feel like I've Put away my early grave I gotta say it now Better loud than too late Remember back, the early days When you were young, and less amazed Suddenly the channel changed The first time you saw blood Cut to later, now you're strong You've bled yourself, the wounds are gone It's rare when there is nothing wrong Survived and you're amongst the fittest Love ain't love until you feel it Up riding high amongst the waves I can feel like I Have a soul that has been saved I can see the light Coming through the clouds in rays I gotta say it now Better loud than too late I gotta say it now Better loud than too late Hey yeah Riding high amongst the waves I can feel like I Have a soul that has been saved I can see the light Coming through the clouds in rays I gotta say it now Better loud than too late I gotta say it now Better loud than too late Say it now Better loud than too late
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Written by: EDDIE VEDDER, STONE GOSSARD
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release History"Amongst the Waves" is a song by the American rock band Pearl Jam. The song was released in 2009 as a part of the band's ninth studio album, "Backspacer."
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Song MeaningThe song is famously introspective, with lyrical themes that explore the struggle and persistence of maintaining a positive perspective amidst life's ups and downs. The analogy of riding through waves is widely interpreted as an allegory of navigating life's trials and tribulations.
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Chart PerformanceThe song never charted on the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S, but it did peak at the 18th position on the Billboard Mainstream Rock tracks chart.
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Music VideoIt is notable that the music video for "Amongst The Waves" is based on conservation efforts. The band aimed to illustrate the relationship of humans with the ocean, raising awareness about the importance of ocean conservation.
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Song CompositionEddie Vedder, the lead vocalist, is credited for the lyrics. The music composition is a group effort led by guitarist Stone Gossard.
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CollaborationsThe video of the song was created in collaboration with the Surfrider Foundation, showing various images of the ocean.
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DonationsPearl Jam donates a portion of proceeds from the song's iTunes downloads to the non-profit organization, Conservation International.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for its uplifting lyrics and mellifluous composition. Stephen Thomas Erlewine from AllMusic referred to the song as a "sunbleached pop" in his review of the album "Backspacer."
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Live Performances"Amongst The Waves" is frequently performed in Pearl Jam's live concerts, often accompanied by a lively video montage embracing the oceanic theme.
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Song LocationIn various interviews, the band has stated that "Amongst The Waves" was written and recorded in Seattle, Washington, which is also the hometown of Pearl Jam.
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