“Cough Syrup Lyrics” is a song by the American rock band Young the Giant. It was released as the second single from their debut self-titled album in 2011. The song was written by the band’s lead vocalist Sameer Gadhia and explores themes of escapism and finding oneself.
About
Young the Giant
Young the Giant is an American rock band that was formed in Irvine, California, in 2004. The band consists of Sameer Gadhia (lead vocals), Jacob Tilley (guitar), Eric Cannata (guitar), Payam Doostzadeh (bass guitar), and Francois Comtois (drums). Originally known as The Jakes, the band changed their name to Young the Giant in 2010, just before the release of their debut album.
Young the Giant’s music is characterized by a blend of indie rock, alternative rock, and pop. They have released four studio albums to date: “Young the Giant” (2010), “Mind Over Matter” (2014), “Home of the Strange” (2016), and “Mirror Master” (2018). Their songs have received critical acclaim and commercial success, with chart-topping hits like “Cough Syrup,” “My Body,” and “Superposition.”
The band has also gained a reputation for their dynamic live performances, having toured extensively in the United States and internationally over the past decade. They have played at major music festivals such as Coachella, Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, and Austin City Limits, among others.
Young the Giant – Cough Syrup Lyrics Video
Young the Giant – Cough Syrup Lyrics
Life’s too short to even care at all, whoa-oh-oh
I’m losing my mind, losing my mind, losing control
These fishes in the sea, they’re staring at me
Whoa-oh-oh, oh, whoa-oh, oh
A wet world aches for a beat of a drum, oh-whoa oh, oh
If I could find a way to see this straight
I’d run away to some fortune that
I should have found
By now
I’m waiting for this cough syrup
To come down, come down
Life’s too short to even care at all, oh-whoa, oh
I’m coming up now, coming up now
Out of the blue, oh-oh, oh-oh
These zombies in the park, they’re looking for my heart
Oh-whoa, oh, whoa-oh, oh
A dark world aches for a splash of the sun
Oh-whoa oh, oh, oh
If I could find a way to see this straight
I’d run away, to some fortune that
I should have found
By now
And so I run now to the things they said could restore me
Restore life the way it should be
I’m waiting for this cough syrup
To come down
Life’s too short to even care at all, oh, whoa-oh
I’m losing my mind, losing my mind, losing control
If I could find a way to see this straight
I’d run away, to some fortune that
I should have found
By now
So, I run now to the things they said could restore me
Restore life the way it should be
I’m waiting for this cough syrup
To come down
One more spoon of cough syrup now, oh, whoa-oh
One more spoon of cough syrup now, whoa, oh, whoa
FAQs
Why did Young the Giant change their name?
The band changed their name from The Jakes to Young the Giant in January 2010.
Lead singer Sameer Gadhia said the new 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.”
Is Young the Giant good in concert?
Yes, Young the Giant is known for their energetic and engaging live shows.
They have been praised for their tight musicianship, powerful vocals, and dynamic stage presence.
Fans often rave about the band’s ability to connect with the audience and create a truly memorable experience.
What is Young the Giant’s biggest hit?
Young the Giant’s biggest hit is “My Body.”
The song was released in 2011 as the lead single from their debut album, Young the Giant.
It has been certified triple platinum by the RIAA and has over 200 million streams on Spotify.
How old is Young the Giant?
Young the Giant was formed in 2004, so they are currently 18 years old.
The band released their debut album in 2011 and have since released four more albums.
They have toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe and have played at major festivals such as Coachella and Lollapalooza.
