Wilderado - "Surefire" (Original)

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"Surefire" Lyrics:
i can feel it the future
i can see it in the culture
i see the moon as the sunrise
see the stars with my morning eyes
like a bear in the forest
like the heat in the conscience
i take a walk through the tree line
gettin’ on with father time
when do i begin?
oh my, oh my
surefire, yeah, the setting sun is going to set on me
i’ve been waiting for a long time
i’ve been waiting in the sunshine
looking ‘round like it’s storming
drying out like a histamine
i’m the warden on the front line
a yellow soldier on a dead mine
listen, lover, won’t you call me?
i’m a sucker for some harmony
oh my, oh my
surefire, yeah, the setting sun is going to set on me
oh my, oh my
surefire, yeah, the setting sun wants company
when do i begin?
when do i begin to end?
oh my, oh my
surefire, yeah, the setting sun is going to set on me
oh my, oh my
surefire, yeah, the setting sun wants company

[@vincesobocinskiiii8998]

True story - I had never heard of Wilderado before but as I rushed my wife to the hospital to deliver our third son, this song was on the radio. We both looked at each other and were like “this is a good song”. Didn’t think much of it. A few days later we’re leaving the hospital. We pack the new baby in the car, load everything up, and when we turn on the car…this song is playing again. We both thought it was a sign. We’ve been listening to this band ever since and love their vibe. Seeing them in March and can’t wait. Keep doing your thing guys.

[@jeffdecker627]

Love that story...congrats man! My introduction is not quite that important...walked past my kids playing Fortnite and Head Right was playing in the car they were driving....as long as you get there, right?

[@nathandyck2558]

That's pretty amazing, congratulations! I heard this song in a Giant Tiger grocery store. I liked it and figured I'd search for it and find out what it was. Would love to go to a Wilderado show.

[@Golden_Age_Of_Sound]

Wow. That’s amazing brother! Just curious, when was your baby born?!? I have a similar synchronicity: our son was born early on December 7, 2021… We had his first name “Declan” picked out, but not a middle name. My girl suggested some middle name ideas and none resonated with me… and then she randomly threw out “Wilder” 🤔 and 💡 it was set! I had just started listening to these guys with “Head Right” getting played on the local college radio station here in Boone, NC. Honestly, I wouldn’t have gone with that middle name had I not been digging these guys 🎶 so much. Icing on the 🎂-> Declan Wilder just turned 6 months old, and over the weekend he went to his First ever show… to see… WILDERADO 💥 🙌🏻 We Got to meet Max and chat with him before and after the show. Such a great guy. They all deserve the success and recognition coming their way. 🚀

[@WILDERADO]

that’s wild, vince. both times?! loved reading this. thank you

[@vincesobocinskiiii8998]

@@Golden_Age_Of_Sound That’s an incredible story. Our little guy was 9/1/2021. Hasn’t had the fortune to see them yet but we caught them when they came to Philly. Amazing show and great to see them getting the props they deserve.

[@TechMan1900]

This is such an underrated band.

[@Lisa-wx9uk]

Agreed.

[@ryanargue1248]

Massively underrated!

[@DavidRoy54]

DITTO!!! As soon as the first “Oh my” starts, tears are streaming into my COVID mask.

[@NikkiGibson1013]

Just shared them! This song shifted my soul.

[@caseyhardiman6847]

DUUUUDE it's insane.

[@tevaimaiau3684]

This song reminds me of something I don't remember but it feels great and nostalgic. I can't explain it....

[@huplaystennis]

perfect way to describe it

[@derrick8634]

Wow...that's exactly how this song makes people feel

[@chadwelld]

You did though :)

[@GSxxxRGirl]

YES! I got such a nostalgic feeling listening to it when I heard it for the first time!! And every time after that. Not sure why but it's such a nice feeling jammin' to this. Good vibes

[@jtb65t]

It's good to know that at age 56, I can still identify a GREAT song when I hear it. Thank you!

[@danallen8804]

Hell yes

[@j.c.9305]

Same here, this song rotated in on Spotify while I was driving, never heard it but was hooked immediately. I am now a Wilderado fan.

[@RadioDonNowhere]

Es Radio Doble Nueve 99.1FM Lima, Perú XD

[@DianaAlarcon_]

:D

[@polxito007202]

Igual

[@sambest2312]

I think the real moral of this story is that you can never put too much Cholula on your eggs.

[@jacobwright609]

Hahaha I saw that too

[@Cayoroots]

The song in combination with the music video makes me think bout how everyone is just living their own lives and experiences at the same time. Everyone is a main character in their world and we never know what they're going through.

[@janmuldoon]

After watching this I wondered what the heck was that all about...but then after thinking about it...I got exactly the same take on it. I love it and watched it again❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️....love the different characters!!!!

[@Irenethan]

This song gives me nostalgia for something that hasn’t even happened yet

[@larapicard5237]

Yes!!

[@steffendass4169]

Such a perfect way of describing this song.

[@eljefe8149]

This song is for those feeling that life is passing them by. Those that never accomplished their dreams or goals and wonder if they ever will.

[@milobaret8672]

Well, me

[@eljefe8149]

@@milobaret8672 same

[@isaacvazquez6660]

Wow I’m crying over a KZbin comment, this is a new low.

[@raulaldape2400]

One day we will, keep trying God will make a way! disfrutemos esta buena rolita mientras

[@butchmorstatter5462]

you have impacted the world in ways you will never know. keep your head up, and keep going

[@deiradinn]

First off... favorite song of 2020. When do I begin... I guess in order. There's a lot going on in this video to interpret but also could be like the lyrics, the setting sun gonna set on me. Right from the start, she's going on a smoke break only to have a customer come in right as she lights up. Already can tell she's stressed but it's not crazy busy so it's more than just work. Checks in on a close group of buddies who give pleasantries and the cook is refilling coffee and chatting with them for a sec. She is given an order and something is bugging her, stress, a manic day at work before now, wearing a smile all day...can only guess. Delivers it to a man who deliberately sits away from everyone near one of the entrances/exits. Checks on a couple with hands embraced seemingly deeply in love. A younger couple comes in, the man goes to use the restroom and the woman checks her phone. She's VERY guarded and yanks back the phone when approached. Her face says it all as the camera moves on. The friends continue to talk as one over uses sauce and the cook closes the door, maybe getting close to closing? The man comes back from the bathroom and the woman turns her phone screen away from him and pulls it to her side. Obviously she's doing something she's ashamed of and wants to hide it. Cheating? Embarrassing Google search, can only guess again. Checks on the older couple leaving, the woman lays a check on top of the napkins as the man helps her with her purse and up and gets a kiss. The waitress looks like she's actually enjoying the conversation with the guy away away from everyone as the couple leaves and they wave at each other. Her stress seems to be waning after talking to the guy as she goes to get the dishes off the table and sees the check. It seems to be a larger amount than she's used to. She even takes a few steps back and holds her hand on her side. She looks longingly out the windows. ---------- My take, it's life. Things happen you don't expect, don't want, in a job to get by, and sometimes you can still connect with someone and have good unexpected things happen to you. This is life for almost everyone. There's a heavy emphasis on relationships too. The cook and waitress are almost seamless together. The group of friends hanging out and sharing a meal together. The guy who sits away from everyone to maybe get more talking time with her and she seems to really like him, flirtatious and everything. The old couple truly in love and dedicated. The young couple with the woman hiding her phone that might be cheating. The old couple's gift to the waitress might've been they care for her like a daughter or may have never had a child. A lot to think about but to me I get the feeling of don't let the stress of life get in the way of the good things that come up. The lyrics are talking about time, setting sun, and I just feel like it's a song about life. Just try to find the good when you can. Lastly, a shout-out to the director who does a one shot of this whole video with no edits. Love that!

[@cameronabernethy5593]

Favorite song of 2020 and favorite comment of 2020 :)

[@kyleb1556]

@@cameronabernethy5593 I agree!

[@jou1235ghkuff]

The close friends displayed in the video are the band members enjoying a late night dinner. XD

[@mattstarnes1135]

What else have you written about!?

[@deiradinn]

@@mattstarnes1135 I have a poetry book on Amazon but it's amateurist since I was in my teens but it's on there. If you're being sarcastic about me writing way too much about a music video... gotcha. I like to write and observe meanings the way I see em sometimes.

[@davidfain4403]

This song is nostalgic, melloncollic,and futuristic, love it

[@OrthodoxRainbow]

My dude likes his hot sauce.

[@nathandyck2558]

The note the waitress reads says "God bless you for serving all day breakfast!" And the waitress reflects on how she's been serving breakfast all day long.

[@munchiekins]

thank you!!

[@emill210]

How do you know that's what it says? I'm not arguing, just not sure how you know that.

[@SuperFloyd35]

@@emill210 he doesn't know. He's Just bein a Dyck. LOL!!

[@janmuldoon]

😂😂😂

[@janmuldoon]

Now I know and no longer need to guess!!!

[@borissszbpc]

Random 24 year old from the Netherlands, i had 110k minutes on Spotify last year and this was my most played song

[@beetle1bailey182]

Not even sure why this isnt on every radio across the world. Good tune Wilderado!

[@sprite7111]

What an amazing song! Only heard it for the first time today. A sucker punch - To my heart.

[@Cheese-is-its-own-food-group]

I recently got into alternative music and this song was on a playlist that I like. Oh. My. God. This song is amazing. It makes me long for somewhere far away and unknown but somehow home.

[@bree9556]

A simple music video, finally something that actually feels human lmao

[@EmmettLollis]

Thanks for getting this video back online. It's one of our favorites, and I'm pretty sure you saved Joan and I from an endless spiral of darkness, created by the void of lost artistic nostalgia. 😊

[@JosephMatthew]

This band has quickly become my favorite. Music is addicting.

[@snoopliest4547]

Dear Wilderado, you guys opened for Kings of Leon in Milwaukee. Thank you

[@DanielM96]

Discovered this song a few days ago and honestly can't stop listening to it! Such a feel good song, love it!

[@Dayzthoseweres]

Heard this song first time while driving away from the house i grew up in late at night and for the last time. After the virus took my pops my mom couldn’t take it anymore, sold the house, and dipped to texas. It definitely strikes some chords in me, it’s painfully beautiful.

[@jennj3452]

I'm in love with song...I don't care if I'm 48... feeling it🥰

[@MikeBMW]

Don't worry, I'm in my 60s and love it!

[@preparebbiox]

That seems to be a good numbee 😊 I'll be there in 22 years, glad to know that I can enjoy this kind of music for that long.

[@jennj3452]

Enjoy those 22 yrs!! They fly by!

[@preparebbiox]

@@jennj3452 Thank you so much. 😊

[@eljefe8149]

I'm 46. So glad I found this song. It's one of my favorite songs I've heard in the last 3 years. It's got It's own feel to it.

[@johnharris4632]

this is my perception.... The song is based off a poem about living In the moment. The waitress was so stressed and was always uneasy, where the old couple were so enthralled about each other and grew up together and enjoying each others’ company. The waitress got caught up and never enjoyed what was going on, it was only when she picked up the ”bill” she realized life had passed her by, she didn't stop to enjoy it.

[@MalcolmVanAtta]

But she is still young enough to "fix" it :D

[@sydneysmith3474]

Hey from Utah (: I was the drunk girl in the pink dress who wanted you to play rubble to rubble 😂 thanks for signing my shirt and loved you since Bird Dog !

[@rafaelnakamurawatanabe1696]

I discovered this song 1 year ago. The day my relationship ended with my ex girlfriend this song was playing on my playlist. I've listened to it ever since as a bittersweet memory. Thanks for the bad memory and great music!

[@cameronabernethy476]

This song was a bright light during a very dark 2020. My favorite song of the year

[@sammyjamjars]

I saw you guys by chance at a very small beer festival in Colorado Springs in 2017. Your grandparents came to the show and you had a full on conversation with them while you were on stage and right then I was hooked on you guys. Such an amazing sound and such beautiful lyrics. I hope to get to see you all come back and play in Denver again. Almost 5 years later and I listen to your music almost every day. You guys deserve to be so much bigger!

[@BrianDude579]

These guys, Palace, and Lord Huron . Best songs ever made.

[@deiradinn]

Thanks for making this available again!

[@serendankitymcgee3594]

Somehow, it all just works. Every day is another day, beautiful even in the things that are almost routine and can be counted on.

[@fabricioaf89]

A simple and slow video with so much happening... It's hard to find media that makes me feel something nowadays, this song+video make me feel anxious, like I'm wasting my time. Someone please tell this song that nothing i can do now will get me closer to my dreams

[@jennj3452]

I was almost late to work listening to this song🥰😂 Just grabbed ahold of my feels that morning...

[@DeadPointDelusions]

This song is so powerful to me

[@beatlegreg07]

What he sings in two words tells you everything you need to know. Oh my.

[@carsoncarrilloiii1246]

this video tells me i should get out more whether the expectations are low

[@sirgalahad1470]

I was on a quick 4 mile run and apple music suggested this song to me. For those of you who like to run to music, this is an amazing song to run to. I love it !

[@tiquimlgn]

Thanks spty to bring me here...thank god to know this band...

[@michaeleason9424]

This is one of the most amazing songs I've ever heard in my life I love this song I love this band they are absolutely incredible

[@alejandrogomez8766]

This is one of my favorite songs for life

[@1ofthewizards330]

I hear this song on the radio at work sometimes. I liked it so much that I looked it up and here I am.

[@Beautifullyfighting]

Those are things you never forget. Songs played when your kids came into the world !

[@eljefe8149]

This song and video go perfect together. I think they're both iconic.

[@jantan6411]

Perfect for my indie playlist

[@bradencarrigan27]

I met these guys last night when they were the support acts for alt-J in Glasgow. Super polite guys! ❤️

[@frontierfishingwithryanmac1981]

This song was my theme song to 2022... absolutely LOVE this song! Way to nail it guys!!

[@rickfowler273]

Where has this been? Nice to hear something good. Needed it. Keep jammin guys…..

[@NikkiGibson1013]

I've listened to this song all day. It's exactly what I needed. It's one of those monumental songs. So happy I stumbled upon you! Can't wait to jam out with my son in car line tomorrow 💓💗💓💙💙💙

[@nathandyck2558]

Monumental! It is

[@draytonblackgrove]

Criminally underrated!

[@mississippi-son]

Saw them live in Greenville, SC at Fall for Greenville. Wow, just wow

[@MrTruthseeker1987]

This is a fun song. I do have to explain that when I first heard "Surefire" it was as a bumper song clip at 125% speed. I thought, "I love that little guitar riff." When I finally found the song, I was a little deflated because it sounded so slow to my ears. I was a bit confused until I realized I listen to my radio show podcast at 125% speed to get through it faster. So I went to the tools and sped the song up to 1.25, and sure enough, there was my song. I hope you guys don't mind that I prefer the tune at 125% speed, but it definitely gives a bit of bounce. Thanks for writing a song about real life that is relatable.

[@ivowendell7130]

Amazing Music

[@user-dj3hk2vw6b]

Отличная музыка от отличной команды!!! Браво!

[@bryankonicek2544]

Awesome! My two favorite things, breakfast foods and Wilderado!! Keep on rocking boys.

[@juvelyntalenscout1405]

Your delivery is fantastic which really separates you and makes you stand out from your peers.

[@partlyfire]

You guys probably already know this, but this song actually got on the radio

[@milla_8478]

Discovered this song by pure accident. Someone told me to check out "surefire" by Nural (also a great song) and I clicked this one by accident and instantly fell in love!

[@tosin7c]

What a beautiful and deep piece. As a poet, it got my creative juice flowing to scribble sets of verses while I kept the song in loop. I hope you keep spitting from your depth of soul for us all. Thanks!

[@Golden_Age_Of_Sound]

Exactly. This is pure poetry gold

[@Stlchrisp]

This song is on the wife and I's life playlist, great song

[@johnbyers5240]

Saw these guys in Greenville this past weekend. They are REALLY good.

[@notsure7614]

I’d heard this song maybe a year ago and now barely realizing how amazing it is. Sorry for the profanity but I F**KING LOVE IT!!!!

[@kazhatfield1346]

Reminded me of my childhood. I couldn’t think of the song it reminded me of but definitely a 90’s vibe. I usually play Spotify but when I hear a good one I gotta have it. This was one of those!

[@southwestrunner6384]

I miss videos like this- (80s- style) that tell a simple story No naked people, no crimes, no drugs, no political statements, no violence Just the vibe, human interaction and people in the day to day- and REALLY good music I really hope this band keeps the “up and coming garage band” vibe and mentality Getting “Big” will ruin one of the best bands I’ve seen in decades

[@fazzymaks]

Such an underrated band and what a blissful piece of songwriting

[@FranciscoRodriguez-hl1tb]

I was bartending at OutsideLands when I heard this song playing live by my booth. Was able to catch the name of the band and now I’m here..

[@CelestionPhoenix]

So I could not sleep and figured I would check out Pandora radio and play some indie rock songs and see if I could find any bands that I liked and I found this song. I am weirdly picky about my music and I fell in love with this song instantly! Usually songs take a minute to grow on me but not this one! It is perfect! Love the sound and I just really connected with this tune. Then I went and listened to a few more of your songs and I liked them too! I am truly surprised to see there is not more views/likes on this! You are underrated for sure and that needs to change. I wish the band all the best and I hope to see/hear more of you guys in the future!

[@williamslaura2102]

Great song...great tempo...reminds me of the 🏜️

[@malink2658]

I absolutely adore your music. It always brings me up when i’m feeling down, calms me when i’m stressed out, and you get the point. Keep going you guys, one day you’ll get the recognition you obviously deserve.

[@crocs9520]

Yo guys, I'm the kid from Missoula. You guys are great, keep up the good music

[@launderground]

same diner used in childish gambino's "sweatpants" video and the tom hanks movie "larry crowne."

[@dhaloh]

why do they all use this diner lmao

[@DreamTaker502]

Beautiful tune!

[@TokenPoet]

I think at the end the older couple has left the waitress a check with a life-changing tip - like $10,000 or something. She's not unhappy, she's stunned. What now?

[@manonasr6195]

this music is so cool

[@debw8222]

unlike you

[@rafaelramosmendez3072]

Wow en un mundo donde la música se vivió exasperante Esta canción es una buena bocanada de aire.

[@edeggamer7717]

Más o menos me podrías decir que dice, es que no la encuentro subtitulada y suena bien

[@eljefe8149]

@@edeggamer7717 tal vez no lo traduzco perfecto I can feel it the future Lo puedo sentir en el futuro I can see it in the culture Lo veo en la cultura I see the moon as the sunrise Veo la luna como si subiera el sol See the stars with my morning eyes Veo las estrellas con mis ojos de la mañana Like a bear in the forest Como un oso en el bosque Like the heat in the conscience Como el calor en la consiencia I take a walk through the tree line Camino por donde crecen los arboles Gettin' on with father time Me llevo bien con papa tiempo When do I begin? Donde comienzo Oh my, oh my Vaya vaya Surefire, yeah, the setting sun is going to set on me Seguramente se acaba mi tiempo (El sol se me esta bajando) I've been waiting for a long time Tengo mucho tiempo esperando I've been waiting in the sunshine Esperando en la luz del sol Looking 'round like it's storming Actuando como si fuera un tempestad Drying out like a histamine Secando como un histamin I'm the warden on the front line Soy un guardia en frente de la guerra A yellow soldier on a dead mine Un soldado amarillo en una bomba muerta Listen, lover, won't you call me? Oye amor porque no me marques? I'm a sucker for some harmony Me encanta la harmonia Oh my, oh my Vaya vaya Surefire, yeah, the setting sun is going to set on me Seguramente se me acaba mis oportunidades Oh my, oh my Surefire, yeah, the setting sun wants company Seguramente el sol que se baja quiere compañia When do I begin? Donde comienzo? When do I begin to end? Donde comienzo terminar? ... When do I begin? When do I begin to end? Oh my, oh my Surefire, yeah, the setting sun is going to set on me Oh my, oh my Surefire, yeah, the setting sun wants company

[@ericsingbiel6622]

Good song. Love it, thanks.

The REAL reason you don't hear this band on more stations (pop, etc.) is that they are too much a cut above what the "average" listener wants (or thinks they want) to hear. We are barraged and deluged with the generally nasal, decent, and truth-be-told, I'll admit, sometimes pretty singing, both female and male; but the songs continue one after another in a constant parade of either angst-ridden, or vengeful, or etc etc etc repetitive and not entirely creative (with a granted few exceptions). Nothing ever changes. Look at the brilliance and originality of the crafted songs that range from the 60s through the 80s (90s grunge had its appeal, but a faded fad; rap? to each his own; "boy" bands...I dare not comment). Here we have the pleasure of listening to some of the most creative lyrics and sounds most of us have not heard in a very, very, very long time. Their videos don't exploit just for the sake of views, instead offering either simple, yet elegant filming, to downright movie-quality videos, all encapsulated in just a few short minutes. AND did anyone KNOW that this band was invited by none other than Lindsey Buckingham AND Christie McVie (may she rest in peace) after having them open as a one-off to be THE opening act of the entire remainder of Lindsey''s and Christie's tour of a few years ago. Gone are the days when we can simply call a station (yep, I'm aging myself here) and request a song over and over and over again and help MAKE them known (not necessarily "famous" - that is not this group's jam) to a much wider audience. But...I am a true believer that talent-will-out, and much sooner than later this band will receive its "popular" place, or better said, broader reach. Spread the good news...there is still true, fantastically artistic, stylistic, original music out there...and it is known as "Wilderado".

[@jtheexistentialist1221]

This song is absolutely amazing. I found a new taste. This is so crazy good.

[@lanceg3208]

Damn. Very solid ending

[@mundotecgabrieldiazo7810]

I love alternative rock♥️... saludos desde Perú para el todo el mundo

[@alihamza-qp8vq]

Yeah, but this is indie*

[@Mikeokc]

Love this “so everyday” video

[@bahas378]

Cool 👍😊 I love this song))) See, you are share your soul to this music 🎵 Hello from Kazakhstan 🇰🇿 👋

[@adilfaiz7480]

I am blessed to reach here, thank you so much for this music.

[@curbkreature7488]

Idk how to feel it was catchy for like 10 seconds then it died by just having a movie scene

[@NarendraSingh-dq7io]

I'm in love to this song ❤️😍😍😍😍

[@Cobragenius]

Can't wait for Tuesday in Boulder, gents. Good times ahead! #TheHill

[@davelouthan9552]

Saw them in Chicago and now am perusing their website to see if I can swing seeing them in another city

[@eusammer]

Ouço essa música todo dia e não enjoo!!!!

[@NoName-cd3xi]

Tmj

[@felipeh.7481]

Essa música é simplesmente espetacular

[@Amariedubbs]

I met you at the ATL airport! You guys are AHHHMAZING!! So great to meet you ( the drummer ) ! Will be a fan always now!! Much love Marley Dubbs

[@jairstowe7859]

Ouço todos os dias em casa no carro no trabalho simplesmente pra quem gosta de música👏👏👏👏

[@felipeh.7481]

Essa música é simplesmente espetacular. Qualidade fora do comum.

[@bhavanaverma8553]

I love this song so much

[@martyjoyking4905]

Listening to it again 😊

[@vickygrindle9624]

Just saw you last night in Freeport, Maine.🇺🇸🙌

[@okieinthemix]

Curtains were a nice touch. Good job.

[@lukeiffland424]

I wanna know what she read at the end but honestly thats the best part not knowing. Making the guess of yourself because the future is truly unknown!

[@joeschmoe442]

Great band. Tulsa here!!

[@noemsa]

I think the restauant represents life. Fill with hard work, friendship, pleasures, contradictions, company, secrets, love, solitude... She wants a break, she doesn't want to be in there but for some reason she has to. So she fake smiles and pretend to care. When the entrance door closes, is time for the old couple to leave and so they do it showing love, saying goodbye and leaving her hope.

[@mootpointless]

I disagree that she dislikes her job...She seems content, it pays the bills..The old couple left her a sad note clearly...My take is one of them has terminal illness cause waitress was saddened reading it..

[@susanbuckley4153]

Amazing song.. I love it soooo much!!

[@estebanmercado8883]

GREAT music!

[@JOAOVITOR-je9dn]

Love this song ❤