Good Intentions

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About Good Intentions

"Good Intentions" is a song by the rock group Toad the Wet Sprocket. The song is included on both the band's album In Light Syrup and the Friends soundtrack, Friends Original TV Soundtrack. This version was recorded in January 1991 during the sessions for the band's third album fear but was not included because they felt it was too catchy and sounded like an obvious "hit single".


Year:
1995
3:25
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It's hard to rely on my good intentions
When my head's full of things that I can't mention
Seems I usually get things right
But I can't understand what I did last night

It's hard to rely on my own good senses
When I miss so much that requires attention
Have to laugh at myself sometimes
And I can see that I'm not blind

There's little relief
Give us reprieve
For all the things I've left behind
I'm positive that I'm not blind

I'm not afraid things won't get better
But it feels like this has gone on forever
You have to cry with your own blue tears
Have to laugh with your own good cheer

It's hard to rely on my good intentions
When my head's full of things that I can't mention
Seems I usually get things right
But I can't understand what I did last night

There's little relief
Give us reprieve
Imagining the world outside
I'm positive that I'm not blind

I can't be hard on you
'cause you know I've been there too
Learned a lot of things from you

But life gives little relief
Give us reprieve
And when everyone is cold as ice
I clinch my fists and close my eyes
Imagining the world outside
But I can see that I'm not blind

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Toad the Wet Sprocket

Toad the Wet Sprocket is an American alternative rock band formed in 1986. The band consists of vocalist and guitarist Glen Phillips, guitarist Todd Nichols, bassist Dean Dinning, and drummer Randy Guss. The band enjoyed chart success in the 1990s with the singles "Walk on the Ocean", "All I Want", "Something's Always Wrong", and "Fall Down", among others. The band broke up in 1998 to pursue other projects but in 2006 began touring the United States as a band in small-venue, short-run tours each summer. In December 2010, the band announced their official reunion as a full-time working band and have started writing songs for their first new studio album since their 1997 Columbia Records release Coil. more »

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Written by: Dean Dinning, Glen Phillips, Randel Guss, Todd Nichols

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10 facts about this song

Band Formation
"Good Intentions" is a song by American alternative rock band Toad the Wet Sprocket, which was formed in 1986.
Genre
Even though Toad the Wet Sprocket is primarily recognized as an alternative rock band, the song "Good Intentions" extends into a pop-oriented sound.
Album
The song "Good Intentions" featured in their compilation album "In Light Syrup" which was released in 1995.
Popularisation
This song was popularized largely because of its association with a '90s television sitcom. It was included in the soundtrack for the second season of the popular television series "Friends."
Chart Ranking
In the United States, "Good Intentions" peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Songs Structure
It had a verse-chorus song structure and relied heavily on vocal harmonies, infusing their grunge-era rock sound with a more mellow and melodic undertone.
Band Disbandment
The band disbanded in 1998, just a few years after the release of "Good Intentions", only to regroup several years later in 2006.
Lyrics
The song lyrics explore the ambiguities of life, presenting a theme of good intentions not always leading to beneficial outcomes.
Artistic Contribution
Despite its mainstream success, "Good Intentions" held to Toad the Wet Sprocket's artistic sensibilities, framing fragile lyrics within a soft-pop tune.
Reception
The song received positive reviews from critics for its melodious tune and profound lyrics.

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