I Sat By the Ocean

Queens of the Stone Age

About I Sat By the Ocean

"I Sat by the Ocean" is the second single by American rock band Queens of the Stone Age from their sixth studio album, ... Like Clockwork (2013). It was released on August 6, 2013, shortly after the band's performance at Lollapalooza music festival on August 4. On July 31, 2013, Queens of the Stone Age performed the song on the late-night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live!, together with the first single from the album, "My God Is the Sun".


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I sat by the ocean
And drank a potion, baby to erase you
Face down in the boulevard yet I couldn't face you

There ain't no use in cryin'
It doesn't change anything, so baby what good does it do?
Your friends they'll sympathize, maybe I don't need them to

Imagine I'd be your one and only
Instead I'm the lonely one
You, me, and a lie
Silence is closer
We're passing ships in the night

There's nowhere to run away
Said, 'Boy if you want love, you'll have to go and find it with someone new'
'Do you know who you really are? Are you sure it's really you'?
Lies are a funny thing
They slip through your fingertips because they never happened to you
Time wounds all the heals as we fade out of view

Imagine I'd be your one and only
Instead I'm the lonely one
You, me, and a lie
Silence is closer
We're passing ships in the night
You, me, and a lie
Silence is closer
We're passing ships in the night
Into the light, left with nowhere to hide

Closer and closer
We're crashing ships in the night

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Queens of the Stone Age

Queens of the Stone Age is an American rock band from Palm Desert, California, United States, formed in 1997. The band's line-up includes founding member Josh Homme (lead vocals, guitar), alongside longtime members Troy Van Leeuwen (guitar, lap steel, backing vocals), Michael Shuman (bass guitar, backing vocals), Dean Fertita (keyboards, guitar, percussion, backing vocals), and Jon Theodore (drums, percussion). Former members include, Dave Grohl, Nick Oliveri, and Joey Castillo. more »

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Written by: Dean Anthony Fertita, Josh Homme, Joshua Michael Homme, Michael Jay Shuman, Troy Dean Van Leeuwen

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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13 facts about this song

Album Inclusion
"I Sat By The Ocean" is the fourth track on "...Like Clockwork," the sixth studio album of Queens of the Stone Age.
Release Information
The song, along with the album, was released on June 3, 2013, by Matador Records.
Band Line-Up
Band members involved in this track and album include Josh Homme, Troy Van Leeuwen, Dean Fertita, and Michael Shuman.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by Queens of the Stone Age frontman Josh Homme alongside all the members of the band.
Genre
"I Sat By the Ocean" falls under the genre of rock, more specifically, alternative and stoner rock.
Album Theme
The song's lyrics reflect various themes of the album, such as depression, loneliness, and emotional turmoil.
Reception
"I Sat by the Ocean" garnered positive reviews from critics, and fans alike, praising its catchy tune and meaningful lyrics.
Chart Performance
The album "...Like Clockwork," which features "I Sat By the Ocean," debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Live Performances
The band first performed the song live on July 31, 2013, at an intimate gig at The Wiltern in Los Angeles.
Acoustic Version
A stripped-down acoustic version of "I Sat By the Ocean" was performed by the band for a radio station, showcasing a different side to the song's energy.
Musical Style
The track represents Queens of the Stone Age’s style with guitar-based rock served with their signature smooth melodies and emotive lyrics.
Animation Feature
An animated visual interpretation of "I Sat By the Ocean" was created by graphic novel artist Boneface and can be found on YouTube.
Music Video
Although there is no official music video for "I Sat By the Ocean," the song's live performances are popular on video-sharing platforms.

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