Touch, Peel and Stand

Days of the New

About Touch, Peel and Stand

"Touch, Peel and Stand" is a song by the rock band Days of the New and the lead single from their self-titled debut album. It was released in 1997 and remains arguably the band's most popular and well known song. The song reached #1 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and retained the spot for a then-record sixteen weeks. Shortly after this success, the song rose to #6 on the Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart, becoming their first Top 10 hit on the chart. "Touch, Peel and Stand" is known for its raw, acoustic feel and maintains considerable radio play to this day. Despite the fact that Travis Meeks writes the majority of the songs by Days of the New, and considers it his own personal project, he has praised Matt Taul's cymbal-heavy percussion in the song. In a 2008 interview, Meeks noted, "As far as I'm concerned, he owns the track."The cover art of the "Touch, Peel and Stand" CD single borrows a photograph from the band's debut album liner notes. This depicts the Wrestling Superstars figure of George "The Animal" Steele. The rubber figure is heavily battered with both his head and left arm torn off. 


Year:
1999
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Since I know how low to go
I won't let it show
Won't you touch me/touch me
I won't let it go
And now I stand and I peel for more
Won't you touch me/touch me
I won't let it go

Yes, I've finally found a reason
I won't need an excuse
I've got this time on my hands
You are the one to abuse
Yes, I've finally found a reason
I won't need an excuse
I've got this time on my hands
You are the one to abuse
The one to abuse

You're always talking back to me
You won't let it be
Won't you touch me/touch me
Never bothered you before
Now I stand and I peel for more
Won't you touch me/touch me
I won't let it go

Yes, I've finally found a reason
I won't need an excuse
I've got this time on my hands
You are the one to abuse
Yes, I've finally found a reason
I won't need an excuse
I've got this time on my hands
You are the one to abuse
The one to abuse

Yes, I've finally found a reason
I won't need an excuse
I've got this time on my hands
You are the one to abuse
Yes, I've finally found a reason
I won't need an excuse
I've got this time on my hands
You are the one to abuse
Yes, I've finally found a reason
I won't need an excuse
I've got this time on my hands
Oh, oh!

I've got this time on my hands
You are the one to abuse!
The one to abuse
Oh!

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Days of the New

Days of the New is an American alternative rock band from Charlestown, Indiana, formed in 1995. The band consists of vocalist/guitarist Travis Meeks and a variety of supporting musicians. They are best known for the hit singles "Touch, Peel and Stand", "The Down Town", "Shelf in the Room", and "Enemy". more »

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Written by: TRAVIS SHANE MEEKS

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12 facts about this song

Band Background
"Touch, Peel and Stand" is a song by "Days of the New," an American rock band established in 1995.
Lead Singer/Guitarist
The band was anchored by Travis Meeks, who served as the group's lead vocalist and guitarist.
Debut Album Success
"Touch, Peel and Stand" was released as part of the band's self-titled debut album in 1997. The album achieved platinum status within a year of release.
Billboard Hot 100 Ranking
The song was a huge hit on US rock radio, reaching number 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart. However, it only made it to number 161 on the Billboard Hot 100 due to lack of mainstream Top 40 radio play.
Song Theme
"Touch, Peel and Stand" primarily revolves around themes of independence and self-discovery, reflecting Travis Meeks' personal experiences and perspectives.
Songwriting
Travis Meeks is credited with writing "Touch, Peel and Stand." His songwriting process typically involves playing an acoustic guitar and composing music before writing the lyrics.
Platinum Award
The single was a huge success for the band, contributing to the album's Platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America.
Distinct Style
The song showcases the band's distinct style, which encompasses grunge, acoustic rock, and folk genres, making them distinct in the late '90s post-grunge music scene.
Cultural Impact
"Touch, Peel and Stand" is often cited as one of the most memorable rock songs of the late 1990s. Despite the band's brief period of mainstream success, the single continues to receive airplay on rock stations.
Travis Meeks' Struggles
Despite the song's success, Meeks struggled with substance abuse issues, which affected the band's stability and the release of their future projects.
Music Video
The music video for "Touch, Peel And Stand" was directed by Frank Sacramento and features the band performing in a desert setting, adding to the song's raw and gritty appeal.
Record Label
The song was released under the Outpost Recordings label, a subdivision of Geffen Records.

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