A return wrapped in fuzz—blending raw energy with a sharper, more polished sound.
A track that reflects on departure, closure, and the echoes of the past.
“So just kiss me goodnight.”
⚡ Not a tearful goodbye—a necessary step forward.
🔙 The past fades, but doesn’t hold you back.
💭 A farewell that’s more about moving on than mourning.
🔥 Driving rhythms mirror restless energy.
💥 Melodic guitars balance grunge grit with power-pop clarity.
🎤 Nathan Williams’ snarl with a touch of wistfulness.
⚡ A soaring chorus perfect for live moments.
⚡ An anthem for moving forward
🎶 Infectious hooks & fuzzed-out charm
💔 A reminder that while chapters close, Wavves is far from finished.
Wavves returns with “So Long,” a track that blends their signature gritty sound with a newfound sense of polish. Marking their first release since 2021’s “Caviar,” the song reflects on departure, closure, and the echoes of a past that lingers as a mere memory.
Alongside this release, the band launched Wavvy Supply Co., their own cannabis brand, and announced a benefit concert for LA wildfire victims—further solidifying their presence both musically and culturally.
“So Long” is a breakup song that doesn’t wallow in sadness but instead embraces a detached acceptance of moving on. The lyrics depict someone reaching the end of a chapter—whether it’s a relationship, a phase of life, or an internal struggle.
There’s no desperate longing, just a matter-of-fact farewell, as the past fades into a distant memory rather than a lingering wound.
Beneath this detachment lies a sense of disillusionment, a feeling of being cornered by unresolved emotions. The goodbye itself feels less like a heartfelt farewell and more like a necessary step to finally sever ties, echoed in the line, “So just kiss me goodnight.” Rather than a tender moment, it comes across as a final, almost obligatory gesture before moving on for good.
Yet, despite its melancholic undertones, So Long is anything but subdued—its driving energy mirrors the restless push forward, making it an anthem for those who are done looking back.
Musically, “So Long” stays true to Wavves’ roots while embracing a sharper, more polished edge. The track is built on a foundation of driving guitars, layered with fuzzy distortion that retains the band’s lo-fi appeal. Yet, there’s a newfound clarity in the production, allowing the melodies to shine through with power-pop finesse.
Key elements that define the track:
While the song maintains Wavves’ signature rawness, there’s an undeniable evolution in sound. As Stereogum aptly put it, “these days his melodies gleam, and the whole thing has an air of power-pop professionalism.”
“So Long” encapsulates the feeling of letting go—not in a dramatic or sorrowful way, but with a sense of clarity and acceptance. It’s a song that finds beauty in endings, turning them into something anthemic and unforgettable. With its infectious hooks and fuzzed-out charm, Wavves proves once again why their brand of surf-punk-meets-power-pop continues to resonate.
As the band ventures into new creative territories, both musically and beyond, “So Long” serves as a reminder that while some chapters close, Wavves is far from finished.
For those who wants to hear the song, it’s on Youtube.
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[Verse 1]
Wrap my hands around the sun, ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
I’m gonna miss everyone, ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
And all I’ve got to say is there’s nothing left
So I’ve gotta run
Thanks a lot, and it’s all been fun, ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
[Pre-Chorus]
You left me cornered after everything that you said
And I’ve seen so much, I can’t explain it
Now nothing makes me feel alright
So just kiss me goodnight
[Chorus]
So long
You are so gone
Just a memory to me now
A memory to me now
So long
You are so gone
Just a memory to me now
A memory to me now
[Verse 2]
I can’t think, I’ve been spun, ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
Thrill machine starts at dawn, ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
I walked out the back of the laundry mat
‘Cause the cycle is done
Thanks a lot, and it’s all been fun, ah, ah-ah, ah-ah
[Pre-Chorus]
You left me cornered after everything that you said
And I’ve seen so much, I can’t explain it
Now nothing makes me feel alright
So just kiss me goodnight
[Chorus]
So long
You are so gone
Just a memory to me now
A memory to me now
So long
You are so gone
Just a memory to me now
A memory to me now
[Instrumental Bridge]
[Chorus]
So long
You are so gone
Just a memory to me now
A memory to me now
So long
You are so gone
Just a memory to me now
A memory to me now
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