Backstory:
Hailing from the beachside city of Santa Monica, California, Elated Inn was originally just a duo of childhood friends, Sam Granville and Will Harper, in 2010. Their shared love for music fostered a bond that translated into creating music that echoed the vibes of a sunny beach day. Years later, they added a third member, Hannah Foster, an old schoolmate who added her soulful vocals and guitar skills to the mix. The band got its name from their favorite local hangout spot, a quirky inn on the seaside named ‘Elated Inn’. In 2015, after gigging tirelessly and garnering a following in the local music scene, they released their debut album, which instantly created a stir in the indie community.
Genre:
Indie Pop-Rock
Title:
“Golden Days”
Full Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
[G]Walking down the [D]lane of [Em]memory,
[C]Pictures of the [G]past, [D]shining brightly.
[G]Running on the [D]sandy [Em]beach,
[C]Where we found our [G]joy, [D]our reach.
(Chorus)
[G]Golden days, [D]oh, those golden [Em]days,
[C]Filled with laughter, [G]sunshine and haze.
[G]Golden days, [D]wish they never [Em]faded,
[C]But in our hearts, they’re [G]forever [D]braided.
(Verse 2)
[G]Splashing in the [D]waves of [Em]freedom,
[C]Living our dreams, [G]we had [D]no kingdom.
[G]Sunset by the [D]ocean [Em]wide,
[C]These are the memories, [G]we confide. [D]
(Chorus)
[G]Golden days, [D]oh, those golden [Em]days,
[C]Filled with laughter, [G]sunshine and haze.
[G]Golden days, [D]wish they never [Em]faded,
[C]But in our hearts, they’re [G]forever [D]braided.
(Bridge)
[D]Times have changed, we’ve [Em]grown older,
[C]But the warmth of those days, it [G]grows bolder.
[D]In the end, it’s those [Em]moments we chase,
[C]Forever imprinted, in [G]time’s [D]embrace.
(Chorus)
[G]Golden days, [D]oh, those golden [Em]days,
[C]Filled with laughter, [G]sunshine and haze.
[G]Golden days, [D]wish they never [Em]faded,
[C]But in our hearts, they’re [G]forever [D]braided.
Favorite Fan:
The band’s favorite fan is a guy named Danny. Danny first heard Elated Inn playing at a local pub in Santa Monica and has followed them ever since. He said, “Elated Inn’s music brings back the best of my memories, their songs are like the soundtrack of my life. ‘Golden Days’ is by far my favorite. It transports me back to the carefree days of endless summers and youthful exuberance. Their music is a perfect blend of nostalgia, upbeat melodies, and heartfelt lyrics. They’re not just a band to me, they’re like friends singing about our shared experiences.” Danny has been to every single show of Elated Inn in California and has an impressive collection of their merchandise. His dedication and love for Elated Inn’s music make him their favorite fan.