Amber
311 · Greatest Hits '93-'03 [2004]
Take me away from the norm
I got to tell you something
This phenomenon
I had to put it in a song
And it goes like
Whoa, amber is the color of your energy
Whoa, shades of gold displayed naturally
You ought to know what brings me here oh
You glide through my head blind to fear
And I know why
Whoa, amber is the color of your energy
Whoa, shades of gold displayed naturally
Whoa, amber is the color of your energy
Whoa, shades of gold displayed naturally
You live too far away...
Your voice rings like a bell anyway...
Don't give up your independence,
Unless it feels so right,
Nothing good comes easily,
Sometimes you got to fight...
Whoa, amber is the color of your energy
Whoa, shades of gold displayed naturally
Launched a thousand ships in my heart, so easy
Still it's fine from afar,
And you know that...
Whoa, brainstorm (brainstorm)
Take me away from the norm
Whoa (whoa), I got to tell you something
Amber
Amber stands as a defining track in the discography of 311, showcasing the band's signature blend of reggae, rock, and alternative influences. Originally recorded for the 1999 album From Chaos, the song captures the group's mature sound during a period of significant creative exploration. The recording features the band's characteristic interplay between heavy guitar riffs and smooth, rhythmic basslines, creating a dynamic texture that has resonated with fans for decades. As a staple of their live performances, Amber highlights the vocal delivery and instrumental precision that helped establish 311 as a major force in modern rock. Its inclusion on the 2004 compilation Greatest Hits '93-'03 underscores its enduring popularity and importance within the band's broader catalogue of work.