An alternative rock band from San Diego, California. The name comes from a surfing term meaning to switch the position of your feet on the board. This also alludes to taking on a different perspective on life. Contrary to popular belief, they are not a Christian band; although the members individually are Christians. Songs are usually written in Socratic dialogue containing socially aware lyricism. Many consider them a sell-out, poser, one-hit-wonder band, while in fact their music hasn't strayed at all from their roots.
I find it interesting that pro-Switchfoot comments here are positive and polite, (with the exeption of one, I think, sarcastic comment) while anti-Switchfoot comments are extremely derogatory and misinformed in nature. I think this says alot about the band itself.
by Nestle January 13, 2007
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best band ever, most popular for album the beautiful letdown. and the song meant to live and dare you to move, gone was popular on christian stations, as mtl and dytm dominated the mainstream. they are sexy fellows on a mission to make u jam/ rock out.
I need to go to a switchfoot concert.

bro, right next to tim foreman front row.

hey concentrate on the music.

yeah, my bad, but damn hes fine.
by motoson January 7, 2007
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Totally awesome and inspiring band consisting of Jon Foreman (guitar and vocals), Tim Foreman (bass and backing vocals), Chad Butler (drums), Jerome Fontamillas (guitar and keyboard), and Drew Shirley (guitar).
Me: Hey Cecily, don't you just love Switchfoot? They are so awesome..
Cecily: Heck yes! I love Switchfoot!!
by Chelsea March 21, 2005
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Best band ever......
Yes they are that awesome!!!
Their name came from surfing as all you surfas out there know.
Willy:Switchfoot is awesome!!!
Swanky:Yeah, whatevah.
by Crazy Poofer May 9, 2004
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One of the worlds greatest bands ever! Notice how i didn't limit it to just "christian bands," possibly due to the fact that they are not just the greatest Christian band, but because they, among many people, are considered to be one of the greatest bands of all. Anyone who may disagree, you are entitled to your opinion, however, I would just like to inform that crack kills. If you are not one of the drug-doers to which I am referring, then you are probably not a Jesus-Loving homie, in which case I will pray for you.
1.)shelly: "switchfoot is the GREATEST band of all time!"
non-Jesus-Lover: "ummmmmmmmmm....no."
shelly: "CRACK KILLS!"
non-Jesus-Lover: " but...I..I...don't do...drugs."
shelly: "....(puzzled look)....really?"
non-Jesus-Lover: "yea."
shelly: "huh..I'll pray for you."
by Justina Johnson September 26, 2006
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excellent rock band, most popular for album the beautiful letdown. and the song meant to live and dare you to move, gone was popular on christian stations, as mtl and dytm dominated the mainstream. they are sexy fellows on a mission to make u jam/ rock out.
I need to go to a switchfoot concert.
I need to go to a switchfoot concert.

bro, right next to tim foreman ...front row.

hey concentrate on the music.

yeah, my bad, but damn hes fine.
by motoson January 8, 2007
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1) An incredibly amazing band.

2) One of the only Christian rock bands today that actually has talent and plays real music (besides Relient K).
I love Switchfoot. People who sit at their computers thinking of negative things to put about Switchfoot on here have wayyy too much time on their hands. It's pretty sad. And Switchfoot loves you.
by Emilyzzzzz May 3, 2005
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