In January 2022 it was revealed that the band had gotten back together with the original She Watched the Sky line-up, minus Kyle Simmons. The current band's line up is: Jordan Blake (lead vocals), Nick Miller (guitar), Joey Wilson (guitar), Brian White (bass & backup vocals), and Cory La Quay (drums).
However, on February 16, 2022, a new song, Dead Serious, was released by former vocalist Michael "Jag" Jagmin under the A Skylit Drive name, thus creating two separate versions of the band. One being the original lineup, and the other led by Jag.
Michael "Jag" Jagmin filed a lawsuit against the original members of the band for infringement on the name on March 15, 2022, and on April 3, 2022 Jagmin announced two new members joining him and Jon Kintz in his ASD lineup: drummer Casey "KC" Marotta and guitarist/vocalist Louie Caycoya.
On April 23, 2022, the original lineup announced that moving forward, they would preform as "ASD" for the foreseeable future, with Jag's lineup holding the rights to the "A Skylit Drive" name.
on May 1st, 2023, original ASD vocalist Jordan Blake would pass away
Falling Apart In A ded Room
A Skylit Drive Lyrics
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I spit out what I breathe
Through the dust and decay
I can't touch what I see
A reflection of me
Disengage the machine
Let the light fade away
As we fall into the grey
Into the fray
Take me away
Into the grey
I shouldn't stay but I can't let you go
We're face to face yet stand alone
I'm just a slave of a life split in two
Falling apart in a crowded room
You can choke on your greed
You can swallow the plague
I won't buy what is free
You're the one that will pay
In the land of the free and the home of the fake
We're consumed by disease
As we fall into our graves
I shouldn't stay but I can't let you go
We're face to face yet stand alone
I'm just a slave of a life split in two
Falling apart in a crowded room
I can't let you go
Shut down and reignite
We are the dust that whispers
Ash from a fire inside
Death on the wind
We whisper
I can't let you go
We're face to face yet stand alone
I'm just a slave of a life split in two
Falling apart in a crowded room
I shouldn't stay but I can't let you go
We're face to face yet stand alone
I'm just a slave of a life split in two
Falling apart in a crowded room
I shouldn't stay but I can't let you go
I can't let you go
These lyrics from A Skylit Drive's song "Falling Apart In A Crowded Room" reflect themes of internal turmoil, disillusionment, and emotional struggle amidst a chaotic and deteriorating world. The opening lines "Shut down and reignite, I spit out what I breathe" suggest a cycle of shutting down emotionally and then trying to revitalize oneself, only to find oneself trapped in a state of decay and unable to connect with one's surroundings. The mention of a reflection implies a sense of self-awareness and perhaps a realization of one's own flaws and vulnerabilities.
The lyrics further delve into feelings of detachment and disconnection, as the singer expresses a desire to disengage from the machine and let the light fade away. The reference to falling into the grey and the fray signifies a descent into confusion and uncertainty, symbolizing a loss of direction and purpose. Despite the overwhelming sense of being overwhelmed by the surroundings, there is also a plea to be taken away from this despair and turmoil.
The lyrics also touch upon themes of societal critique and rebellion against conformity and greed. The singer rejects the concept of buying into what is free, emphasizing a rejection of materialism and superficial values. The mention of being consumed by disease and falling into graves alludes to the metaphorical death and decay within society, highlighting a sense of hopelessness and inevitability in the face of societal decay.
Overall, the repeated refrain "I can't let you go" suggests a desperate struggle to hold on to something or someone despite the overwhelming chaos and disintegration that surrounds the singer. The repeated references to standing alone and being divided in a life split in two convey a sense of inner conflict and emotional turmoil, culminating in the profound realization that despite the struggle and detachment, the singer cannot let go of whatever it is that anchors them, even as they feel like they are falling apart in a crowded room full of chaos and disillusionment.
Line by Line Meaning
Shut down and reignite
Taking a break and starting fresh to rejuvenate
I spit out what I breathe
Expressing emotions through words
Through the dust and decay
Despite the hardships and deterioration
I can't touch what I see
Unable to physically connect with the situation
A reflection of me
Seeing oneself in the circumstances
Disengage the machine
Breaking free from routine or habit
Let the light fade away
Allowing darkness to encroach
I shouldn't stay but I can't let you go
Feeling conflicted about leaving
I'm just a slave of a life split in two
Being torn between two paths in life
Falling apart in a crowded room
Struggling internally despite being surrounded by people
In the land of the free and the home of the fake
A critique on the hypocrisy and insincerity in society
We're consumed by disease
Being corrupted by negative influences
I can't let you go
Unable to move on
We are the dust that whispers
Symbolizing the impermanence of life
Death on the wind
A sense of impending doom
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KrazyAttack
Fuck this is good. That chorus has me destroying the repeat button.
DemonDerpz
Is that a team liquid youtube avatar? Neat
Miss Yuni-chan
+KrazyAttack
Literally laughing out loud at my desk. Your comment made my day. I'm not supposed to be on youtube at work but here I am. Thanks for making my boring ass job a delight.
John Metcalf
right? this song is fucking beautiful. in my opinion this was the best post hardcore album of 2015
Justin
"I shouldn't stay but I can't let you go.
We're face to face yet stand alone.
I'm just a slave of a life split in two.
Falling apart in a crowded room."
Amazing vocals here. Can't wait for this album!
Brendon Sloan
This song is hands down, just powerful.
RaiXVortex
dont care what no one says. i love all their albums
Cory Conti
I concur
Nikki
Their content was great! It was just that some of the editing was rushed (see the bridge for Shock My Heart where a part of the song just abruptly stops)