"Different", a single of their latest album, has had some radio play and peaked at #25 in US Modern Rock Chart. The song "This Conversation Is Over" from the same album was re-recorded in Simlish for The Sims 2: University.
During the band's hiatus, Jason Vena is apparently currently working for his family's business in Mercer Island, Washington. Kaylan Cloyd has joined Ryan Van Wieringen and Bobby Darling of Gatsby's American Dream to form Search/Rescue. The band released their debut album The Compound in 2007. Nick Radovanovic, Christian McAlhaney, and Kyle Flynn started a band called Thunder Thunder with Jerrod Bettis. Their current status is unknown due to McAlhaney's commitment with Anberlin.
Different
Acceptance Lyrics
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Getting tired, hating all I've known
Holding on, like it's all I have
Count me out, when it's clear that I, find it hard to say
And you, find it hard to care
I wanted to see something that's different, something you said would change in me
Wanted to be, anything different, everything you would change in me
Got this way, upfront but never true
God I'm wrong, it's just the way I am
Crashing down, any chance you hear
Caving in, any chance that you, could see inside of me
And I don't know what to say, it's fine
This isn't Hollywood
So fine, getting in your way
I wanted to see something that's different, something you said would change in me
Wanted to be, anything different, everything you would change in me
I'm taking a chance, this could be different
This could be all I'm waiting for
Taking a chance, this could be different
This could be all I'm waiting for
I wanted to see something that's different, something you said would change in me
Wanted to be, anything different, everything you would change in me
The lyrics of Acceptance's "Different" convey a sense of frustration and a desire for personal growth. The first verse describes the singer's inner turmoil as they reflect on their life while driving home. They feel exhausted and discontent with the way things have been, yet they are still holding onto what they do have. Despite this inner conflict, the singer states that they find it difficult to express their thoughts and feelings, and feels that those around them are not invested in what they have to say.
The second verse highlights the singer's desire for change, acknowledging that the way they have conducted themselves in the past has not been honest or true to who they really are. However, they fear that any attempts to change may be met with failure or rejection. The lyrics "crashing down, any chance you hear, caving in, any chance that you, could see inside of me" suggest a lack of confidence and a fear of vulnerability. Nonetheless, the singer takes a chance and hopes that the change they seek will come.
The chorus of the song reinforces the desire for something different, something that could change the course of the singer's life. Throughout the song, the singer seeks validation from others while also struggling with their own personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell myself, on the ride home
Reciting to oneself whilst driving home
Getting tired, hating all I've known
Exhausted and detesting familiar things
Holding on, like it's all I have
Grasping tightly as if it's the only thing left
Count me out, when it's clear that I, find it hard to say
Remove me from the equation, I struggle to express myself
And you, find it hard to care
And you, struggle to demonstrate empathy
I wanted to see something that's different, something you said would change in me
I yearned for a transformation that you promised
Wanted to be, anything different, everything you would change in me
I desired to be anything other than who I am, and you were supposed to change that
Got this way, upfront but never true
Arrived at this predicament honestly, but it was always a lie
God I'm wrong, it's just the way I am
I'm mistaken, but it's rooted in my nature
Crashing down, any chance you hear
Collapsing in plain sight, hoping you'll take notice
Caving in, any chance that you, could see inside of me
Succumbing to pressure, wishing you could understand me
And I don't know what to say, it's fine
I'm speechless, but it's not a big deal
This isn't Hollywood
This isn't a movie
So fine, getting in your way
I'll be okay hindering you
I'm taking a chance, this could be different
I'm risking, this time it could be unique
This could be all I'm waiting for
This opportunity could be everything I hoped for.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHRISTIAN MCALHANEY, JASON VENA, KAYLAN CLOYD, NICK RADOVANOVIC, RYAN ZWIEFELHOFER
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@malakib1998
This past year has been extremely tough losing so many especially the death of my brother. Next month will be tougher as his birthday and one year anniversary of his passing approaches. Spending nightly vigils by his hospital bedside praying he would wake from his coma and I would awake from this bad nightmare. Never did I get a chance to say I love you or Goodbye. In my dreams, I see him only to awake with tears streaming. I've gathered my strength for his sake for my family but inside I'm only human that feels too much but never shows it.
This past November I felt his presence. I could never get past the thought of not getting there in time to save my brother last July. Life is a mystery and a valued gift we take for granted. God has a way of letting me know it wasn't my fault he passed and to stop beating myself up for not getting there in time to perform CPR/chest compressions. My last year of teaching at a school I loved I had never experienced anything in my entire career as I was put in this moment of time and place in November. Shortly after renewing my CPR/AED first aid certification; my youngest student was choking on a plastic small object. He was spitting up. Turned blue purple, couldn't breathe, and was desperately sticking his fingers in his mouth to take it out. The floater ran to get help while I stayed to perform the heimlich maneuver and kept all 17 kids calm including a special needs little Angel. By the time the nurse and Clerk came; I was able to jolt the object out of being on the verge of his throat area. I never spoke publicly about it because I'm not one to seek attention but hope to be an example for others to never let fear stop you from saving a human being's life. I was NOT going to let it happen on my watch or in my hands.
I wasn't there to save my brother's life but in life's mysterious way, it came full circle to put me in a position to save a 3 year old little boy's life on his mother's birthday. There is definitely a God/Heavenly presence watching over us all.💗🙏🤝💜😪💔💞💗
"ANY CHANCE THAT YOU, COULD SEE INSIDE OF ME
And I don't know what to say, it's fine
This isn't Hollywood...
I'M TAKING A CHANCE, THIS COULD BE DIFFERENT
THIS COULD BE ALL I'M WAITING FOR
Taking a chance, this could be different"
(Songwriters: Christian Mcalhaney / Jason Vena / Kaylan Cloyd / Nick Radovanovic / Ryan Zwiefelhofer)
@dimarherf2238
"Different"
Tell myself on the ride home.
Getting tired, hating all I've known.
Holding on like it's all I have.
Count me out when it's clear that I
find it hard to say.
And you find it hard to care.
I wanted to see something that's different,
something you said would change in me.
Wanted to be anything different,
everything you would change in me.
Got this way, up front but never true.
God, I'm wrong, it's just the way I am.
Crashing down any chance you'll hear.
Caving in any chance that you,
could see inside of me.
And I, I'll know what to say,
It's fine, this isn't Hollywood.
So fine, getting in your way.
I wanted to see something that's different,
something you said would change in me.
Wanted to be anything different,
everything you would change in me.
I'm taking a chance,
this could be different.
This could be all I'm waiting for.
Taking a chance,
this could be different.
This could be all I'm waiting for.
I wanted to see something that's different,
something you said would change in me.
Wanted to be anything different,
everything you would change in me.
Something that's different (something that's different)
@RyanScottWrites
This is just one of those songs man....one of those songs
@randompersononline6328
comment back five years later
@naserharith4700
WolfRyot
Great time and mood
@mikersnapojoo
Yep still listening
@patriciacantin8181
It is. 2005/MySpace. What a great time that was.
@JakeEpoo64
Just bought this record on vinyl. This was a big part of my soundtrack for my college years. The whole album is great. ❤️🤘🏻
@malakib1998
This past year has been extremely tough losing so many especially the death of my brother. Next month will be tougher as his birthday and one year anniversary of his passing approaches. Spending nightly vigils by his hospital bedside praying he would wake from his coma and I would awake from this bad nightmare. Never did I get a chance to say I love you or Goodbye. In my dreams, I see him only to awake with tears streaming. I've gathered my strength for his sake for my family but inside I'm only human that feels too much but never shows it.
This past November I felt his presence. I could never get past the thought of not getting there in time to save my brother last July. Life is a mystery and a valued gift we take for granted. God has a way of letting me know it wasn't my fault he passed and to stop beating myself up for not getting there in time to perform CPR/chest compressions. My last year of teaching at a school I loved I had never experienced anything in my entire career as I was put in this moment of time and place in November. Shortly after renewing my CPR/AED first aid certification; my youngest student was choking on a plastic small object. He was spitting up. Turned blue purple, couldn't breathe, and was desperately sticking his fingers in his mouth to take it out. The floater ran to get help while I stayed to perform the heimlich maneuver and kept all 17 kids calm including a special needs little Angel. By the time the nurse and Clerk came; I was able to jolt the object out of being on the verge of his throat area. I never spoke publicly about it because I'm not one to seek attention but hope to be an example for others to never let fear stop you from saving a human being's life. I was NOT going to let it happen on my watch or in my hands.
I wasn't there to save my brother's life but in life's mysterious way, it came full circle to put me in a position to save a 3 year old little boy's life on his mother's birthday. There is definitely a God/Heavenly presence watching over us all.💗🙏🤝💜😪💔💞💗
"ANY CHANCE THAT YOU, COULD SEE INSIDE OF ME
And I don't know what to say, it's fine
This isn't Hollywood...
I'M TAKING A CHANCE, THIS COULD BE DIFFERENT
THIS COULD BE ALL I'M WAITING FOR
Taking a chance, this could be different"
(Songwriters: Christian Mcalhaney / Jason Vena / Kaylan Cloyd / Nick Radovanovic / Ryan Zwiefelhofer)
@trinchilla22
Thank you for sharing, this is touching. :)
@Nextraker
This came out in 2005. I was 16 💪
@plugboijohnny
I was a baby lol