In early 1998, after a few recordings at area studios, Accidental Superhero sought to capture their evolutionary sound in a project that represented the full scope of their musical sensibilities. With this in mind, the band built an independent studio, and began to record their debut album. Nine months later, their first CD Everyman was released.
Later that year, A.S. started a four month tour that took them across the United States where they headlined at the Idaho State Pavilion for an audience of 2,500, and performed at the Whisky A Go-Go and the House of Blues in LA. Their mailing list swelled to 5 figures as they sold thousands of copies of Everyman.
Throughout 1999 and 2000, A.S. continued to release songs independently. Their hit single, "Take My Hand" earned national airplay on top-40 commercial radio. In early 2000, two songs from Everyman were used in the full-length movie trailer and preview for "All The Pretty Horses", now available in the Special Features area of the DVD.
In 2001, with a desire for an edgier style of production, the band set out in a new direction. A.S. redefined their songwriting, and crafted modern-sounding cuts implementing loops and samples. The foursome brought a fresh rawness and intensity to the table - vital to the fulfillment of their new vision. After several months
in the studio creating an original sound based on hip-hop grooves and soaring melodies,
that vision has come to life.
Accidental Superhero is putting the finishing touches on their second album, to be released in early 2003. Pre-release songs are getting rave reviews and an immense number of internet downloads. MP3.com reported over a quarter of a million listens in a period of 3 months in the summer of 2002, putting A.S. at #7 on the Billboard.com download charts, and #2 on the MP3.com Pop and Rock charts. During the same time, the band played numerous sold-out shows, opening for American Hi-Fi, Sammy Hagar, Audiovent, and The Calling.
In August 2002, A.S. toured to New York City to play at the famous CBGB's and the BB King Blues Club, earning a strong review in the NY Post. September and October brought a tidal wave of interviews and magazine reviews, as A.S. headlined shows at the Gothic Theatre in Denver, and the Fox Theatre in Boulder. They made it to the top 10 (out of 1000+ artists) in the in the CMJ/Coca-Cola New Music Award Competition, and maintained the #1 spot (out of 140 Colorado artists) at the Post News Battle of the Bands for 5 straight days, earning fully paid tours to both New York and LA in November.
In 2003, Microsoft is featuring 4 Accidental Superhero songs on the brand new "Project Gotham Racing II" XBOX game, expected to sell 2 million units. A.S. also became a top 3 artist on Buzzplay.net, and was rated in the top 5 unsigned acts on MP3.com. Kweevak.com nominated Full Circle as 2003 "CD of the year".
Stand Up
Accidental Superhero Lyrics
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But I don't need what you give
I don't see how you're so divine
I don't see how you live
Reform you sanity before you come to me
Or I'll just say goodbye
There is no guarantee of what you mean to me
Stop, stop asking me why
stand up with it to throw it down
Stand up willing for the sake of sound
Stand up with it to throw it down
Stand up willing for the sake of sound
it's all so relative
But it's all that I can give
I don't seem to ever mind but it comes time after time
So long to sanity, ever since you came to me
But you always come to mind
If we will ever be what we used to be
You'll have to take what you find
stand up with it to throw it down
Stand up willing for the sake of sound
Stand up with it to throw it down
Stand up willing for the sake of sound
better believe what you see
I gave you ground on me
Better that you try to prove
You only get what you give
stand up with it to throw it down
Stand up willing for the sake of sound
Stand up with it to throw it down
Stand up willing for the sake of sound
The song "Stand Up" by Accidental Superhero talks about the struggle of dealing with someone who is not helpful or supportive, and the need for the person to change or go away. The opening lines set the tone for this, where the singer talks about needing a sedative but not wanting what the other person is offering. The lyrics then turn to criticizing the other person's way of living and urging them to reform their ways before seeking the singer's help.
The chorus serves as a call to action for the singer and the listener, urging them to "stand up with it to throw it down" and be willing to act for the sake of sound, or what is right. The lyrics also acknowledge the relativity of the situation and the fact that the singer is doing what they can, even if it isn't much.
The last verse has a more hopeful tone, as the singer offers the suggestion that things might be able to return to the way they were before the other person came into their life, but only if that person is willing to change and accept what they find.
Overall, "Stand Up" is a song about the need to stand up for oneself and what is right, even if it means cutting ties with someone who is not helpful or supportive.
Line by Line Meaning
I need a sedative
I require something to calm me down
But I don't need what you give
I don't require the things you offer
I don't see how you're so divine
I don't understand how you're considered holy
I don't see how you live
I can't comprehend how you're able to exist
Reform your sanity before you come to me
You need to address your own mental state before approaching me
Or I'll just say goodbye
If you don't fix your issues, I'll cut ties with you
There is no guarantee of what you mean to me
I can't promise that you hold any significance in my life
Stop, stop asking me why
Quit repeatedly questioning me
stand up with it to throw it down
Get ready to take action and make a move
Stand up willing for the sake of sound
Be prepared to take a stance in order to create an impact
it's all so relative
Everything is subjective and dependent on context
But it's all that I can give
But I'm doing my best with what I have
I don't seem to ever mind but it comes time after time
I don't usually care, but this keeps happening repeatedly
So long to sanity, ever since you came to me
I've lost my mental stability since you entered my life
But you always come to mind
You remain on my thoughts
If we will ever be what we used to be
If we'll ever be like we were in the past
You'll have to take what you find
You'll need to accept what you encounter
better believe what you see
You should trust what's in front of you
I gave you ground on me
I allowed you to affect me
Better that you try to prove
It's better that you attempt to show
You only get what you give
You'll receive in return what you put out
stand up with it to throw it down
Prepare to act in order to make an impact
Stand up willing for the sake of sound
Be ready to take a stand for the greater good
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: WAYNE I. LEWIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jack Kuiper
Hidden Easter Eggs in the CD
5:00 First Easter Egg
6:00 Hurt Me Badly Remix
9:41 Lay Down Your Head Remix
14:00 Live performance of “Useless” from the album “Everyman”
18:02 Second Easter Egg
Jack Kuiper
@Sandra L dang… idk this was my dads band I’ll ask him!
Sandra L
Cool. Thanks for those Easter eggs. Where was the live recording taken? I might have been at one of those shows.
James Caulpetzer
The hurt me badly remix Easter egg skips a little but not too bad btw