In September, 2006, Adelphi was dropped from Drive-Thru Records. It is unknown exactly why this occurred, but some fans suggest their demos (assisted by producer/engineer Matt Thomas) hardly made it past owner Richard Reinesβs desk. Almost instantaneously, the band released 3 demos onto their MySpace profile. These demos are more dynamic employing various percussion instruments including Tambourines, Cowbells, and Shakers. Haller switched to bigger shells and different drum tuning. Lichtfussβ bass tones shifted more to the midrange. Sophocles and Keaton switched exclusively to combo amps of different vintages, and further employed the use of effects as they saw fit.
The band played their last show as Adelphi on December 30, 2007 and three members formed a new band.
Keaton, Haller, Thomas, and Dan Book (of Voodoo Blue) now compose the band The Everlove.
Adelphi Lineup:
Tom Haller
Ryan Keaton
Alex Sophocles
Matt Thomas
Aloha Bacon
Adelphi Lyrics
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Because you'll find that there is just here.
And here is always the same, the place you want to escape.
It's not the walls that will change, it's the color of the paint.
After all, it's the grass that looks so green,
Cause the other side's never as good as it seems.
From what your heart feels is right,
Or what you want out of life
Will change like the weather.
After all it's the grass that looks so green,
Cause the other side's never as good as it seems.
You want what you have and more, cause we are only people.
It's something you can't ignore, yeah we are only people.
So bring on the heavy clouds...
That seem to circle your house
And keep the rain coming down,
But soon enough it will dry
In the warmth of the sunlight.
After all it's the grass that looks so green,
Cause the other side's never as good as it seems. [x3]
The song "Aloha Bacon" by Adelphi contains a message about the importance of appreciating what you have instead of constantly seeking something new. The opening lines advise against trying too hard to find a new place, as you may come to realize that where you are now is just as good. The song suggests that rather than the walls around us, it is the way we perceive our surroundings that makes a difference. The grass may seem greener on the other side, but we should be careful not to allow our desires to distract us from appreciating what we already have.
The second stanza encourages listeners to trust their hearts over their eyes, as our thoughts can sometimes deceive us. We should be careful not to be swayed by the allure of the unknown or the promise of something new, but to focus on what truly matters to us. The chorus repeats the message that the other side is never as good as it seems and encourages us to value what we have. The bridge emphasizes that we are only human and that it is only natural to want more, but we should also acknowledge what we already have.
Overall, "Aloha Bacon" by Adelphi is a song about finding contentment in the present and recognizing the importance of appreciating what we have. It reminds us not to be fooled by the allure of something new and to trust our hearts over our eyes.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't try so hard to find your way there,
Don't overthink and overanalyze your path in life, because often, the present moment is where you need to be.
Because you'll find that there is just here.
Your current state or place in life is all there is, and that's okay.
And here is always the same, the place you want to escape.
It's easy to feel like you're stuck in your current situation, and you may yearn for something different.
It's not the walls that will change, it's the color of the paint.
Changing your external circumstances may not bring the fulfillment or happiness you seek; it's the perspective or attitude you have towards them that makes the difference.
After all, it's the grass that looks so green,
Sometimes we get tempted by what we don't have - things that seem better or more desirable than our own.
Cause the other side's never as good as it seems.
But often, that grass only appears greener from a distance or a skewed perspective - it's not actually better.
Don't let your eyes lead your mind
Your perception and interpretation of things may be colored by your biased or limited view of the world.
From what your heart feels is right,
Instead, follow your intuition and inner compass, which can guide you towards what is truly fulfilling and meaningful for you.
Or what you want out of life
If you don't listen to your heart and just follow what you think you should do or what others tell you, you risk losing sight of your own goals and desires.
Will change like the weather.
Your priorities or interests may shift or evolve as you grow and experience different things.
You want what you have and more, cause we are only people.
It's natural to always want more or to strive for something greater, but it's important to appreciate what you already have and find contentment in the present moment.
It's something you can't ignore, yeah we are only people.
We are all human and imperfect, and that means we will have ups and downs, successes and failures. Ignoring this truth can lead to unrealistic expectations and disappointment.
So bring on the heavy clouds...
Even if life seems challenging or difficult at times, it's important to face it with resilience and courage.
That seem to circle your house
Problems or obstacles can sometimes feel like they're surrounding you or weighing you down.
And keep the rain coming down,
These difficulties may persist and seem never-ending, but they won't last forever.
But soon enough, it will dry
Just as rain eventually stops, problems will resolve or become more manageable.
In the warmth of the sunlight.
And eventually, you will find yourself in a better, brighter place.
After all, it's the grass that looks so green,
The refrain reminds us that it's easy to get carried away by external appearances or desires, but we should stay grounded in our own reality and appreciate what we have.
Cause the other side's never as good as it seems. [x3]
This final repetition reinforces the idea that the grass is rarely greener on the other side, and that contentment comes from within rather than from external circumstances.
Contributed by Allison I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Morgan Suszek
@magicalminty Me too.