The band had their active years from 2010 until 2016.
Members:
Christian Koo - Vocals, keyboard, programming (2010-16)
Ben Wilkins - Lead guitar (2010-16)
Steve Ervinck - Rhythm guitar (2010-12)
Anthony Lucido - Bass (2010-13)
Anthony Persichetti - Drums, backup vocals (2010-13)
Koda Hult - Bass, backup vocals (2013-16)
Jacob Burkey - Drums (2013-16)
Discography:
2015 - Never Ending: The Acoustic Sessions (EP)
2014 - Never Ending (Album)
2012 - Miracle Maker (Single)
2011 - Dream Status (EP)
2011 - Shady, Shady (Acoustic) (Single)
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After Hours
Alive In Standby Lyrics
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Checked my phone at least a thousand times
Barren with the promise that she'll never call
Make me wonder if you're into me at all.
See I just care about you baby
Even if you drive me crazy
I don't want no other lady but you.
And even though my mind is hazy
I just think that you're amazing.
I'm sick of love & I'm sick of waiting, I'm sick of you.
See I've been trying to tell myself I'm fine.
A guy like me's not even worth your time.
I'm secretly hoping that you might just disagree
Maybe a girl like you could fall for a guy like me.
See I just care about you baby
Even if you drive me crazy
I don't want no other lady but you.
And even though my mind is hazy
I just think that you're amazing.
I'm sick of love & I'm sick of waiting, I'm sick of you.
See I just care about you baby
Even if you drive me crazy
I don't want no other lady but you.
And even though my mind is hazy
I just think that you're amazing.
I'm sick of love & I'm sick of waiting, I'm sick of you.
I'm sick of love & I'm sick of waiting, I'm sick of you
The lyrics of "After Hours" by Alive In Standby express frustration and desperation in the context of unrequited love. The beginning of the song finds the singer waiting for a call that never comes, obsessively checking their phone in the dead of the night. The absence of communication from the person they are infatuated with leads them to question whether they even reciprocate their feelings.
The chorus repeats the singer's obsession with this person and their unwillingness to consider anyone else: "I just care about you baby / Even if you drive me crazy / I don't want no other lady but you." Though their mind is hazy and they are sick of waiting, they can't shake their attachment to this person. In the second verse, the singer doubts their own worth and wonders if someone like them could ever be desirable to someone they deem so special.
Beyond the immediate context of the song, "After Hours" touches on a universal feeling of uncertainty and yearning that comes with having a crush. The contrast between the singer's confident declaration of love and their second-guessing and self-doubt adds depth to the lyrics. The song captures the emotional turmoil that can befall a person in the throes of deep attraction.
Line by Line Meaning
See I've been waiting in my bed all night
I've been waiting patiently in my bed all night long, eagerly hoping that you'd call me but I've received no response yet.
Checked my phone at least a thousand times
Out of desperation, I have picked up my phone and checked for any notification from you probably thousands of times, just to see if I missed anything from you.
Barren with the promise that she'll never call
I'm feeling disappointed with the realization that she may not call back, leaving me in a painful state of no expectations.
Make me wonder if you're into me at all.
The lack of response from you has made me start to question whether you feel the same way for me or not.
See I just care about you baby
I just want you to know that I really care about you, even if you make me feel frustrated at times.
Even if you drive me crazy
Despite the fact that you drive me mad at times, I still care deeply about you and can't seem to get you out of my mind.
I don't want no other lady but you.
I am deeply in love with you and I don't want to be with any other woman in this world, except for you, who has captured my heart.
And even though my mind is hazy
Although my mind is a bit confused by the way you've been treating me, I still find you amazing and I can't stop thinking about you.
I'm sick of love & I'm sick of waiting, I'm sick of you.
I am tired of constantly waiting for your call and being in love with you, and the way you've treated me has made me sick of loving you.
See I've been trying to tell myself I'm fine.
I've been trying to convince myself that everything is okay and that I don't necessarily need you in my life to be happy but it isn't working out.
A guy like me's not even worth your time.
I feel like I'm not good enough for you or your time, and that I don't deserve to have you or even your attention.
I'm secretly hoping that you might just disagree.
Deep down, I'm secretly hoping that you don't feel the same way about me so that I can finally move on and not have to suffer anymore.
Maybe a girl like you could fall for a guy like me.
Perhaps there's a chance that you might actually fall for someone like me, a guy like me, someone who genuinely cares about you.
Contributed by Claire C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ethanhaas6170
I still listen to this song frequently. I hope these dudes are doing well, bc this song still SLAPS in 2022 🙏🏼♥️
@CardsWithChris
Such a great song and band. Man, this makes me reminisce about the days when I was just out of high school with no bills, no stress, and a lot less responsibility.
@Milehighmez15
Just stopping by to tell you guys this song is still amazing.
@alexistiredxd219
Love the chilled side of Alive In Standby :)
@zmac0001
check out their new project "The True Blue" !!!
@KyleTokes
Saw them perform this song live last night...damn they were good
@MagicalLisp
An absolutely amazing song. I can't stop listening to it.
@maesyngreen5042
I sing this song constantly lol. It's always stuck in my head. <3 Keep up the great work! :)
@sowishful
Omg this one is so amazing! My favorite off the album!!
@InvertedxPerson
You guys are so awesome!