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» Rich Beeston (vocals/piano)
» Dave Beeston (drums/backing vocals)
» Gavin Perkins (bass)
» Dorny (guitar)

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All Mankind have gained a loyal following across the USA, UK, and Australia, having performed over 500 times in the last three years to more than 100,000 fans. The band's live success has led to independent album sales in the thousands and award nominations for songwriting and performance in both Australia and America.

In 2008, All Mankind went into the studio with noted ARIA-winning producer David Nicholas (Elton John, Sting), and Peter Mayes (PNAU, Empire of the Sun). The resulting EP earned its way onto the airwaves of such diverse outlets as Indie 103.1FM Los Angeles, WRXP New York, MotorFM Germany, KNRK-FM Portland, OR, and ABC Radio Australia, while also gaining fans such as Mike Walsh, Music Director at the famed Xfm (UK).

Songs from the band's follow-up EP (mixed by Grammy-nominated producer Brandon Friesen) continued to have a strong radio reaction, and made their way into a number of prime time US television shows. “Open Your Eyes” was featured as the theme song in the TV promo for Emmy Award-winning ABC TV show “Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution.” In addition, their tune “Hollywood Tonight” has been heard regularly on MTV’s “The Hills.”

Now this quartet, currently based in Sydney but always on the go, released their eagerly anticipated, epic full-length album Simple Desire with Mike Crossey (Arctic Monkeys, Razorlight, The Kooks and Mercury Prize-nominated act Foals) at The Motor Museum studios in Liverpool, England. Simple Desire was also mixed by Crossey and mastered by Robin Schmidt (Razorlight, VV Brown, Tommy Sparks, Go:Audio) at 24_96 Mastering in Germany.

This dynamic and inspiring collection of new music is sure to please the faithful while also recruiting many, many more fans to gather together beneath the All Mankind banner.

Can You Hear Me
All Mankind Lyrics

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Tell me can you hear the crack from a hard life breaking?
Can you see the flood from the waves of my regret?
Can you hear me, can you hear me, I've no more cards to play
In a corner I surrender to your way, to your way

I don't want to live my life for less than nothing
I don't want to gain the world if I lose my soul
I want to have the chance to see, the change you can work within me

Can you hear me, can you hear me, can you hear?

Can you smell the fear of a weak man caught in the middle
In a struggle to the death as the spirit and the flesh take sides
Can you hear me, can you hear me, I'm as weak as you are strong
And though I lose the battle, I know the war is won...

I don't want to live my life for less than nothing
I don't want to gain the world if I lose my soul
I want to have the chance to see, the change you can work within me
Can you hear me, can you hear me, can you hear?

Oh oh oh oh...

Wish you were here with me, wish you were here
Wish you could speak to me, speak to me
Can you hear me, can you hear me, I've no place left to hide
I am open, I am broken, set me right, set me right...

I don't want to live my life for less than nothing
I don't want to gain the world if I lose my soul
I want to have the chance to see, the change you can work within me
Can you hear me, can you hear me, can you hear me...

Oh oh oh oh...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to All Mankind's song Can You Hear Me? are a plea for help and guidance from a person who is broken and at their lowest point. The opening lines "Tell me can you hear the crack from a hard life breaking? Can you see the flood from the waves of my regret?" paint a picture of someone who has been dealt a tough hand in life and is feeling overwhelmed and on the verge of breaking. They are not looking for pity, they are simply seeking to be heard and understood.

The chorus of the song repeats the line "I don't want to live my life for less than nothing, I don't want to gain the world if I lose my soul" which emphasizes the idea that material possessions and success mean nothing if it comes at the expense of one's well-being and morals. The singer is asking for the opportunity to make positive changes within themselves and is reaching out to a higher power for guidance.

The verse that follows describes the feeling of being caught in a struggle between spirit and flesh, representing the internal battle between right and wrong. The singer acknowledges their weaknesses and recognizes that they may not always come out on top but knows that the ultimate victory is in maintaining their values and beliefs.

Overall, the song's message is one of seeking redemption and finding strength in vulnerability. It speaks to the human need for connection and the power of asking for help when we need it the most.

Line by Line Meaning

Tell me can you hear the crack from a hard life breaking?
I'm struggling and my life is breaking apart. Can you hear my pain?

Can you see the flood from the waves of my regret?
I'm overwhelmed by regret and it's taking over. Can you see the damage it's causing?

Can you hear me, can you hear me, I've no more cards to play
I'm at the end of my rope and have no more options. Can you hear my desperation?

In a corner I surrender to your way, to your way
I'm willing to surrender and let you guide me. Can you hear my plea for help?

I don't want to live my life for less than nothing
I want my life to have meaning and purpose. Can you hear my desire for fulfillment?

I don't want to gain the world if I lose my soul
I don't want to sacrifice my values for success. Can you hear my plea for integrity?

I want to have the chance to see, the change you can work within me
I want to improve and be a better person. Can you hear my desire for growth?

Can you smell the fear of a weak man caught in the middle
I'm afraid and unsure about what to do. Can you sense my vulnerability?

In a struggle to the death as the spirit and the flesh take sides
I'm fighting within myself and it's a battle of life and death. Can you hear my inner turmoil?

Can you hear me, can you hear me, I'm as weak as you are strong
I'm weak and need help, while you are strong. Can you hear my plea for assistance?

And though I lose the battle, I know the war is won...
Even though I might lose this particular fight, I know that I can still win the overall battle. Can you hear my determination?

Wish you were here with me, wish you were here
I feel alone and wish I had someone to support me. Can you hear my longing for companionship?

Wish you could speak to me, speak to me
I want someone to comfort and guide me. Can you hear my need for reassurance?

Can you hear me, can you hear me, I've no place left to hide
I have no more secrets and nowhere to run. Can you hear my vulnerability?

I am open, I am broken, set me right, set me right...
I'm willing to be vulnerable and let you fix me. Can you hear my trust in you?

Can you hear me, can you hear me, can you hear me...
I'm desperately trying to reach out and be heard. Can you hear me, please?

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