alteras [A… Read Full Bio ↴Alteras was a Hard Rock / Metal band from Youngstown, OH.
alteras [AL-teə(r)-is] – the present indicative ‘you’ form of the Spanish verb alterar, meaning to change or alter. Translation: “you change”
The message the band brings to the table is a simple, transparent one: embrace change.
While change is both inevitable and necessary, it is not always easy. Break ups, toxic friendships, broken homes, and losing loved ones can be all too defeating. These ideologies and topics of adversity are often the subject matter in Alteras’s music.
Through an effort of complete transparency in both their music and form, Alteras strives to be a living example of this to their fans, friends, and family alike. No matter the obstacles we are are faced with we endure, we forgive, we greave, and we learn to love again.
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Light
Alteras Lyrics
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The harder it gets to sleep in my bed
Can't remember just how all this happened I'm
sorry I'm distant, need distance from my head
Am I dreaming?
Or am I awake?
Am I dreaming or have I made a mistake?
heart to let you know it's keeping both of us alive
Her light resembled the flicker of chinon
projectors, the colors washed but she was always smiling
I don't want to know how close I can get
I wrote her a letter, it still said I love you
I hope that's okay after all that we went through
I hope waking up from my nightmares didn't
disturb you from your dreams I still care (I still care!)
Am I dreaming?
Or am I awake?
Am I dreaming or have I made a mistake?
I'd match my breathing to the beat of your
heart to let you know it's keeping both of us alive
Her light resembled the flicker of chinon
projectors, the colors washed but she was always smiling
My mother always says that I'm a stronger
man. But the older I get the less I believe that
My brother showed me how to play my hand,
never take no for an answer and make people listen
I'd match my breathing to the beat of your
heart to let you know it's keeping both of us alive
Her light resembled the flicker of chinon
projectors, the colors washed but she was always smiling.
I'll sing this song even if I have to fffss stutter
(the words you whispered)
And I'll remember you even when I wrestle dementia to see your figure
(Is it bad) that I can never catch my breath
(Is it bad) I can never catch my breath
The lyrics of Alteras's "Light" depict the struggle of loneliness and how being alone can affect one's ability to sleep at night. The singer in the song struggles with the notion that perhaps they have made a mistake in their life and are not sure of their present reality. The lyrics mention the singer's desire to match their breathing to the beat of their loved one's heart to let them know that they are both alive. The use of the image of the flicker of chinon projectors symbolizes the fleeting quality of happiness; how even if something is beautiful, it could quickly fade away.
The song's lyrics also reflect on the difficulties of maintaining relationships, even after they have ended. The singer mentions that they wrote a letter to their former partner, saying that they still love them, and hoping that the message did not disturb their dreams. Despite the pain caused by the relationship, the singer still cares about their partner and is struggling to let go.
The verse about the singer's mother and brother provides some insight into the singer's character. The mention of the singer's mother's assessment of their strength indicates that they may have a lot of pressure to perform. The reference to the singer's brother teaching them to never take no for an answer and make people listen shows that the singer may have been raised in a household that values strength and assertiveness.
Line by Line Meaning
The more time alone I spend
As I spend more time by myself
The harder it gets to sleep in my bed
It becomes increasingly difficult to sleep in my own bed
Can't remember just how all this happened I'm sorry I'm distant, need distance from my head
I can't recall how things got this way, and I apologize for being distant. I need some space to clear my mind
Am I dreaming?
I'm questioning whether I'm in a dream state
Or am I awake?
Or if I'm actually awake
Am I dreaming or have I made a mistake?
I'm not sure if I'm dreaming or if I've made a mistake
I'd match my breathing to the beat of your heart to let you know it's keeping both of us alive
I synchronize my breath with yours to express that it's keeping both of us alive
Her light resembled the flicker of chinon projectors, the colors washed but she was always smiling
Her light had a similar quality to a chinon projector which washed out all the colors, but she was always smiling
I don't want to know how close I can get
I do not want to find out the limits of how close I can get
I wrote her a letter, it still said I love you
I wrote her a letter expressing my love for her
I hope that's okay after all that we went through
I hope it's acceptable after all that we've been through
I hope waking up from my nightmares didn't disturb you from your dreams I still care (I still care!)
I hope that my nightmares didn't interrupt your dreams. I still care about you
My mother always says that I'm a stronger man. But the older I get the less I believe that
My mother insists that I'm a strong man, but as I age I doubt that more
My brother showed me how to play my hand, never take no for an answer and make people listen
My brother taught me to be assertive and persistent, to get people to pay attention
I'll sing this song even if I have to fffss stutter (the words you whispered)
I'll still sing this song, even if I have to struggle with stuttering the words you whispered to me
And I'll remember you even when I wrestle dementia to see your figure
I'll always remember you even if I have to fight dementia to recall your image
(Is it bad) that I can never catch my breath
I wonder if it's a negative thing that I can never catch my breath
(Is it bad) I can never catch my breath
I'm concerned about the fact that I'm always out of breath
Contributed by Mason L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Killer queens
I honestly think this band is the purest I know and they deserve lots more attention from everything and everyone around us and they are just a perfect band doing everything they can for their fans. I love them with all my heart and I stan all 4 of them.
Aikarei Colten
This is so beautiful, I seriously have this one as a favorite, amazing job with this song <3 love you boys you are great
Ariana Sinani
I love this band so much and this song is just👌👌
Dan Hurt
This is perfection 🖤🖤 keep the amazing work guys
JN Perez
Amazing song, can't wait to hear more! <3
colder quicker
JN Perez Everything that is released you like it no matter what.I wish I could do the same LOL.
JN Perez
flowerbomb_xvx, I don't know how commenting on a video in a positive manner makes me fake. I comment on songs that I enjoy listening to, that's all. I show my appreciation and love to many bands and I'll continue to do so, so that bands can keep making beautiful music for us to enjoy.
colder quicker
JN Perez I actually agree I need a hug and I understand why you may think that, but it's not my self-hatred that makes me dislike you, it's your fakeness and shallow 'positive vibes'.
JN Perez
flowerbomb_xvx, looks like you need a hug \(^-^)/
Saito
It's perfect