Ben Harper (originally in Yellowcard) joined Amber Pacific in 2006 and joined the recording of their 3rd studio album (Truth In Sincerity). Recording started on October 16, and Harper left the band before the end of the year.
At 4:30 AM on February 28, 2007 Amber Pacific stated on their MySpace blog that the new CD is finished. The singles released from Truth In Sincerity are titled “You’re Only Young Once” and “Fall Back into My Life” which appears on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles soundtrack. Truth In Sincerity was released on May 22, 2007.
On February 9, 2011 it was announced that Jesse would no longer be with the group; Matt Young would be rejoining the band as lead singer. Six days later, Greg Strong announced via Facebook that he would be leaving the band; Will Nutter confirmed shortly after that Matt's return was the reason for Greg's departure.
Former Members:
Jesse Cottam - vocals (2008-2011)
Greg Strong - bass (2003-2011)
Matt Young - vocals (2002-2008)
Ben Harper - guitar (2006)
Justin Westcott - guitar (2002–2005)
Blake Evans - drums (2002–2004)
Tyler Peerson - bass (2002–2003)
Thomas Jefferson - viola/banjo (2002-2003)
Next To Me
Amber Pacific Lyrics
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So we learn our lessons.
A father's note to his son
Do you hear the message?
It's hard to think that there's a part of me
You'd never see, but
When you're gone I'm so lost.
That I should have been there for you
Endlessly.
I can't shake these thoughts that I don't need
But I need you next to me.
It never came to me, it never felt so wrong
And I need to take it in.
Another wasted breath, another minute gone
And I can't believe that
I'll never get that chance to make it last
I ‘d take it back if,
If it meant I'd see you.
And it's clear to me
That I should have been there for you
Endlessly.
I can't shake these thoughts that I don't need
I know you'll find me, just be strong
Take each moment as it comes
And I'll meet you in the end.
And it's clear to me
That I should have been there for you
Endlessly.
I can't shake these thoughts that I don't need
I know you'll find me, just be strong
Take each moment as it comes
And I'll meet you in the end.
I'll meet you in the end.
I'll meet you in the end. (I won't leave you. I won't leave you.)
I'll meet you in the end. (I won't leave you. I won't leave you.)
I'll meet you in the end.
I won't leave you in the end.
I won't leave you in the end.
The lyrics to Amber Pacific's song "Next to Me" depict a father's message to his son about the importance of being present in each other's lives. The song acknowledges the inevitability of mistakes and that they cannot be undone, but emphasizes the importance of learning from them. The line "It's hard to think that there's a part of me you'd never see" touches on the regret of missed opportunities and the desire to make up for them. The repetition of the line "And it's clear to me that I should have been there for you endlessly" emphasizes how important the father feels it is to be present for his son, and that he wishes he had done more.
The chorus of the song underscores the theme of regret and the desire for connection. The line "I can't shake these thoughts that I don't need but I need you next to me" speaks to the father's realization that his regret and longing will not simply disappear. The repetition of the line "I'll meet you in the end" drives home the message that despite missed opportunities or mistakes, the father and son will eventually reunite, emphasizing the idea that true connection cannot be broken.
Line by Line Meaning
You can't undo what's been done
We must learn from our mistakes because we cannot erase what has already happened.
So we learn our lessons.
It is important to learn from our mistakes so that we do not repeat them in the future.
A father's note to his son
This song is written from a father's perspective writing to his son.
Do you hear the message?
The father hopes that his son will hear and understand the message he is trying to convey to him through this song.
It's hard to think that there's a part of me / You'd never see, but / When you're gone I'm so lost.
The father is sad that there are things about himself that he never shared with his son, and is deeply affected by his absence when he is gone.
And it's clear to me / That I should have been there for you / Endlessly.
The father realizes that he should have been there for his son more often and for any length of time necessary.
I can't shake these thoughts that I don't need
The father cannot help thinking about his son and how much he needs him, regardless of how futile those thoughts might be.
But I need you next to me.
The father knows that he needs his son to be close to him, to help him through life's challenges.
It never came to me, it never felt so wrong / And I need to take it in.
The father never realized how important his son was to him until it was too late, and he needs to come to grips with that fact.
Another wasted breath, another minute gone / And I can't believe that / I'll never get that chance to make it last / I ‘d take it back if, / If it meant I'd see you.
The father regrets all the wasted moments and missed opportunities that he had with his son, and wishes he could go back in time to change it and have more time with him.
I know you'll find me, just be strong / Take each moment as it comes / And I'll meet you in the end.
The father has faith in his son's abilities to find his own way in life, and promises to be with him again someday, either in this life or the afterlife.
I won't leave you in the end.
The father promises to always be there for his son in the end, no matter what happens.
Contributed by Lila Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Luis Angel Díaz Sanabia
Esta canción es hermosa :3
Blair Birkin
Can't emphasise enough how much i love this song and the previous releases off The Turn !
lukesdadcraig
Amazing song, great vocals Darianne! I'm now officially hooked on AP!!!
jAr1zONE XEROinfinity
"Amber P" ...the beat, the rythm, the lyrics.......AWESOME
Nenemoosha 3000
Love this song so much... I dont know why... their collab is perfect
Nikolaj Boel Jensen
Can't wait for the next song :) So far this album is turning out amazing! :D
Quick tech question I hope you'll answer, which mic and preamp have you guys used for vocals? :)
Bradly Miranda
Telefunkin AK47 going through an API 512c pre into an LA-2A compressor.
Amber Pacific
Bradly Miranda What he said...(we love ya Brad)
Nikolaj Boel Jensen
Awesome! :) thanks for sharing, simple love the vocals. Your producer is doing a really great job, I'd like to learn a trick or two ;)
Chase Peel MMA
I'm so stoked you guys are making a comeback!