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)
Shine
Amber Pacific Lyrics
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Leaving everything I know
What I'd give to hear you say
Please, don't let me go
For I can't live in this place
It's as if my only home is gone
When will we see?
To look past the defeats
It's what's underneath
'Cause there's a beauty in how you lie
With every sparkle that's in your eyes tonight
Just let them shine
I couldn't live for one more day
I couldn't stand to be alone
I'm fighting just to say
It's you I'm letting go
As I try to find my way
As I walk this road alone
Where will we fall to?
When will we see?
To look past the defeats
It's what's underneath
'Cause there's a beauty in how you lie
With every sparkle that's in your eyes tonight
Just let them shine
I'm finding myself within you
The moments we shared can't take away
I'm buried in deep without you
We'll never be the same
I'm finding myself within you
The moments we shared can't take away
I'm buried in deep without you
We'll never be the same
Where will we fall to?
When will we see?
To look past the defeats
It's what's underneath
'Cause there's a beauty in how you lie
With every sparkle that's in your eyes tonight
Just let them shine
Just let them shine
Just let them shine
Just let them shine
Just let them shine
The lyrics to Amber Pacific's song "Shine" tell the story of a person who is leaving behind everything they know, and the pain they feel at having to say goodbye to someone they care about. The lyrics express the idea that there is beauty in even the most difficult moments, and that it's important to look past the defeats and focus on what's underneath.
The singer longs to hear the person they're leaving behind ask them to stay, and struggles with the emotional turmoil of having to walk away. They feel lost and alone, but find comfort in the memories they shared with the other person.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "just let them shine," suggesting that the singer is encouraging the other person to let their inner beauty and strength shine through even in tough times.
Overall, the lyrics of "Shine" convey a message of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
As I turn to walk away
Leaving a place I've been for a while and ready to move on.
Leaving everything I know
Saying goodbye to all that's familiar in search of something new.
What I'd give to hear you say
The longing for someone to plead me not to go.
Please, don't let me go
A desperate plea to someone not to let me walk away from them.
For I can't live in this place
This place has become unbearable for me to live in anymore.
It's as if my only home is gone
Feeling lost and homesick despite physically being at home.
Where will we fall to?
Uncertainty for the future and where it may take us.
When will we see?
Looking for a moment of clarity in the future, wondering when it will come.
To look past the defeats
To forget about the negative memories and focus on the positive ones instead.
It's what's underneath
The beauty of something isn't always visible on the surface but can be found once you dig deeper.
'Cause there's a beauty in how you lie
There's a certain charm or allure to the little white lies that are told.
With every sparkle that's in your eyes tonight
The eyes are a reflection of what we're feeling inside, and can reveal when we're being dishonest.
Just let them shine
To allow the eyes to shine and reveal what's truly inside, even if it's not always what we want to see.
I couldn't live for one more day
Being unable to go on another day with the way things have been.
I couldn't stand to be alone
The fear and discomfort of being without someone I care about.
I'm fighting just to say
Struggling to find the words to express how I feel.
It's you I'm letting go
Acknowledging that the thing I need to give up in order to move on is the person I care about.
As I try to find my way
Navigating the unknown path ahead, trying to find my footing.
As I walk this road alone
The journey ahead is one I must take by myself.
I'm finding myself within you
Realizing that I've lost a part of myself in the person I'm leaving behind.
The moments we shared can't take away
The memories of our time together will always be a part of me.
I'm buried in deep without you
Despite leaving, I feel stuck and unable to move on from the person I care about.
We'll never be the same
Things will never be the way they were before, and we'll never be able to go back.
Just let them shine
A repetition of an earlier line, emphasizing the importance of revealing one's true self.
Just let them shine
A repetition of an earlier line, emphasizing the importance of revealing one's true self.
Just let them shine
A repetition of an earlier line, emphasizing the importance of revealing one's true self.
Just let them shine
A repetition of an earlier line, emphasizing the importance of revealing one's true self.
Contributed by Elijah Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.