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)
You Get What You Get
Amber Pacific Lyrics
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All that it turned out to be for me
Was a memory blacked out and buried
And I, I used to know you all too well
I saw this going straight to hell
With it, afraid to walk away
Or say the things I meant
It wouldn't stop these feelings
But you should know how the story goes
It's a love so hot but then it turns so cold
In time I, I won't get by
Help me, save me, stay with me a little while
Chorus
I want to say what my heart can't say to you
It's not enough for a love I never knew
When all that's left is nothing
You get what you get when you give and you gave it all
Was it you?
I found you in the corner of the blackest night
I felt your arms around me as you held me tight
If this could be our ending, then I'd make things right
I swear I'd never leave your side
If you gave up everything and you moved here with me
I swear I'd do it right, I'd be your everything
I'll beg you please, a fuse to light the sign
I'll make you mine and we can just run free
And what a perfect life you'd share with me
I want to say what my heart can't say to you
It's not enough for a love I never knew
You had the world around me
But we failed to keep this breathing
Chorus
It hurts the most when you, you feel that close
But you, you can't believe this could be our last goodbye
And when the shots hit you, you're falling back to the memories
That you see have left you blind
Someway, somehow, someday I'll be just fine
Chorus
The lyrics of Amber Pacific's song "You Get What You Get" convey a nostalgic and bittersweet reflection on a failed relationship. The opening lines express a sense of disappointment and unmet expectations. The singer looks back on their shared life, which was intended to be more than it turned out to be. The memories of the past are described as both obscured and buried, indicating a painful experience that has been suppressed. The singer confesses that they used to know their partner very well but saw the relationship deteriorating, seemingly headed towards destruction. Despite the fear and attachment, the singer wishes they had walked away and expressed their true feelings, as it would not have changed the outcome but may have alleviated some of the emotional weight.
The chorus reflects on the unpredictable nature of love, starting off passionately but eventually growing cold. The singer admits their inability to cope with the inevitable fading of the relationship, seeking help and desperately holding onto the remains of what once was. This realization leads them to conclude that in the end, they simply get what they get from love, acknowledging the limitations and unpredictability of such connections.
In the second verse, the singer questions if it was their partner who they found in the darkest moments, providing comfort and security. They long to make things right and pledge their unwavering commitment, promising never to leave their partner's side. The singer expresses a willingness to sacrifice everything and build a perfect life together. However, despite their desires, they come to the painful realization that it is insufficient, as the love they shared fails to sustain and breathe life into their relationship.
The bridge expresses the dual nature of closeness and pain. It hurts deeply to be so connected to someone, yet unable to comprehend that it may be their last goodbye. The shots, likely metaphorical, hit the singer, causing them to fall back into memories that now leave them emotionally blind. However, the singer clings to hope and resilience, believing that someday they will heal and be fine once again.
Overall, "You Get What You Get" delves into the complexities of love, the disappointment of unfulfilled expectations, and the painful process of letting go.
Line by Line Meaning
Our life was never meant to be
Our life together was not destined or intended to last
All that it turned out to be for me
For me, it became something different than I expected
Was a memory blacked out and buried
It became a forgotten and hidden memory
And I, I used to know you all too well
I was once intimately familiar with who you truly were
I saw this going straight to hell
I could see that our relationship was headed for disaster
With it, afraid to walk away
Despite my fear, I was reluctant to leave
Or say the things I meant
I struggled to express my true feelings
It wouldn't stop these feelings
Despite everything, my emotions persisted
But you should know how the story goes
You need to understand the pattern of events in this situation
It's a love so hot but then it turns so cold
It starts with intense passion but eventually becomes distant and cold
In time I, I won't get by
Eventually, I will no longer be able to cope
Help me, save me, stay with me a little while
I plead for your assistance, your salvation, and your presence in my life just a bit longer
I want to say what my heart can't say to you
I desire to express the words that my heart is unable to speak to you
It's not enough for a love I never knew
It doesn't suffice for a love that I never truly experienced
When all that's left is nothing
When there is only emptiness remaining
You get what you get when you give and you gave it all
What you receive is determined by how much you give, and you gave everything you had
Was it you?
Was it you who caused this situation?
I found you in the corner of the blackest night
I discovered you in the darkest hour
I felt your arms around me as you held me tight
I experienced your embrace, holding me tightly
If this could be our ending, then I'd make things right
If this is how our story concludes, I would rectify any wrongs
I swear I'd never leave your side
I promise I would never abandon you
If you gave up everything and you moved here with me
If you sacrificed everything and relocated to be with me
I swear I'd do it right, I'd be your everything
I promise I would make it work, being your everything
I'll beg you please, a fuse to light the sign
I will desperately plead for your cooperation, an ignition to resolve our problems
I'll make you mine and we can just run free
I will claim you as mine and we can escape together
And what a perfect life you'd share with me
We would have an ideal life together
It hurts the most when you, you feel that close
The pain is most intense when you feel emotionally connected
But you, you can't believe this could be our last goodbye
However, you cannot accept the possibility that this might be our final farewell
And when the shots hit you, you're falling back to the memories
When you are affected by life's hardships, you reminisce about the past
That you see have left you blind
Those memories have caused you to lose sight of what lies ahead
Someway, somehow, someday I'll be just fine
Somehow, in some way, one day I will be okay
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: William Nutter
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jellohead122000
Every song is kick ass so far! Kudos on an excellent album, guys!
Eric Martin Perez
I love the mixture of old AP and new style of songs in this album. 10/10 so far!
MJay Sanchez
This song always made my day!
Justin Acob
does anyone know the chords of this song thank you
Rafael Sánchez
The starts sounds like sonny by New Found Glory.... and i love it
Mike Skiest
This sound like bowling for soup a little but. Love it!!!!
Manong Ken
When i was listening to this song it felt like this song should play to some romantic comedy movie.. it's kinda like that lol.
Matthew Steel
What has bugged me the last 3 years is when Will said Greg left the band because Matt came back and why it would make him leave? did they not get along?
Wolfie_25
Evermore stoked. Only one week left!!!
Jeli
same. cant wait!!