Donovan Greer replaced Matt Bedford who replaced Leer and Chris as bass player and back up vocals
The band continues to play and tour to this day.
Spite
Ann Beretta Lyrics
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The lyrics of Ann Beretta's song Spite are filled with emotions of resentment, defiance, and rebellion. The song essentially talks about how life has not been easy but the singer has been able to make it through the toughest times despite everything mounted against them, including a violent past that took away their youth. The singer has seen both coasts, bent and broken some rules, been stuck in a corner not knowing what they've done and eventually blinded by the sun. Throughout their journey, they have chosen to walk the streets of Richmond and seen all four corners and followed every road less traveled not liking anyone.
The singer’s life has not been smooth as they have suffered and paid their dues but their spirit remains unconquered. The lyrics, “And I'll have done to know in spite of you, And all I've done in spite of you,” convey a sense of defiance towards someone or something that had tried to bring them down. The line, “But second best is sickening but soon…” signifies the singer refusing to settle for anything less than what they deserve no matter how long it takes. The use of the phrase “when I made the fist, it stole my youth” implies that the singer might have been involved in violence at some point which may have impacted their life profoundly. Nonetheless, they have succeeded in making something of themselves despite all the adversity they faced.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I've paid my dues, And I've suffered through,
I have worked hard and endured many hardships.
But I've seen both coasts, So much more than most,
I have traveled and experienced more than many others.
And I'll have done to know in spite of you, And all I've done in spite of you.
I will continue to succeed regardless of any obstacles or doubters.
I've bent some rules, And I've broke a few,
I have taken risks and pushed boundaries.
But I know I'm living my life, It's true,
I am confident in my choices and my path.
But second best is sickening but soon....
Settling for less than my best is unacceptable to me.
And when I made the fist, It stole my youth,
When I fought for what I believed in, it took a toll on me.
But I walked the streets of Richmond my whole life through,
I have a deep connection to my hometown of Richmond, Virginia.
And I've been stuck in a corner, Not knowing what I've done,
I have faced confusion and uncertainty.
I've seen roads less traveled, And followed every one,
I have explored unconventional paths and taken many risks.
I've seen all four corners, Not liking anyone,
I have searched for fulfillment in many places and found it in none.
All I've done in spite of you.
My accomplishments have been achieved despite any external negativity.
My broken back is stiff and swollen and bruised,
I have physically suffered in my pursuits,
And when I made the fist, It stole my youth,
Once again, standing up for what I believe in has not come without cost.
But blinded by the sun,
I have been overwhelmed by success and opportunity.
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