In 2013, Architects parted with Century Media, self-releasing the documentary One Hundred Days: The Story of Architects Almost World Tour and joining Epitaph Records. They released their sixth album Lost Forever // Lost Together through the label in 2014, achieving widespread critical acclaim which has lasted since. Soon after the release of their follow-up All Our Gods Have Abandoned Us in 2016, principal guitarist and songwriter Tom Searle died after three years of living with skin cancer. In September 2017, the band released the single "Doomsday"—the last song that he was working on before his death—and announced Josh Middleton of Sylosis as their new lead guitarist. The single is included on their new album Holy Hell, which was released in November 2018 and is their first written without Searle.
All members of the band are vegan, having turned to veganism after watching several documentaries on the subject. They also promote the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, with Carter being one of its British ambassadors.
2) Architects was a screamo/emo-violence band brought up with members of Austin, Texas' own Toru Okada. Now known as the band Faithealer. Members went on to form, join or were in Body Pressure, Esclavo, Mindless, Askela, Hatred Surge, Chest Pain, Breathing Problem, Captive, Concave / Convex, Country Club, Interior One, Mental Abortion, The Snobs, Total Abuse and White Dog.
3) Architects (also ArchitectsKCMO) is also the name used by a Kansas City Soul Rock band who've released 4 albums (Keys To The Building 2005, Revenge 2006, Vice 2007 and The Hard Way 2009). They were formed from the ashes of Hellcat Records (and later Thick Records) Ska/Pop/Rock band The Gadjits. The Architects sound is a mature version of the later Gadjits material, dropping all ska influence for a Springsteen & The Who sounding rock approach. They are currently signed to Skeleton Crew Records.
Every Last Breath
Architects Lyrics
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I'm left with reflections of your eyes haunting my mind
So dead inside, what good came out of this?
I was the one that tore you down
I'm down yet oh so guilty
Every last breath I have is yours to keep
This constant cloud is watching over me
I wish I had the time to make you see this through
I've felt like this too many times
Oh god, I am this I'm dead inside, looking out for you
And your final words I was the one that tore you down
In this song, Architects is depicting their regret over tearing someone else down. The first verse sets the scene with the singer being haunted by the memories of the person they hurt. They feel a sense of emptiness ("so dead inside") and question what good came out of the pain they caused. The chorus adds a layer of guilt, with the singer admitting to being the one responsible for the damage. They offer every last breath they have as a token of remorse and a willingness to make amends. However, the constant cloud of regret still looms overhead, making it feel like too little too late.
The second verse offers a glimpse into the cyclical nature of the singer's mistakes. They acknowledge being in this position too many times before, implying a pattern of hurting others. The line "Oh god, I am this" suggests that they feel trapped in their own destructive behavior. The final words of the song drive home the impact of the damage they caused, leaving the singer alone and guilty.
Overall, this song is a powerful reflection on the pain caused by hurtful actions and the struggle to make things right. It highlights the importance of accountability and the weight of regret.
Line by Line Meaning
After all is said and done
Despite everything that has happened
I'm left with reflections of your eyes haunting my mind
I'm constantly haunted by the memory of the way you looked at me
So dead inside, what good came out of this?
I feel emotionally numb and wonder what positive outcome could have come of our relationship
I was the one that tore you down
I realize now that my actions caused you pain and heartbreak
I'm down yet oh so guilty
I feel low and full of remorse
Every last breath I have is yours to keep
I'll continue to love and care for you until my dying breath
This constant cloud is watching over me
I feel overwhelmed by a sense of gloom and regret
I wish I had the time to make you see this through
I wish I had the chance to make things right with you
We've been here too many times
We've had too many arguments or difficulties in our relationship
I've felt like this too many times
I've experienced this sense of guilt and sadness in past relationships
Oh god, I am this I'm dead inside, looking out for you
I feel empty and hollow, but I still care about you and want to protect you
And your final words I was the one that tore you down
Your last words to me were a painful reminder that I hurt you deeply
Contributed by Camden J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.