ACB released its first full length album, Son, I Loved You At Your Darkest, on June 21 of 2005, and was featured in Solid State's Young Bloods Tour with The Chariot, Showbread, and He Is Legend.
Earlier in the year, the band released a statement saying that vocalist TJ was getting married and leaving the band, so they decided to call it quits. However, partially through their 'farewell tour', they decided to stay together, but eventually T.J. decided to depart from the band and go his own way.
The band's second album, titled "Come Now Sleep" was released August 14, 2007, on Tooth and Nail Records. Different from their previous recordings, however, the genre featured on Come Now Sleep has been classified by the band themselves as Rock / Indie / Progressive.
As Cities Burn's third studio album was released on April 21, 2009, with the title "Hell or High Water". The band's music evolved even more with their final album, venturing into indie rock territory but while still maintaining their unique post-hardcore sound.
On the bands myspace on July 17, 2009, the band announced that they had broken up and were going to pursue other interests.
As of 2012 they have re-united for a reunion tour with the original line-up from their first full length album SILYAYD. including TJ on Vocals
2013 - they are Currently supporting Underoath on their farewell tour. They have stated that they are only playing song off of Son, I loved you at your darkest.
Members:
T.J Bonnette-lead vocals
Cody Bonnette-vocals, guitar
Colin Kimble-Bass guitar/guitar/backup vocals
Aaron Lunsford-Drums
Chris Lott- Guitar
Former Members:
Bryan Dixon- Drums
Pascal Baronne-Bass
Love Jealous One Love
As Cities Burn Lyrics
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Looking down from my tower to heaven
My reputation is what I am on the scale
In the eyes of mankind
The more I get beneath me,
The higher, and more out of reach
Teacher, which of us will be the greatest
We will wear it on our chests
And sing with love at our throats
Like a child, its all I know
Father, hide our hearts in you
Lest we steal them back
And lay them at the feet of men
I know now that glory has not a place
Near my hands or any man
The song Love Jealous One Love by As Cities Burn seems to be a reflection on the theme of recognition and identity. The lyrics suggest the singer is struggling with his reputation and how he is perceived by others. He is scrutinizing himself from high up in his tower, looking down towards heaven, pondering his worth and greatness. He questions whether he can be the greatest or not, based on his scale of reputation in the eyes of mankind. He has clearly aligned his worth with his reputation, which is a significant flaw in his thinking.
The second stanza suggests a change in his thinking. The singer has now realized that compassion is more important than reputation. He perceives the value of compassion and love, which are more important than being the best or the greatest. In essence, he is admitting his blindness and ignorance in pursuit of glory, which has no place either near his hands or any man. The singer seeks refuge in his father and asks him to protect his heart from himself.
The lyrics of the song have a strong message of love and understanding. It touches on themes of self-awareness, humility, and compassion. It reminds us of the importance of being kind, understanding, and forgiving. The song's melody, coupled with profound lyrics, delivers this message in an intimate way, making it an alluring and fascinating piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
This is me at my darkest
I am in a really difficult and challenging situation, facing my worst moments in life.
Looking down from my tower to heaven
I am in a position of power, yet I am still trying to reach for something greater than me, which seems to be heaven.
My reputation is what I am on the scale
My image in society is equivalent to my worth and value as a person, weighing me on a scale.
In the eyes of mankind
In the perception and judgment of people as a collective group.
The more I get beneath me,
The more I accumulate or achieve, whether it be power, wealth, or fame,
The higher, and more out of reach
The more aloof and untouchable I become, distancing myself from others.
Teacher, which of us will be the greatest
Questioning who among us will achieve the highest level of success and recognition.
We will wear compassion
We should always display understanding and empathy towards others,
We will wear it on our chests
We should carry it in our hearts and always make it visible to others,
And sing with love at our throats
We should always speak and act with love and kindness, no matter the situation or circumstance.
Like a child, its all I know
I may not know much, but all I can do is love and care for others unconditionally, like a child.
Father, hide our hearts in you
We should seek refuge in God, entrusting Him with our hearts and thoughts, so as to not be corrupted.
Lest we steal them back
In fear of being tempted and taking back control of our hearts and thoughts,
And lay them at the feet of men
And allowing ourselves to be vulnerable and swayed by societal pressure and approval.
I know now that glory has not a place
I have come to realize that seeking recognition and honor in this world has no true value or significance,
Near my hands or any man
Neither in my own control nor in the hands of any other human being.
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