The band has released four EPs and two albums, titled Never Happy, Ever After, which was released by Fearless Records on 20 of April 2015 in Europe and on 21 April 2015 in the US. and okay., which was released on 20 January 2017.
As It Is has been described as a pop punk band with a "melodic, earnest, emo-inspired" sound, compared to the early material of Taking Back Sunday and The Starting Line. Their album Never Happy, Ever After has been described as emo and pop punk, while their album okay. takes a slightly heavier turn, while still keeping with their roots.
In October 2017, it was announced that Andy Westhead was no longer a member of As It Is, and the band would continue as a fourpiece into the future.
In 2018 the band released the emo and post-hardcore inspired album 'The Great Depression'.
Ronnie Ish joined As It Is as touring guitarist for Warped Tour but was eventually made a permanent member
As of January of 2021 both Ben Biss and Patrick Foley have stepped down as members.
In August of 2022, bassist Alistair Testo also left the band
My Oceans Were Lakes
As It Is Lyrics
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More thought inside my head
Hard times and violent times
Closed eyes and still framed minds
'Cause all thoughts, hate modern words
It’s not just, the truth that hurts
Scars heal, but never stray
Well I see another day
I’m starting to see my oceans were lakes
I’m starting to see my
I’m starting to see my oceans were lakes
I’m starting to see my
Before and aftermath
Lost cause down countless paths
Loose grips and handlebars
Dull glow of lesser stars
I fall short, with every mile
With fist fights, in single file
If all this, just washed away
Would I see, a brand new day
A brand new day
I’m starting to see my oceans were lakes
I’m starting to see my
I’m starting to see my oceans were lakes
I’m starting to see my
I’m starting to see my oceans were lakes
I’m starting to see my oceans were lakes
I’m starting to see my oceans were lakes
I’m starting to see my oceans were lakes
The lyrics of As It Is's song "My Oceans Were Lakes" convey the idea that sometimes, we are mistaken about our own lives and the paths we have taken. The singer suggests that he has been blind to certain truths and realities in his life, which has caused him to view his problems as larger and more daunting than they really are. He realizes that he has been overthinking his situation and that the more he broods over it, the worse it becomes. The line "more thought inside my head" emphasizes this idea, as the singer recognizes that sometimes, our thoughts can be harmful.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of growth and change. The line "scars heal, but never stray" suggests that while we may overcome our challenges and heal from our wounds, we will always carry the memories and lessons learned with us. This can be interpreted as a positive message, as the singer recognizes that his struggles have made him stronger and wiser. The repeated line "I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes" signifies a moment of clarity and realization for the singer.
Overall, "My Oceans Were Lakes" is a reflective and introspective song that encourages listeners to examine their own lives and thought patterns. It suggests that sometimes, the way we view ourselves and our problems can be distorted, and that we may need to step back and reassess in order to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
More thought is less than said
My overthinking only leads to my inability to express myself clearly
More thought inside my head
My mind is cluttered with overthinking and doubts
Hard times and violent times
The world is full of struggles and conflicts
Closed eyes and still framed minds
People are close-minded and resistant to change
'Cause all thoughts, hate modern words
People reject new ideas because they are uncomfortable with change
It’s not just, the truth that hurts
The way people react to the truth is what causes pain
Scars heal, but never stray
Emotional wounds may heal, but they leave a permanent mark
Well I see another day
Despite the struggles, I'm still alive and moving forward
Another day
Each day is a fresh start
Before and aftermath
The events leading up to and following a situation
Lost cause down countless paths
I have tried many things that did not work out
Loose grips and handlebars
I am struggling to stay in control
Dull glow of lesser stars
My achievements feel insignificant compared to what others have accomplished
I fall short, with every mile
No matter how hard I try, I always come up short
With fist fights, in single file
I face my struggles alone, one by one
If all this, just washed away
If everything I've been through disappeared
Would I see, a brand new day
Would I be able to start fresh?
I’m starting to see my oceans were lakes
I am beginning to realize that what I thought were insurmountable obstacles are manageable
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Vampireneko
"My Oceans Were Lakes"
More thought is less that's said
War fought inside my head
Hard times and valentines
Closed eyes and still frame minds
'Cause old thoughts hate modern words
It's not just the truth that hurts
Scars heal, but never stray
Will I see another day?
Another day
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my...
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my...
Before and aftermath
A lost cause down countless paths
Loose grips and handlebars
Dull glow of lesser stars
I fall short with every mile
With fist fights in single file
If all this just washed away
Would I see a brand new day?
A brand new day
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my...
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my...
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
Kid Colour
This song literally kicks you when you're down. It's so good. Bravo
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Vampireneko
"My Oceans Were Lakes"
More thought is less that's said
War fought inside my head
Hard times and valentines
Closed eyes and still frame minds
'Cause old thoughts hate modern words
It's not just the truth that hurts
Scars heal, but never stray
Will I see another day?
Another day
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my...
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my...
Before and aftermath
A lost cause down countless paths
Loose grips and handlebars
Dull glow of lesser stars
I fall short with every mile
With fist fights in single file
If all this just washed away
Would I see a brand new day?
A brand new day
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my...
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my...
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
I'm starting to see my oceans were lakes
Katelin
This might be my favourite on this album. I literally can't decide, all of them are perfect. ♡♡
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Allison Milliard
Love the intro, it's so melodic and the lyrics are so meaningful. This is a great album, the songs are so diverse, can't wait for the official release!
Mads
This has to be one of my favorites off the album, such an amazing song.
inactive 3
cant even describe how excited I am to see these guys live!
Dreepy
I can't listen to this without crying just....everything I've been through with as it is and patty in particular, and just hearing the full version of his outro, watching any of his videos or just hearing the first little bit of my oceans were lakes sets me off. I'm just so proud of them! I can't wait to meet them and tell them how much I've changed because of them and how amazing they are
Spoiled Ferrets
One of the best songs on the album. Hands down!!!!! Love these guys!!!!!!