Audiovent is an American alternative rock band from Calabasas, California. … Read Full Bio ↴Audiovent is an American alternative rock band from Calabasas, California. Audiovent was formed in the early 1990s under the name Vent, and broke up in 2004, but began playing reunion shows in 2019.

Audiovent was originally formed by Jason Boyd, Paul Fried, and Benjamin Einziger under the name Vent. Boyd and Fried met while attending A.E. Wright Middle School in Calabasas. After Fried introduced Boyd to his stepbrother Einziger, the three decided to form a band. When Fried was in tenth grade Jamin Wilcox joined Vent. Throughout their high school years, Vent played gigs around Calabasas and eventually played as far as Hollywood. Ryland Steen replaced Wilcox on the drums in 2003.

In 2001, the band renamed themselves Audiovent, signed with the major label Atlantic Records. Audiovent then began recording their first major label album, Dirty Sexy Knights in Paris, which was released in 2002.

Paul and Ben are step-brother and brother of Michael Einziger and Jason Boyd is the brother of Brandon Boyd, both of Incubus.

Only Human
Audiovent Lyrics

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This could be unsung before I reach that hell.
You trust in me, I'll trust in you.
But remember, I'm only human.
Before you lose your faith in me,
before you doubt,
before you lose your faith in me,
please hear me out.
Two seconds or a lifetime.

Do they compare?
I've lost nothing to before.
But remember, I'm only human.
Before you lose your faith in me,
before you doubt,
before you lose your faith in me,
please hear me out.
You really think I would waste my time?
Am I impure?
Before you lose your faith in me,
before you doubt,

before you lose your faith in me,
please hear me out.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Audiovent's song Only Human discuss the potential for being judged and doubted by others, and the singer's plea for understanding and trust despite the fact that they are fallible and imperfect. The opening line sets the scene for personal struggle, suggesting that the singer may be facing a difficult situation in which their actions might be misunderstood or misinterpreted. The line "you trust in me, I'll trust in you" speaks to the importance of mutual trust and understanding in any type of relationship, whether it be personal or professional.

However, the singer acknowledges the limits of their own humanity, reminding listeners that they are bound to make mistakes and be flawed at times. The repeated plea "before you lose your faith in me, please hear me out" underscores the importance of communication and the need for people to have open minds and hearts when dealing with one another. Despite any setbacks or criticisms they may face, the singer asserts that they are determined to keep moving forward, as evidenced by the lines "you really think I would waste my time? / Am I impure?" These powerful lyrics ultimately convey a message of hope and resilience, urging listeners to hold onto faith and trust even in the face of adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

This could be unsung before I reach that hell.
I may never have the chance to express how I feel before it's too late.

You trust in me, I'll trust in you.
Let's have a mutual trust and understanding.

But remember, I'm only human.
I'm not perfect, I have flaws and make mistakes.

Before you lose your faith in me,
Don't give up on me just yet,

before you doubt,
before you start questioning my intentions,

before you lose your faith in me,
before you completely lose trust in me,

please hear me out.
please listen to what I have to say.

Two seconds or a lifetime.
Time is relative and can be perceived differently.

Do they compare?
Can you really compare such vastly different experiences?

I've lost nothing to before.
I've been through tough times and came out stronger.

But remember, I'm only human.
Again, I'm not perfect