Autograph formed in 1983 with vocalist/guitarist Steve Plunkett joining up with guitarist Steve Lynch, bassist Randy Rand, keyboard player Steven Isham, and drummer Keni Richards. The band seemed to have it all: a fine commercial hard rock debut in 1984's 'Sign in Please', good looks, and great hair. Still, it wasn't enough, and by the time they released the following year's disappointing 'That's the Stuff' the 80s rock audience had moved on. Their 1987 single "Loud and Clear" got a bit of attention, thanks to Ozzy Osbourne's cameo in their video, but it all arrived too late to save the band, which split up in 1989. A posthumous collection of outtakes called 'Missing Pieces' was released about a decade later.
Despite scoring a massive MTV hit with their very first single, "Turn Up the Radio", which continues to be a classic rock staple, Autograph's songs got lost in the shuffle of the thriving Los Angeles pop metal scene. Still, interest in their first big hit continues, with the song featured in a variety of places such as the popular 'Grand Theft Auto: Vice City' video game. In 2003, Steve Plunkett put out a reunion album of sorts: an all-new material album entitled 'Buzz', which retained their 80s sound. They've also released the odds and sods album 'More Missing Pieces'.
Reunion (2013–present)
In late 2013, original members Steve Lynch, Randy Rand, and Keni Richards got back together for a reunion. Due to Plunkett not being interested in doing the reunion, they have replaced him with Jailhouse, Agent X, Flood, 1RKO, solo artist singer/songwriter/guitarist Simon Daniels.
Since 2014, by which time Richards had been replaced by Mark Wieland on drums, the band has played the Monsters of Rock Cruise, M3 Rock Festival, The Moondance Jam, The Halfway Jam, Firefest UK, Rockin the Rivers, The Iowa State Fair along with other festivals, theaters and worldwide touring.
On January 15, 2015, they released their first single, "You Are Us, We Are You," on iTunes. On April 21, they released their 2nd single, "I Lost My Mind in America," which made the Top 10 download of the charts. In July, the band was featured in USA Today NEWS after playing the famous Halfway Jam Rock Festival. On September 23, the band released their 3rd single "Every Generation" and is featured as track of the week on Classic Rock Magazine. On January 7, 2016, the new 5 song EP 'Louder', with 4 original new singles and a live version of "Turn up the Radio", was released and is available on the official website.
On January 10, 2017, the band completed the recordings for the new full album which was released as 'Get Off Your Ass' on OCTOBER 6 after signing with EMP Label Group owned by David Ellefson.
On April 8, 2017, Keni Richards died at the age of 60.
On July 24, 2019, Steve Lynch decided to move on to other projects so the band added a new guitarist on August 27, 2019. Jimi Bell previously played in the House of Lords and Maxx Explosion. Bell appeared in the 1986 film, Light Of Day, where he was both a performer in the movie and played on the soundtrack album. He is an official endorsee of GHS Strings, Marshall Amps (Europe), Ovation Guitars, Roberts Guitars, Viper Guitars, Charvel Guitars and PVX Guitars.
Autograph‘s long-time bassist Randy Rand passed away in April 2022. Rand was in Autograph from 1983 to 1989 and again from 2013 onwards. He was the lone remaining original member in the band. Three of the five original Autograph band members have now passed away with Rand in 2022, keyboardist Steven Isham in 2008 and drummer Keni Richards in 2017.
More Than a Million Times
Autograph Lyrics
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And I reach across the bed for you
Nothin' is left except your memory
I can't believe we're really through
After we meant so much
I can't forget your touch
Habits are hard to break
More than a million times
I've tried to get you off my mind, and
More than a million nights
I've dreamed of how we held each other tight
More than a million times
All I can do is think about you
I close my eyes and see your face
Since you've been gone you're my obsession...oooh
Something inside I can't erase
After we meant so much
I can't forget your touch
Habits are hard to break
You're one I just can't shake
More than a million times
I've tried to get you off my mind, and
More than a million dreams
Remind me how it used to be
More than a million times
I've tried to get you off my mind, and
More than a million nights
I've dreamed of how we held each other tight
More than a million times
Maybe I'm dreamin'
Maybe you're home
But when I wake up
Baby you're still gone
(Solo)
More than a million times
I've tried to get you off my mind, and
More than a million dreams
Remind me how it used to be
More than a million times
I've tried to get you off my mind, and
More than a million nights
I've dreamed of how I held you tight
More, more, more
More than a million times
I said more, yeah more
More than a million times
Yeah more, yeah more
More than a million times
I said more, yeah more
More than a million times
The song "More Than a Million Times" by Autograph is a classic rock ballad about the pain of heartbreak and the struggle to move on. The lyrics convey the singer's feelings of longing and obsession after a relationship has ended. The song's opening lines capture the emptiness of waking up alone and reaching out for someone who is no longer there. The chorus repeats the phrase "more than a million times" to emphasize the countless attempts to forget the past and move on, but to no avail.
The second verse expresses the singer's inability to stop thinking about their former partner, even when they close their eyes. The lyrics suggest that the obsession has become an addiction that cannot be shaken. The bridge features a guitar solo, adding to the emotional intensity of the song. The final chorus repeats the phrase "more than a million times" four times for added impact.
Overall, the lyrics offer a relatable portrayal of heartbreak and the struggle to move on. The repetition of the phrase "more than a million times" adds to the song's emotional impact and reinforces the idea that the longing and pain are a constant presence in the singer's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I wake up in the morning
On some mornings, I wake up and immediately think about you
And I reach across the bed for you
I have a habit of reaching for you even though you're not there
Nothin' is left except your memory
All that is left of our relationship is a memory
I can't believe we're really through
I still can't accept that we're no longer together
After we meant so much
We had a strong and meaningful relationship
I can't forget your touch
I miss the way you used to touch me
Habits are hard to break
Even though we're no longer together, my habits and routine still remind me of you
You're one I just can't shake
I can't forget about you, even when I try
More than a million times
Countless times
I've tried to get you off my mind, and
I've made continuous efforts to stop thinking about you
More than a million nights
Numerous nights
I've dreamed of how we held each other tight
I often dream of our past physical intimacy
All I can do is think about you
You consume my thoughts
I close my eyes and see your face
Your image is vivid in my mind
Since you've been gone you're my obsession...oooh
Ever since you left, I've been obsessed with thoughts of you
Something inside I can't erase
There's an indescribable feeling inside me that I can't just ignore or get rid of
Maybe I'm dreamin'
It's possible that I'm just fantasizing
Maybe you're home
Perhaps there's a chance you've returned
But when I wake up
Reality hits me
Baby you're still gone
But you're still not here with me
More, more, more
Even more
I said more, yeah more
I really mean it
I've tried to get you off my mind, and
I've made continuous efforts to stop thinking about you
Yeah more, yeah more
I really do mean it
More than a million times
Countless times
Contributed by Colton R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vincehernandez8465
This is a hidden gem. Amazing song with amazing feel.
@aitechnasus1041
More Than A Million Times Is An Absolutely Awesome Spectacular Great Straight Up KickAss Rock N Roll Song By Autograph And Totally Rocks It Needs To Be Fully Cranked Up All The Way To Full Maximum Volume.🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸
@Steven91637
Totally underrated Band they were awesome
@mikelambert8324
The keyboard intro is sick!! Love that droning bass on the Oberheim!
@xavierdanger3673
Awesome song
@BrunoeAOR
Autograph 👌
The best of its kind
God, musical perfection exists it gives that.
🎸🎸🎸
@DREAMCRAFTMOVIES
CRANK IT ALL THE WAY UP SO I CAN FEEL IT GIVE ME SOME MORE
@adrielh.kidryckilopes7269
Fucking awesome
@Steven91637
Awesome 🎉
@Robert_E._Lee_Prewitt
This Band deserves a much better Sound Engineer