Taking their name from the '80s sitcom, Belvedere began in Calgary, Alberta, Canada in 1995 as the three-piece of Steve Rawles (guitar/vocals), Brock (bass), and Dan Hrynuik (drums).
As the years progressed along with their revolving lineup, Belvedere remained with their melodic pop-punk sound that looked up to the likes of Bad Religion and NOFX. Eventually recruiting second guitarist Scott Solo, replacement drummer Jay Hollywood, and a replacement bassist Jaison Synclair, the quartet released their debut album, "Because No One Stopped Us", in 1998 through Hourglass and 206 Records. After spending most of 1999 on the road, along with Bad Religion and Strung Out, for a stint -- 206 Records put out Belvedere's follow-up album, "Angels Live in My Town", in early 2000. In 2001, the Montreal imprint Union 2112 released "Twas Hell Said Former Child", Belvedere's proper second album that coincided their first ever European tour. A split release with Downway, "Hometown Advantage", was issued in 2003. When it came time to recovene for another studio album, Belvedere joined producer Blair Calibaba (Sum 41) in Calgary for the recording of "Fast Forward Eats the Tape". Shared dates with Death by Stereo, Tsunami Bomb and Misconduct followed in Spring 2004. The band broke up in late 2005, playing their last show to their hometown Calgary crowd in November.
On November 2011, the band's official Facebook page announced that the band was going to get together again for a couple of shows the next year, wich included two shows in Europe (playing their first show in Paris and appearing again at GroezRock after seven years), then five in Canada, three in Brazil and one again in Canada, in Vancouver, on June 16th. Being at first that their final show, it was later announced that they'll appear in another final event in Guelph, Canada, on September the 1st 2012, with fellow punkrockers The Fullblast, also reuniting for the ocasion, Grade and Moneen.
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2nd Column
Belvedere Lyrics
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you made that choice like I said it before
figure it out you've got issues to hide
look at yourself I can't take anymore
Wait...I can't see you
where do you wanna
where do you wanna
'cause I can barely look at you this way
and you know it
where do you wanna
where do you wanna
go today go away
your substance problem is more than I can say
my intent accusations directed at you
take my advice your direction is gone
look in your mind cause its clouded and hazed
trying to bring someone back from a daze
wait...I can't see you
where do you wanna
where do you wanna
go today go away
'cause I can barely look at you this way
and you know it
where do you wanna
where do you wanna
go today go away
your substance problem is more than I can say
quit trying to speak your mind cause no one else is listning
The song "2nd Column" by Belvedere is about a person's struggle with substance abuse and the impact it has on their relationships. The lyrics express the frustration and confusion of the singer towards the individual who is struggling with addiction. The song opens with the singer expressing their lack of understanding towards the individual's fight against their addiction. The singer acknowledges that the individual made the choice to engage in substance abuse but cannot comprehend why they made such a decision.
As the song progresses, the singer urges the individual to confront the issues that have led to their addiction. The lyrics suggest that the individual is hiding their issues and that their mind is "clouded and hazed." The singer acknowledges that they cannot take the individual's behavior any longer and urges them to seek help. They emphasize that the individual's substance problem is significant and that it has reached a point where it cannot be ignored.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "where do you wanna go today, go away." The singer suggests that the individual needs to take action and make a choice about what they want for their future. They also express their inability to continue to interact with the individual in the current state they are in. The final verse of the song advises the individual to stop trying to communicate their thoughts because no one is listening to them.
Overall, "2nd Column" is a song that highlights the frustrations and difficulties of dealing with addiction. It paints a picture of an individual who is struggling with substance abuse and the impact it has on their loved ones. The lyrics are emotive and impactful, providing a glimpse into the challenges that come with trying to help someone overcome addiction.
Line by Line Meaning
And I dont understand what you're fighting against
I cannot comprehend the cause of your struggle
you made that choice like I said it before
As I've previously mentioned, you made that decision yourself
figure it out you've got issues to hide
You have unresolved personal problems that you are concealing
look at yourself I can't take anymore
I cannot bear to witness your self-destructive behavior any longer
Wait...I can't see you
I am unable to recognize the person you have become
where do you wanna
where do you wanna
go today go away
Where would you like to go? Please just leave and give me space
'cause I can barely look at you this way
and you know it
I find it difficult to even look at you in your current state, and you must be aware of this
your substance problem is more than I can say
The extent of your addiction is beyond my ability to describe
my intent accusations directed at you
My accusations are intentionally directed towards you
take my advice your direction is gone
I strongly advise you to change your course, as you are currently lost
look in your mind cause its clouded and hazed
Your thinking is fuzzy and unclear due to your mental state
trying to bring someone back from a daze
It's like attempting to revive someone who's unconscious
quit trying to speak your mind cause no one else is listning
Cease trying to express your view as no one is paying attention
Contributed by Ellie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.