In 2000, brothers Bradd Shapiro and Steve Shapiro performed with high school friends Mike Ferrara and Corey Melton. The band soon added Greg Hejja as a bassist, and began performing under the name Berman in 2001. After playing local gigs a few times a month in South Florida venues the group began taking their music a little more seriously. In 2002, the band began recording tracks for their debut full-length album. It was during this time that singer Corey Melton donned the fictitious name Guy Jettman. As practice and live performance became more important, the band found it necessary to part with rhythm guitarist Ferrara.
In Fall, 2002, Greg and Bradd moved to Orlando in order to attend the University of Central Florida. Although the distance made practice more difficult, they continued to play shows, and finish the album. For The Better was released in January, 2003. The band held a CD release party at the Culture Room. After playing Orlando's Hard Rock Live on August 9, 2003, the band parted with lead singer Corey Melton, and went on an extensive search to find a replacement singer. Greg and Bradd moved back to Hollywood, where Steve was finishing up high school. Brad moved back to Orlando in January 2004.
While the band was on hiatus, they added Greg's brother, Mike Hejja, as an additional guitarist and background vocalist. After graduating Valedictorian of his class, Steve joined his brother, Bradd at The University of Central Florida. After a very frustrating search, the band put hard feelings aside and reunited with singer, Guy Jettman/Corey Melton in August 2004.
Sessions for Berman's second full-length release began as early as 2002 and continued through the band's hiatus. After the singer's return the band finished up the tracks, again at Shapiro's home studio, and released Life In The Stars in December, 2004. The band hosted a CD release party at Bradd and Steve's house near the UCF campus.
The band promoted the album heavily on Podcasts around the world, which boosted online sales, and created much anticipation for the follow-up release. In 2005, the band began recording demos for their third release. As shows increased, and a new album underway, Greg and Jettman moved to Orlando to make practice and songwriting easier. The band hired vocal coach Mark Goff to work with Jettman in an effort to increase his voice's longevity. The album was recorded in January and February, 2006, and later debuted their new recorded material on Jason Evangelho's Insomnia Radio Podcast. Berman officially released their third album, Send Me To The End, on April 14, 2006, at a CD release party at Backbooth in Orlando.
On June 10, 2006, Berman hired local group Flying Dog Films to shoot their first professional music video. The song chosen was the title track of their new album. The video was shot at Summit Church in Orlando, since the building was formerly a movie theater undergoing remodeling. Recent conflicts and frustrations all came to a head under the stress of the 14-hour video shoot. And for the second and final time, the band split up with their singer. The four remaining members employed various singers in order to fulfill their performance obligations. The band played their last performance on September 24, 2006 in Lake Mary, Florida.
Guitarist Bradd Shapiro and bassist Gregg Hejja performed as the chief songwriters of the band. Steve, who recorded most of the bands material, often acted as the arranger. Mike Hejja wrote most of his own guitar parts, which made him an attractive addition to the band in 2004.
In 2007, Greg signed a publishing deal with Sony/ATV Music Publishing and began to promote Greg Hejja Music.
Over And Over
Berman Lyrics
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But on familiar ground
I hear a softer sound
Over and over it said,
"Whisper these words for me
Revive dead poetry
And they will surely see,"
Over and over again
Time will see it through
Time will make us new
I can't take all of this
False prophets dividends
Goodbye to innocence
Over, it's over again
I can't stop all of this
All targets never hit
But I'll know when I miss
Over and over again
In the song "Over and Over" by Berman, the lyrics seem to convey a sense of disillusionment with the world and the people in it. The singer can't see everything that's going on, but they do hear a "softer sound" on familiar ground. This sound tells them to "whisper these words" in order to "revive dead poetry." It seems that the singer is trying to find meaning and beauty in a world that seems to be devoid of these things. They hope that if they can bring new life to poetry, others will be able to see what they see.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Over and over again," suggesting a sense of repetition and frustration. The singer feels like they are stuck in a cycle of disappointment and missed opportunities. However, they also express a sense of hope that time will make things better. "Time will see it through, time will make us new" suggests that the singer believes that things will eventually get better, even if they can't see it right now.
Overall, "Over and Over" is a song about trying to find hope and meaning in a world that can be harsh and unforgiving. The singer is searching for something to hold onto, even if it's just the power of poetry to inspire others.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't see all around
I am limited in my understanding and perception of the world
But on familiar ground
However, I am comfortable with what I already know and experience
I hear a softer sound
I sense something gentle and subtle
Over and over it said,
This feeling or message has been repeating itself
"Whisper these words for me
"Speak quietly and share this idea for me
Revive dead poetry
Bring back to life forgotten and neglected art
And they will surely see,"
And others will understand and appreciate it
Over and over again
This message keeps being repeated
Time will see it through
The passage of time will help solve this issue
Time will make us new
We will be transformed and changed over time
I can't take all of this
I am overwhelmed and unable to handle everything
False prophets dividends
People who claim to have answers or solutions but are actually lying and profiting from it
Goodbye to innocence
I am losing my naivete and purity
Over, it's over again
This cycle or situation has ended once more
I can't stop all of this
I am unable to prevent or change everything
All targets never hit
My goals and plans never come to fruition
But I'll know when I miss
However, I will learn from my mistakes and failures
Over and over again
This pattern repeats itself continuously
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@uncasunga1800
@Justin webb you are right
So pathetic
What a legendary personality there will never be anyone who made espn more famous than The Man, Chris Berman.
These witless narcissist nerd shemales nowadays dont know what real sports are. Never played on a playground in their life.
Video games aren't a sport twinklefingers
@iloveurvidsNOT
Lol that guy in the background "and you thought I was a pain in the ass" lmao
@johnselwitz5362
To be fair, that guy probably is a pain in the ass
@TRoller927
That was the guy who leaked the video after being fired from ESPN for being a "Pain in the ass". Difference was, Chris had/has a much bigger paycheck.
@SinistaMinista666
I always liked Berman and now I like him even more lol. This was awesome.
@IIG
LOL Me too.
@FeIix_the_Cat
Well, you obviously love egotistical douchebags. :)
@academyacademyacademy9392
Mr. Sinista Productions, LLC. Back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back back
@inthemoment8410
Pulse what if there were 18 fucken people walking in front of him while he’s trying to do a take? That would be pretty annoying. He’s just keeping it real. People are soft, cupcakes nowadays
@uncasunga1800
@Justin webb you are right
So pathetic
What a legendary personality there will never be anyone who made espn more famous than The Man, Chris Berman.
These witless narcissist nerd shemales nowadays dont know what real sports are. Never played on a playground in their life.
Video games aren't a sport twinklefingers
@lthunder1112
He has a point so unprofessional to move while the segment is going on. Ive met him before and he is a huge man and one of the nicest and cheerful people i have ever met.