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Beyond Surface is a young band from Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, chosen by Metal Hammer magazine as the German winner of the "Young Metal Gods 2003" band contest. This victory made it possible for them to record their debut album professionally and to release it through the well-known metal/rock label Noise Records. The result, "Destination's End", included catchy melodies and hooklines which sparked at first attempt and animated to sing along. Moreover, the band proved with a solid guitar work including some great riffs and solos, nice keyboard elements and befittingly deep and melancholic vocals of singer and frontman Gerrit, influenced by bands such as HIM, Paradise Lost, Sentenced and End Of Green, that they didn't win the title "Young Metal Gods" for nothing. Many gothic fans still consider this album an "insider tip" today, and the numerous good reviews affirmed the band's efforts.
After having played a few concerts in the near area of their hometown and a headliner show at the Hungarian Gothica festival, the band drew back again whereas they also had to cope with line-up problems. At the end of 2004/beginning of 2005, bassist Max, keyboardist Sascha and guitarist Marten quit the band and left a big hiatus in the band that was now a trio consisting of vocalist Gerrit, guitarist Thorsten und drummer Loeffel. But instead of just throwing in the towel and giving up, the band continued fighting and finally found a worthy replacement for bassist Max - Thomas. The position of Keyboardist Sascha remained unreplaced and Gerrit, who himself had been a lead guitarist for years, took over the position of Marten.
Back together in a tight line-up, they began writing new songs and it became clear at first push that the band would leave the gothic direction and attempt a new beginning with a new and fresh sound. They started writing new material that distinguished itself through a more modern and pushing rock sound with a lot of killer riffs, drum attacks and clear-sounding, still very catchy hooklines which were all completely different from the gothic sound of their debut album. With their new song, the ballad-like "Shine On", they managed to beat more than 100 competitors in the "re:spect" contest that was built up by the famous German rock singer Marius Mueller-Westernhagen. As a reward, they were given the chance to be the opener at the final concert of Marius Mueller Westernhagen's last tour. Having received that chance, they were not only able to play in front of their biggest audience ever (about 40.000 people) but they also gained a lot of new fans. Other concerts in their area und the positive reactions of the fans encouraged the band to keep their new sound, and they now keenly focused on producing a demo EP called "Confusion Reigns" that is almost finished at the time being. There are also some concert dates due this summer where the four-piece will once more give proof of their great live qualities.
Current line-up:
Gerrit (voc, guit)
Thorsten (guit, backing voc)
Thomas (bass)
Loeffel (drums)
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Don't Let Go
Beyond Surface Lyrics
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So please my love, don't let it go
Time is fading away
And I atone for what I've done
So give it a try
And we'll be together maybe
Give it a try
Don't let it go
Lady love, where did you go?
My heart is turning black
I divert myself with nothing
Forsaking the things we shared
So give it a try
And we'll be together maybe
Give it a try
And this pain will have to end
Don't let it go
I don't let it go
You will always be so far away
Too far away to stay
I remember all the things we said
There's no more meaning
Find a way, find a sense to be
To feel I'm worthy
Day to day I live
And all remains the same
Give it a try
And we'll be together maybe
Give it a try
And this pain will have to end
Give it a try
And we'll be together maybe
Give it a try
And this pain will have to end
Don't let it go
I know
I know
I know
I don't let it go
The song "Don't Let Go" by Beyond Surface starts off by acknowledging that nothing lasts forever, but the singer is pleading with their love interest to not let their relationship slip away. The passage of time is referred to as "fading away" and the singer is attempting to make up for past mistakes. The chorus urges the love interest to "give it a try" and not let go of the relationship, as it's the only way to end the pain.
The second verse has a despairing tone as the singer is lamenting over their lost lover. The metaphor "heart is turning black" conveys how the singer's heartache is affecting their emotional state. They're trying to fill the void left by their lover's absence but are failing miserably. The meaninglessness of life without love is further touched upon by noting that the things they shared with the love interest hold no value anymore. The chorus repeats, reinforcing the singer's plea for the partner to not let go of their love.
In the bridge, the singer acknowledges that physically, the love interest is far away, but in their heart, the love is still there. They are looking for a way to find a new sense of purpose and worthiness to be with their love, but the day-to-day remains monotonous and the pain continues. The chorus repeats twice more, underlining the desperation and urgency for the love interest to hear the plea and not let go of their love.
Line by Line Meaning
I know nothing is endless
The singer acknowledges that everything has a limit and will eventually come to an end.
So please my love, don't let it go
The singer begs their loved one not to give up on their relationship and to work through their problems.
Time is fading away
The singer is aware that time is running out and they need to act fast to salvage their relationship.
And I atone for what I've done
The artist takes responsibility for their mistakes and is willing to make amends to save their relationship.
Lady love, where did you go?
The artist is confused and wondering why their loved one has distanced themselves.
My heart is turning black
The singer is feeling deep sadness and despair because of the situation with their loved one.
I divert myself with nothing
The singer has lost interest in other activities and is solely focused on fixing their relationship.
Forsaking the things we shared
The artist has neglected the things they used to enjoy doing with their loved one because they are consumed with trying to work things out.
You will always be so far away
The artist feels like they will never truly be close to their loved one again even if they reconcile.
Too far away to stay
The distance between the artist and their loved one is too great and it's hard for them to stay together.
I remember all the things we said
The singer recalls the past conversations and promises they made with their loved one in hopes of finding a way to reconnect.
There's no more meaning
The things that used to be important to the artist and their loved one do not hold the same significance anymore.
Find a way, find a sense to be
The singer is searching for a way to exist and coexist with their loved one in a harmonious relationship.
To feel I'm worthy
The singer wants to feel valued and deserving of their loved one's affection and attention.
Day to day I live
The singer is taking things one day at a time and hoping for a positive change in their relationship.
And all remains the same
Despite the artist's efforts, their relationship is stuck in a state of turmoil and negative emotions.
Don't let it go
The artist urges their loved one once again to not give up on their relationship.
I know
The singer is sure about the importance of holding on to their relationship.
I don't let it go
The singer is determined to not let go of their love and will do whatever it takes to save their relationship.
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Written by: Ellas McDaniel
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