The band endured many line-up changes throughout its existence, leaving Hoare as the only original member. In July 2012, Tony Gambino announced he was stepping down as lead vocalist with Sam Ryder taking his place.
The band was formed as a concept band in 2003 by Tyler Hoare. The original line-up consisted of vocalist Hugh Charron, bassist Joel Sauvé, guitarists Robbie Hart and Hoare, drummer Frank Shooflar, and keyboardist Simon Foxx. Their first album, All Is Fair in Love and War, was released on Blood and Ink Records in 2004.
Joel Sauvé and Hugh Charron departed in 2005. Hoare switched to bass and shred-style guitarist, "Shred" Sean Maier, from Long Island, joined. The band then began to change to a more 80s glam metal sound.
In January 2007, after the addition of vocalist Tony Gambino, they signed with Century Media Records. They recorded their second studio album, Pedal to the Metal, at The Farm in Vancouver, with producer Garth Richardson and engineer Ben Kaplan. The rest of 2007 was spent touring the US.
In early 2008, after a UK tour, rhythm guitarist, Robbie Hart and keyboardist Simon Foxx, both original members, were kicked out of the band. In mid 2008 they were joined by rhythm guitarist Casey Jones and keyboardist Slater, and took part in on the first annual Scream the Prayer Tour.
"Pedal to the Metal" was released by Century Media in Europe in August 2008 and the US in September 2008. After their headlining late 2008 European tour, original drummer Frank Shooflar left to pursue his career as a record producer and songwriter, Slater then moved to drums and former Still Remains keyboardist Ben Schauland was added, under the moniker "Rex Krueger".
Keyboardist Ben "Rex Krueger" Schauland left the band in mid 2010. Sam Ryder, then a member of The Morning After, played rhythm guitar on the band's European tour while Casey Jones stayed home to be present for the birth of his first child.
On June 24, 2011, Tooth & Nail Records released a video officially welcoming Blessed by a Broken Heart to the label's roster, in which the band announced that they were recording a new album. On September 30, the band announced that a song called "Deathwish" would be released on October 17, 2011 for the cost of a tweet, and would be the first single from the new album, Feel the Power, which was at the time planned for release on January 24, 2012. A second single, "Forever", was released on December 6, 2011, with an accompanying video premiering on January 17, 2012.
In July 2012, Gambino, announced his departure and rhythm guitarist Sam Ryder was announced as new vocalist. Ryder appeared on a standalone single, "Out of Control", released July 24, 2012.
On September 7, 2013, guitarist Sean Maier announced that the band was breaking up due to repeated legal struggles with record companies and lack of support from booking agencies. The post also stated that singer Sam Ryder would continue working as the frontman for Close Your Eyes and Maier would continue to work on his new project Shred Starz. Ryder left Close Your Eyes in December 2014, and found success as a solo artist.
The band reunited to play Montebello Rock Fest on June 24, 2017. The reunion lineup was Tony Gambino (vocals), Tyler Hoare (bass), "Shred" Sean Maier (guitar), Ian "Slater" Evans (drums), and Joel "Casey" Jones (guitar).
The band released a one-off re-recording of "Another Day Another War" on September 20, 2020.
Another Day & Another War
Blessed By A Broken Heart Lyrics
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How many times, must you watch me as I fall
I guess until I can't get up on my own anymore
Another day
Another war
Another battle
I've been let down
And all I get from my peers is a blank stare
Empty words and a cold shoulder
But silence would say so much more
I can't make it on my own
Not by myself
I'll suffer no more
Another day
Another war
Another battle
I've been let down
I've been beat down
I'll walk to the battleground
And wage war on this world
The opening lyric of "Another Day & Another War" by Blessed By A Broken Heart depicts a fight that persists despite overwhelming odds: "Again I try to reach a mile on broken legs." This line carries a metaphorical weight that alludes to perseverance, as the singer strives to keep going despite being physically damaged. The following line, "How many times, must you watch me as I fall," creates a sense of frustration. It's not clear who "you" is referring to here, but it can be interpreted as the singer's peers, society, or fate itself. The singer expresses a sense of weariness by the last line of the verse, "I guess until I can't get up on my own anymore."
The chorus of the song, with its repetition of "Another day / Another war / Another battle / I've been let down / I've been beat down," embodies the feeling of being trapped in a cycle, where each new day feels like a struggle. The verses continue with similar patterns of conversational verses and exclamatory choruses that mirror the idea of climbing a hill only to fall down again. In the second verse, the singer talks about how they don't receive any support from their peers, and that they would prefer the cold shoulder to receiving false sympathy. The singer concludes by saying they're going to fight back against "this world" and its difficulties, "I'll walk to the battleground / And wage war on this world."
Line by Line Meaning
Again I try to reach a mile on broken legs
Despite facing difficulties, I still attempt to achieve greatness.
How many times, must you watch me as I fall
I have been falling frequently, and it seems like everyone has been witness to it.
I guess until I can't get up on my own anymore
I will continue to fall, until I can no longer rise up alone.
Another day
Yet another day has begun, bringing with it new challenges.
Another war
In this ongoing battle, I must prepare for yet another skirmish.
Another battle
Every single day, I must fight to overcome my struggles.
I've been let down
I feel like I have been abandoned and disappointed by those around me.
I've been beat down
Constantly facing obstacles has caused me to feel beaten and drained.
And all I get from my peers is a blank stare
Despite needing support, those around me offer nothing but indifference.
Empty words and a cold shoulder
The people around me offer no help, rather, their words and gestures have lost any meaning they may have had.
But silence would say so much more
Their lack of words or action would have actually spoken louder than their empty show of support.
I can't make it on my own
I have come to the realization that I cannot overcome every challenge on my own.
Not by myself
I need the support and encouragement of others to move forward.
I'll suffer no more
I am determined to end the pain and difficulties I have been facing.
I'll walk to the battleground
I will not wait for my struggles to find me, rather I will march forward to face them head on.
And wage war on this world
I am ready to take on the battles of life, no matter how daunting they may seem.
Contributed by Ellie T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.