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.
Scream It Like You Mean It
Blessed By A Broken Heart Lyrics
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That opens up my mind
It's stealing all the noise inside
Shot and bring my world to life
If it's all this right
Then maybe you should know
If it's in my reach
Walk the right road
Never leave you down
I'll take you to the place …
Scream it like you mean it
Baby one more time
My ambition
To follow my own vision
Something I could never do without
I'll go the distance
I'll give all I've got to give
Find the words that you will fit
So my soul becomes a port of it
If it's all this right
Then maybe you should know
If it's in my reach
I'll never let it go
Walk the right road
Never leave you down
I'll take you to the place …
Scream it like you mean it
Baby one more time
My ambition
To follow my own vision
Something I could never do without
Walk the right road
Never leave you down
I'll take you to the place …
Scream it like you mean it
Baby one more time
My ambition
To follow my own vision
Something I could never do without
Walk the right road
Never leave you down
I'll take you to the place …
Scream it like you mean it
Baby one more time
My ambition
To follow my own vision
Something I could never do without
In "Scream It Like You Mean It" by Blessed By A Broken Heart, the lyrics depict a message of ambition and determination to follow one's vision. The opening lines suggest that the singer has found something that clears their mind and brings their world to life. They are willing to give all they have to pursue their goal, as the lyrics state "I'll give all I've got to give." Despite any obstacles that may come their way, the singer will remain steadfast on the path that is right and not let anyone down, promising to take the listener to the place they aspire to be. The repeated chorus,"Scream it like you mean it, baby one more time, my ambition, to follow my own vision, something I could never do without" emphasizes the importance and urgency of pursuing one's dreams and aims to instill that belief in the audience.
The song's message is a powerful one that can resonate with listeners who are searching for motivation and inspiration to follow their own paths. The lyrics suggest that it is vital to find one's vision and pursue it with determination, and despite any challenges that may crop up, one must stay on the right road and never lose focus.
Line by Line Meaning
I found the one thing
I have discovered the one thing that has the power to change my perspective
That opens up my mind
It has the ability to clear my head of all distractions and negativity
It's stealing all the noise inside
It's helping me get rid of all the chaos that's going on inside my head
Shot and bring my world to life
It's giving me a new perspective and bringing a new energy into my life
If it's all this right
If this feels right
Then maybe you should know
Then you should know
If it's in my reach
If I have the opportunity
I'll never let it go
I'll never give up on it
Walk the right road
I'll take the right path
Never leave you down
I'll never disappoint you
I'll take you to the place
I'll show you the way to achieve your dreams
Scream it like you mean it
Express yourself with everything you've got
Baby one more time
Do it over and over until you succeed
My ambition
My goal in life
To follow my own vision
To pursue what I truly believe in
Something I could never do without
Something that is essential to who I am
Contributed by Maya W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.