It began when Blyss's lead singer and songwriter, Jason Wade, was 15 years old. At his local church, Wade discovered a love for music and performing along with friends Sergio Andrade and Jon Palmer. There, Wade was introduced to producer Ron Aniello, who helped get the ball rolling for the young musicians. Blyss members Collin Hayden and Aaron Lord joined the band later on.
In 1999, Blyss released a demo album under the band name "Blyss" entitled Diff's Lucky Day. These limited release albums would later sell on online auctions for hundreds of dollars, following the band's name change to the name which would find commercial success, Lifehouse.
In their short time, Blyss performed mainly at local colleges and universities.
Not long after, Blyss signed off officially with DreamWorks Records, changing their name to "Lifehouse". Andrade and Wade were the only remaining founding members. Five of twelve tracks from Diff's Lucky Day would make their way onto Lifehouse's debut album, No Name Face, including the popular single Breathing.
In April 2004, Sergio Andrade left Lifehouse to pursue individual projects. Jason Wade is now the only remaining member of Lifehouse that was a part of the original band, Blyss. On occasion, Wade performed the Blyss track, Storm, at Lifehouse concerts. The song became popularized on the reality series "So You Think You Can Dance", and in June 2007, Blyss' Storm was re-mastered and re-released on Lifehouse's album, Who We Are.
Unknown
Blyss Lyrics
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This familiar place sheltered and concealed
and if this night won't let me rest
don't let me second guess
what I know to be real
put away all I know for tonight
and maybe I just might learn to let it go
take my security from me
I am falling into grace to the unknown
to where you are and faith
makes everybody scared
it's the unknown the don't know
that keeps me hanging on and on and on to you
I got nothing left to defend
I cannot pretend that everything makes sense
but does it really matter now
if I do not know how
to figure this thing out
I am falling into grace to the unknown
to where you are and faith
makes everybody scared
it's the unknown the don't know
that keeps me hanging on and on and on to you
I'm against myself again
trying to fit these pieces in
walking on a cloud of dust to get to you
I am falling into grace to the unknown
to where you are and faith
makes everybody scared
it's the unknown the don't know
that keeps me hanging on
and I am falling into grace to the unknown
to where you are and faith
makes everybody scared
it's the unknown the don't know
that keeps me hanging on and on and on to you
The lyrics of Blyss's song "Unknown" speak to the struggle of facing uncertainty and the fear that comes with it. The opening lines set the stage for the theme, with the singer expressing the doubt that is "screaming in their face" and acknowledging the comfort of the familiar, but ultimately questioning whether it's worth holding onto that safety if it means missing out on new experiences and growth.
The chorus is a declaration of the singer's willingness to take the risk and embrace the unknown, even though it is scary, citing faith as a guiding force. The lyrics suggest a desire to let go of control and surrender to the journey, even though it may not make sense or follow a clear path. The second verse further reinforces this message, with the singer admitting they have nothing left to defend and cannot pretend to have all the answers. The song ends with a sense of determination and a declaration that the unknown is worth exploring, and that they will continue to hang on to it.
Overall, the lyrics speak to the universal struggle of facing the unknown and accepting uncertainty as a necessary part of growth and change. The song encourages the listener to have faith in the journey, even when it is scary or uncomfortable, and embrace the possibility of new experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
This doubt is screaming in my face
My uncertainty is overwhelming
This familiar place sheltered and concealed
I am in a place I know, but it is still confusing
and if this night won't let me rest
Even though it is dark, I cannot sleep
don't let me second guess
I need to be sure of myself
what I know to be real
The things I trust and believe in
put away all I know for tonight
I will try to forget everything
and maybe I just might learn to let it go
Releasing control could ease my fears
take my security from me
I am willing to be vulnerable
maybe finally I won't have to know everything
I don't need to have all the answers
I am falling into grace to the unknown
I am surrendering and embracing the unfamiliar
to where you are and faith
I am reaching out to faith and to you
makes everybody scared
The idea of believing in something unexplainable is terrifying
it's the unknown the don't know
The things I cannot comprehend and foresee scare me
that keeps me hanging on and on and on to you
My faith and trust in you is my anchor
I got nothing left to defend
I have no illusions or excuses left
I cannot pretend that everything makes sense
I acknowledge that life can be chaotic and inexplicable
but does it really matter now
Does it make any difference?
If I do not know how to figure this thing out
I am ready for guidance and direction
I'm against myself again
I am struggling with my own thoughts and emotions
trying to fit these pieces in
Attempting to make sense of things
walking on a cloud of dust to get to you
Despite the confusion and uncertainty, I am pushing forward
that keeps me hanging on
My belief in the unknown keeps me persevering
and I am falling into grace to the unknown
I am giving myself over and trusting in the unknown
to where you are and faith
I am seeking you and relying on faith
makes everybody scared
Believing in something mysterious frightens many people
it's the unknown the don't know
The unforeseeable and inexplicable is terrifying
that keeps me hanging on and on and on to you
I hold onto my faith and trust in you.
Contributed by Addison P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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