In the years that followed, the band was separated geographically, while Fabian pursued an Architecture degree at the University of Florida and Daniel left Florida to attend Harvard Law School in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Nonetheless, during this period, Boyce Avenue assembled at every available opportunity to collaborate musically. It was not until October of 2004 and the subsequent months, however, that Boyce Avenue would really come into its own. Daniel, who had recently graduated from law school, reconnected with the band in Florida as its full-time bassist, and Alejandro, at the age of 18, launched into writing the band's first original song, "Find Me." In the following months, the band performed locally in its hometown of Sarasota, and in April of 2005, the band hit the stage at Pine View High School for the last time. The band's performance at the Mr. Pine View competition, an event which Alejandro would go on to win, was covered in the local press.
Upon Alejandro's graduation from high school, he joined Fabian at the University of Florida, in Gainesville, where the band refined its signature sound playing out in traditional venues like Market Street and Side Bar. In October of 2006 and the months that followed, the band recorded its first three singles at Nickel and Dime Studios near Atlanta, Georgia. The project was engineered by Kris Sampson (Train, the Black Crowes) and produced by Don McCollister (Sister Hazel, Third Day). In 2007 and 2008, Boyce Avenue was honored in several songwriting competitions judged by a host of accomplished and renowned music industry artists, professionals, and executives. The band qualified as a Southeast Semifinalist in the 2007 IMWS competition; "All The While" was selected as a Semi-Finalist in the 2007 International Songwriting Competition, and as one of twelve Lennon Award Winners in the 2007 John Lennon Songwriting Contest; "Find Me" was selected as a Finalist in the Pop category for the U.S.A. Songwriting Competition; and "Hear Me Now (piano acoustic)" was selected as a finalist in the Best Group/Duo category for the IAMA songwriting competition, and as a finalist in the 2008 International Songwriting Competition.
Focused on the completion of a debut album, Boyce Avenue took a hiatus from its public performance schedule to write, produce, and record additional singles. In July of 2007, the band returned to Atlanta, Georgia, this time to record three songs at the Electron Gardens Studio in the historic Biltmore Hotel. These songs were engineered by Gary Pfaff and Tim Delaney, and were produced by Boyce Avenue. In October of the same year, the band finished tracking for the debut album with the recording of two songs at RMP Studios in Orlando, Florida. The final three songs for the album, "Dare To Believe," "On My Way," and "Hear Me Now (piano acoustic)" were engineered at RMP Studios by Veit Renn (Jennifer Hudson) and Adam Barber (Creed, Shinedown, Alterbridge), and were produced by Boyce Avenue.
The debut album, titled “All You’re Meant To Be,” was released by Boyce Avenue on March 25, 2008. All of the songs were mixed by Austin Deptula (Eisley, New Found Glory), and the entire project was mastered by Rodney Mills (Pearl Jam, REM, Sheryl Crow). The physical album is available worldwide exclusively through Storenvy, while the download versions can be found on iTunes/Amazon.com/Rhapsody/Napster/eMusic. Since the album's release, it has been written about in CNN Money, the Kings of A&R, and in other press, its songs have been featured on various MTV shows, and the band has established itself as one of the top 8 Artists of All-Time on YouTube, with over 90 million hits. Most recently, "All You're Meant To Be" has been licensed for sale nationwide in the Philippines through MCA Music, and is on path to Gold status. On the strength of the band's touring success in the United States and the Philippines, the band launched a worldwide tour in 2009.
Hear Me Now
Boyce Avenue Lyrics
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But half the world
Can see it in your eyes
Oh oh
Oh god I'm over here kneeling
It seems were fighting for truth with a lie
ah oh
I'm fallin over the edge with you
(over the edge with you)
You're fallin over the edge with me
(over the edge with me)
With me
Sometimes I wish it was easy
To leave the ones that we love behind
Oh ah
Oh god just help me believe it
It's so much harder to say goodbye
Ohhhh
I'm falling the edge with you
(Over the edge with you)
You're falling over the edge with me
(Over the edge with me)
WITH ME
oh woah oh woah
Can you hear me now?
Oh woah oh woah
Can you hear me now?
Oh woah oh woah
Can you hear me now?
Oh woah oh woah
Can you hear me now?
You got me sitting here pleading
Won't you please help me keep this alive?
I'm fallin over the edge with you
(over the edge with you)
You're fallin over the edge with me
(over the edge with me)
I'm fallin over the edge with you
(over the edge with you)
You're fallin over the edge with me
(Over the edge with me)
WITH ME
oh woah oh woah
Can you hear me now
Oh woah oh woah
Can you hear me now!
The Boyce Avenue song "Hear Me Now" is about a couple who are going through a difficult time in their relationship. The singer sings about how he and his partner have reached the point where they are fighting for their relationship with a lie, implying that they have been dishonest with each other. Despite this, they are both falling over the edge together, suggesting that they are both equally invested in the relationship and unwilling to let it go. The lyrics express the frustration and pain associated with a failing relationship, and the desire to save it, even when it seems impossible.
The chorus, which repeatedly asks "Can you hear me now?" reinforces the idea that communication is key in any relationship. The singer is pleading with their partner to listen to them and work with them to keep the relationship alive. They are aware that it won't be easy, and that they may have to leave loved ones behind, but they are willing to do whatever it takes to salvage their connection.
Overall, "Hear Me Now" is a poignant song that captures the complex emotions that come with trying to save a faltering relationship. It emphasizes the importance of open and honest communication, and the willingness to work together to overcome obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
It wasn't always this feeling
The way we feel now is different from before
But half the world
Many people can see the way we feel
Can see it in your eyes
Your eyes show how you feel
Oh oh
An expression of emotion
Oh god I'm over here kneeling
I am feeling powerless and in need of help
It seems were fighting for truth with a lie
Our situation is complicated and there may be deception
I'm fallin over the edge with you
We are both in this together, heading towards a dangerous situation
(over the edge with you)
Reiteration of the previous line
You're fallin over the edge with me
You are also in this with me, going towards the same danger
(over the edge with me)
Reiteration of the previous line
With me
We are in this together
Sometimes I wish it was easy
I wish it were simpler to leave the people we love behind
To leave the ones that we love behind
Reiteration of the previous line
Oh god just help me believe it
I need help believing that it's possible to say goodbye
It's so much harder to say goodbye
Saying goodbye is very difficult
Ohhhh
An expression of emotion
oh woah oh woah
Refrain of the chorus
Can you hear me now?
I am trying to communicate something important to you
You got me sitting here pleading
I am begging you for help
Won't you please help me keep this alive?
I am asking for your assistance in keeping this situation going
Oh woah oh woah
Refrain of the chorus
Can you hear me now!
I am even more desperate for you to hear me now
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ALEJANDRO LUIS MANZANO, DANIEL ENRIQUE MANZANO, FABIAN RAFAEL MANZANO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Boyce Avenue
Brazil! 🇧🇷 We’re coming back on tour! Come sing with us. You can get Tickets now at http://boyceavenue.com/tour
Lisa B
I love this song, heard it from an Eddie Guerrero montage for his WWF/WWE career.
BusaBoy Anil
Eddie Guerrero Tribute Music ❤️❤️🎼🎼🎶🎵
Corey Campbell
@Lisa B Your welcome
Lisa B
@Corey Campbell thank you...
Corey Campbell
Same here .
Olivia Scott
Seeing this song performed live is something i will never forget. His voice is incredible. They deserve way more attention than other bands!!x
CGPfilms
This is my favorite Boyce Avenue song (Including covers) you guys have ever done. Keep up the good work! :)
E
Eddie Guerrero forever!
Ryan
😢😢😢 R.I.P Eddie Guerrero, 10 Years Ago you passed away and left everyone here, can you hear me now? Viva La Raza!