The band has gone through many various lineup changes during it's lifetime and currently has no original members, but as of June 2020 it's current lineup stands as follows:
Ollie Baxxter – vocals (2013–present)
Pat Diaz – bass (2015–present)
Domenic Reid – guitar (2017–present)
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The Simple Type
Broadside Lyrics
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always caught up in my mind.
You’re throwin stones into an ocean
at its highest tide.
And I’m counting all the ways
to turn my back and walk away.
Tellin me to play it safe,
but your routine ain’t for me.
We shoot first, ask questions last
cause the days go by so fast.
Only focused on the outcome
and not stressin on our path.
And I know you don’t understand
why I chase what I can’t have.
Yea, you say you know best,
we swear we know better.
Out of sight out of mind,
I’m the simple type.
Out of sight out of mind,
I’m the simple type.
You’re not focused on my climb,
only promising my fall.
But you should know you’re throwing
punches at a brick wall.
I’m counting all the ways
to turn my back
and walk away.
Telling me to play it safe,
but you’re routine aint for me.
Cause there is a gun
at the back of my head,
and I can’t make a decision.
I don’t wanna waste
anymore of their time
We shoot first, ask questions last,
cause the days go by so fast.
Only focused on the outcome
and not stressin on our path.
And I know you don’t understand
why I chase what I can’t have.
Yea, you say you know best,
we swear we know better.
Out of sight out of mind,
I’m the simple type.
Out of sight out of mind,
I’m the simple type.
So confused as you stand there,
tired bones and your grey hair.
Don’t you ever compare me
to the mistakes you made before me.
Forcing pieces together,
in the end you’ll see,
puzzled look on the faces
of those who doubted me.
We shoot first, ask questions last,
cause the days go by so fast.
Only focused on the outcome
and not stressin on our path.
And I know you don’t understand
why I chase what I can’t have.
Yea, you say you know best,
we swear we know better.
Out of sight out of mind,
I’m the simple type.
Out of sight out of mind,
I’m the simple type.
Out of sight out of mind,
I’m the simple type.
Out of sight, out of mind.
The Simple Type by Broadside is a song about a person who is stubborn, caught up in their own mind and refuses to conform to the expectations of others. The lyrics suggest that the person they are singing to is throwing stones into an ocean at its highest tide and that they are only focused on the outcome, not stressing on their path. The person singing the song suggests that they are counting all of the ways to turn their back and walk away but they are being told to play it safe, which they refuse to do as they believe the routine of the other person is not for them.
The lyrics continue to suggest that the person singing the song is being told they are the simple type, out of sight and out of mind, but they refuse to listen to these words as they are focused on their own climb. The other person is only focused on their fall and is comparing them to the mistakes they made before. The person singing the song is confident in themselves and believes that the others will be puzzled by their success, even though they were doubted in the beginning. The song suggests that the person singing it is determined and unyielding in their pursuit of their goals, regardless of what others may say.
Line by Line Meaning
You know I’m stubborn most the time,
I am often unwilling to change my mind.
always caught up in my mind.
I tend to overthink things.
You’re throwing stones into an ocean at its highest tide.
You are wasting your energy and efforts.
And I’m counting all the ways to turn my back and walk away.
I am considering giving up on this situation.
Telling me to play it safe,
You are advising me to avoid risk.
but your routine ain’t for me.
But I am not content with living a repetitive life.
We shoot first, ask questions last
We tend to act before thinking things through.
cause the days go by so fast.
Because time passes quickly.
Only focused on the outcome
Our attention is solely on the end result.
and not stressin on our path.
We are not concerned with the journey to get there.
And I know you don’t understand
I am aware that you do not comprehend.
why I chase what I can’t have.
I am pursuing something I may not be able to attain.
Yea, you say you know best,
You claim to know what is in my best interest.
we swear we know better.
But we are confident in our own abilities.
Out of sight out of mind,
If something is not visible, it is forgotten.
I’m the simple type.
I am not complex or complicated.
You’re not focused on my climb,
You do not support my journey towards success.
only promising my fall.
You believe I will fail.
But you should know you’re throwing punches at a brick wall.
Your efforts are futile and will not make an impact.
So confused as you stand there,
You appear lost and bewildered.
tired bones and your grey hair.
You seem weary and aged.
Don’t you ever compare me to the mistakes you made before me.
Do not equate me to previous errors you have committed.
Forcing pieces together,
Trying to make things work with incompatible parts.
in the end you’ll see,
Eventually, you will realize.
puzzled look on the faces
A confused expression on people's faces.
of those who doubted me.
Of those who did not believe in me.
Out of sight out of mind,
If something is not visible, it is forgotten.
I’m the simple type.
I am not complex or complicated.
Out of sight out of mind,
If something is not visible, it is forgotten.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Andrew Dunton, Dorian Cooke, Josh Glupker, Niles Gibbs, Ollie Baxter
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@haleymarie2325
these guys are such an underrated band
@anthonyrain2721
Haley Marie Your so ignorant they've been heard on MTV Music and they've been on warp tour
@kevinzarbock2117
agreed kinda really surprised never heard of them before
@runninghome3682
Warped tour isn't a huge thing 95% of the bands on it I bet you haven't heard of
@drella1775
I got into broadside about 6 months before warped and they were so good live. They're such an underrated band. They have so much energy and connect with the crowd and it felt so passionate. It was one of the best sets I went to all day.
@hadynwhite5784
Dorian has a killer jaw line
@codyplaysthedrums11
Saw these dudes at warped this year on the full sail stage which was the Kevin says stage two years ago when I saw state champs. Needless to say State Champs blew up after playing on that stage hopefully it works out like that for Broadside.
@ManDerlo
Yo guys straight up, this album(yes I paid for it,well worth it) stayed on repeat in my whip for atleast a month. Dope sound. Saw you guys play at warped at PNC NJ and it was unreal the stage presence you had. I'll be waiting for you next year on the main stage. Real recognize real
@SearchingForNostalgia
We'll be seeing you in Springfield, MO! Cant wait
@zornjuliette5270
I wish I was at the front of the crowd for my show. They were so perfect live and I'm an even bigger fan now that I saw them in person. Great video boyzz