As with most aspiring musical groups, By the Tree got their start playing a series of small venues — predominantly churches — throughout the southern and southwestern United States. Their near-constant touring cultivated a sizeable fan base.
In 1999 they released two independent, self-produced CDs, which they sold at their concerts. By 2001, these two CDs had sold a combined 30,000 units, which more than recouped their production costs, and additionally brought them to the attention of the Gospel music industry.
The band eventually signed with Fervent Records, part of the BMG music publishing company. Their first national U.S. commercial recording was Invade My Soul. The album charted in the Billboard Top 40 in the Contemporary Christian and Independent categories. The album eventually went on to win two Dove Awards: The album itself won Best Modern Rock/Alternative Album, and the album's title track won Best Recorded Song.
The band has gone through numerous lineup changes since signing with Fervent. Drummer Aaron Blanton joined the group prior to the recording of Invade My Soul, and bassist Ben Davis joined in 2002 for the recording of These Days. Original member Kevin Rhoads left the band shortly after the release of These Days and was replaced by Charlie Goddard, who left the band in 2003 to join the Jeff Deyo Band.
By the Tree has released four albums under the Fervent label, and they remain one of the more popular acts in Contemporary Christian music.
Chuck Dennie now lives in Franklin, TN with his wife Joanne.
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Satellite
By The Tree Lyrics
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Sending a message to everyone.
Wanna be your signal
Wanna be your sound
Can you feel it now?
[Chorus]
(Be your satellite)
(Burning through the night)
Reflect your lave and be your satellite.
Write your name across the sky
Tell them the reasons why your love will never fail.
Wanna be your signal.
Wanna be your sound.
Can you feel it now?
[Chorus]
The song Satellite by By The Tree talks about a person's unwavering love for someone. The lyrics in the first verse say that the person's life revolves around the person they love, and their love for them is so strong that they want to be their signal and sound, a constant presence in their life. The chorus talks about how the person wants to be their lover's satellite, shining brightly like a star for the whole world to see. They want to reflect the love they receive and be a constant support for their lover.
In the second verse, the lyrics say that the person wants to show the world their love for their partner. They want to write their name across the sky and tell the world that their love will never fail. The chorus repeats the desire to be their lover's satellite and shine for them, reflecting their love.
The song emphasizes the deep and enduring love that a person can have for someone. It is about wanting to be a constant presence in their life, even when they are physically apart. The chorus, with its repeated line "be your satellite," serves as a powerful and catchy hook that emphasizes the central theme of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
I am revolving around your sun.
I am constantly orbiting and gravitating towards you, just like planets do around the sun.
Sending a message to everyone.
I am trying to communicate my devotion and love to everyone around you.
Wanna be your signal
I want to be the beacon that guides you and leads you towards brighter things.
Wanna be your sound
I want my voice and presence to resonate with you, and be the symphony that fills your life with melody.
Can you feel it now?
Are you able to sense or perceive the depth of my emotions and feelings for you right now?
(Be your satellite) To this world I'm shining like a star.
As I bask in the glow of your love, I radiate my own light and illuminate the world around me like a star.
(Burning through the night) Reflect your lave and be your satellite.
I burn with the intensity of passion and am fueled by your love. By reflecting back your own light, I become your constant and unwavering companion, always by your side.
Write your name across the sky
I want to proclaim my love and devotion for you to the world without hesitation or reservation.
Tell them the reasons why your love will never fail.
My love for you is steadfast and resolute, and I am willing to shout it from the rooftops to ensure that everyone knows how much you mean to me.
Wanna be your signal.
Once again emphasizing the desire to be a guiding light in your life, and expressing my unfailing devotion and commitment to you.
Wanna be your sound.
Continuing the metaphor of being a source of music, melody and harmony in your life, and the voice of your heart when words fail.
Can you feel it now?
Reinforcing the idea of the depth and intensity of the love being offered, and asking if the other person can truly grasp the magnitude of its meaning and impact.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TIM POWELL, JOHN PAUL COOPER
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