Candlebox was known for an explosive live show and throughout their 8 year career, they toured with such bands as Living Colour, The Flaming Lips, Our Lady Peace, Rush, Henry Rollins, and Metallica. They were also a featured band on the main-stage at Woodstock '94 and made repeat live performances on the David Letterman show.
They are best known for the singles "Change", "You", "Far Behind" and "Simple Lessons". "Far Behind" entered Billboard's Top 20 in July of 1993 and didn't drop off the charts until January of 1994. The videos for "Far Behind" and "You" were in seemingly perpetual rotation on MTV and became two of the most requested videos of 1993.
Drummer Scott Mercado left the band in 1997 and was replaced by former Pearl Jam member Dave Krusen. Krusen later left the band in 1999 and was replaced by Shannon Larkin of Ugly Kid Joe. Bardi Martin also left the band that year, and was replaced by Rob Reddick (formerly of Dig). The band split in year 2000.
As of 2005, singer Kevin Martin is currently recording and performing as the leader of The Hiwatts. Peter Klett is currently recording and performing as the leader of redlightmusic.
In 2006, Candlebox has reunited with their original line-up. They went on a three-month North American tour beginning on July 1st of the same year. This marks their first collaboration since 1996.
In 2008, Candlebox released their fourth studio album called "Into the sun". This meant their return since 1998's Happy Pills. Also, they released a Live album called "Alive in Seattle" which includes tracks from all their past albums.
In 2009, Kevin Martin (along with Sean Hennesy, Candlebox's guitarist) helped form the super-group The Gracious Few with three of the members of the band LIVE. Functioning as lead singer, the band went on to release a self-titled album which accompanied an extensive tour. Though LIVE has reformed with a new lead singer, more material from The Gracious Few is said to be released in the future
Into The Sun
Candlebox Lyrics
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The beauty of your eyes
This worries me (She whispers)
Sunshine my love
The meanings of her words do move
Undressed indoors
To me it's lust
Sunshine my love, oh be still
If this is my time then I'm running late
Oh my angel
Always into the sun
Wings ablaze, I'm alive, I fight
Always into the sun
To unsteady me, no more, no more, no more
I've unsteady days
You flicker in my gaze
This hurries me (she whispers)
Tic Toc my love
Beneath it all it's clear
It's deeper than, deeper than the deepest sea
She isn't ready for it, she isn't ready for
Anything, anything that might further
Me away my love goodbye
Goodbye my love, will you sing this song?
When my time has come and I'm running late
Oh my angel
Always into the sun
Wings ablaze, I'm alive, I fight
Always into the sun
To unsteady me no
Unsteady, dying, maybe wounded
I'm wide awake and I'm not sleeping
Always into the sun
Wngs ablaze, I'm alive, I fight
Sitting here awaiting cover
To see the one that never got away
She still stops so far so far still further won't you hold her still?
If you only love would love her love would love
My love would love me martyr
Sitting here awaiting cover
Always into the sun
Wings ablaze, I'm alive, I fight
Always into the sun
To unsteady me no [Repeat: x 2]
The lyrics to Candlebox's song Into The Sun describe a relationship filled with passion and intensity. The singer is consumed by the beauty of his lover's eyes, and their physical connection is described with vibrant language. The lyrics include lines such as "Undressed indoors, to me it's lust" and "Oh we got high, high to rain it all over my sunshine, my love." However, there is also an ominous tone to the song, highlighted by the lyrics "This hurries me (she whispers) Tic Toc my love Beneath it all it's clear" and "If this is my time then I'm running late." The singer seems to be acutely aware of his own mortality and the fleeting nature of their romance, perhaps driven by feelings of anxiety or insecurity.
The chorus emphasizes the theme of chasing after the sun, which can be interpreted as a metaphor for pursuing something unattainable or fleeting. The singer speaks of "always" being into the sun, with wings ablaze and fighting to stay alive. There is also an element of uncertainty in the lyrics, with the repeated phrase "To unsteady me no" suggesting a desire for stability or reassurance.
Overall, the lyrics to Into The Sun convey the intensity and complexity of a passionate relationship, with a sense of urgency and foreboding woven throughout.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been blinded by
The beauty of your eyes
This worries me (She whispers)
Sunshine my love
The meanings of her words do move
The singer is mesmerized by the beauty of their lover's eyes, but this also causes worry. The lover whispers and refers to the singer as their sunshine. The singer is moved by the various meanings behind their lover's words.
Undressed indoors
To me it's lust
Oh we got high, high to rain it all over my
Sunshine my love, oh be still
If this is my time then I'm running late
Oh my angel
The singer and their lover had a sexual encounter indoors, which the singer views as lustful. They got high during the act and the singer refers to their lover as sunshine and angel. The singer worries they are running out of time.
Always into the sun
Wings ablaze, I'm alive, I fight
Always into the sun
To unsteady me, no more, no more, no more
The singer is always striving to move forward and feel alive, even if it means facing challenges. They will not allow anything to unsteady them anymore.
I've unsteady days
You flicker in my gaze
This hurries me (she whispers)
Tic Toc my love
Beneath it all it's clear
The artist experiences unsteady days and their lover is always on their mind. The lover whispers to the artist, causing them to feel urgent and anxious. The artist feels like time is running out, but deep down they know what they want.
It's deeper than, deeper than the deepest sea
She isn't ready for it, she isn't ready for
Anything, anything that might further
Me away my love goodbye
Goodbye my love, will you sing this song?
When my time has come and I'm running late
Oh my angel
The artist's love runs deeper than anything, but their lover is not ready for it. The artist feels like anything that might pull them apart from their lover would be devastating. They say goodbye to their lover and ask if they will sing a song when the artist's time has come to an end.
Unsteady, dying, maybe wounded
I'm wide awake and I'm not sleeping
Always into the sun
Wngs ablaze, I'm alive, I fight
The singer feels unstable, and maybe even hurt, but they are wide awake and not sleeping. They are always moving towards the sun, with wings ablaze and fighting to feel alive.
Sitting here awaiting cover
To see the one that never got away
She still stops so far so far still further won't you hold her still?
If you only love would love her love would love
My love would love me martyr
The singer is waiting to see the one they never let go of. They ask if someone could hold their lover still, as they feel like they are slipping away. They express that if only their lover would love them in return, they would be willing to become a martyr for love.
Sitting here awaiting cover
Always into the sun
Wings ablaze, I'm alive, I fight
Always into the sun
To unsteady me no
Unsteady, dying, maybe wounded
I'm wide awake and I'm not sleeping
Always into the sun
Wngs ablaze, I'm alive, I fight
The artist is waiting for something to protect them, but they continue to move forward towards the sun. They strive to feel alive, even if they are in pain. They will not allow anything to unsteady them anymore and continue to fight with wings ablaze.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BOWERY MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: RANDY BRECKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Danny Bursace
Great album! Candlebox got dismissed & marginalized as a Pearl Jam, grunge poser, etc....but they are a great American band...putting out an album like this, especially nowadays with no radio/new music outlet, is very impressive & it's too bad most people won't ever hear it!
sincitydrummer
@oscar yea.... But they are better than pearl jam by far.
I've seen both in concert and pearl jam was a waste of money while these guys gave you more than your $ worth.
The rocked hard all nite.
oscar
i love pearl jam and candlebox also..never compare these guys to pj..candlebox is different, ppl compare and judge but i dont care, i listen to them ever since their first album.
Diego Rodriguez
Kevin is far better than Eddie I saw them two Sunday’s ago such an amazing show..Candlebox is nothing like Pearljam nothing and like homie said with nothing really be put out as new material this rocks and thier new album Wolves is really good and kicks asss
tom woods
Love Candlebox… I have to say, I think Kevin is 10 times the vocalist of Eddie Vedder
Robert Rivers
This guy gets it!! Rock on brother!
Blair Martin
This album is unreal. Such an amazing band!
Beverly Guess
Fell in love with these guys in the 90's and still in love today. Classic and always will be in my top 5.
Oh! That Guy.
Though I was pretty young I regret not exploring this band more. Even their biggest album is far superior than the two hits it yielded. I love the bluesy roots in this album's songs. Breathe Me In and its intro @31:36 is beautiful.
Twilight Angel
Love this album & loved the tour meeting everyone in the band! The lyrics are so on point, every song is a stand alone hit! I never am ever let down by Kevin's writing in any of his bands especially Candlebox xx