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
Simple Lessons
Candlebox Lyrics
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Always left without saying hello
I've seen chains that bear less snap and fall long before you let go
Times run over you sink onto my floor,
It's okay, we've cleaned them many times before
Simple lessons are, simple lessons are, simple lessons are,
Simple lessons are, simple.
Sounds might be where, yeah I want to cry
He's had days where shades of brilliance never granted him space
Green shades of painful rains, it's ok, they'll wash away now
Simple lessons are, simple lessons are, simple lessons are,
Simple lessons are, simple.
Always taught you how, drain yourself empty
Always taught you how, drain yourself empty
We're all scarred up from ages of childish games
Yet I've never seen your head up higher
It feels real this time,
I see you happy again
Reel in it for a while, oh enough to take my place
Sounds to be where
you want to scream
Always left without saying hello
I've seen chains that bear less, snap and fall long before you,
Long before you let go
The song "Simple Lessons" by Candlebox is about dealing with difficult situations in life and how simple lessons can help overcome them. The opening lines of the song suggest that the singer understands the pain and frustration that the listener is going through, but they are always left without saying hello. The lines "I've seen chains that bear less snap and fall long before you let go" convey the emotional weight that the listener is carrying and how it can be overwhelming at times.
The chorus of the song, with its repetition of "simple lessons are", suggests that the singer is trying to offer some guidance to the listener. The lines "Always taught you how, drain yourself empty" suggest that the listener has been taught to sacrifice their own needs for others or to take on too much without asking for help. The song acknowledges that everyone has been hurt by childish games and mistakes, but it is possible to learn from these experiences and move on.
Line by Line Meaning
Sounds to be where, you want to scream
The situation seems to be frustrating to the point where you desire to express your emotions through shouting.
Always left without saying hello
You have been continuously ignored and dismissed even before you received a chance to introduce yourself.
I've seen chains that bear less snap and fall long before you let go
I've observed that some people have handled more tension and stress than you, but you hold onto it for longer periods and find it hard to let go.
Times run over you sink onto my floor,
The hardships of life have hit you hard and you have reached a point of distress and depression where you feel like giving up.
It's okay, we've cleaned them many times before
It's alright, this isn't the first time you've experienced difficult times and we will overcome it as we always have before.
Simple lessons are, simple lessons are, simple lessons are, Simple lessons are, simple.
Life's lessons don't have to be complicated and it is important to remember that we can learn from even the most basic experiences.
He's had days where shades of brilliance never granted him space
At times, he has struggled to shine and showcase his true potential because of external factors that prevented him from doing so.
Green shades of painful rains, it's ok, they'll wash away now
The painful memories and emotions that you have been struggling with will soon be washed away by time and healing.
Always taught you how, drain yourself empty
You have been conditioned to give all of your energy and resources, often to the point of exhaustion, without leaving anything for yourself.
We're all scarred up from ages of childish games
We all carry emotional wounds from past experiences and interactions that resulted from immature and unwise decisions.
Yet I've never seen your head up higher
I've never seen you happier or more confident than you are now.
It feels real this time
You are experiencing genuine and authentic happiness and fulfillment in your life at the moment.
I see you happy again
I can see that you are filled with joy and positivity again, which is a welcome change.
Reel in it for a while, oh enough to take my place
Enjoy this feeling of happiness for a while, until I can take over and support you when you need me to.
I've seen chains that bear less, snap and fall long before you, Long before you let go
I've seen people with less strength and resilience than you break away from their chains of tension and hardship much sooner than you do, even though they faced less difficulty.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BARDI DAVID MARTIN, KEVIN COLIN MARTIN, PETER ANDREW KLETT, SCOTT MERCADO
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@cocainlopez
One of the greatest rock voices of all time
@andresmort
Under rated band
@benjaminwilson8050
Very underrated
@CarlosHernandez-yq9yh
Solo para conocedores...
@JiaPia3
I haven't heard this song in over 20 years. It just popped into my head today, and I decided to listen to it. Brings back lots of memories. This was the first song on the album. It kicked everything off.
@christine7956
This song can't be played loud enough.
@djhouse_arrest411
At that time music was music, miss those years
@sjordan3575
Just heard this on the radio and used Google to see what it was and found it! Love it
@endezeichengrimm
I bought this record from a pawn shop when I was broke.
When I hear it now, I remember the feeling of being broke.
@titicec25
CANDLEBOX ROCKS!!!