It was during the first few moments of 1981 at a New Year's party when Jones, vocalist Jim Drummond, and drummer Mike Greenlees decided to form a band. Jones couldn't get his Hallmark memory out of his mind and called the band CHEER-ACCIDENT. Various contributing musicians helped the band with the recording of their first album, "Life Isn't Like That". After the album came out in 1986, Greenlees and Drummond left to pursue other full-time interests. The next lineup of CHEER-ACCIDENT consisted of bassist Chris Block and guitarist Jeff Libersher, whom Jones had met in the mid-'80s while attending Northern Illinois University. They recorded their first nationally distributed release, "Sever Roots, Tree Dies", with Phil Bonnet at Solid Sound Studios in Hoffman Estates, IL, from April through July of 1988. They released the album on their own label, Complacency, that same year. Other material from the session went on a cassette LP on Complacency called "Vasectomy".
Following the releases, the band reentered the studio with Steve Albini to record the EP "Dumb Ask". The English label Neat Records was so impressed by the album that the imprint offered the band a two-record deal in 1990. The first album of their contract was shown to the band after pressing, and according to Jones, it was over-compressed, edited in an obscene fashion, and loaded with misspellings. The band was angered and the contract was over. They continued to release material on Complacency and also hired their engineer/producer Phil Bonnet (known for his work with Will Oldham, U.S. Maple, the Smoking Popes, Bobby Conn, and Eleventh Dream Day) to be their second guitarist. By 1991, CHEER-ACCIDENT had begun holding recording sessions for its fourth album, "Babies Shouldn't Smoke", in the upstairs studio of the Pete WAY room in Chicago. Shortly after the sessions came to an end, Pravda approached the band with the offer to add a track to the label's "20 Explosive Dynamic Super Smash Hit Explosions!" compilation. The group added their own take on "Theme From Shaft".
Lineup shifts occurred once again in 1992 when bassist Block was asked to leave CHEER-ACCIDENT after he came to a disagreement over the band's musical style. The group also began work on material with new bassist Dan Forden. The following year was spent recording, as well as developing a Chicago cable access television program titled Cool Clown Ground. In July of 1994, Albini was brought back into the studio to help CHEER-ACCIDENT record "Not a Food", which would become it's sixth full-length album. It was not released until February 19, 1996. Ex-Flying Luttenbachers bassist Dylan Posa replaced Forden after he got married in August of 1994. The band decided to go for a completely straight-ahead pop approach to their next full-length record, "The Why Album", which was recorded from 1992 until 1993 and released in November of 1994. With the addition of Posa and his background in the volatile Luttenbachers, he brought an intense feeling to CHEER-ACCIDENT's 1996 and 1997 performances. Members of the band would also begin to add contributions to other groups around that time, which included U.S. Maple, Dot Dot Dot, Yona-Kit, Bobby Conn, Gastr Del Sol, and Smog.
In 1997, CHEER-ACCIDENT appeared on the split 7" single, "His Ass Was His Only Feature" on the Super 800 label with the group Star Star. In April, the band released material they'd been working on for the last five years as their seventh full-length record, "Enduring the American Dream". It was the band's second release for Pravda and culled tracks from studio sessions recorded in Hoffman Estates, Streamwood, Schaumburg, and Palatine, IL. The following month, the group recorded a 52-minute song called "Trading Balloons". After the studio session was finished, the band went on hiatus until September of 1998, when they reconvened to play with the Flying Luttenbachers and the Bells at Lounge Ax in Chicago.
Tragedy struck CHEER-ACCIDENT at the beginning of 1999. Just two weeks after performing a show at the DeKalb, IL. club "Seven Dead Arson" on January 22, and just two days after recording the basic tracks for their eighth full-length release "Salad Days", Bonnet was found dead of a brain aneurysm. Unsure of their desire to continue, the band met and agreed that Bonnet would have wanted them to forge ahead without him. By the middle of May, all of the recording and mixing for "Salad Days" was finished. Seeking an additional guitarist to fill the position left vacated by Bonnet, Jones recruited his friend Jamie Fillmore, who had performed on the Antje album "Big Open Sky". Once the lineup was stabilized, the band self-released "Trading Balloons" as an EP. This was followed by their eighth full-length LP, "Salad Days", in October of 2000. As of 2001, CHEER-ACCIDENT was finishing up the final touches on its ninth full-length release and was playing live on a consistent basis in the Midwestern United States.
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Your Weak Heart
Cheer-Accident Lyrics
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All yer graspin, it is always out of reach, it's always out of reach
Truth or dare wiv all yer small change strangers, don't forget the dangers, life is nought but changes
Feel the breeze and let it guide your way, let it guide your way
And if you have to go, there's something you should know, you'll never be alone
You'll always have a home, always have a home, you'll always have a home
And if you have to go, there's something you should know, you'll never be alone
Ever get the feelin you've been fleein all the questions pester parminidean bein
There's a room it's like a keep around your heart, it's like a keep around your heart
But there's no artistry in your concealment, fact it's quite revealin all the fings yer stealin
I hope they keep you warm a keep around your heart, like a keep around your heart
And if you have to go, there's something you should know, you'll never be alone
You'll always have a home, always have a home, you'll always have a home
And if you have to go, there's something you should know, you'll never be alone
Wherever you should roam, you'll never be alone, you'll always have a home
Truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare
Truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare
Truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare
Truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare
Ever peer into the half-dark glass to see narcissus is baskin like a shark she's in the waters there
There's an echo of the past that's ringin clear, it's ringin, ringin clear
She can't hear you for the love of pete, or was it harry, keith or was it rita n the meter maid
So many names well they just fell upon deaf ears, they just fell upon deaf ears
They just fell upon deaf ears
And if you have to go, there's something you should know, you'll never be alone
You'll always have a home, always have a home, you'll always have a home
And if you have to go, there's something you should know, you'll never be alone
Wherever you should roam, you'll never be alone, you'll always have a home
The lyrics of "Your Weak Heart" by Cheer-Accident delve into themes of introspection, self-doubt, and the complexities of human connection. The first verse alludes to a search for meaning and understanding, represented by the heart of darkness. The mention of an empty mask suggests that the singer is confronted with a lack of authenticity in themselves or others. They feel a constant yearning for something elusive, which may symbolize personal fulfillment or a deeper sense of purpose. The line "Truth or dare wiv all yer small change strangers" highlights the ephemeral nature of relationships and the ever-present risk of being hurt or deceived. Despite the uncertainties, the singer encourages embracing change and following the gentle guidance of the breeze.
The refrain emphasizes a sense of belonging and companionship, even in times of departure and exploration. The repeated assurance that one will never be alone and will always have a home provides a comforting message of unconditional support and understanding. It suggests that the singer has experienced feelings of loneliness or displacement and wants to offer solace to others who may feel the same. The second verse delves into the concept of personal concealment and the lack of artistry in maintaining a guarded facade. The mention of a "keep" around the heart implies a fortress-like defense mechanism against vulnerability and emotional openness. However, the singer acknowledges that the things one steals in terms of emotional connections and authentic experiences ultimately fail to provide true warmth and fulfillment.
The bridge section introduces the phrase "truth or dare" repetitively, perhaps as a form of self-interrogation or a reflection of the challenging choices one must make in life. The final verse references the myth of Narcissus, who becomes captivated by his own image in a half-dark glass. This metaphor highlights the dangers of self-absorption and how it can hinder genuine connections with others. The mention of multiple forgotten names that fell upon deaf ears suggests a disregard for personal connections due to a preoccupation with oneself.
Overall, "Your Weak Heart" offers a nuanced exploration of the complexities of human emotions, the search for meaning, the fear of vulnerability, and the importance of genuine connections.
Line by Line Meaning
Ever peer into the heart of darkness where an empty mask is waitin all yer askin
Whenever you deeply examine the depths of despair, where a facade of emptiness anticipates all the questions you pose
All yer graspin, it is always out of reach, it's always out of reach
All your attempts to seize the truth or understanding are forever elusive, they always escape your grasp
Truth or dare wiv all yer small change strangers, don't forget the dangers, life is nought but changes
Engaging in risky choices with unfamiliar and insignificant individuals, remember the potential risks, for life is nothing but a constant flux
Feel the breeze and let it guide your way, let it guide your way
Embrace the subtle currents of life and allow them to be the guiding force in your journey
And if you have to go, there's something you should know, you'll never be alone
In the event that you must depart, it's essential to understand that you will never be solitary
You'll always have a home, always have a home, you'll always have a home
You will eternally possess a place of belonging and refuge
And if you have to go, there's something you should know, you'll never be alone
In case you need to venture afar, remember that you will never be isolated
Wherever you should roam, you'll never be alone, you'll always have a home
Wherever your travels take you, you will never be without companionship, for you will always have a place to call home
Ever get the feelin you've been fleein all the questions pester parminidean bein
Do you ever experience the sensation of evading all the inquiries, as if being plagued by the constant questioning nature of Parmenidean philosophy?
There's a room it's like a keep around your heart, it's like a keep around your heart
There exists a space, akin to a fortress, encircling your emotions and protecting your heart
But there's no artistry in your concealment, fact it's quite revealin all the fings yer stealin
However, your attempts at hiding lack creativity, as a matter of fact, they openly expose all the things you are taking
I hope they keep you warm a keep around your heart, like a keep around your heart
May these acquired possessions provide you with warmth, like a protective fortress around your heart
Truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare, truth or dare
A repeated questioning of the nature of truth and the courage to take on daring challenges
Ever peer into the half-dark glass to see narcissus is baskin like a shark she's in the waters there
Have you ever gazed into the dimly lit mirror to witness Narcissus indulging like a predatory shark lurking in those depths
There's an echo of the past that's ringin clear, it's ringin, ringin clear
A distinct echo from the bygone era resounds loudly, it reverberates with undeniable clarity
She can't hear you for the love of pete, or was it harry, keith or was it rita n the meter maid
She is oblivious to your presence, she cannot hear you amidst the chaos and confusion, as if her attention is solely on another person or situation
So many names well they just fell upon deaf ears, they just fell upon deaf ears
Numerous names and attempts to capture her attention have been in vain, as if they were futile and unheard
They just fell upon deaf ears
All those attempts to communicate or establish a connection were disregarded and ignored
And if you have to go, there's something you should know, you'll never be alone
If circumstances force you to depart, remember this vital piece of information: you will never be devoid of companionship
You'll always have a home, always have a home, you'll always have a home
You will perpetually possess a place of solace and belonging, a place you can call home
And if you have to go, there's something you should know, you'll never be alone
If your journey takes you elsewhere, keep in mind that solitude will never be your companion
Wherever you should roam, you'll never be alone, you'll always have a home
Regardless of where your wanderings lead, you will never endure loneliness, as you will always have a place to call home
Lyrics © DistroKid, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Happy the Accidents
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