Chronic Future released their self-titled debut album in August 1997 and a followup, 4 Elements, in August 2000. Both albums gained them local popularity, but the band didn't achieve commercial success until the release of their third album, Lines in My Face, in 2004. They signed their first major label deal with Interscope for the release of the album and it reached #18 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. The lead single was "Time and Time Again" which saw heavy airplay on MTV, MTV2, and Fuse. The single also reached #40 on the Billboard Modern Rock chart and was featured in the video games Burnout 3: Takedown and MVP Baseball 2004. During this time the band recruited Ryan Breen to play rhythm guitar on the road. He joined as a full-time member but quit in the same year to begin a solo project of his own, Back Ted N-Ted. He was replaced by Mike Loy who also left to embark on his own musical ventures.
In 2006, Chronic Future left Interscope to continue as an indie band. Members collaborated with Back Ted N-Ted, Busse began a hip hop side project with Charlie Brand of Miniature Tigers called Future Lords. On October 1, 2006, Ben Collins launched his own label Modern Art which signed Back Ted N-Ted, Miniature Tigers, Brothers Backward, Foxglove Hunt, Gospel Claws, and Future Lords.
In late 2006, Chronic Future released a limited edition album, This and of That. It was available exclusively from their official website in 1000 copies. Demos of some of the songs were uploaded to the website leading up to the album's release. The album showed their change from rap rock to an alternative/hip hop/electronic crossover style; their guitar sounds changed to a more electronic sound as opposed to the normal rock sound of previous recordings. Ryan Breen had also returned to provide programming on the album.
In 2008, Chronic Future performed at Bamboozle for its west coast show in Irvine, CA on April 6. They also toured with fellow Arizonans The Medic Droid later that year after opening for them twice in AZ earlier in the year. On November 11, they released the Modern Art EP. It further demonstrated their crossover style, but with far more melodic music than This and of That. The digital EP featured re-recordings of demos previously uploaded to their official website and MySpace page.
From mid-2009, the band stopped updating their online pages. No information was available until a fan posted an email from Ben Collins who stated that the band members had all moved to New York City and that Chronic Future "isn't over yet." According to his personal Facebook page, he had left the band in January 2010.
On March 12, 2015, Ben Collins tweeted that Chronic Future currently has "no plans to tour, but are having fun together (as we always have) and playing NYC this summer." The band is once again active and will be playing their first show together at Bowery Ballroom on July 18, 2015. Opening the show will be Jangula and Charlie Brand.
Apology For Non-Symmetry
Chronic Future Lyrics
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But it's been such a struggle to win entry to this industry
Put simplistically it sickens me for my lack of contributions
I hope to tighten loose ends with new sense and end this nuisance
I think it's more
More than I can take
I don't exactly know just what to say to you
That I haven't said before
And it feels just like I have been more than
Patient enough with wasted breath on bluffs with no bread to touch
Much of what I give will become the unstable crutch
Then who would you get to lend you a new menu of gifts
To spit quick and then shift to the next on your list
'Cause it feels like I'm gonna try this time
We got a different way of seeing what the day can bring
And I know that I'm stepping up to the line
Now I'm man enough to understand it
So come on navigate while I drive
We got a different way of seeing what the day can bring
'Cause it feels like I'm gonna try tonight
I think it's more
More than I can take
I don't exactly know just what to say to you
Anymore
Well look who decided to show up grown up in slow motion
I have to ask you how did you pass through your own erosion
Could you help me get through this life with you instead of
Me impeaching the breeze of your breath for every issue
I can't give up I gotta keep trying as hard as possible
And never throw at you the me that compromised with stappable
I make it so hard to try I'll do what I know is right
Don't make it seem like t his isn't forever
Because I want to come through
And be there for you but it feels so bad that I
It feels so bad that I was not there all those times
The lyrics of Chronic Future's "Apology For Non Symmetry" reflect upon the artist's feelings of inadequacy in the music industry. The first verse suggests that the artist feels guilty for not contributing enough to the world of music, and sees their lack of participation in the symmetry of the industry as a hindrance to their success. The second verse expresses frustration with the current state of affairs and the artist's desire to be more successful. They feel like they've given their all, but their efforts have been fruitless. The artist recognizes that they need to improve and hopes to do so in order to move forward.
The chorus provides a glimmer of hope, with the artist acknowledging their willingness to persevere despite their shortcomings. They suggest that they have a different perspective on life and a willingness to try again. The artist pleads with their audience to come along with them on this journey, to work together, and to support one another.
Overall, the lyrics of "Apology For Non Symmetry" are introspective, raw, and honest. Chronic Future's song highlights the struggles of an artist in the music industry, but also speaks to the universal experience of trying to improve oneself and overcome challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
I must apologize for not participating in symmetry
I am sorry for not contributing to balance and order in this situation
But it's been such a struggle to win entry to this industry
I have had a difficult time breaking into this particular field
Put simplistically it sickens me for my lack of contributions
I feel ashamed that I haven't been able to contribute more easily
I hope to tighten loose ends with new sense and end this nuisance
I plan to make things right and improve the situation moving forward
And it feels just like I have been more than
I feel like I have given everything possible
Patient enough with wasted breath on bluffs with no bread to touch
I've been patient in giving input that hasn't been acted upon
Much of what I give will become the unstable crutch
Many of my contributions will be relied upon too heavily and could cause issues
Then who would you get to lend you a new menu of gifts
If my contributions are no longer available, who else will be able to contribute in the same way?
To spit quick and then shift to the next on your list
To quickly give input and then move onto the next item on the agenda
Cause it feels like I'm gonna try tonight
I feel like I'm going to put in effort and try to improve things tonight
We got a different way of seeing what the day can bring
We have a unique perspective on what could happen in the future
And I know that I'm stepping up to the line
I understand that I need to step up and take responsibility
Now I'm man enough to understand it
I am mature enough to comprehend the situation
So come on navigate while I drive
Let me take the lead while you guide me in the right direction
Well look who decided to show up grown up in slow motion
I am slowly becoming more mature and responsible
I have to ask you how did you pass through your own erosion
How did you get through difficult times in your own life?
Could you help me get through this life with you instead of
Can we work together to make it through life?
Me impeaching the breeze of your breath for every issue
Can we work together without me constantly blaming you for everything?
I can't give up I gotta keep trying as hard as possible
I cannot give up and must continue to try my best
And never throw at you the me that compromised with stappable
I won't blame you for my own shortcomings
I make it so hard to try I'll do what I know is right
I sometimes make it difficult to keep trying, but I will do what is right
Don't make it seem like this isn't forever
Let's work towards a long-term solution and not give up hope
Because I want to come through
I want to be there and help improve things
And be there for you but it feels so bad that I
I want to support you, but I feel guilty for not being there in the past
It feels so bad that I was not there all those times
I feel remorse for not being present during difficult times
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Michael Cook Busse, Barry Louis Collins, Benjamin Melan Collins, Brandon Michael Lee, Ryan Michael Breen
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