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.
Time And Time Again
Chronic Future Lyrics
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And when you're in my way
I'm not dividing me from you cause we're working together
Perfect in its splendor like the currents of the weather
The splinter in my center hindering all of my pleasure
Is me manifested as you in this endeavor
Once responsibility is taken I can render
Experience to be however I want to remember
[Chorus]
Time and time again we fall in to the depths of who we are
But you can't keep running away from what you're trying to find
Put yourself through the scariest of scenarios
Enter experiences you normally wouldn't dare to go
It's all for the character and the arrogant afterglow
Of knowing it's appearance according to your patterns of growth
And what your parents handed down to you to handle
Make sure you carry torches when their putting out your candles
Predictions can be unkind but unwind them still
Don't erase the part of you that's responsible for your will
[Chorus:Repeat x2]
Well I've seen you and those things you do
And the way you hide that shadow can't be good for you
Your dark defines your light
There's some utterly damaged particles to deal with
And if I stutter I'm sorry but it's hard to feel swift
When stuck in my stomach is a cannon ball anchor to lift
I've been pushing it down pretending it doesn't exist
Well this is what happens when you're pissed about being pissed
You dig yourself so deep you resist just to resist
And there's no way to get back experiences you missed
So start right now today and risk furiousness for bliss
[Chorus:Repeat x3]
The lyrics of Chronic Future's song "Time and Time Again" explores the idea of personal growth and self-realization, emphasizing the importance of taking responsibility for one's own experiences and potential. The opening lines describe a sense of inspiration and motivation, with the singer recognizing the interconnectedness of all individuals and expressing a desire to work together towards common goals. However, there is an underlying sense of internal conflict and hindrance, represented by the metaphor of a splinter in the center of the singer's being that inhibits their pleasure.
The chorus repeats the phrase "time and time again," suggesting a cycle of falling into the depths of one's self but also hinting at the possibility of renewed self-awareness and growth. The second stanza urges listeners to challenge themselves by entering unfamiliar or uncomfortable situations, as a means of building character and confronting personal limitations. The lines "make sure you carry torches when their putting out your candles" implies that one should remain true to themselves and preserve their inner light, even in the face of obstacles or negative influences.
The final stanza of the song acknowledges the existence of suppressed emotions or past traumas that can impede personal growth, but encourages listeners to push past these barriers and take risks for the sake of happiness and fulfillment. Overall, the lyrics of "Time and Time Again" promote a message of self-empowerment and self-discovery, while acknowledging the challenges and obstacles that come with personal development.
Line by Line Meaning
Inspiring, shining, rising
Beginning with a positive outlook
And when you're in my way
When someone opposes my journey
I'm not dividing me from you cause we're working together
Working together without dividing each other
Perfect in its splendor like the currents of the weather
The beauty of life that can be found in nature
The splinter in my center hindering all of my pleasure
An obstacle in my life that prevents me from enjoying things
Is me manifested as you in this endeavor
The obstacle is a part of me and my journey
Once responsibility is taken I can render
Taking responsibility allows me to create my own experiences
Experience to be however I want to remember
My experiences can be shaped by my own perception and memory
Time and time again we fall in to the depths of who we are
Repeatedly exploring our true selves
But you can't keep running away from what you're trying to find
Avoiding what we're searching for won't make it go away
Put yourself through the scariest of scenarios
Push yourself out of your comfort zone
Enter experiences you normally wouldn't dare to go
Challenge yourself and try new things
It's all for the character and the arrogant afterglow
Gaining confidence and character from new experiences
Of knowing it's appearance according to your patterns of growth
Realizing that experiences shape who you are
And what your parents handed down to you to handle
How your parents raised you influences your ability to handle challenges
Make sure you carry torches when their putting out your candles
Don't let others bring you down, find your own light
Predictions can be unkind but unwind them still
Mistakes happen, but it's important to learn from them
Don't erase the part of you that's responsible for your will
Take responsibility for your choices and actions
Well I've seen you and those things you do
Observing someone's behavior
And the way you hide that shadow can't be good for you
Denying a darker side of yourself can be harmful
Your dark defines your light
Acknowledging the good and bad within yourself makes you whole
There's some utterly damaged particles to deal with
There are difficult issues to confront
And if I stutter I'm sorry but it's hard to feel swift
Expressing vulnerability and difficulty in confronting these issues
When stuck in my stomach is a cannon ball anchor to lift
Feeling weighed down and burdened by issues
I've been pushing it down pretending it doesn't exist
Avoiding dealing with the issues
Well this is what happens when you're pissed about being pissed
Becoming frustrated with your own emotions
You dig yourself so deep you resist just to resist
Feeling stuck in a cycle of resistance
And there's no way to get back experiences you missed
Regretting missed opportunities
So start right now today and risk furiousness for bliss
Take action and risk discomfort for happiness
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BARRY LOUIS COLLINS, BENJAMIN MELAN COLLINS, BRANDON MICHAEL LEE, MICHAEL COOK BUSSE, RYAN MICHAEL BREEN
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[Verse 1]
Inspiring, shining, rising
And when you're in my way
I'm not dividing me from you cause we're working together
Perfect in its splendor like the currents of the weather
The splinter in my center hindering all of my pleasure
Re-manifested as you in this endeavor
Once responsibility is taken I can render
Experience to be however I want to remember
[Chorus]
Time and time again we fall in to the depths of who we are
But you can't keep running away from what you're trying to find
[Verse 2]
Put yourself through the scariest of scenarios
Enter experiences you normally wouldn't dare to go
It's all for the character and the arrogant afterglow
Of knowing it's appearance according to your patterns of growth
And what your parents handed down to you to handle
Make sure you carry torches when their puttin out your candles
Prediction can be unkind but unwind them still
Don't erase the part of you that's responsible for your will
[Chorus]
Time and time again we fall into the depths of who we are
But you can't keep running away from what you're trying to find
Time and time again we fall into the depths of who we are
But you can't keep running away from what you're trying to find
[Bridge]
Well I've seen you and those things you do
And the way you hide that shadow can't be good for you
Your dark defines your light
[Verse 3]
There's some utterly damaged particles to deal with
And if I stutter I'm sorry but it's hard to feel swift
When stuck in my stomach is a cannon ball anchor to lift
I've been pushing it down pretending it doesn't exist
Well this is what happens when you're pissed about being pissed
You dig yourself so deep you resist just to resist
And there's no way to get back experiences you missed
So start right now today and risk furiousness for bliss
[Chorus]
Time and time again we fall into the depths of who we are
But you can't keep running away from what you're trying to find
Time and time again we fall into the depths of who we are
But you can't keep running away from what you're trying to find
[Outro]
Time and time again we fall into the depths of who we are
Time and time again we fall into the debts of who we are
But you can't keep running away from what you're trying to find
You just can't keep running away from what you're trying to find
@barrycollins9845
Hey party people! When I commented 7 years ago on this post about doing one last show, I didn't think anyone would even notice it since we had been MIA for so long. Here I am, 18 years later from when Time and Time Again was released and it warms our souls still getting messages from you beautiful friends. For anyone wondering, we are all doing well and still great friends. Maybe there will be another show at some point in the next few years when we get the itch and need to scratch it one more time. Thanks to everyone for all of the love. We truly appreciate each and every message. <7 - Barry
@PhoenixJamesYTP
awesome to hear you guys are still doing well. loved the lines in my face album!
@Swigzable
fucking love this song so much
@Voice.of.Voodoo
Timeless song, my kind of art.
@EcMaNiAc
Lines in my face was a true master piece and ahead of its time 👏🏽 . Thanks for creating and sharing that with us! Still jamming out to it this day!
@katedekeyser5966
Glad you’re all doing well! Rewatching one tree hill tonight and was reminded of this song. So nostalgic! This song was a huge 2000s icon for me!
@DrBeauHightower
2004 MVP baseball all the way
@VEHICLEFAN5500
Also Even BURNOUT 3 TAKEDOWN & One Tree Hill
@Lucifer51300
@@VEHICLEFAN5500 We still here good to know
@GingerAle4Life
A classic!