1) An five piece Alternat… Read Full Bio ↴Several artists are known under this name:
1) An five piece Alternative rock band from the Southeast Michigan/ Northwest Ohio area. The band consists of three permanent members: Mat Kerekes (vocals), Nick Hamm (guitars) & Eric Hamm (bass). They are currently signed to Run For Cover Records (http://facebook.com/citizentheband) (http://citizenmi.bandcamp.com/)
2) A brocore band from Denver, Colorado. Loud, fast, douchey and rather boring to say the least. (http://citizenhardcore.bandcamp.com)
3) A hardstyle duo, consisting of Cristiano Giusberti (technoboy), Riccardo Tesini;
4) A US guerilla extremist grindcore band (which features members of Exhumed and Cretin);
5) A fastcore band from the Sunshine Coast, Australia;
6) A progressive psy-trance project;
7) An underground house/techno/uk bass producer from London (real name Claudio Lillo);
8) A short-lived and unfortunately unsigned post-punk/britpop group from east London active throughout the 1990s and during some time in 2006.
Speaking With a Ghost
Citizen Lyrics
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When every day is different in Michigan
You never know
It's been a while since you've called
I'm speaking with a ghost and I'm wondering
How you're making out
And I went and spent that week trying to find you out
And I went and spent those nights driving by myself
Every night it feels the same
Overnight I fell apart
I use to wonder where you've been, or where you were
I threw my face against the wall
So I won't wonder where you've been
Or where you are, and how you're making out
And I went and spent that week trying to find you out
Every night it feels the same
And I went and spent those nights driving by myself
Every night it feels the same
The song "Speaking With a Ghost" by Citizen is a melancholic ballad that explores themes of loneliness, heartbreak, and longing for a lost love. The lyrics describe the singer's emotional state after a breakup, as they struggle to come to terms with the fact that their relationship is over, and they are left with only memories of their former lover.
The first verse sets the scene by describing the cold, unpredictable weather in Michigan, which serves as a metaphor for the emotional volatility of the singer's situation. They reflect on the fact that they haven't spoken to their ex in a while, and that they are now "speaking with a ghost" - a haunting memory of a person who is no longer present in their life. The second verse deepens the sense of despair, as the singer admits to driving around aimlessly at night, trying to find a way to connect with the past and make sense of their feelings.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of resignation and sadness that pervades every line. The chorus repeats the same lyrics twice, emphasizing the feeling of being stuck in a never-ending cycle of pain and memory. The bridge adds a touch of vulnerability, as the singer admits to falling apart and hurting themselves in an attempt to suppress their longing for their lost love.
Overall, "Speaking With a Ghost" is a meditation on heartbreak and the difficulty of letting go. It captures the raw emotions of a person who is struggling to move on from a past relationship, and it does so with honesty and sincerity.
Line by Line Meaning
Overnight it's getting cold
Suddenly, the temperature has dropped significantly
When every day is different in Michigan
The weather in Michigan is unpredictable and always changing
You never know
One can never be completely certain or sure in this situation
It's been a while since you've called
You haven't contacted me in a considerable amount of time
I'm speaking with a ghost and I'm wondering
I feel like I'm talking to someone who is no longer here and I'm curious
How you're making out
I'm concerned about your current circumstances and wellbeing
And I went and spent that week trying to find you out
I spent an entire week attempting to discover more about your whereabouts or situation
Every night it feels the same
Each evening is monotonous and repetitive
And I went and spent those nights driving by myself
I spent those nights alone, driving aimlessly in an attempt to distract myself
Overnight I fell apart
In a very short amount of time, I completely broke down
I use to wonder where you've been, or where you were
I often used to contemplate your location or whereabouts
I threw my face against the wall
I violently expressed my frustration and anger towards the situation
So I won't wonder where you've been
I did this in order to stop myself from worrying about your location or situation
Or where you are, and how you're making out
I also wanted to stop myself from wondering about your current circumstances or wellbeing
Contributed by Sophie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@marctovar8581
Overnight it's getting cold,
When every day is different in Michigan,
You never know.
It's been a while since you've called.
I'm speaking with a ghost and I'm wondering
How you're making out.
And I went and spent that week trying to find you out.
Every night it feels the same.
And I went and spent those nights driving by myself.
Every night it feels the same.
Overnight I fell apart,
I use to wonder where you've been, or where you were.
I threw my face against the wall
So I won't wonder where you've been,
Or where you are, and how you're making out.
And I went and spent that week trying to find you out.
Every night it feels the same.
And I went and spent those nights driving by myself.
Every night it feels the same
@runforcovertube
Citizen's new album 'As You Please' is out 10/6. Listen to "Jet", the first song on the album right here. https://youtu.be/RqIByGY5Ziw
@javierchapa8414
We qqq
@dmitrishostakovich5209
One of the best songs I've heard in a while, shame I avoided this album for years.
@Ethan-jh4gj
Can't believe this isn't more popular ):
@TheArcticGiantWalks
We’re safe from the TickTock kids here believe me they could not handle the amount of emotion this album gives out
@rustysarkela7754
Some of the best music is relatively unknown and this band is amazing but this band actually has millions of views on their full album
@bluecat.
Gatekeep shhh
@MrDocNotloc
Favorite song off this album.
@marctovar8581
Overnight it's getting cold,
When every day is different in Michigan,
You never know.
It's been a while since you've called.
I'm speaking with a ghost and I'm wondering
How you're making out.
And I went and spent that week trying to find you out.
Every night it feels the same.
And I went and spent those nights driving by myself.
Every night it feels the same.
Overnight I fell apart,
I use to wonder where you've been, or where you were.
I threw my face against the wall
So I won't wonder where you've been,
Or where you are, and how you're making out.
And I went and spent that week trying to find you out.
Every night it feels the same.
And I went and spent those nights driving by myself.
Every night it feels the same
@TheArcticGiantWalks
This album got me through some tough shit through the out the past 10 years. Love this band and this album. Showing my 3 year old son this and he loves it ❤. Youth 4 ever