Vocalist Shane Raymond and guitarist Brett Callaway met at Hardin-Simmons University, unaware that their casual encounter would morph into the emergence of one of the most powerful, uplifting groups around. Sonny Vega (bass) and Tim Friesen (drums) complete this talented line-up. Delving into the subject of Christianity as a major influence for their existence, CLOSE YOUR EYES makes it a point not to preach, like many others so often do. In the fall of 2011, the band released Empty Hands and Heavy Hearts, which channeled the impressive momentum that CLOSE YOUR EYES has become notable for. The album couples powerful melodies with inventive hardcore, furthering CLOSE YOUR EYES’ signature dynamic with their catchiest anthems, strongest vocals, and most monstrous guitar riffs to date. “Musically and lyrically, we poured our hearts into this one. The short time span that we had to record really brought the band closer together and allowed everyone to openly express themselves more than ever before,” Raymond commented.
Bringing their vibrant, energizing performances across the country, CLOSE YOUR EYES has certainly marched their way to the forefront of the hardcore elite. Playing major festivals such as Cornerstone and Sonshine, touring with A DAY TO REMEMBER and UNDEROATH, and performing on the SCREAM THE PRAYER TOUR, CLOSE YOUR EYES garners a new group of fans wherever they go. Due to personal reasons, Shane Raymond left CLOSE YOUR EYES in March 2012, leaving the band to fill his spot. With multiple attempts at a new vocalist, the guys were dedicated to finding a singer with the chops both musically and spiritually. They found that in Sam Robinson. CLOSE YOUR EYES announced in 2013 that the singer would be leading the band and set a release date for their next album, Line in the Sand, out October 29th.
Staying true to their musical legacy, the album has everything that made CLOSE YOUR EYES so notable, dynamic melodies blended within a unique take on hardcore. Taking it to the next level, with the addition of Sam, Line is the Sand is expected to be the band’s most powerful album yet. Back in action, the band performed at the 2013 South By So What festival and reminded crowds of their authentic commitment to music and bringing people together.
Just back from their headlining tour in Europe, CLOSE YOUR EYES is hitting the road in the U.S beginning October 23rd. With more passion than ever, the band will prove now more than ever that they have prevailed.
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Skeletons
Close Your Eyes Lyrics
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The lyrics of Close Your Eyes's song "Skeletons" tell a tale of disappointment and betrayal between two people who were once close. The song begins with the singer calling out the other person for turning their back on them. They urge the person to take a look around and see the reality of their current situation. The singer suggests that experience is a harsh but necessary teacher, and that our beliefs shape who we are. They point out that the other person is not the same as they used to be, that they have become a "skeleton" of their former self.
The singer then proclaims that they themselves are not without flaws, but they don't define them. They refuse to be held down by mistakes and past misdeeds, and are determined to keep moving forward. They then turn their attention back to the other person, noting the pedestal that they have built for themselves. The singer suggests that this pedestal has left the other person feeling isolated and alone, and that they have given up on themselves. The singer predicts that this is only the beginning of the other person's downfall.
The song then turns to the chorus, which features the singer expressing their disgust at the other person's actions. They are sickened by the bridges that the other person has burned, and sad to see how everything they once loved has been lost. The song ends with a haunting repetition of the line "you have lost everything", emphasizing the finality of the other person's choices.
Line by Line Meaning
You've turned your back on me!
You have betrayed me and abandoned our relationship.
Take a look around, take in all the sights and sounds.
Observe your surroundings and notice everything that is happening in your life.
Is this how you thought it would be?
Is this the life you imagined for yourself?
Experience is the most brutal of teachers and we are what we believe.
Life lessons can be harsh and shape our beliefs and character.
But you're not even a skeleton of what you used to be.
You have deteriorated and lost the essence of who you once were.
I am not a saint, but I am not my sins. I'm still standing!
I am not perfect, but I acknowledge and learn from my mistakes and they do not define me. I am resilient.
It must be lonely up that on the pedestal you built on a shelf.
You may feel isolated and disconnected from others when you place yourself on a self-made pedestal.
Perhaps the suspicion of fraud enhances the flavor, but you just gave up on yourself.
You may feel like an imposter when pretending to be someone you're not, but ultimately, giving up on your authentic self is a tragic loss.
It’s only the beginning.
Things may be bad now, but there is still potential for growth and change.
When I see your face and see how you've turned, it makes me sick to think of all the bridges you've burned.
Your actions have caused irreversible damage to relationships and it hurts me to witness the aftermath.
And yeah, it hurts me to know you have lost everything that you loved.
I feel sympathy for the pain of your loss and the consequences that resulted from your choices.
A ghost is all that's left. You have lost everything that you loved.
There is nothing tangible remaining of what once brought you joy and fulfillment. You are a mere shadow of your former self.
A ghost is all that's left. You have lost everything that you loved.
There is nothing tangible remaining of what once brought you joy and fulfillment. You are a mere shadow of your former self.
You have lost everything that you loved. A ghost is all that's left. You have lost everything.
Your choices have resulted in the loss of all that brought you happiness and meaning. You are left with nothing but emptiness and regret.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Andrew Rodriguez, Brett Callaway, Jesus Vega, Jordan Hatfield, Robert Valeu, Sam Robinson
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