They cut… Read Full Bio ↴Together, Chris Holland and Tim Commandeur make Colour Coding.
They cut their musical teeth in Gold Coast pop band Operator Please,
and now, these two cousins have embarked on their own musical
venture.
With both now living in Sydney, they were able to write
consistently throughout the back half of 2011.
Their self produced debut EP entitled 'Proof' was recorded at the Hurley
studios in September and they have released the first of the 5 tracks, 'Perfect".
They are currently putting together a live show and their EP is expected early 2012.
Had It All
Colour Coding Lyrics
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We're so far apart
I don't need you.
I walk home to think through,
I start from the heart but it won't do.
I can't lie,
I need this,
It keeps me afloat
I'll leave you, believe me- I won't miss.
I'm done with delusion,
Keep them away keep on moving.
You're swamped in confusion,
It's simple enough you are losing.
I can't lie,
I'm broken,
I need some more time til I find my direction.
It's done now, it's over, it's spoken.
You could have had it all,
But you messed it up.
The lyrics of Colour Coding's "Had It All" express a sense of detachment and disillusionment between two individuals who were once close. The singer reflects on the distance between them, acknowledging that they are too far apart for any kind of argument or reconciliation. The singer then reveals that they do not need the other person, and instead, finds solace in their own thoughts and desires. They crave affection but give up on the possibility of receiving it from this individual. The singer acknowledges that they are broken and need time to find their direction, but they are resolute in their decision to move on. The chorus serves as a reminder and a warning that the other person had a chance to have everything, but they ruined it through their confusion and hesitance.
The song touches upon themes of lost love, longing, and the desire to be loved. The displacement between the characters conveys a sense of sadness and loneliness, with both parties seemingly unable to communicate or come to an understanding. The singer, though feeling broken, is also self-aware and introspective, recognizing their own needs and desires. The lyrics are straightforward and honest, delivering a message of moving on and leaving the past behind.
Line by Line Meaning
I won't seek to argue,
I won't try to argue with you about what has happened.
We're so far apart
Our thoughts and feelings don't match, and we are distant from each other.
I don't need you.
I don't need your presence or your support anymore.
I walk home to think through,
I walk back to my place to ponder upon the situation with some calmness.
I start from the heart but it won't do.
My emotions guide me, but it's not enough to solve things.
I can't lie,
I cannot deny the truth or hide anything anymore.
I need this,
I need this change, this independence, and this freedom.
It keeps me afloat
This situation helps me survive, sustains me or lifts me up during hard times.
And I crave the affection.
I long for love and affection, but I won't settle for less than what I deserve.
I'll leave you, believe me- I won't miss.
I'm telling you the truth; I'm leaving you, and I won't miss you or regret it.
I'm done with delusion,
I'm fed up with living in a false world, imagining something that doesn't exist.
Keep them away keep on moving.
Stay away from those people, things or situations that don't serve me or hinder my progress.
You're swamped in confusion,
You're drowning in confusion and chaos, and you don't know what to do.
It's simple enough you are losing.
The solution is straightforward, but you are failing to figure it out or apply it.
I can't lie,
I'm telling you the truth and being honest with myself.
I'm broken,
I'm feeling hurt, shattered or dysfunctional.
I need some more time til I find my direction.
I need some more time to figure out where I want to go and what I want to do next.
It's done now, it's over, it's spoken.
It's final; I've made up my mind; I've spoken the truth, and I won't change it.
You could have had it all,
You had the chance to have everything you wanted.
But you messed it up.
But you made mistakes, took the wrong turns, and ruined what could have been a beautiful thing.
Contributed by Kylie J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@selenapacheco1009
This band is amazing. Ever since I heard their song perfect I was hooked. One of my top fave bands hands down.
@effystonumerrr
you guys look so young! It's hard to imagine you guys wrote all these wonderful lyrics! I am inlove with your songs.. how i wish i can come to Wonderland 2013, I know I'll lose all my voice screaming for you!
@davidgraham3306
I fell deeply in love with a Vietnamese woman. I as on 1,4 Butanediol the whole time. It made me feel for real. This song was one of the soundtracks of our relationships. Each time I ended up in the ER I thought of this. Now that she's dead and I have cancer this song still gets me up every morning.
@1100110010012
Added to favorites :) Keep up the good work
@Sobasedswag7
This is like super good. You guys should be huge!!
@sh0wBIZZ
Love it, really great track guys
@TheMoisex100
Saludos desde Perú! Regards from Perú! Love this song!
@isabeljiao3514
AMAZING
@albezabarrera488
Brilliant songs you guys. Greetings from South Texas! (^.^) Keep up the outstanding work!
@insomnia8689
Sweet...!!!