From there, they released their first CD as a signed band titled "Never Be Taken Alive." The twelve, almost annoyingly catchy songs, became constantly played by both new and old fans alike. However, those who have ever seen them live know that you have not truly experienced Count the Stars until you have seen them in concert. As a result, they worked hard traveling non stop for months across the country on the Vans Warped Tour and with bands such as Taking Back Sunday, The Early November, Fall Out Boy, and more.
However, their touring came to an abrupt stop when they were in a van accident in September 2003. Still holding on to their strong hard working ethics, they tried to heal their physical, mental, and monetary wounds quickly so they could continue touring and meeting new and old friends. To their fans' delight, they got back up on their feet and embarked on a full US tour in November. Unfortunetly, they may have jumped the gun. To the shock of their fans, they broke up suddenly on November 30, 2003 in the middle of their tour with The Early November, Copeland, and Hidden in Plain View. While many speculated what caused the break up, the band made it clear that they would cease from pointing fingers or giving out specific details. Still, many fans hold on to the fond memories they shared with the four young musicians and the music they created.
Currently, Clarke Foley and Adam Manning are working together in the band Action Action.
Clarke and Chris have started a project called the Breathing Club. http://www.myspace.com/thebreathingclub
Better ways
Count The Stars Lyrics
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Now sharpen your teeth and bite my pride
Whatever it takes, no I won't mind
No I won't mind without you
No she said, I can't work this hard for you
No she said, I can't work this hard for you
You showed me everyday, all of the better ways
Of living everyday, it's true You took it all away, all of the better ways
Of living everyday, it's true
I suck it up, it's like dying again
You fought with the words you held in your hand
Stop wasting away, the better ways
Stop wasting away without you
With life in motion, this emotion is real
With life in motion, pure emotion is real
The song "Better Ways" by Count The Stars is an intense and emotional song about the ups and downs of a romantic relationship. The opening lines of the song, "Whatever it takes, to make you mine. Now sharpen your teeth and bite my pride," suggest a sense of desperation and a willingness to do whatever it takes to win over the person they're singing about. The use of the imagery of sharpening teeth and biting pride conveys a sense of aggression and a willingness to fight for what they want, even if it means hurting themselves in the process.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the relationship is struggling, with the other person expressing doubts and reservations about the level of effort being put in. The lines "No she said, I can't work this hard for you" are particularly poignant, conveying a sense of frustration and exhaustion on the part of the other person. Despite this, the singer is still holding on, insisting that they "won't mind without you" and begging for the other person to stay.
The chorus of the song provides a ray of hope, however, with the singer acknowledging that the other person has shown them "all of the better ways of living everyday." This suggests that despite the struggles, there have been moments of happiness and growth in the relationship. The final lines of the song, "With life in motion, this emotion is real," suggest that despite the difficulties, the emotions being felt are genuine and powerful.
Overall, the lyrics of "Better Ways" are raw and emotional, exploring the complexities of a relationship that is both intense and troubled.
Line by Line Meaning
Whatever it takes, to make you mine
I am willing to do whatever it takes to be with you.
Now sharpen your teeth and bite my pride
I am willing to accept any criticism you have for me.
Whatever it takes, no I won't mind
I am willing to take any action to be with you, regardless of how difficult it is.
No I won't mind without you
I cannot imagine living without you.
No she said, I can't work this hard for you
She cannot put in any more effort in the relationship.
You showed me everyday, all of the better ways
Of living everyday, it's true
You taught me how to live life to the fullest, every day.
You took it all away, all of the better ways
Of living everyday, it's true
You left me and took away the positive outlook on life which you taught me.
I suck it up, it's like dying again
I am trying to cope with the pain and loss of losing you.
You fought with the words you held in your hand
You argued with me with the intention of hurting me.
Stop wasting away, the better ways
Stop wasting away without you
I need to stop wallowing in sadness and regain the positive outlook you taught me, even without you.
With life in motion, this emotion is real
With life in motion, pure emotion is real
Emotions are real and intense when life is moving forward at a fast pace.
Contributed by Alexander M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Star_134
They didnt notice you were crying
They didnt notice you were sad
They didnt notice you were tired
They didnt notice you were alone.
They didnt notice how attractive you were.
They didnt notice how sweet you actually are.
They didnt notice how you actually try to make other people smile.
They did notice your failing grades
They did notice your unattractive
They did notice the mean side of you
They did notice all of your mistakes
They did notice all of your flaws
They did notice that you weren't good enough for them.
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