Before the group had a full line up, Martinez was contacted by phone by Sumerian Records. Former ex band member of Covette, Jordan Wooley (bass), had joined the duo Summer 2012. The band released a video titled 'The Beginning' discussing how the band first formed.
Tyler Shippy (guitar) was welcomed into the band on February 27, 2014. however, the band announced the departures of Shippy in February 2015 and Martinez in July 2015 on Facebook citing personal and creative differences.
On July 5, 2016 the band left Sumerian Records and signed to Spinefarm Records to release their second album, Nexus, which was released on October 7, 2016. This news was followed by the first single from the album, "Carsick", along with the announcement that Zack Baker was the new drummer replacing Martinez.
Zack Baker left the band in 2018, and went on to tour with the post-hardcore outfit Slaves before becoming a permanent member of the band. Tyler Shippy returned to the band as bassist.
Their debut self-titled was released on October 15, 2013. The band's second album, Nexus, was released on October 7, 2016. The band released their third album called Mr. Pain on October 29, 2019.
Spellbound
Dayshell Lyrics
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Abuse me, kick me to the floor
Cut me up, make me crawl to your feet
You know I need this, you know I need this
Stop playing dumb!
You know you want this, shut the fuck up
Stop playing dumb!
Stop playing dumb!
You cast your spell on me
I, I smell desire
You, you come to me
I haven't had enough!
You know you want this, shut the fuck up
Stop playing dumb!
You know you want this, shut the fuck up
Stop playing...
You cast your spell on me
You cast your spell on me
How can you cast your spell on me?
We long for all time
Fu*k me!
You cast your spell on me
You cast your spell on me
The lyrics of Dayshell's song Spellbound depict a toxic and abusive relationship. The singer seems to be stuck in a cycle of abuse, where no matter how badly he's treated, he keeps coming back for more. The opening lines of the song, "Punch me, I feel nothing, Abuse me, kick me to the floor" set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, which are full of violent and aggressive imagery.
Despite the abuse, the singer is still drawn to his partner and feels like he's under their spell. He acknowledges that he's being manipulated, but he can't help himself. The line "cut me up, make me crawl to your feet" is particularly chilling, as it shows just how much power the partner has in the relationship. The chorus of the song is a plea from the singer to his partner to stop pretending like they don't know what's going on and just admit that they want him.
The phrase "you cast your spell on me" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the idea of being under someone's control. The final line, "you cast your spell on me, we long for all time" is a sad statement about how difficult it is to break free from an abusive relationship, even when you know it's bad for you.
Line by Line Meaning
Punch me, I feel nothing
I am numb to physical pain and abuse
Abuse me, kick me to the floor
You can treat me however you want, I will endure it
Cut me up, make me crawl to your feet
I am willing to be humiliated and degraded just to please you
You know I need this, you know I need this
I am dependent on your validation and attention
Stop playing dumb!
Don't pretend like you don't know what I want
You know you want this, shut the fuck up
You also desire this, so stop acting like you don't
You cast your spell on me
You have an irresistible hold on me
I, I smell desire
I can sense the intense longing between us
You, you come to me
You are drawn to me just as I am drawn to you
I haven't had enough!
I crave more of the physical and emotional connection we share
How can you cast your spell on me?
I am in awe of the power you have over me
We long for all time
Our connection is eternal and timeless
Fu*k me!
An explicit demand for physical intimacy
Writer(s): Shayley Dayshell Bourget
Contributed by Declan A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MrAoiTodo
Okay, okay...this one is incredible.
I've always loved the versatility you guys demonstrate from one song to the next.
THERE I WAS, IN THE LAND OF TLDR...
I was trying to focus on paying bills while listening to Spotify's "Release Radar," and this masterpiece came on.
I immediately dropped trou to provide clearance for the inevitable bulge that was sure to follow.
After the track, I put away my noose.
When I finished cleaning my keyboard,
I began to search for an appropriate place to spread the gospel of Dayshell.
It was then that it hit me.
YouTube!
It was here our young hero discovered the video Shayley uploaded.
...I guess that's fate.
Sometimes you just gotta pull a Funky Spiderman and spank that monkey like you're a witch on trial, man.
@reighn401
The Roc Nation Stands United Under the Nero Banner of the Metal Family!!!!
ALL EYES WILL SEE MY PAIN IN 20 20
-JayJay the Mad 😻🐧
WILL BE REBORN
- JayJay the Redeemed 😻🐧
Because of the PURE SPIRITS WHO HELPED CARRY MY!!!!!!! BURDEN INVOKED UPON ME!!! AND COUNTLESS UNHEARD SOULS!!!!
@NikNocturnal
DAMN didn't expect it to go that hard. Keep killing it my dudes!
@itsyaboicory5029
Vocals are hard as fuck, and it absolutely djents. I look forward to more
@Engineer_Heathen
Didn't know you were a dayshell fan. Maybe cover one of his newer songs to get the band more exposure?
@BulletProofBacon
Cover it or something!
@clydelancaster2567
Cover this!
@caterax4510
Cover this song
@tylervalleskey1255
Shayley!! Never stop making music!! U are a genius and my idol!! You cannot disappoint!
@chrisantonio3553
Major fact!!
@thelastdaybreathinginetern1385
Tyler Valleskey a accurate comment.
@Z3R0810
Agreed!