Formed in 2005, Dead Letter Circus released one self-titled EP in 2007. They have performed at festivals such as The Big Day Out, The Come Together Music Festival in Sydney and The Over-Cranked Music Festival in Brisbane. They have performed with a number of bands, some of these include Tool, Cog, Karnivool, The Butterfly Effect, Chevelle and Helmet. They also tour Australia extensively on their own headline tours. On the 1st of November, 2008, they released a second EP/single, entitled Next In Line. Next In Line featured three tracks, two of which were included on the band's debut studio album This Is the Warning in 2010. The band have released four singles from the album; "The Space on the Wall", "Big", "One Step" and "Cage". This Is the Warning has gained the band national and international acclaim.
During 2012 Rob Maric announced that he was leaving the band for personal reasons.
August 9, 2013 saw the release of the band's second album The Catalyst Fire.
Members:
Kim Benzie – Vocals
Clint Vincent – Guitar
Stewart Hill - Bass
Luke Williams - Drums
Tom Skerlj - Guitar, keyboard and percussion
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One Step
Dead Letter Circus Lyrics
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I hate what I've become now
I hate that we compromised
Just to grow closer
Say that you're gonna go
See I can't take it anymore
I just can't find a way
I won't lie
One step away from here
and just a moment to go
Is it ok if I close my eyes
As we go further
I want escape from the compromise
As we come closer
Say that you're gonna go
See I can't take it anymore
This is my escape
One more lie
One step away from here
and just a moment to go
It's just a moment
One step away...
Just can't find a way
The lyrics to Dead Letter Circus's song One Step describe a relationship that has become strained due to the compromises made to become closer. The singer expresses contempt for the person they've become now that they're in this relationship and the sacrifices they've made. They're looking for a way out but can't seem to escape the cycle they've found themselves in. The repetition of the phrase "one step away from here" suggests that the singer is on the brink of walking away from this toxic relationship, but there's still something holding them back. The lyrics also highlight the importance of honesty, as the singer acknowledges the lies they've told in order to keep the relationship intact. The final line of the song, "just can't find a way," suggests that they're stuck in this complicated situation and don't know how to move forward.
Overall, the song portrays the pain and frustration that comes with being in a relationship that isn't working out. It addresses the difficult decisions we have to make when faced with a situation that seems impossible to escape from. One Step is a powerful and relatable track that speaks to the complexity of human relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I hate when you come around
I dislike your presence and how it affects me
I hate what I've become now
I am unhappy with who I have turned into in relation to you
I hate that we compromised
I dislike that we had to give up important aspects of ourselves for each other
Just to grow closer
We made those compromises in order to strengthen our relationship
Say that you're gonna go
I want you to leave
See I can't take it anymore
I am at my limit of dealing with this situation
I just can't find a way
I am struggling to find a solution or escape
I won't lie
I am being truthful in expressing my feelings
One step away from here
It only takes a small action to change my current situation
and just a moment to go
I am close to making that change
Is it ok if I close my eyes
I need to disconnect and block out the present situation
As we go further
The more we engage in this, the worse it will get
I want escape from the compromise
I desire freedom from the constraints of our compromises
As we come closer
Our closeness intensifies the negative impact of the compromises
This is my escape
I am making a decision to break away from this situation
One more lie
I am telling one final untruth before I make my move
It's just a moment
This instance is fleeting
One step away...
I am on the brink of making that change
Just can't find a way
I am still struggling to find a solution or escape
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sentric Music
Written by: FORRESTER SAVELL, KIMBERLEY KENNETH BENZIE, LUKE WILLIAMS, ROBERT MARIC, STEWART ALEXANDER HILL
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@andrewblake9484
such an underrated band. these guys deserve world renown
@andrewblake9484
@@ArseniusFadaka seen them live multiple times and man do they deliver. one of the only bands that are better live
@patrickneve811
One of the best singers in the game. Great band.
@Onedarknight
I've seen these guys twice in the states. First time was awesome, second time was amazing. One extremely talented band...
@GibsonGuy0707
Just found this band about a week ago and now have their whole album collection.
@chaysetajip6835
I came back to this band about 10 years later makes me realise I wasnt ready to listen then as I am now
@MrZuSein
Wow, this is one of the best songs I've heard in awhile
@kylekaotikk
I seriously love Dead Letter Circus so much. They are amazing live, I love you guys.
@92Pochy
for years I tried to remember the name of this band, until I succeed, and I enjoy it again, I hope I can feel something new from them.
@saltystrawberries
Always coming back to this banger of a song!