Face to Face
Dead Sara is an American alternative rock band from Los Angeles, California… Read Full Bio ↴Dead Sara is an American alternative rock band from Los Angeles, California. Formed in 2002, the band currently consists of Emily Armstrong, Siouxsie Medley and Sean Friday. Best known for their single "Weatherman" from their debut eponymous album Dead Sara; they released their second album, Pleasure to Meet You, in 2015. They signed with Atlantic Records in 2017, and released an EP, Temporary Things Taking Up Space in 2018. Armstrong and Medley met through a mutual friend in 2002, at ages 16 and 15 respectively. The pair began writing songs together in 2003, and in 2004 completed their first studio recording with the song "Changes". Their first live performance as a band was in March 2005 at The Mint nightclub in Los Angeles, with Armstrong playing bass. Having briefly gone by the name Epiphany, in mid-2005 they changed their name to Dead Sara as a reference to the Fleetwood Mac song "Sara" and its lyric "...said Sara", which the band misheard as "dead Sara". Both Armstrong and Medley have publicly cited Stevie Nicks, the singer and writer of the song "Sara", as a primary influence. Around this time Medley began styling her first name as "Siouxsie", as a nod to the Sioux Indians tribe and the Native American heritage of one of her great-grandparents (rather than a reference to the musical artist Siouxsie Sioux). In 2007, Dead Sara began their first tour as the opening act for Endless Hallway. They released the six-song EP The Airport Sessions on Viscount Records in 2008. After numerous changes to the drummer and bass player positions, the band’s line-up finally coalesced in 2009 with Sean Friday on drums and Chris Null on bass, both of whom previously played with Sonny Moore (currently known as Skrillex). In 2009 Armstrong was commissioned by Hole frontwoman Courtney Love to sing backing vocals on Love's 2010 album Nobody's Daughter. In 2011, when singer Grace Slick was asked by The Wall Street Journal which contemporary female singers she admires, Slick named Armstrong. In 2010, the band started their own label, Pocket Kid Records, set up as a subsidiary of Interact-TV, Inc. and owned by Armstrong and Medley. In April 2012, the band released their debut eponymous album through the label, Pocket Kid Records, produced by Noah Shain. The album peaked at No. 16 on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart. Soon after, "Weatherman" was used by Fiat in their "Fiat 500 Abarth Burning Up the Desert" advertisement. Dead Sara received the "Best New Rock Group" award at the third annual Vegas Rocks! Magazine Music Awards 2012 on August 26, 2012. They were also nominated for a Radio Contraband Rock Radio Award as Indie Artist of the Year in 2012, and were voted the 98.7 FM 2012 Close to Home Artist of the Year, defeating No Doubt in the final round. "Weatherman" topped the Loudwire "10 Best Rock Songs of 2012" list, beating several major bands including Three Days Grace, Stone Sour, and Deftones. Both Armstrong and Medley were nominated as top ten finalists in the Loudwire 2012 top vocalist and top guitarist awards respectively. Additionally, Armstrong was nominated for the Loudwire 2012 Rock Goddess of the Year award. The band went into the studio at the beginning of 2014 to work on their second album, once again with producer Noah Shain. The record did not see the light of day until the following year due to alleged issues with Epic Records. The band and the label parted ways sometime in 2014. In December 2014, Dead Sara announced that they would be releasing their second album Pleasure to Meet You in March 2015, on their own Pocket Kid Records label. The band also announced they would be using PledgeMusic for those who wanted to pre-order the album. One track, "Suicidal", was given as a free download to all those who pre-ordered the album or bought any of the various memorabilia and other merchandise from the PledgeMusic campaign. The album's release was followed by a short headlining tour. Bassist Chris Null then left the band. In 2015, Dead Sara's cover of Nirvana's "Heart-Shaped Box," recorded for Infamous Second Son, won the award for "Best Song, Original or Adapted" at the National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers (NAVGTR) annual awards program. In another trailer for Infamous: Second Son, their own song "Weatherman" was also used. Dead Sara signed with Atlantic Records in 2017, and announced plans for a new EP. The six-song EP Temporary Things Taking Up Space was released on June 8, 2018.


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Face to Face
Dead Sara Lyrics


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Face to face with the man who says I'm dying
I couldn't plead my case, defend yeah
I'm stuck in the middle trying to figure out where I stand
To all of this, in evidence.

Face to face with the man who says I'm lying
And every other word I say I'll be held against..it.
Leaves me stuck in the middle trying to figure out how I got here
It's little to do with worth and confidence
It's good to see you notice, I'm trying to figure out
Just who I am!

Face to face with the man who says I'm trying
Just a little too hard for love and his affection, yeah
I'm stuck in the middle trying to figure out how this all ends.
As a witness, the accusations, it's time that I confess
It's nice to know you love me, I'm in love with someone else
That's who I am, I'm not in love
That's who I am, I'm not in love
That's who I am, I'm not in love
That's who I am, I'm not in love
Am I dead, am I dead, am I dead to you?
Am I dead, am I dead, am I dead to him?
Am I dead, am I dead, am I dead to you?
Am I dead, am I dead, am I dead to him?
Baby, baby, yeah

I'm not in love, well here I am




I'm not in love, well here I am
I'm not in love, whoa.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dead Sara's song "Face To Face" describe a person who is facing someone who is accusing them of lying, dying, and trying too hard for love and affection. The singer is caught in the middle, trying to figure out where they stand and how they got there. Every word they say is held against them, and they feel stuck and unsure of who they are. The accusations are piling up, and the singer knows it's time to confess the truth. They reveal that they are in love with someone else, and not the person who is accusing them. The repetition of "I'm not in love" at the end of the song reinforces the idea that the singer is trying to come to terms with their feelings while facing the consequences of their actions.


The song has a raw emotional quality that resonates with listeners. The lyrics describe a person who is struggling with their identity and trying to navigate complex relationships. The repetition of phrases like "Face to face" and "I'm not in love" create a powerful sense of tension and vulnerability. The song's haunting melody and powerful vocals add to the emotional impact of the lyrics.


Line by Line Meaning

Face to face with the man who says I'm dying
Confronted by someone who believes I am at the end of my life.


I couldn't plead my case, defend yeah
Unable to defend myself and explain my situation.


I'm stuck in the middle trying to figure out where I stand
Feeling confused and unsure about my position in this situation.


To all of this, in evidence.
All the facts and evidence are against me.


Face to face with the man who says I'm lying
Confronted by someone who accuses me of being dishonest.


And every other word I say I'll be held against..it.
Aware that anything I say will be used against me in this situation.


Leaves me stuck in the middle trying to figure out how I got here
Feeling trapped and unsure about how I ended up in this situation.


It's little to do with worth and confidence
This situation has little to do with my self-worth or confidence.


It's good to see you notice, I'm trying to figure out
Appreciating that someone recognizes that I am trying to understand what’s going on.


Just who I am!
Trying to figure out my identity in this situation.


Face to face with the man who says I'm trying
Confronted by someone who thinks I am trying too hard to achieve something.


Just a little too hard for love and his affection, yeah
Trying too hard to earn someone’s love and affection.


I'm stuck in the middle trying to figure out how this all ends.
Feeling helpless and unsure about how this situation will conclude.


As a witness, the accusations, it's time that I confess
As someone who witnessed the events, it is time for me to confess the truth.


It's nice to know you love me, I'm in love with someone else
Although it is flattering that someone loves me, I am in love with someone else.


That's who I am, I'm not in love
My true identity revolves around the fact that I am not in love.


Am I dead, am I dead, am I dead to you?
Questioning if I am still important or valuable to someone.


Am I dead, am I dead, am I dead to him?
Questioning if I am still important or valuable to the person I love.


Baby, baby, yeah
A repetitive expression used to convey emotions, such as surprise or longing.


I'm not in love, well here I am
Emphasizing that I am not in love and that's who I am.


I'm not in love, whoa.
Reasserting that I am not in love.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Marianna Kappa

Face to face with the man who says I'm dying
I couldn't plead my case, defend yeah
I'm stuck in the middle trying to figure out where I stand
To all of this, in evidence.

Face to face with the man who says I'm lying
And every other word I say I'll be held against..it.
Leaves me stuck in the middle trying to figure out how I got here
It's little to do with worth and confidence
It's good to see you notice, I'm trying to figure out
Just who I am!

Face to face with the man who says I'm trying
Just a little too hard for love and his affection, yeah
I'm stuck in the middle trying to figure out how this all ends.
As a witness, the accusations, it's time that I confess
It's nice to know you love me, I'm in love with someone else
That's who I am, I'm not in love
That's who I am, I'm not in love
That's who I am, I'm not in love
That's who I am, I'm not in love
Am I dead, am I dead to you?
Am I dead, am I dead to him?
Am I dead, am I dead to you?
Am I dead, am I dead, am I dead to him?
Baby, baby, yeah

I'm not in love, well here I am
I'm not in love, well here I am
I'm not in love, whoa
I'm barely hanging on.



All comments from YouTube:

Kieran Harris

"baby baby baby..." wow. Just wow. Can't beat listening to this song in your own little world with headphones on. Truly amazing.

Jessica Enrica

I'll never understand how they can be just SO talented . This Album is amazing, and their live performances are even better.

Juanan

I didnt think it was possible to actually be in love with a voice... until I heard Emily Armstrong.

drummerboy231434

the bassline is the definition of feel good.

A G

The bass in all of Dead Sara's music is the definition of feel good.

Rescopp

Som incrivel, e a vocalista canta muito.

Marianna Kappa

Face to face with the man who says I'm dying
I couldn't plead my case, defend yeah
I'm stuck in the middle trying to figure out where I stand
To all of this, in evidence.

Face to face with the man who says I'm lying
And every other word I say I'll be held against..it.
Leaves me stuck in the middle trying to figure out how I got here
It's little to do with worth and confidence
It's good to see you notice, I'm trying to figure out
Just who I am!

Face to face with the man who says I'm trying
Just a little too hard for love and his affection, yeah
I'm stuck in the middle trying to figure out how this all ends.
As a witness, the accusations, it's time that I confess
It's nice to know you love me, I'm in love with someone else
That's who I am, I'm not in love
That's who I am, I'm not in love
That's who I am, I'm not in love
That's who I am, I'm not in love
Am I dead, am I dead to you?
Am I dead, am I dead to him?
Am I dead, am I dead to you?
Am I dead, am I dead, am I dead to him?
Baby, baby, yeah

I'm not in love, well here I am
I'm not in love, well here I am
I'm not in love, whoa
I'm barely hanging on.

Jessica E

They're amazing live:) put a great show

Jimmy Bean

If Janis were alive and in her 20's in 2014, I'd bet she'd sound like this! Awesome song!!! Awesome band!!

Walt Long

She has vocals like no other her voice is incredible.

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