Joel Marquard (guitarist and keyboardist) and Ian Metzger (lead vocals and acoustic) started playing together in roughly 2002. Marquard convinced Metzger that they needed to start a band, but Ian was reluctant due to a somewhat negative experience with the Christian band called Justifide he co-founded in 1999. He finally gave in and Marquard quickly found PJ Waxman, who initially, started out playing drums for the band until they realized what a talented guitar player he was. PJ is also known for voicing the character of "Plucky", which is Ducky's little sister in the animated film "The Land Before Time", though it didn't make it into the film officially. Despite the film's success, PJ felt his calling was in music. Once PJ took the role of guitarist, DATH were still left without a drummer and bass player. They tried out several people but nothing worked. Joel received a phone call from an old friend and former band mate named Chuckie Duff who played bass and had recently bought some recording equipment that he wanted to try out. So that next day he came over and recorded three songs (Sweet Talk, Daysleeper, Run in the Front.) The songs were successful but Ian was burnt out on trying to find people for the band, and determined to move to California. Duff kept listening to the demo and fell more and more in love. He was determined to not let them give up. He called Marquard and offered to play bass and promised him they'd find a drummer. Ian decided to give it a shot. Duff was right and Marquard found drummer Mark Kulvinskas through an ad on Craigslist. So Joel, PJ, Duff and Mark practiced the songs with Ian still in California, and got them down. Chuckie booked a show at Borders Bookstores and flew Ian down. He met the drummer, they practiced with Ian and played that night. Several more shows were played like this and Ian decided to move back. The decision was made to make an album famed Arizona record producer, songwriter of The Go Reflex and former keyboardist of The Ataris, Bob Hoag. Near the album's completion, the band started talking to, and eventually signing a contract with the popular indie label, Equal Vision Records. Small Steps, Heavy Hooves was critically acclaimed, and the band grew to a much higher status through endless touring with major label bands such as Jimmy Eat World, Paramore, The Plain White T's, and Motion City Soundtrack. Marquard left the band in September 2007 due to the heavy touring schedule and Robert Cissell was an obvious choice to replace him. They completed several more laps around the country and recorded Drunk Like Bible Times in early 2008. In September 2009, bassist Chuck Duffie left the group in order to "focus on graduate school and his studio." He was replaced by Patrick Taylor in January 2010. Unfortunately the band decided to part ways in July of 2011 to pursue separate ambitions.
Now It's Over
Dear and the Headlights Lyrics
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Staggering aimless on a ribbon pulled for miles
Too many states, to many animalistic neon blinking days
Blurred into shades that quote the terror of your eyes rolling in place
And all you really want is to see straight
Cut your losses love
There ain't no one who understands what you're thinking of
No one
Automatic, dull and marred
Then pulled apart so you know now that you really are
No one
And Life is just lonely
Now you're not sure, whether it's coming or just going
Completely unnerved, and they're clamping fetters on your time
Too many plurals, too many amputated feelings you can't reattach with words
So they infer, distorting meaning in your lines
It's all absurd and you don't really have any answers
Cut your losses love
There ain't no one who understands what you're thinking of
No one
And life is just lonely
Automatic, dull and marred
Then pulled apart and you know now that you really are
No one
And life is just lonely
Transient schemes, thread bare scenes, and still no wherewithal
Nicotine walks, nervous talks, constantly trading palms
Oh supply and demand
And yes you really are no one
And life is just lonely
Cut your losses love
There ain't no one who understands what you're thinking of
No one
And life is just lonely
In "Now It's Over" by Dear and the Headlights, the lyrics describe a sense of aimlessness and isolation. It tells the story of someone who feels overwhelmed by the different experiences and emotions they are going through, trying to find some sense of direction in a world that is fast-moving and confusing. The opening phrase, "So many ways, but you don't ever see 'em coming", sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is trying to navigate through life, but is struggling to keep up with the rapidly changing situations around them. They feel lost and confused, unable to find anyone who understands what they are going through.
The chorus of the song, "Cut your losses love, there ain't no one who understands what you're thinking of, no one, and life is just lonely", beautifully conveys the sense of isolation and loneliness that the singer is feeling. The line "cut your losses" suggests that the singer is giving up on trying to find someone who understands them. They have come to the realization that it's a futile effort and instead, accept their loneliness as a part of life.
The lyrics of "Now It's Over" are raw and honest, describing the complex emotions of someone who is feeling lost in the world. The song captures the universal feelings of isolation, loneliness, and confusion that many people experience in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
So many ways, but you don't ever see 'em coming
There are multiple paths to take in life, but you are unable to recognize them.
Staggering aimless on a ribbon pulled for miles
Your journey through life feels directionless and never-ending.
Too many states, to many animalistic neon blinking days
There are too many different places and wild experiences that you have encountered.
Blurred into shades that quote the terror of your eyes rolling in place
Your memories have melted together and bring back the fear that you felt in those moments.
And all you really want is to see straight
You desire clarity and to make sense of everything in your life.
Cut your losses love
Accept your failures and move on from them in order to grow.
There ain't no one who understands what you're thinking of
Nobody is able to truly comprehend the thoughts and emotions that you have been experiencing.
No one
You feel completely alone and isolated.
And life is just lonely
Your existence feels empty and devoid of connection.
Automatic, dull and marred
Every day feels meaningless, repetitive, and flawed.
Then pulled apart so you know now that you really are
Your life has crumbled, revealing your true identity as someone who is lost and alone.
Now you're not sure, whether it's coming or just going
You are uncertain about whether your life is progressing or regressing.
Completely unnerved, and they're clamping fetters on your time
Your anxiety and discomfort are growing as you feel as though time is slipping away from you.
Too many plurals, too many amputated feelings you can't reattach with words
You have had too many experiences and emotions that cannot be expressed with language.
So they infer, distorting meaning in your lines
Others attempt to understand your words, but are unable to truly comprehend what you are expressing.
It's all absurd and you don't really have any answers
Everything in life feels nonsensical, and you are unable to find any solutions or explanations.
Transient schemes, thread bare scenes, and still no wherewithal
Everything around you is temporary and worn out, and you feel powerless to affect any change.
Nicotine walks, nervous talks, constantly trading palms
You are restless and unable to find any sense of calm in your interactions with others.
Oh supply and demand
Life seems to be dictated by impersonal market-like forces.
And yes you really are no one
You feel as though you are nobody in particular and that your existence lacks significance.
Cut your losses love
Again, you must accept and let go of past failures in order to keep moving forward.
There ain't no one who understands what you're thinking of
Once more emphasizing the sense of isolation and disconnect you feel from others.
No one
You still feel alone and unsupported by those around you.
And life is just lonely
The song concludes with the bleak realization that life feels devoid of any joy or meaningful connection.
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rille!
probably my favorite dath song?