Default were initially discovered by Chad Kroeger of Nickelback. Impressed by the band, Kroeger aided Default wherever possible by taking them on tours, co-writing songs, and producing material. Default have since progressively distanced themselves from Kroeger's influence over the years.
Default's hit single "Deny" was featured in the 2003 iteration of EA Sports' NHL video game series which help them gain even further exposure. Having already amassed an adequate fan base and frequent radio airplay in their native Canada, they managed to gain popularity in the United States for their hit singles "Wasting My Time" and "Deny" from their first album The Fallout. Default's first and second albums were produced with the help of Chad Kroeger, who would later reduce his involvement by only co-writing one song for their third album "One Thing Remains". Despite the significant success of the singles from The Fallout, Their follow-up albums Elocation and One Thing Remains failed to gain the same amount of popularity and radio airplay in the United States as their debut. Elocation was mostly successful for their hit single "(Taking My) Life Away" which was played extensively on the radio and television in Canada. Their second single from "Elocation" was "Throw It All Away", which was then followed by "All She Wrote". The single "Count On Me" from their third album One Thing Remains was a hit on Canadian radio before the album was even released. The Band also had their song "The Memory Will Never Die" featured on WWE's Wrestlemania.
Default's fourth album, which was originally planned to be released in 2007, had suffered significant delays and setbacks due to issues with their record label TVT, which eventually went bankrupt and was sold to an independent label known as The Orchard. Back on a new label, Default's fourth album "Comes and Goes" to be released in September 2009 via EMI Canada Records, with the first single being "All Over Me".
Line-up
Vocalist: Dallas Smith
Guitar: Jeremy Hora
Bass Guitar: Dave Benedict
Drums: Danny Craig
Discography
2001: The Fallout
2003: Elocation
2005: One Thing Remains
2009: Comes and Goes
Official website: http://www.defaultonline.com/
Hold Onto You
Default Lyrics
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Do you remember how we felt in the sunlight?
You're still smiling through the pain your hiding in
But everyone can see that something's just not right
You've been waiting for so long, so long
You've been looking for some way to hold on
So far away from better days
As you look for a way out
I'll hold onto you
When it gets too hard to take
I'll be the light that leads the way
As you look for a way out
I'll hold onto you
I'll hold onto you
You tell yourself that you'll make it right someday
You're getting way too good at living your own lies
Been broken down but believe somehow
That the sun can still burn through the clouds in your eyes
You've been waiting for so long, so long
You've been looking for some way to hold on
I know you feel so far away
So far away from better days
As you look for a way out
I'll hold onto you
When it gets too hard to take
I'll be the light that leads the way
As you look for a way out
I'll hold onto you
I'll hold onto you
Take one step
Just one step forward
One step
One step
I know you feel so far away
So far away from better days
As you look for a way out
I'll hold onto you
When it gets too hard to take
I'll be the light that leads the way
As you look for a way out
I'll hold onto you
I know you feel so far away
So far away from better days
As you look for a way out
I'll hold onto you
When it gets too hard to take
I'll be the light that leads the way
As you look for a way out
I'll hold onto you
I'll hold onto you
The lyrics of "Hold Onto You" by Default are about being there for someone who is struggling and feeling alone. The song begins with addressing the fact that the person has been in a dark place for too long and needs help remembering what it's like to feel happy and free. Despite the pain they are hiding, the person is trying to keep a smile on their face. However, the people around them can tell that something is not right. The chorus is where the singer promises to be there for the person, to hold onto them when it gets too difficult and to be the light that leads them out of the darkness. The bridge is about taking that first step forward, even when it feels like the weight of the world is on your shoulders.
The song is a message of hope and support, reminding the listener that they don't have to face their struggles alone. It acknowledges that it can be difficult to ask for help, but that there are people who care and are willing to hold onto them until they can find their own way. The lyrics are uplifting and inspiring, encouraging the listener to keep going, even when things seem impossible.
Line by Line Meaning
You've been here in the dark for way too long
You've been stuck in a negative place for a long time
Do you remember how we felt in the sunlight?
Remember how good things used to be?
You're still smiling through the pain your hiding in
You're trying to be strong even though you're hurting inside
But everyone can see that something's just not right
Your pain is visible to others
You've been waiting for so long, so long
You've been waiting and hoping for something to change
You've been looking for some way to hold on
You've been searching for a reason to keep going
I know you feel so far away
You feel disconnected from hope and happiness
So far away from better days
You're far from a time of positivity and light
As you look for a way out
As you try to find a path to a better place
I'll hold onto you
I'll be there to support you
When it gets too hard to take
When you can't handle it anymore
I'll be the light that leads the way
I'll show you the path to a better place
Take one step
Take one small action
Just one step forward
Take one step towards a positive place
I'll be the light that leads the way
I'll guide you through the darkness
I'll hold onto you
I'll be there to support you
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ZAC MALOY, BOB MARLETTE, DALLAS SMITH, JEREMY HORA, DANIEL CRAIG, DAVID BENEDICT
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