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/
Throw It All Away
Default Lyrics
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It's so decieving like it's never leaving
same as yesterday
As the pressure's mounting I countinue counting
Why can't I drive this image from my mind
It's true that you pushed me to the point
This really starts to sting
The bullshit and the baggage that you bring
I'm gonna throw it all away
Throw it all away
I feel like I'm on trial
Its never ending not worth defending
Been like this for awhile
The tides are turning I'm finally learning
I think I've taken all I'm going to take
This really starts to sting
The bullshit and the baggage that you bring
I'm gonna throw it all away
Throw it all away
Throw it all away, throw it all away
Throw it all away, throw it all away
Why can't I drive this image from my mind
It's true that you pushed me to the point
I think I've taken all I'm going to take
This really starts to sting
The bullshit and the baggage that you bring
[repeat chorus]
The lyrics of Default's song, "Throw It All Away," express feelings of being overwhelmed and pressured by someone who brings nothing but negativity and baggage into the singer's life. The singer is trying to fight these feelings but they keep coming back. They feel like they're on trial, constantly having to defend themselves against this person's negativity. However, the singer has reached a breaking point and can't take it anymore. They're ready to throw it all away, to let go of the baggage and start anew. The song is about reaching a point of empowerment and choosing to rid oneself of toxic relationships or situations.
The repetition of the chorus, "Throw it all away," emphasizes the singer's resolve to rid themselves of the negativity. The lyrics, "Why can't I drive this image from my mind, it's true that you pushed me to the point," suggest that the negativity has become imprinted in the singer's mind and they may have reached a breaking point in tolerating it. The lyrics, "The bullshit and the baggage that you bring," highlights the negative impact of someone's presence in the singer's life.
Overall, "Throw It All Away" portrays the raw emotions that come with accepting that someone isn't good for you and making the tough decision to cut them out of your life.
Line by Line Meaning
This feeling's back today
The negative emotion has resurfaced
It's so deceiving like it's never leaving
The feeling is overwhelming and persistent
same as yesterday
It's been ongoing and unchanging
As the pressure's mounting I continue counting
As stress increases, I try to cope by counting
Why can't I drive this image from my mind
I can't stop thinking about a certain memory or thought
It's true that you pushed me to the point
You caused me to become overwhelmed or angry
I think I've taken all I'm going to take
I've hit my limit with the situation or person
This really starts to sting
It's becoming painful or unbearable
The bullshit and the baggage that you bring
You're adding unnecessary negativity and problems
I'm gonna throw it all away
I will get rid of anything associated with the issue
I feel like I'm on trial
I feel constantly judged and evaluated
Its never ending not worth defending
The issue keeps happening and is not worth defending
Been like this for awhile
It's been happening for a long time
The tides are turning I'm finally learning
The situation is changing and I am learning from it
[repeat chorus]
The chorus repeats the same message
Throw it all away, throw it all away
Get rid of everything associated with the issue
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHAD KROEGER, DAVID CHARLES BENEDICT, DANIEL WILLIAM CRAIG, JEREMY HORA, DALLAS HENDRY SMITH
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Panos Kourtesiotis
This feeling's back today
It's so decieving like it's never leaving
same as yesterday
As the pressure's mounting I countinue counting
Why can't I drive this image from my mind
It's true that you pushed me to the point
I think I've taken all I'm going to take
This really starts to sting
The bullshit and the baggage that you bring
I'm gonna throw it all away
Throw it all away
I feel like I'm on trial
Its never ending not worth defending
Been like this for awhile
The tides are turning I'm finally learning
I think I've taken all I'm going to take
This really starts to sting
The bullshit and the baggage that you bring
I'm gonna throw it all away
Throw it all away
Throw it all away, throw it all away
Throw it all away, throw it all away
Why can't I drive this image from my mind
It's true that you pushed me to the point
I think I've taken all I'm going to take
This really starts to sting
The bullshit and the baggage that you bring
I'm gonna throw it all away
Throw it all away...
Mike ShallowSun
I just can't get over how damn hard the chorus hits wish default would have made a few more heavier tunes! Still love em either way! Hope they come back one day!
M Zero
I m still reeling from the 1st album. Most hard hitting meant for driving songs .
TWISTEDSUNRISEKI
There back first cd comes out may 2021
Melinda Cook
Mike ShallowSun The lead singer is on his own as a country artist Dallas Smith
Ryan Love
Love this song! These guys are incredible!!
Rob B
Very Underrated band!!!
F V
@TWISTEDSUNRISEKI They’re back :)
TWISTEDSUNRISEKI
There back
F V
@twiston43 They were not given much attention in the US, sadly!
twiston43
Not in Canada.