After performing in a number of metal bands in high school, Townsend was discovered by a record label in 1993 and was asked to perform lead vocals on Steve Vai's album Sex & Religion. After recording and touring with Vai, Townsend was discouraged by what he found in the music industry, and vented his anger on a solo album released under the pseudonym Strapping Young Lad. He soon assembled a band under the name, and released the critically acclaimed City in 1997. Since then, he has released three more studio albums with Strapping Young Lad, along with solo material released under his own independent record label, HevyDevy Records. Townsend's solo albums, a diverse mix of hard rock and progressive metal, have featured a varying lineup of supporting musicians. In 2002 he formed The Devin Townsend Band, a dedicated lineup which recorded and toured for two of his solo releases.
In 2007, Townsend disbanded both Strapping Young Lad and The Devin Townsend Band, taking a break from touring to spend more time with his family. After a two-year hiatus, he began work on a four-album series called The Devin Townsend Project, with each album written in a different style. The first two entries in the series, Ki and Addicted, were released in 2009. Townsend scheduled tours throughout Australia and North America in 2010 in support of the albums, and released the next two, Deconstruction and Ghost, in 2011.
Townsend's trademark production style, featuring a heavily multitracked wall of sound, has been compared to the styles of Phil Spector and Frank Zappa. His versatile vocal delivery ranges from screaming to an opera-esque singing, and his songwriting is similarly diverse. Townsend's musical style is rooted in metal, and his albums are written to express different aspects of his personality.
Deep Peace
Devin Townsend Lyrics
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It's alright to lean on everyone
It's alright to lie in the bed you've made for everyone
And anytime you need someone,
Anytime you heed someone
Anytime you need me babe, I will be there.
It's alright to bleed on everyone
It's alright this time
It's all life, you learn from everyone
With every single time you go
...And every single line you blow
Anytime you need it man, I won't be there
(inside the picture of the huge, sterile balck and white diner on a rainy Sunday afternoon in chinatown)
It's all going away now
...All going away now
Going, going...gone
Going, going...gone
It's alright to cry
It's alright to feed on everyone
It's alright to hide,
In your cozy bed from everyone
So anytime you need it man,
Get inside and be it man...
Anytime you call,
Suffer!!!
The song "Deep Peace" by Devin Townsend has complex and thought-provoking lyrics that address themes of vulnerability, pain, and acceptance. It starts with the line "It's alright to cry", which suggests that it's okay to express feelings of sadness and despair. The next line "It's alright to lean on everyone" highlights the importance of seeking support from others and not being afraid to ask for help. The following line "It's alright to lie in the bed you've made for everyone" speaks to the idea that we all make mistakes but it's important to take responsibility for our actions.
The chorus shifts to offer the listener reassurance and support. The line "And anytime you need someone, anytime you heed someone, anytime you need me babe, I will be there" is a powerful declaration of unconditional love and support. The song then shifts to a darker place with the lines "It's alright to die, it's alright to bleed on everyone" which speaks to the inevitability of death and the pain that comes with life. However, the line "It's all life, you learn from everyone" suggests that we can find meaning in the pain and that every experience, both good and bad, teaches us something valuable.
The song closes with the repetition of "Going, going...gone" which suggests that everything is ephemeral and nothing lasts forever. In conclusion, "Deep Peace" is a profound and moving song that encourages us to embrace our vulnerability, seek support from others, and find meaning in the pain.
Line by Line Meaning
It's alright to cry
It's completely okay to express your emotions and cry.
It's alright to lean on everyone
You don't have to handle everything alone, it's okay to seek out support and guidance from others.
It's alright to lie in the bed you've made for everyone
Sometimes the consequences of our actions can be uncomfortable, but it's important to accept them and learn from them.
And anytime you need someone,
You can always reach out for help and someone will be there for you.
Anytime you heed someone
If someone else needs help or support, try to be there for them and listen to their needs.
Anytime you need me babe, I will be there.
The singer is offering unconditional support and friendship to someone in need.
It's alright to die
Death is a natural part of life, and it's okay to confront and accept this reality.
It's alright to bleed on everyone
It's okay to be vulnerable and let others see your pain.
It's alright this time
It's okay to make mistakes and learn from them, and the singer encourages the listener to do so.
It's all life, you learn from everyone
With every experience, even negative ones, there is an opportunity to learn and grow as a person.
With every single time you go
Every time the listener faces a challenge or obstacle, they have a chance to learn and grow from it.
...And every single line you blow
Even when things get tough or seem impossible, the listener has the strength to keep going.
Anytime you need it man, I won't be there
The singer implies that some level of self-reliance is important, but that he will still be there to support the listener when needed.
It's all going away now
Over time, everything changes and fades away, and this is a natural part of life.
...All going away now
The singer emphasizes that everything in life is temporary and fleeting, and that this is something to accept and come to peace with.
Going, going...gone
This repetition of the phrase emphasizes the transience of all things in life.
It's alright to feed on everyone
In tough times, it's okay to rely on others for support and sustenance.
It's alright to hide, In your cozy bed from everyone
Taking time for yourself and prioritizing self-care is perfectly okay, especially when dealing with difficult emotions or situations.
So anytime you need it man, Get inside and be it man...
The singer is encouraging the listener to look inward for strength and self-motivation when needed.
Anytime you call, Suffer!!!
This last line is somewhat ambiguous, but could be interpreted as the idea that sometimes we must endure suffering and pain in order to grow and learn as people.
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Written by: DEVIN GARRETT TOWNSEND
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