The name Ditchwater has been around with various line ups, demoing material… Read Full Bio ↴The name Ditchwater has been around with various line ups, demoing material and playing shows since the mid 90's. In 2002 founding member Mark Anderson (Guitar) and Mike Meadows (vocals) paired up to form the core of the classic line up.

They quickly made a name for themselves throughout the Midwest, including headlining gigs at renown Chicago venues Metro, House of Blues and Double Door. The band routinely opened for national acts such as Mudvayne, In This Moment, Soil and Powerman 5000.
In 2006, the single "It's Over" from their debut album "Going Forward Looking Back" received strong radio play including being put into full rotation on XM Radio Squizz Channel 48 (Now SiriusXM Octane). The video for the song has amassed over 20,000 views on YouTube and received airplay in the summer of 2006 on CBS TV's Morning show in the "Living Room Live Contest" where the band placed 2nd from over 10,000 submissions.
After years of non stop work the band slowed down and took time off to pursue other interests. Occasional shows and single releases would follow from 2007 to 2014.

In December of 2015 the band returned to full strength. Rounding out the line up is the return of Jason Angone on drums (2005 to 2011) and original second guitarist Kevin James (1995) along with newcomer John Partipilo on bass. To mark the groups return the new album "Into the Storm" was released on January 15th. This album contains all the tracks recorded from 2007 up to 2014.
The band will be hitting the studio to record brand new material in in early 2016...

Sacrifice
Ditchwater Lyrics

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When I looked in your eyes
I stepped inside your empty mind
I saw inside your soul
Tired of all the lies you told

How long before you see?
I can't take everything that's
Inside shows my hate

I see through all the lies you told
I lost all hope and control
You can't go on hurting me
You'll be your own sacrifice

Trust me I'll never forget
All of the hurt and the anger you spread
You have yourself to blame
Hang your head to me in shame

How long before you see?
I can't take everything that's
Inside shows my hate

I see through all the lies you told
I lost all hope and control
You can't go on hurting me
You'll be your own sacrifice

Take a look, now you will see it
You won't stand a chance with me
Nose to nose face to face
Your apology is way too late, way too late

I see through all the lies you told
I lost all hope and control

You can't go on hurting me
You'll be your own sacrifice

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ditchwater's song Sacrifice express the emotions of a person who has been hurt by someone they trusted. The singer has had enough of the lies and deceit, and they have reached their breaking point. They've looked into the other person's eyes and seen the emptiness and lack of remorse for their actions. The singer has lost all hope and control, and they cannot continue to endure the pain caused by the other person's actions. They recognize that the only way forward is for the other person to take responsibility for their behavior and recognize the harm they've caused.

The lyrics highlight the idea that the person who has caused harm to another is ultimately hurting themselves. The singer repeatedly states that the other person will be their own sacrifice. This implies that the other person's refusal to take responsibility for their actions will ultimately lead to their downfall. The singer acknowledges the hurt and anger they feel but chooses to let go of the negativity by recognizing that the other person's actions are a reflection of their own character.

Overall, the lyrics of Sacrifice convey a message of self-preservation and the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions. The singer recognizes that the only way to move forward is for the other person to take responsibility and make amends, but if they continue to refuse, they will ultimately suffer the consequences of their behavior.

Line by Line Meaning

When I looked in your eyes
As I peered into your gaze

I stepped inside your empty mind
I entered a space devoid of thought

I saw inside your soul
I beheld the essence of your being

Tired of all the lies you told
Weary of the deceptions you've uttered

How long before you see?
When will you perceive?

I can't take everything that's
I'm unable to endure all that is

Inside shows my hate
My loathing is evident inwardly

I see through all the lies you told
I penetrate every falsehood you've declared

I lost all hope and control
I've relinquished every expectation and command

You can't go on hurting me
You're prohibited from continuing to harm me

You'll be your own sacrifice
You'll sacrifice yourself