Looking beyond the status quo of the modern rock music of today, EARSHOT’s third studio album, slated for release August 2008, marks the start of what some believe is sure to be the beginning of a new and changing modern rock world of tomorrow. No doubt, that in the 48 minutes of listening to the bevy of infectiously memorable tracks, one can only describe this 11 song collection as a very cleverly crafted, re-defined and re-designed approach to their genre with a plethora of sonically raw and defining moments.
EARSHOT signed with Warner Brother’s Records in 2001 and in 2002 released their debut album “Letting Go” which yielded their first anthemic singles such as “Get Away” (which peaked at #4 on the charts and stayed in the top 100 for over 60 weeks), and “Not Afraid”. In 2004 the band released their sophomore effort entitled “Two” which bore the bands breakout single “Wait” (#9) and their follow up single “Someone.”
In early 2005, EARSHOT returned from the road in support of their second release when the panicked state of the recording industry turned its ugly head towards the band. “No one expected another EARSHOT record after that” says vocalist Wil Martin. “We were essentially counted out by many. Our departure from Warner Brothers Records only added to our determination not to let corporate decisions determine our artistic and creative voice. After all, THAT’s what rock music is really all about…believing in yourself, overcoming adversity and taking that chance when the odds are against you.”
In early 2007, EARSHOT signed with InDeGoot / Fontana/ Universal Recordings. Produced by Brian Garcia and co-produced by Wil Martin, the band began the long and tedious task of putting together their nearly 2 yearlong gestations of song ideas. Tracks such as “MisSunderstood”, “Closer”, “Pushing To Shove”, “Wasted”, “Don’t Hate Me” and “Sometimes” are sure to please the EARSHOT faithful, and will undoubtedly serve to quickly convert new fans by songs with a penchant for massive hooks and loud guitars.
More Than I Ever Wanted
Earshot Lyrics
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I tried to heal you but my enemy was strong
I tried to kill it but it rendered me unsung
I tried to taste you but your bitter to my tongue
But I still believe, I still still believe
I can set you free
I burn with fire you'll pretend
I am your enemy and friend
I feel your hate that's deep within
More than I ever wanted
I'll beat the loser you defend
You'll be my enemy and friend
I feel your hate that's deep within
More than I ever wanted
There's no time to think it over when I see red (when I see red)
Left into a world that's in my mind
So very cold from which
I can set you free
[Chorus]
I'll burn with fire you'll pretend
I am your enemy and friend
I feel your hate that's deep within
More than I ever wanted
I'll beat the loser you defend
You'll be my enemy and friend
I feel your pain that's deep within
More than I ever wanted
Stay away, make yourself turn away
Look away, all the envy I cant explain
It still remains when I turn away
I can set you free
I burn with fire you'll pretend
I am your enemy and friend
I feel your hate that's deep within
More than I ever wanted
I'll beat the loser you defend
You'll be my enemy and friend
I feel your pain that's deep within
More than I ever wanted
Wanted
Wanted
Wanted
The lyrics of Earshot's song "More Than I Ever Wanted" convey a sense of internal conflict and turmoil. The singer is wrestling with their own feelings of love and hate towards someone who has hurt them. They have attempted to heal this person, tried to destroy them, and even tasted their bitterness, but they still believe that they can set them free. The chorus speaks to the intensity of these conflicting emotions - the singer burns with fire, simultaneously being both the enemy and friend of the person they are addressing. They feel both hate and pain that runs deep within them, more than they ever wanted.
The bridge speaks to the overwhelming nature of these feelings, how there is no time to think things over when the singer sees red. They are plunged into a world of coldness and struggle, but still believe that they can set this person free. The song concludes with the repeated refrain of "wanted," perhaps implying that the internal struggle the singer is experiencing is not something they ever sought out or desired.
Overall, "More Than I Ever Wanted" seems to be a song about trying to navigate complex and conflicting emotions. The singer is grappling with forgiveness, love, and resentment towards someone who has caused them pain, and they are struggling to find a way to reconcile all of these feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I come
The singer is announcing their arrival or entrance.
I tried to heal you but my enemy was strong
The singer attempted to help the person they are addressing, but an opposing force (possibly a personal problem) made it difficult.
I tried to kill it but it rendered me unsung
The singer tried to eliminate the problem but it ultimately caused them to fail, and possibly lose recognition or praise.
I tried to taste you but your bitter to my tongue
The artist attempted to experience or understand the person they are addressing, but they proved to be unpleasant or uncooperative.
But I still believe, I still still believe
Despite the challenges and setbacks, the artist maintains their faith or optimism.
I can set you free
The singer believes they have the power to liberate the person they are addressing from their struggles.
[Chorus] I burn with fire you'll pretend
The singer is experiencing intense passion or determination, which the other person may feign or act as if they don't feel.
I am your enemy and friend
The artist has conflicting feelings or roles in relation to the person they are addressing.
I feel your hate that's deep within
The artist is aware of the other person's intense dislike or negative emotions towards them.
More than I ever wanted
The artist did not expect or desire to experience such intense emotions or conflicts.
I'll beat the loser you defend
The singer believes they can triumph over any adversary or opposition the other person might side with.
You'll be my enemy and friend
The artist acknowledges the complex and possibly volatile nature of their relationship with the other person.
I feel your pain that's deep within
The singer is aware of the other person's emotional suffering or distress.
Stay away, make yourself turn away
The singer is warning the other person to avoid or distance themselves for their own protection.
Look away, all the envy I cant explain
The singer is unable to articulate or understand their feelings of jealousy or resentment towards the other person.
It still remains when I turn away
Despite their attempts to ignore or avoid the other person, the artist's unresolved emotions persist.
Wanted
The chorus repeats the idea that the intense emotions and conflicts were not desired or expected by the artist.
Contributed by Katherine N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
retropacgirl
Completely loved this song hahaha today I listened to it while wlaking onto school, put the volume up and just felt good and strong pretty great way to start the day
A Knight that says Nee
Wish this song was on itunes.