On December 3, 2012, after being inactive for a year, bassist Joey Chicago announced through a letter on Facebook that both vocalist John Falls and guitarist Jeff James would not be continuing on with the band, thus bringing an end to Egypt Central.
In 2014, a post was made to the band's Facebook page, announcing a new EP of previously unreleased songs titled Murder in the French Quarter that was set for release on August 19, 2014.
On April 1, 2019 a mysterious teaser video appeared on the band's Facebook page. The teaser appears to feature new music along with a cryptic 06 06 19 message. The video was re-posted on May 6, 2019. On June 6, 2019 Egypt Central released Raise the Gates as a new single, confirming a reunion. On June 18, 2019, another cryptic teaser appeared on both Facebook and Instagram with a new date 07 05 19. On July 5, 2019 Egypt Central released "Dead Machine" on their Youtube channel. On April 13, 2020 Egypt Central released a new single "Over Soon" on all platforms. October 20, 2020, the band announced on their instagram page the release of a new single set for November 11.
Different
Egypt Central Lyrics
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Until my soul got tired
Did all I was supposed to do
I could fool a liar
(Pre-chorus)
Threw it all away
Through it all to find redemption
Gave it all to who would listen
(Chorus)
That's the price I paid
For being different
And I walk this road alone
That's the price I paid
For being different
I can call this life my own
Used to be a part of you
Until that part was taken
I used to see your point of view
Until my faith was shaken
Running in the sun to seek what I'll find
Crossing your path that intersects mine
Trapped in a scene that only seems real
Confronted by dreams that I can now feel
My fronts have all failed and been stripped away
We all look the same at the end of the day
Given up once I'll take it back twice
Will it ever cease this is my flight
Slow me down to breathe
Never will I break this fate could not faze me
Never could I shake the things that you gave me
My heart does not see
Concrete burns and skies will come down
But nothing can take the focus I've found
Egypt Central's song "Different" is an anthem for anyone who's felt like an outsider due to their unique perspective or life experiences. The lyrics reflect on the vocalist's past, where they used to live their life for someone else until they grew tired and stopped trying to be what they were supposed to be. They sacrificed and gave everything they could to find redemption, only to realize their authenticity and unique perspective made them different.
The pre-chorus speaks of throwing it all away, but it's not in a negative or regretful sense. The lyricist gave everything they had to those who were willing to listen to their unique voice, and it led them to find their own path in life. That path was one of solitude, but it's one they wouldn't change because it allowed them to be different and call their life their own.
The chorus repeats the sentiment that being different comes at a price. It's a price paid for not following the crowd, but it also brings independence and the opportunity to live life on one's own terms. The last verse employs metaphors to describe the struggle of being unique in a world where conformity is often the norm. But, despite the challenges, the singer's heart does not see anything but the path they've chosen for themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Used to live my life for you
I used to live my life for you, dedicating my every action and decision to you.
Until my soul got tired
But eventually, I became exhausted with living solely for you.
Did all I was supposed to do
Even though I did everything I was expected to do.
I could fool a liar
I could pretend and convince even the most skeptical person.
Threw it all away
Despite the effort I put in, I threw away everything useless in search of redemption.
Through it all to find redemption
But through trials and difficulties, I found my way back to redemption.
Gave it all away
I gave away everything I thought was important in the pursuit of enlightenment.
Gave it all to who would listen
I shared my experiences with anyone who showed an interest.
That's the price I paid
This was the cost I had to pay.
For being different
For being unique and distinct from others.
And I walk this road alone
As a result, I walk this path solo, without the support of those who followed the crowd.
I can call this life my own
But I am content with the life I have created for myself.
Used to be a part of you
I used to be a part of you, your beliefs, and your actions.
Until that part was taken
That is until I lost this part of my identity.
I used to see your point of view
I even saw things your way and agreed with your perspectives.
Until my faith was shaken
But my faith and my belief in you were shaken and left me lost and confused.
Running in the sun to seek what I'll find
I'm racing towards my future, under the warmth of the sun, driven by my desire to find my purpose.
Crossing your path that intersects mine
Our paths may cross, but ultimately we're on different paths leading us in directions best suited for each of us.
Trapped in a scene that only seems real
Living in an illusion where everything seems real, yet that's not how it truly is.
Confronted by dreams that I can now feel
I'm faced with my dreams that I once disregarded but can now feel its intensity and importance.
My fronts have all failed and been stripped away
All my facades that I've built have crumbeld and fallen away, leaving me bare and vulnerable.
We all look the same at the end of the day
We all end up looking the same by the end of our lives, stripped down to our core self.
Given up once I'll take it back twice
Even though I may have given up once, I am determined to take back what is mine and come out victorious.
Will it ever cease this is my flight
I have taken flight towards my destiny, even if it never ends.
Slow me down to breathe
Take my time and pace myself, to fully breathe and appreciate every moment.
Never will I break this fate could not faze me
I will never let my fate break me, even if it's challenging, and I won't falter.
Never could I shake the things that you gave me
I thank you for the valuable things you may have given me, as I hold them close to my heart.
My heart does not see
I follow my heart, even though it may not always see things clearly.
Concrete burns and skies will come down
Concrete may symbolize the harsh and painful reality, and the skies represent hope and inspiration.
But nothing can take the focus I've found
However, I won't let any negativity or challenges derail my ultimate vision and focus.
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