Element Eighty formed in 2000, and self-released their debut album Mercuric on June 21, 2001. In April 2003, the band signed a deal with Universal/Republic Records. Their self titled album Element Eighty was released on October 28, 2003. The band toured with such artists as Sevendust, Mudvayne, 3 Doors Down, Slipknot, Shinedown, Korn, Hellyeah, Ill Niño, Flaw, 40 Below Summer and Mushroomhead. The song "Broken Promises" was featured on the Need for Speed: Underground video game soundtrack. The song also peaked at #36 on the U.S. mainstream rock charts.
After several months of touring, the band could see that their label had no interest in pushing the band – there was no music video or any kind of promotion. The band would later split with Universal/Republic late 2004. Soon after their departure, original bassist Roon decided to leave the band to attend college and later graduate study in biomedical research. He was later replaced by Zack Bates, formerly of the bands Bullet Ant and Serosia.
The band released their third album The Bear on November 5, 2005 via their own label, Texas Cries Records. The album was only made available through the band's official website, at shows, and on iTunes.
After reluctantly disbanding in December 2006, Element Eighty have since reunited as of May 2007. They have recently begun recording their 4th album, but according to their Myspace page the recording has been extremely slowed down due to personal issues. They have since announced the end of Element Eighty in 2010.
Ryan Carroll is now playing with the Dallas based band AdaKaiN, which also included Matt Woods for a brief stint
Element Eighty has reunited in 2021 after reluctantly disbanding in 2010 due to overwhelming life circumstances. After they parted ways, all members continued on their own musical journeys; steady gigging with a variety of successful acts and solo projects. After a 12-year-silence, Element Eighty decided that 2021 was time for a full relaunch and began working on a new album slated for release in 2022.
Scars
Element Eighty Lyrics
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You said our love would never end.
But all you gave to me were scars on my heart.
All you did to me was tear my world apart.
You left these scars on my heart.
You took my love and made it bend.
And you knew my money was for you to spend.
And all you left me with were scars on my heart.
Scars on my heart.
These scars on my heart.
Scars on my heart.
Scars on my heart.
You took my love way past the line.
You took this broken heart and you made it mine.
But I don't need your sympathy.
No I don't need a damn thing.
You left these scars on my heart.
Scars on my heart.
Scars on my heart.
Scars on my heart.
And now I'm scarred.
And now I'm scarred forever.
You said that we would always be friends.
You said our love would never end.
All you gave to me were scars on my heart.
All you did to me was tear my world apart.
Scars on my heart.
These scars on my heart.
Scars on my heart.
Scars on my heart.
Don't make me.
And now I'm scarred.
And now I'm scarred.
And now I'm scarred forever.
Scarred.
The lyrics to Element Eighty's song "Scars" depict the pain of betrayal and heartbreak in a relationship. The singer addresses their former lover, pointing out the promises that were made and how they were ultimately broken. Instead of love and companionship, the singer was left with emotional scars that have lasted. The song highlights how love can be turned into something painful and damaging, leaving a lasting impact on the heart.
The lyrics' repetition of "scars on my heart" emphasizes the lasting impact of the relationship's damage. The singer feels marked and damaged by the pain and betrayal they experienced, which will stay with them even if the relationship is over. The chorus's lyrics are empowering, with the singer declaring they don't need their former lover's sympathy or anything from them. The singer feels emotionally scarred and affected by the relationship, but they will not allow themselves to be held back by it.
Line by Line Meaning
You said that we would always be friends.
You promised me that we would always have a close bond.
You said our love would never end.
You assured me that our romantic relationship was everlasting.
But all you gave to me were scars on my heart.
Instead of love and affection, you inflicted emotional pain and wounds.
All you did to me was tear my world apart.
Your actions destabilized my life and caused immense suffering.
You left these scars on my heart.
You caused permanent emotional damage that I will always carry with me.
You took my love and made it bend.
I gave you my love and you abused it, bending it to your will.
And you knew my money was for you to spend.
You took advantage of my generosity by assuming my money was yours to use as you pleased.
You stabbed my heart and tore my world apart.
Your actions were akin to a violent attack on my emotional and physical wellbeing.
And all you left me with were scars on my heart.
After destroying my trust and love, all that's left is the pain and trauma that remains.
You took my love way past the line.
Your behavior crossed a boundary that should have never been crossed.
You took this broken heart and you made it mine.
I was already hurting and you added to that pain.
But I don't need your sympathy.
I don't want or require any pity or condolences from you.
No I don't need a damn thing.
I am self-sufficient and don't require anything from you.
And now I'm scarred.
My emotional wounds have not healed, leaving me with a permanent mark.
And now I'm scarred forever.
I will carry the pain and hurt with me for the rest of my life.
Scars on my heart.
The emotional pain inflicted by your actions has left a lasting impact.
These scars on my heart.
The wounds you caused have not healed and are a constant reminder of your actions.
Don't make me.
I am warning you not to continue hurting me.
Scarred.
The emotional wounds you caused have left a permanent mark.
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Written by: James Michael Bay
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