Upon the band's formation, they released one extended play (EP) in 2007, titled This Is Your Way Out, and shortly after, the group underwent significant line-up and sound changes, dropping their metalcore influence and leaning towards a more rock sound. The band released their debut studio album, Relativity (2008), which featured vocalist Jonny Craig and rhythm guitarist Jonas Ladekjaer. Their second studio album, Emarosa, was released in June 2010, to critical acclaim, and was Craig's final album with the group.
Following Craig's departure, the band toured briefly with a fill-in vocalist before entering a period of inactivity. Eventually, Craig was formally replaced by Walden. Emarosa then released their third studio album, Versus, on September 9, 2014, which peaked at No. 61 in the Billboard 200. The band signed to Hopeless Records and released their fourth and fifth studio albums, 131 (2016) and Peach Club (2019). A sixth, Sting, is set for release in January 2023.
===Current members===
ER White – lead guitar (2006–present); rhythm guitar (2014–2016, 2022–present); bass (2022–present)
Bradley Walden – lead vocals (2013–present)
===Past members===
Chris Roberts – lead vocals (2006)
Mike Bryant – rhythm guitar (2006)
Chris Roetter – lead vocals (2006–2007)
Madison Stolzer – rhythm guitar (2006–2007)
Jonny Craig – lead vocals (2007–2011)
Lukas Koszewski – drums (2006–2014)
Jonas Ladekjaer – rhythm guitar (2007–2014)
Will Sowers – bass (2006–2016)
Jordan Stewart – keyboards (2006–2018)
Matthew Marcellus – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2016–2022; touring member 2014–2016)
Robert Joffred – bass, backing vocals (2018–2022; touring member 2016–2018)
Xo
Emarosa Lyrics
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And to the rhythm of a broken heart
But I lied, I lost the love of my life and that's enough
So take the part of me, the part of me that made you leave
Forget about that, forget about being mad
I think we can get it back
I've lived so long
How was I so wrong?
Tell me what it takes to get you home
I don't mind, no
Giving up, walking up to apologize
I know I'm wrong, I feel it all the time
You love me, too, you do
That's why it hurts, that's why I made you cry
And I'm sorry, I know it's taking me a while
But maybe in a song
I've lived so long
Living like I wanna be here alone
And oh no, how was I so wrong?
Tell me what it takes to get you home
I've lived so long
Living like I wanna be here alone
How was I so wrong?
Tell me what it takes to get you home
Tell me what it takes to get you home
Tell me what it takes to get you home
The lyrics to Emarosa's song Xo seem to express regret over losing the love of their life and the desire to reconcile and make amends. The first verse acknowledges the loss and how it came about, but also expresses hope for reconciliation. The chorus begins by lamenting how long the singer has been living alone, and wonders what it will take to get their love interest to return home. They express contrition for their mistakes and acknowledge that their love interest also loves them, which is why the situation hurts so much. The final repetition of the chorus ends with an appeal to the love interest to tell the singer what it will take to bring them home.
The lyrics seem to convey a sense of longing and sadness, but also hope and a willingness to make things right. It is interesting to note that the song does not assign blame or dwell on who was right or wrong, but instead focuses on the desire to reconcile and move forward. The lyrics also make use of repetition and alliteration to create a sense of rhythm and emphasize certain phrases, such as "tell me what it takes to get you home."
Overall, the song Xo seems to be a heartfelt plea for forgiveness and a desire to rekindle a lost love. The lyrics are relatable and express a depth of emotion that is sure to resonate with many listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh yeah
Acknowledgement or confirmation of a previous statement or action
And to the rhythm of a broken heart
Acting emotionally in sync with a damaged or hurt heart
But I lied, I lost the love of my life and that's enough
Confessing to deception or dishonesty that led to the loss of a significant, beloved relationship
So take the part of me, the part of me that made you leave
Admitting to having a trait or behavior that caused the other person to end the relationship and asking for forgiveness
Forget about that, forget about being mad
Suggesting to put the past troubles and anger aside and focus on reconciliation
I think we can get it back
Expressing optimism and hope that the relationship can be restored
I've lived so long
Implying a prolonged period of existence, perhaps in sadness or loneliness
Living like I wanna be here alone, no
Living a life of solitude, avoiding emotional intimacy or vulnerability with others
How was I so wrong?
Questioning one's own erroneous beliefs, decisions or actions
Tell me what it takes to get you home
Asking for guidance, advice or reassurance on how to show love and regain a lost relationship
I don't mind, no
Stating a willingness to accept a difficult or uncomfortable condition
Giving up, walking up to apologize
Being contrite and taking the initiative to express regret and apologize in person
I know I'm wrong, I feel it all the time
Acknowledging a personal fault, and experiencing remorse or guilt frequently
You love me, too, you do
Assuming a reciprocal affection from the other person, even after the mistake or break-up
That's why it hurts, that's why I made you cry
Explaining the emotional pain and regret caused to the other person because of personal shortcomings
And I'm sorry, I know it's taking me a while
Reiterating remorse and acknowledging that the healing and reconciliation process may take time
But maybe in a song
Hoping that the expression of feelings through music can reach and touch the other person's heart
Tell me what it takes to get you home
Asking again for advice, guidance or reassurance on how to regain the lost relationship
I've lived so long
Repeating the prolonged period of existence, emphasizing the sense of loneliness and isolation
Living like I wanna be here alone
Repeating the desire or inclination to be in solitude and away from emotional intimacy
And oh no, how was I so wrong?
Repeating the question, suggesting a continued confusion and self-doubt
Tell me what it takes to get you home
Repeating the plea for advice, guidance or reassurance on how to restore the relationship
Tell me what it takes to get you home
Repeating the final request for help in bringing back the other person who is missed and yearned for
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Written by: Bradley Scott Walden
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