Formation and Early Years (2000 – 2001)
Emery formed in 2001 in Rock Hill, South Carolina but moved to Seattle, Washington in search of a better musical environment. The band was named after a first grader that Toby Morrell met while working as an intern for a teacher in college. The four members in the band at the time, Toby Morrell (vocals/guitar), Devin Shelton (drums), Matt Carter (guitar/keyboards), and Joel "Chopper" Green (bass) actually left Rock Hill, South Carolina for Seattle on September 11, the day of the terrorist attacks; they found out about the attacks when they stopped at a local diner in South Carolina. Most of the members are from the bands Sachul, Joe 747, Simply Waynes and Oogie Brown. After a little while Seth Studley, who was one of the original members of the band, broke out of a serious relationship and followed them to Seattle and resumed his post as drummer. Since Seth took over drums, Devin went ahead and took the position of guitarist.
The Weak's End (2002 – 2004)
After making Emerald City their new home in Seattle, Washington, Emery signed a record deal with Tooth & Nail Records, also of Seattle, in 2002. Wasting no time, Emery paired up with producer/engineer Ed Rose and worked on their debut album, The Weak's End. It was produced at the Black Lodge Studio in Eudora, Kansas. The record was released in January 2004 by Tooth & Nail Records. Emery toured extensively to promote their new release.
The Question (2005 – 2006)
While touring, Seth Studley decided to leave the band in order to get married and Emery had to look for a new drummer. While touring with Haste the Day, Dave Powell was brought out to audition. Powell was officially put in the band on November 2005. Powell originally played in the Indianapolis-based metalcore/hardcore band The Bowels of Judas.
Soon after touring, Emery went back into the studio to record their next record with production done by Aaron Sprinkle this time around. The band took five weeks in recording sessions. The Question was released on August 2, 2005. "Studying Politics" was released as the album's first single with a video emerging on June 29, 2005. On November 21, 2006, Emery re-released The Question, adding a DVD, five acoustic versions of previously recorded songs and two new demo tracks, which were produced by Matt Carter. The DVD included a documentary film of Emery, live songs and bonus footage.
After the re-release, Joel "Chopper" Green decided to leave the band. On September 19, 2006, Emery posted a blog on their website explaining the departure. Devin and Toby since then switched bass parts in concerts and in the studio.
I'm Only A Man (2007 – 2008)
While touring with Underoath in Australia, Emery announced that they were releasing a new album. The album, I'm Only A Man, leaked onto the internet before its official release on October 2, 2007. The album was produced by Ryan Boesch and Matt Carter and recorded at Dark Horse Studio in Tennessee. It received mixed reviews. Emery released a deluxe edition of the album as well, which featured four acoustic songs that were recorded while on the Take Action Tour with The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus and DVD with a live footage and a documentary. The iTunes version of the deluxe edition also added a bonus track called "Whoa! Man".
While Broken Hearts Prevail and ...In Shallow Seas We Sail (2008 – 2010)
Emery announced in an interview on TVU that they finished a new 8-track EP entitled While Broken Hearts Prevail, which was released on October 28, 2008. They began premiering some of the new material while on tour opening for The Almost, including a song entitled "Edge Of The World".
In an interview with Toby Morrell, Emery announced that would be releasing a new album called ...In Shallow Seas We Sail. Up until the announcement of Emery resigning to Tooth & Nail Records, it was unsure if the band would seek a new label, since their contract had expired. They re-signed with Tooth & Nail and soon gave out information on their new release.
On April 7, 2009, Emery released a new song entitled "Cutthroat Collapse" on their Myspace, Purevolume, and iTunes. On May 29, 2009, Emery put ...In Shallow Seas We Sail in its entirety up on their Myspace. On June 2, 2009, ...In Shallow Seas We Sail was officially released.
During their headlining U.S. tour, Emery had selected dates filmed for a DVD in the works. The release date is unknown at this time. Emery set out on tour supporting Underoath on their fall/winter headlining tour for the rest of the year. In the summer of 2010 they went on the "Scream it Like You Mean it" tour with Silverstein, Ivoryline, Dance Gavin Dance, We Came as Romans, Sky Eats Airplane, and I Set My Friends On Fire.
We Do What We Want (2011- 2012)
On January 26, 2011 it was announced that the band's fifth album We Do What We Want is set to be released on March 29, 2011. The band also released a clip of a song titled "Scissors". Another song titled "The Curse of Perfect Days" has been released to Christian rock radio stations.
On January 31, 2011, vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and bassist Devin Shelton announced he was taking an "indefinite hiatus" from Emery.
On February 1, 2011 a song titled "The Cheval Glass" was released on the band's Facebook, Youtube and Myspace page. On February 17, 2011, the band announced that We Do What We Want would be released through both Tooth & Nail and their hardcore/metal subdivision Solid State Records reflecting the heavier sound of the album.
In 2012, Toby Morrell and Matt Carter formed a side project duo, simply called Matt & Toby, with a more acoustic/electronic type sound. The duo released a self-titled album in November of that year via Tooth & Nail.
Bad Christian Music (2013 - present)
In 2013 Emery did not resign with Tooth & Nail records, subsequently leaving the label. Later that year, they founded Bad Christian Music, a blog & podcast website, as well as an indie record label.
In 2014, the band released two books, Bad Christian, Great Savior, and The M Word.
On May 19th, 2015 Emery released their sixth full length album, their first album via Bad Christian Music, You Were Never Alone. The album peaked at No. 69 on the Billboard 200, No. 1 on Top Christian Albums, No. 6 on Independent Albums, No. 8 on Alternative Music[ No. 10 on Top Rock Albums and No. 31 on Top Album Sales.
Bands such as Abandon Kansas and The Classic Crime have also joined the artist roster of Bad Christian Music.
Members
Toby Morrell: lead vocals, guitar
Matt Carter: guitar, aggressive vocals
Josh Head: keyboard, vocals, aggressive vocals
Dave Powell: drums
Former Members
Devin Shelton: guitar, lead vocals (on indefinite hiatus now)
Seth Studley: drums
Joel Green: bass
Joey Svendsen: bass
The Weakest
Emery Lyrics
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Just pretend that it is time (it is time)
Say the word and I will fire
Sometimes I get so tired
Of the ride (it never stops)
This word is worth then my life {than my life)
Say the word and I will die
That I have introduced
To everyone around me saying
That I'm the cause of all their crime
And when they're drunk
I pour the wine
Lets leave this place
To say that we escaped
Well say that there's no difference between right and wrong tonight
We'll leave no trace of friends that we have made
So they can find us
And take what is ours
Point the gun (in your way)
Just pretend that it is time (it is time)
Say the word and I will fire
Take me far from
This less than perfect design
My contributions only go so far
Without monetary game for my heart
Lets leave this place
To say that we escaped
We'll say that there's no difference between right and wrong tonight
We'll leave no trace of friends that we have made
So they can find us and take what is ours
Running with the scissors pointed at your heart from your hand
Ss that your plan?
I don't have time for questions concerning your future position
Lets leave this place (if all that was this time)
To say that we escaped (decisions that were mine)
We'll say that there's no difference between right and wrong tonight
We'll leave no trace of friends that we have made
So they can find us and take what is ours
Put on your coat (it's time to go [x2])
Decemary is what i want
Taking every inch too
Loosing pressure is not a choice
When I'm running with you
Giving up the fight
I could never stop
It is dedication
My gift to you
The lyrics to Emery's song "The Weakest" seem to talk about someone who is feeling very tired and wants to give up on life. The person feels like they are worth less than a word, and if someone says that word they will die. The person talks about introducing a new sickness to everyone around them and being the cause of their problems. They want to leave this place and pretend that they escaped from everything, leaving no trace of the friends they've made. The chorus talks about pointing a gun and pretending it is time to fire, which seems like the person is seeking a way out of their situation.
The person seems to be struggling with their contributions and feels like they need a monetary gain for their heart. The lyrics suggest they are running with scissors pointed at their heart and being asked about their future position. The second chorus talks about leaving the place and saying there is no difference between right and wrong, leaving no trace of their friends. Finally, the lyrics talk about putting on the coat and the dedication the person has to the other person.
This song seems to talk about a person who is struggling with their life and wants to escape everything. They are tired of the ride and want to leave everything behind. However, they are still dedicated to the other person and want to contribute to their lives. The song seems to be a cry for help, and the person is seeking a way out of their current situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Point the gun (in your way)
Put the pressure on yourself (figuratively)
Just pretend that it is time (it is time)
Convince yourself that it is necessary
Say the word and I will fire
I'm ready to act on your command
Sometimes I get so tired
I'm exhausted from the ride, it never ends
Of the ride (it never stops)
I'm stuck in this cycle
This word is worth then my life {than my life)
I value this word more than my own life
Say the word and I will die
I'm willing to sacrifice myself for this cause
There's no peace for passing of this new sickness
My actions are causing unrest and chaos
That I have introduced
I'm the one responsible for it
To everyone around me saying
People are blaming me
That I'm the cause of all their crime
They think I'm responsible for all their wrongdoings
And when they're drunk
They become vulnerable
I pour the wine
I take advantage of their vulnerability
Lets leave this place
Let's get away from here
To say that we escaped
We're finally free
Well say that there's no difference between right and wrong tonight
We're done with morality for now
We'll leave no trace of friends that we have made
We don't want to be found or recognized
So they can find us
We don't want them to find us
And take what is ours
We don't want them to take anything from us
Take me far from
I want to get away from
This less than perfect design
This flawed system
My contributions only go so far
I can only do so much to change it
Without monetary game for my heart
I'm not motivated by money, but by passion
Running with the scissors pointed at your heart from your hand
You're putting yourself in danger
Ss that your plan?
Is that what you want?
I don't have time for questions concerning your future position
I don't have time for your indecision
Put on your coat (it's time to go [x2])
Let's leave now
Decemary is what i want
I desire change
Taking every inch too
I'm going to do everything I can
Loosing pressure is not a choice
Giving up is not an option
When I'm running with you
We're in this together
Giving up the fight
I'm not going to give up
I could never stop
I will continue pushing for change
It is dedication
It's my commitment
My gift to you
I'm doing this for you
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