Over the years, lead singer Jason Tankerley’s vocal delivery has been compared to the likes of Davey Havok (AFI), Michale Graves (ex-Misfits), and Zoli Teglas (ex-Ignite / Pennywise) while adding his own vast array of vocal influences.
In 2006, ENERGY - who took their name from the title of punk rock band Operation Ivy's only album, released their debut EP Punch the Clock through Rock Vegas Records in 2007.
In May of 2008, the band signed with Bridge Nine Records to release their debut LP Invasions Of The Mind.
The band then toured the U.S. with H2O, Bane, and Cruel Hand in October, followed by their first European tour with Slapshot in November. Ending the year with a mini holiday tour with Set Your Goals, Four Year Strong, and Every Avenue.
October 2010 brought the release of the EP Walk Into The Fire.
2013 saw the release of “New Worlds Of Fear” an EP later reissued in 2016 as Apparition Sound.
In March 2017, the band toured the UK for the first time ever with Creeper, Puppy and Milk Teeth.
On July 21, 2017, the band released the EP Under the Mask which was followed by their first ever headlining tour of the U.K. with Miss Vincent as the support act.
More Than Words
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Is not the words I want to hear from you
It's not that I want you
Not to say, but if you only knew how easy
It would be to show me how you feel
More than words
Is all you have to do to make it real
'Cause I'd already know
What would you do if my heart was torn in two
More than words to show you feel
That your love for me is real
What would you say if I took those words away
Then you couldn't make things new
Just by saying "I love you"
More than words
Now but I've tried to talk to you
And make you understand
All you have to do is close your eyes
And just reach out your hands
And touch me
Hold me close, don't ever let me go
More than words
Is all I ever needed you to show
Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me
'Cause I'd already know
What would you do if my heart was torn in two
More than words to show you feel
That your love for me is real
What would you say if I took those words away
When you couldn't make things new
Just by saying "I love you"
More than words
More than words
More than words
More than words
More than words
The song "More Than Words" is about the idea that actions speak louder than words when it comes to expressing love. The singer explains that saying "I love you" is not enough, but wants their partner to show them how they feel through actions. The singer believes that if their partner were to demonstrate their love, they wouldn't have to say the words because it would already be evident. The song poses the hypothetical situation of the singer's heart being torn in two, asking their partner to show their love for them through tangible expressions rather than just saying the words.
The chorus repeats the title phrase, emphasizing that the singer wants more than just the spoken expression of love. They believe that tangible evidence of love is a more effective reminder than simply saying the words. The bridge introduces the singer's own desire for their partner to show love, emphasizing the reciprocity of the relationship. The song finishes with repeated pleas for "more than words" to prove love.
Overall, "More Than Words" is a song about the desire for actions to support the spoken expression of love. The singer believes that tangible proof of love carries more weight than the words alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Saying "I love you"
Expressing affection in words
Is not the words I want to hear from you
Words are not enough to demonstrate love and care
It's not that I want you
The problem is not about wanting or not wanting someone
Not to say, but if you only knew how easy
It is not about speaking, but about the simplicity of expressed love
It would be to show me how you feel
Demonstrating love and care is much more valuable than only saying "I love you"
More than words
Expressing love beyond superficial words
Is all you have to do to make it real
Authentic expression of love could be shown with the help of small gestures
Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me
When genuine love is shown, there is no more need for verbal affirmation
'Cause I'd already know
Actions speak louder than words and they prove genuine love and care
What would you do if my heart was torn in two
What would be your response if I faced emotional pain
More than words to show you feel
A pure expression of love is required in difficult times
That your love for me is real
True affection and care will be shown in every situation
What would you say if I took those words away
How would you react if verbal affirmation were to be removed
Then you couldn't make things new
You cannot fix things by simply saying "I love you"
Just by saying "I love you"
Verbal affirmation alone is not enough to fix a damaged relationship
Now but I've tried to talk to you
I have attempted to communicate with you
And make you understand
My goal is to clarify how I truly feel
All you have to do is close your eyes
Genuine expression of love is not difficult to create, even with closed eyes
And just reach out your hands
Rough patches can be resolved with small gestures
And touch me
Physical touch can also demonstrate, love, care, and affection
Hold me close, don't ever let me go
Providing comfort and safety is crucial to a strong and healthy relationship
Is all I ever needed you to show
I only need you to demonstrate practical love
More than words
An expression of genuine love that exceeds the superficiality of words
More than words
Love is more profound than just saying "I love you"
More than words
Love encompasses both expression and behavior
More than words
Love is conveyed through secure attachment and the affectionate behavior that this entails
More than words
Love is a commitment to providing care and support
Contributed by Aiden D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.