After a solo tour in the fall of 2003, Alexakis decided to continue with Everclear, organizing a new band that made its debut in March of 2004. The new lineup consisted of bass player Sam Hudson, guitarist Dave French, and drummer Eric Bretl. In the summer of 2004, the band added keyboard player Josh Crawley, and swapped Bretl for former Everclear drum tech Brett Snyder. The new lineup released its first recording, a cover of Woody Guthrie's This Land Is Your Land, that summer. A self-released EP of performances recorded for XM Satellite Radio called Closure was given out at shows in the fall of 2004.
Free of a major label, Alexakis spent the ensuing year and half slowly recording material for a new Everclear release. He admitted that the time after the breakup of the original lineup served as a "wake up call", during which he suffered his third divorce and a filing for bankruptcy. Alexakis announced the completion of the album in early 2006,titled Welcome To The Drama Club. The new band is now on Eleven Seven Music.
In August of 2008, drummer Brett Snyder left the band after four years. He was then replaced by Tommy Stewart, who previously played in bands Fuel and Godsmack.
White Noise
Everclear Lyrics
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All the people that you know, they say you're ready to fall
I hope you know that you are better than you think you are
I hope you know you that you will never really try
I hope you know you that you are never unknown
You got a good friend on the inside
Whoa-oh
I just want to be there when you need to find your feet on the solid ground
I just want to catch you when you fall down
(When you fall down)
All the people that you know say you're living in white noise
Yeah, all the people that you know they say you're living in hell
They don't know anything
I hope you know that you are better than they say you are
I have to say that you are stronger than you know
I have to say that you are smart enough to handle any stone that anyone can throw
Whoa-oh
I just want to be there when you need to find your feet on the solid ground
Whoa-oh
I just want to catch you when you fall down
Catch you when you fall down
Catch you when you fall down
Catch you when you fall down
I want to catch you when you fall down
When you fall down
All the people that you know, say you're ready to break down
All the people that you know, say you're ready to fall
I have to say that you are better than they think you are
Have to say that you are better than them all
Have to tell you that you have an easy answer
When you need someone to call
Whoa-oh
I just want to be there when you need a hand to help you turn it all around
Whoa-oh
I just need to be there when you feel like you just need to come down
Woah-oh
I just want to be there when you need to find your feet on the solid ground
Whoa-oh
I just want to catch you when you fall down
Catch you when you fall down
Catch you when you fall down
I want to catch you when you fall down
The song "White Noise" by Everclear is about a person who is struggling with life and is being judged by everyone around them. The people they know are constantly telling them that they are ready to break down and fall, but the singer of the song wants them to know that they are better than they think they are. The lyrics also suggest that the person is living in a state of "white noise" or confusion and chaos, which is making the situation worse.
The singer of the song is offering support and encouragement, telling the person that they have a good friend on the inside who will be there for them. They want to catch them when they fall down and help them find solid ground to stand on. The lyrics are a reminder that even when things seem overwhelming, there is someone who cares and wants to help.
Overall, "White Noise" is a message of hope to anyone who is struggling. It is a reminder that there are people who care and want to help, even if things seem bleak.
Line by Line Meaning
All the people that you know, they say you're ready to break down
People around you think you are on the brink of collapse
All the people that you know, they say you're ready to fall
People around you believe that you are about to fail
I hope you know that you are better than you think you are
You should be aware that you are stronger and more capable than you give yourself credit for
I hope you know you that you will never really try
You must have faith in yourself to try and push yourself to achieve your goals
I hope you know you that you are never unknown
Remember that you are always seen, recognized, and appreciated by others, even if you don't realize it
You got a good friend on the inside
You have someone who truly cares about and supports you
All the people that you know say you're living in white noise
People around you believe you are living in a state of constant distraction and confusion
Yeah, all the people that you know they say you're living in hell
People around you believe that you are in a state of extreme suffering or difficulty
They don't know anything
You should not let other people's negative perceptions of you affect how you view yourself
I have to say that you are stronger than you know
You possess more inner strength and resilience than you may realize
I have to say that you are smart enough to handle any stone that anyone can throw
You have the intelligence and capability to overcome any obstacle or challenge that comes your way
Whoa-oh I just want to be there when you need to find your feet on the solid ground
I want to be there to support you and help you regain your balance when you feel lost and unstable
Whoa-oh I just want to catch you when you fall down
I want to be there to catch you and lift you up when you experience failure or setbacks
Have to say that you are better than they think you are
You are more capable and deserving of success and happiness than what other people may believe
Have to tell you that you have an easy answer when you need someone to call
You can always count on me to be there for you when you need support or someone to talk to
Whoa-oh I just want to be there when you need a hand to help you turn it all around
I want to be there to offer you guidance and assistance in overcoming challenges and achieving your goals
Whoa-oh I just need to be there when you feel like you just need to come down
I want to be there to offer comfort and support when you feel overwhelmed or stressed
Catch you when you fall down
I want to be your safety net and catch you when you experience failure or setbacks
I want to catch you when you fall down
I am committed to being there for you, no matter what challenges you may face or how many times you may stumble
Contributed by Gabriella H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.