In January of '98 Exit 159 released their debut EP Lost On Earth (Don't Touch Me Records) to critical raves, and the two singles, "What Gives?" and "Short Ride Down", got regular rotation on KLZR 105.9 and 107.3 the X in Kansas City. They were also voted the "Best New Band" by readers at the Pitch Awards, hosted by PitchWeekly (now referred to as The Pitch). The band released their debut self-titled full-length on the same label that released their EP, and show the band continuing to explore and expand their own particular take on pop rock n' roll.
Kristie Stremel - Guitar/Vocals
Rob VanBiber - Drums
Byron Huhmann - Bass/Vocals
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Exit 159 Lyrics
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I see you fall down on your face again.
And you just lay there.
It's all the same, It's all the same.
But you're scaring me.
I can barely see. Stop scaring me to pieces.
And I can't live like this. There's so many things I would miss.
I call you, I call your name, and then climb another fence.
But I won't watch you throw your head up to the sky.
Stop scaring me.
I can barely see. Stop scaring me to pieces.
If I could I would be. And if I was there I didn't wanna see.
If I would I would be. Yes I'll always be there.
Stop scaring me.
I can barely see. Stop scaring me to pieces.
Ohhhh you're scaring me.
I can barely see. Stop scaring me to pieces.
The song "Pieces" by Exit 159 is an emotional and powerful ballad that explores the pain and fear of watching someone you love struggle with addiction or mental illness. The lyrics convey a sense of helplessness and despair as the singer watches the person they care about fall down repeatedly and seem unable to get back up. The repetition of the phrase "It's all the same" suggests a sense of hopelessness and resignation, as if the situation is never going to change and nothing can be done to help.
The chorus of the song is heartbreaking, as the singer pleads with the other person to stop scaring them and to get the help they need before it's too late. The lines "I can't live like this. There's so many things I would miss" highlight the toll that the situation is taking on the singer's own mental health and wellbeing, and the urgency of the situation is palpable. The final lines of the song are haunting and powerful, as the singer admits that they will always be there for the other person, but can't continue to watch them self-destruct.
Overall, "Pieces" is a raw and emotional song that tackles a difficult and important topic with honesty and sensitivity.
Line by Line Meaning
I watch you.
I am observing you.
I see you fall down on your face again.
I notice that you have fallen again
And you just lay there.
You remain lying there.
It's all the same, It's all the same.
The situation is repetitive and unchanging.
But you're scaring me.
Your actions are causing fear in me.
I can barely see. Stop scaring me to pieces.
Your behavior is causing me distress and I am asking you to stop.
And I can't live like this. There's so many things I would miss.
I can't continue to live in a state of constant worry for you, as there are many positive experiences I would miss out on.
I call you, I call your name, and then climb another fence.
I attempt to contact you, but continue to encounter barriers in doing so.
Would I -if you- yes I would. I'd be right by your side.
If you reached out to me for help, I would immediately offer my support and be with you throughout.
But I won't watch you throw your head up to the sky.
I refuse to stand by and watch you engage in self-harmful behavior.
If I could I would be. And if I was there I didn't wanna see.
If I had the ability, I would have intervened to prevent your current state. If I was present, I would have avoided witnessing it altogether.
Yes I'll always be there.
I will continue to be present in your life and offer support.
Ohhhh you're scaring me.
Your actions are causing significant fear in me.
I can barely see. Stop scaring me to pieces.
Your behavior is causing me distress and I am asking you to stop.
Contributed by Ellie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.