They have toured across the U.S. since 2006 and have made their way to Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Japan, and Brazil. The list of conventions and festivals the band has appeared at is extensive, including performance spots on Vans Warped Tour and Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival. Their last performance was at Yama-Con on December 3, 2017.
Final band members include: Johnny Yong Bosch (guitar, lead vocals), Masataka "Polo" Yazaki (lead guitar), and Ginny Eck (bass, violins, vocals).
Don't Bury Your Eyes
Eyeshine Lyrics
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I know it's not the time to
Give up my final try
Hoping that no one will notice me
This is all that I have
I know that it's not enough
To keep your interest
C'mon, just show me your face because
We've got no time to waste
We've gotta work this out (Oh oh whoa oh)
We've gotta break this down…
Stressful life we can't deny
They know it's not the time to
Give up my final cry
Hoping that no one will notice me
This is all that I have
And I know that it's not enough
To keep your interest
But it's all I've got, so
C'mon, just show me your face because
We've got no time to waste
We've gotta work this out (Oh oh whoa oh)
We've gotta break this down
Too much, too fast, too soon, this will never last...
No, don't bury your eyes
We've got too much to lose here
'Cause I want you to know
That you're all I've got, so
C'mon, just show me your face because
We've got no time to waste
We've gotta work this out (Oh oh whoa oh)
We've gotta break this down
C'mon, just show me your face because
We've got no time to waste
We've gotta work this out (Oh oh whoa oh)
We've gotta break this down
We've gotta work this out
We've gotta break this...
The lyrics to Eyeshine's song "Don't Bury Your Eyes" are about feeling like a hapless victim and hoping that no one will notice the singer as they struggle through life. The singer admits that all they have may not be enough to keep someone's interest, but they refuse to give up on trying to work through their problems. The chorus repeats the plea for someone to "just show me your face" because there is no time to waste and they need to work things out.
The second verse describes the stress of life that cannot be denied, and the need for the singer to let out their final cry. They still hope that no one will notice, but they acknowledge that this is all they have. The bridge emphasizes the urgency of the situation, warning against burying one's eyes and reminding the listener that there is too much to lose. The song ends with a repeated call to work things out and break down whatever barriers are standing in the way.
Overall, the lyrics express a sense of desperation and urgency, as the singer pleads for help and understanding while acknowledging the limitations of their situation. The chorus in particular is a powerful and emotional plea for someone to connect and work through problems together.
Line by Line Meaning
Hapless victim standing by
I am a helpless bystander in this situation
I know it's not the time to
I understand that now is not the appropriate moment to do something
Give up my final try
I still want to attempt one last effort
Hoping that no one will notice me
I am trying not to draw attention to myself
This is all that I have
I don't have much to offer
I know that it's not enough
I am aware that what I bring to the table may not be sufficient
To keep your interest
I am concerned that I may not be captivating enough to maintain your attention
But it's all I've got, so
Despite my inadequacy, this is the best I can offer
C'mon, just show me your face because
Please reveal yourself to me, because
We've got no time to waste
There is an urgency in this situation
We've gotta work this out (Oh oh whoa oh)
We need to find a solution to this dilemma
We've gotta break this down…
We need to deconstruct this issue and analyze each piece
Stressful life we can't deny
We cannot ignore the challenges of life
They know it's not the time to
Others recognize that now is not the moment to take action
Give up my final cry
I am still trying to seek help and resolution
Too much, too fast, too soon, this will never last...
We need to slow down and take our time, or this will not endure
No, don't bury your eyes
Please do not avoid this situation or ignore the problem
We've got too much to lose here
There is a lot at stake in this situation
'Cause I want you to know
Because I need you to understand
That you're all I've got, so
You are my only option
We've gotta work this out
We need to find a solution to this dilemma
We've gotta break this down
We need to deconstruct this issue and analyze each piece
Contributed by Brooklyn D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@KleptoCosplayer
I can recognize Johnny Yong Bosch's voice anywhere and when I found out he had a band I said, out loud "No Way!" I love youtube for letting me find this! I Love You Johnny!
@theorigin12
gotta love this song so happy i heard them live at Youmacon 2007!
@victoriatipton6753
I got to see these guys at Yama-Con last december , got up on stage with my best friend with them , and got a damn drum stick :DD It was amazing meeting those guys , super fucking cool!
@Killerclownmeat
They rock hard~
@hightone4ever
I know there so freaken good I went to there concert on accident in sioux fall back 2 years ago, I was in a marching band comp and me and my friend snuck out and we saw people going to a anime conv so we followed and we jammed out to this song it was so freaken cool! I wanna go to another soon
@tomyo75
First song they played, I was sitting on stage :)
@gonard12
i like how there arent really any eyeshine haters (haha i think its cuz theyre so badass)
@aerinnstalter8266
It still cracks me up that my 20+ year old speakers crack whenever playing this song XD
@wafflez2000
BUT I LOVE THIS SONG!!!!
@fightman13500
great song power eyeshine