In 2004, the band independently recorded and released an EP titled Make a Dent. In October of 2004, the band signed a record deal with Roadrunner Records.[1] Their self titled debut album Faktion was produced by Brett Hestla (Dark New Day) & Justin Thomas, and was recorded at Gridlock Studios in Orlando, Florida. The album was released on March 21, 2006.
Just eight months after their album was released, the band announced they had parted ways with Roadrunner.[2] They are said to be working on new material with the anticipation of releasing a new album in 2008.
The band independently released a five track b-side disc on March 20, 2007. On May 3, 2007, the band announced Gibbs' departure to pursue other opportunities. The band announced Aaron Pose as their new lead singer on August 16th, 2007.
Control
Faktion Lyrics
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Only lights to lead the way
My life left behind me
The music begins to play
With the stars to see me
Liberation lifts the shell that's on me
In a newborn image
I'm the only one who sees
Chorus:
Let the music take control
Only driven by the light that it shows
Don't take away my light
It's the only thing keeping me alive
As I'm walking forward
My shadow's got my back
I'm free from all that binds me
Still holding things intact
Now the stars can free me
As I drift into this melody
In my newborn image
I'm the only one who sees
Repeat Chorus
I found a new life
Inside this world
I found my light
I'm not letting go
Now I see all I've been searching for
It's all in sight
I found my life
Repeat Chorus
On a one way highway
And I'm the only one who sees
The lyrics to Faktion's song Control paint the picture of a solitary journey on a one-way highway with only the lights to guide the way. The singer speaks of leaving their life behind as they free themselves from the shell that has been holding them back. The music brings liberation, allowing the singer to be reborn into a new image, one that only they can see. The chorus speaks of the powerful effect that music has on the singer, allowing them to be driven by the light it shows and keeping them alive. They don't want their light to be taken away as it has been their only source of freedom and life.
In the second verse, the singer's shadow is personified as something that has their back, freeing them from all that binds them, yet still holding things intact. This symbolizes the singer's fear of leaving their old life behind completely. As they drift into the melody accompanied by the stars, they find a new life and light, which they are not willing to let go. They finally see everything they've been searching for, and it's all in sight. The song ends with the repeated chorus as the singer takes complete control of their journey on the one-way highway, with only them being the one who sees.
Line by Line Meaning
On a one way highway
I'm moving forward on a path with no turning back.
Only lights to lead the way
My guiding light is the music that inspires me.
My life left behind me
I've let go of my past and am focused on the present moment.
The music begins to play
The sound frees my mind and enables me to let go.
With the stars to see me
The universe is my audience as I become my true self.
Liberation lifts the shell that's on me
I'm breaking free from my fears and limitations.
In a newborn image
I'm born again, and everything is new and full of possibilities.
I'm the only one who sees
Only I fully understand the extent of my personal transformation.
Chorus: Let the music take control
I'm letting the music guide my path and define my destiny.
Only driven by the light that it shows
My inspiration and motivation stem from the music's radiance.
Don't take away my light
I need the music to continue to thrive and grow.
It's the only thing keeping me alive
Without the music, my life would lack purpose and meaning, and I would be lost.
As I'm walking forward
I'm advancing toward my future, one step at a time.
My shadow's got my back
Even in my darkest moments, I have my inner strength and resilience to rely on.
I'm free from all that binds me
I've liberated myself from my past struggles and now soar.
Still holding things intact
I've preserved my integrity and values through the transformation process.
Now the stars can free me
I can look up to the sky and see infinite opportunities and possibilities.
As I drift into this melody
I'm letting the music take me on an emotional and spiritual journey.
I found a new life
I've discovered a new purpose and reason to live.
Inside this world
I have everything I need within me to succeed.
I found my light
The music has illuminated my path and given me hope.
I'm not letting go
I'm committed to following my dreams, no matter what obstacles come my way.
Now I see all I've been searching for
My journey has revealed to me my true purpose and calling.
It's all in sight
I can now see my goals clearly and am taking steps to reach them.
And I'm the only one who sees
My journey is unique to me, and I'm the only one who can fully understand its significance.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JEREMY MOORE, JEREMY F COAN, JOSHUA JAMES FRANKLIN, MARSHAL KENT DUTTON, RYAN GIBBS
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@ryanrajala
Why is this the one song of theirs that constantly gets deleted
@chrismarine5734
Thank you