Glass Houses released two EPs on July 7th 2015, both completely free. The first EP, Closed Circuit, was an instrumental project inspired by The Twilight Zone. The second EP, Remixes Vol. 1: Coronary, is a small compilation of 7 pop songs completely remixed by Glass Houses over the span of four months.
Apparitions
Glass Houses Lyrics
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It won't be long we won't be missed
We don't belong we don't exist
We live in a spotlight that shines for anyone
You thought your life mattered, you're not the only one
I have stopped feeding from the hand that praised me
Now I can't keep my hands from shaking
Asking if ego could exist without me
I'd reply with my head on the concrete
Singing, I'll keep bleeding so softly
Sleeping, but there is no heartbeat
We don't belong we don't exist
You see right through me
It won't be long we won't be missed
A haunting melody
We don't belong we don't exist
I can't wait for us to rot away
You are what you see when you close your eyes
Darkness surrounding with no place to hide
You are what you see when you close your eyes
We are all dead, fucking dead in my mind
I am shapeless, i am shifting, I am lifeless inside
All that you are will be nothing in time
We don't belong we don't exist
You see right through me
It won't be long we won't be missed
A haunting melody
We don't belong we don't exist
Pick a petal or let it fall to the ground
either way only it's remains will be found
Some days regrets they have me
My jar of mistakes smashed empty
They found their place in the cracks of the floor
Some days regrets they have me
My jar of mistakes smashed empty
They found their place in the cracks of the floor
But i'm told the darker the night, the brighter the dawn
I was born in the dark so to the night i belong
I picked myself up off the floor
I guess my home isn't where the heart is anymore
The song "Apparitions" by Glass Houses is a melancholic and profound meditation on the nature of existence and identity. The lyrics express a sense of alienation and disconnection from the world, as though the singer and their peers are invisible and insignificant. The repeated refrain "We don't belong we don't exist" emphasizes this feeling of being overlooked and unwanted. The imagery of a spotlight that shines for anyone suggests that in a world saturated with information and stimuli, it is difficult to stand out or be recognized for one's unique qualities.
The second verse of the song explores the notion of ego and self-importance, and the false sense of security and validation this can bring. The line "I have stopped feeding from the hand that praised me" suggests that the singer has realized the emptiness of seeking validation from external sources such as fame or success. The final lines of the verse, "Asking if ego could exist without me, I'd reply with my head on the concrete", show a willingness to confront the harsh reality that ambition and self-importance are ultimately meaningless.
The chorus of the song expresses a sense of hopelessness and futility, with the haunting melody suggesting a feeling of being trapped or haunted by one's own thoughts and experiences. The final verse introduces the idea of picking oneself up after a fall, but with the qualifier that the home of the heart may no longer be where it once was. Overall, "Apparitions" is a poignant and introspective song that grapples with themes of identity, purpose, and belonging.
Line by Line Meaning
We don't belong we don't exit
Feeling alienated and separated from society
It won't be long we won't be missed
The singer feels insignificant and believes that nobody will miss them when they are gone
We live in a spotlight that shines for anyone
Everyone can see their every move and thought, trapped in the limelight
You thought your life mattered, you're not the only one
The artist points out that there are many others who once thought they mattered as well
I have stopped feeding from the hand that praised me
The artist does not want to rely on others for validation
Now I can't keep my hands from shaking
Living without validation is difficult and can be stressful
Asking if ego could exist without me
Questioning the purpose of one's existence
I'd reply with my head on the concrete
The artist would rather end it all than live without purpose
Singing, I'll keep bleeding so softly
The artist is struggling internally and silently
Sleeping, but there is no heartbeat
The artist might be living, but they feel dead inside
You see right through me
The singer feels exposed and vulnerable
A haunting melody
Sadness and pain make the artist feel trapped and haunted
I can't wait for us to rot away
The singer is looking forward to the end of everything
Darkness surrounding with no place to hide
The singer is consumed by sadness and cannot see a way out
We are all dead, fucking dead in my mind
The singer feels hopeless and nothing appears to matter
All that you are will be nothing in time
Life is fleeting and we will all be forgotten
Pick a petal or let it fall to the ground, either way only it's remains will be found
It doesn't matter how one chooses to live, in the end nothing really matters
Some days regrets they have me, My jar of mistakes smashed empty, They found their place in the cracks of the floor
The singer has a lot of regrets and can't forget his/her past mistakes that make living in the present difficult
But i'm told the darker the night, the brighter the dawn, I was born in the dark so to the night i belong
The singer might feel hopeless now, but there might be a brighter future
I picked myself up off the floor, I guess my home isn't where the heart is anymore
The artist has come to terms with the fact that they don't belong anywhere
Contributed by Luke I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
alma romero
Omg I've been waiting for new music from you guys!
GunnyBear 582
Sameeee
Hello!Nurd
Goddamn, Invogue Records needs more recognition!!!
Coty Vespo
Justin Convictions is from my home town so I've seen them so many times at the local venues but the others were crazy good!
Justin
@Coty Vespo I was going to go to one of those shows but I couldn't get a ride. I've seen Convictions and they're great but I really wanted to see EDIU, Glass Houses, and other InVogue bands. Glad you had a good time!
Coty Vespo
Justin I just seen Glass Houses with Everyone Dies in Utah, Convictions, and Conspire and I was nothing but blown away
Justin
That's what I'm saying! Their new signings are great! Everyone Dies In Utah, Convcitions, Follow My Lead, and more.
Tony Adamski
@glasshouses keep up the great work love your music can't wait to see more
Danny_Phantøm
OKAY THIS BAND IS AMAZING I CAN'T STRESS HOW MUCH I LOVE THEM
funofme
digging this! excited for the album!