[2] Thrash Metal band formed in an 1984 (disbanded in 1988) from Baltimore, MD... featured Nothingface and Hellyeah guitarist Tom Maxwell...
How many times have you heard the "…they were a great band, but after their release in 198x they mysteriously disappeared…" story??? If you're into eighties metal, especially thrash, I'd say you heard stories such as this one many times. Well, (unfortunately) the Have Mercy story is also one of them, at least in a way…
Have Mercy was a great thrash metal band, which started and disbanded already in the Eighties. Their music consisted of great thrash riffing, wild guitar soloing and high-pitched vocals (at least most of the time). Yes, you guessed right - this was, indeed, a killer combination. Hence, Have Mercy was often compared to bands such as Agent Steel, but as you probably already know, every band is special in it's own way, and this rule surely applies to Have Mercy more than to any other band.
Fortunately in their quite short time of exsistence Have Mercy managed to release a few demos and even an EP, but on the other hand, it was even a greater shame that they didn't get a chance to release at least one whole album – they disbanded instead...
Lonnie Fletcher- Vocals, Tom Maxwell- Guitar, Dave Brenner- Guitar, Rob Michael-Bass & Vocals, John Grden-drums
Spacecrafts
Have Mercy Lyrics
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But no I had to see it for myself, so I never go insane.
I got this voice inside my head, "Don't believe a word I say."
I remember you said if you die you'd haunt me every day.
I think I caught what you caught, a general fear and a thought
I will never live again.
I was never more than a friend.
I wish I knew everyone as well as you knew me.
See we've got a good thing, it's a good thing when you're with me.
If you knew me well at all, I've never felt complete
I am an empty building bound to fall and all the stories leak.
Got a Bible but I'm the only one that had a plan for me.
Left my God in confidence ‘cause I never heard him speak.
So let me say what I want then I'll go,
There's something that you ought to know
Cause I knew that you had forgot
When I think I'm alone, I am not.
I know exactly who you are.
The song "Spacecrafts" by Have Mercy is a melancholic ballad about longing for someone who has passed away. The lyrics suggest that the singer had a special connection with the person they're singing about, and that connection is what makes their absence so difficult to bear. The first verse sets the stage for this theme by expressing the singer's desperation to see their loved one again, even if it means experiencing something strange or otherworldly. The second verse reveals a bit more about the nature of the relationship between the two: they shared a common fear or trauma that has left the singer feeling lost and incomplete since their friend's death. The final verse takes a turn towards introspection as the singer reflects on their own spirituality and doubts about the existence of a higher power.
Throughout the song, there is a delicate interplay between hope and resignation. The singer seems to want to believe that their loved one's spirit is still with them, yet they also acknowledge that they may be alone in their grief. The repeated phrase "If you knew me well at all, I've never felt complete" captures this sense of longing and inadequacy perfectly. Ultimately, the lyrics convey a deep sense of longing and the fear that the singer may never truly find closure for their loss.
Line by Line Meaning
I waited everyday for you and I know that this is strange,
I felt strange waiting for you every day but I had to see you for myself and avoid going insane.
But no I had to see it for myself, so I never go insane.
I needed to see you myself to maintain my sanity.
I got this voice inside my head, "Don't believe a word I say."
I hear a voice in my head warning me not to trust my own thoughts.
I remember you said if you die you'd haunt me every day.
I recall you saying that if you died, you would haunt me every day.
I think I caught what you caught, a general fear and a thought
I believe I acquired the same general fear and thoughts that you did.
I will never live again.
I feel like I will never truly live again.
I was never more than a friend.
I realize I was only ever a friend to you.
I wish I knew everyone as well as you knew me.
I wish I could understand everyone as well as you understood me.
We're talking of spacecrafts, we both laugh and I'm relieved.
As we joke about spacecrafts, I feel relieved and happy with our friendship.
See we've got a good thing, it's a good thing when you're with me.
Our friendship is a great thing when we are together.
If you knew me well at all, I've never felt complete
Despite being known to others, I have never truly felt whole.
I am an empty building bound to fall and all the stories leak.
I feel like an empty building on the verge of collapsing and all my secrets are leaking out.
Got a Bible but I'm the only one that had a plan for me.
Even though I have a Bible, I feel like I am the only one who can plan my future.
Left my God in confidence ‘cause I never heard him speak.
I lost faith in God because I never heard him speak to me.
So let me say what I want then I'll go,
Let me say what I want before leaving.
There's something that you ought to know
There is something important that you should know.
Cause I knew that you had forgot
Because I knew that you had forgotten about it.
When I think I'm alone, I am not.
When I feel like I'm alone, I remember that I have you as a friend.
I know exactly who you are.
I know exactly who you are as a person and value our friendship.
Contributed by Sophie E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
ray
I can't get this song out of my head 💜
smilyface38
That handshake at 00:21 is so boss
demon girl
I discovered them about three months ago and I'm addicted. I cannot stop listening. Such an amazing band that deserves more recognition. ❤️
Daily Scratchers
Wow I've never come across this tune..its so good like every Have Mercy track
Daominic
The synchronization of the vid and the song especially on the 0:24 part. Great! Haha
Julia N
I'm so excited for this album to drop!! I absolutely love their first album, I can't wait.
ngc2005
Today I met this band and I loved it...excellent sound,..greetings from Colombia
Tizzie S
Saw them live with Mayday Parade earlier this year; they were absolutely astounding, and Andrew is one of my favourite people. He is hilarious xD
Logamus Prime
See we've got a good thing, it's a good thing when you're with me…
JR Rhine
Absolutely fantastic!