Before the release of 3D, the band released an EP titled Green Light, Go! and a self titled compilation of demos before being signed to Sumerian Records, where they've since remained. They also released a few Pre-Production demos of songs that would later be featured on 3D. Shortly after the albums release, Zack Johnson would leave the band and temporarily be replaced by Chris Moore, who was also featured on the bands music videos for 3-D and What This Means To Me. Johnson returned after Moore left the band due to "artistic differences" and joined the band on Warped Tour 2010.
The band released their second full-length album The End of the World Party on February 22, 2011. The album is noticeably different from 3D as it's a lot less heavy and more pop punk sounding. They played Soundwave 2011 in Australia, supported We the Kings alongside VersaEmerge in the United Kingdom, and played on the 2011 AP Tour along with Conditions, VersaEmerge, Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows, and Black Veil Brides. The band also made its national TV debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live performing "Glow" and "What This Means to Me."
I See Stars joined the 2011 Scream It Like You Mean It tour supporting its headliners Breathe Carolina and Chiodos, and also featuring Mod Sun, The Color Morale, and The Air I Breathe.
I See Stars released their third full-length album, Digital Renegade, on March 13, 2012. They took a heavier, more hardcore route with this release, but they still retained that electronic feel, with synthesized clean and screamed vocals. It also features guest vocals by Danny Worsnop of Asking Alexandria on the track "Endless Sky," as well as guest vocals by Cassadee Pope of Hey Monday fame on the track "Electric Forest."
Before the release of their fourth album, New Demons, which released on October 22, 2013, the band exclusively premiered their first single for the album, Violent Bounce [People Like ¥øµ] on Alternative Press and played Ten Thousand Feet live during Warped Tour 2013. On August 27, 2013, the band announced their North American headlining tour Started From The Bottom Now We Here with The Word Alive, Crown the Empire, and guests Dayshell, Get Scared, and Palisades, which started on October 29 and ended on November 24.
On July 31, 2015, the band released an acoustic album titled Phases, which featured many of their older songs reimagined as acoustic songs along with a few cover songs that were also acoustic. Jimmy Gregerson would be kicked from the band due to unknown reasons and Zach Johnson was kicked from the band as well. Devin would replace Zach as the unclean vocalist and Andrew Oliver would be moved from drums to keyboards and synth. The bands fifth album, Treehouse , was released on June 17, 2016. This album, unlike their previous two, isn't very heavy and is more chill. Acoustic versions of some songs from the album were released on April 6, 2018.
After a 5 year hiatus and Instagram account wipe, the band finally teased that they'd be releasing new material soon. According to the band on Twitter, the highly anticipated sixth album will feature more than 12 songs.
Follow Your Leader
I See Stars Lyrics
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Life is too short to be wasting all your time
So sick of playing this game of follow the leader
And it seems the world is held together
By the same strings that tug our hearts
And they twist and they pull and get tangled up
You aren't taught to follow your dreams
American standard
The future's as bright as it seems
There's evil in this world even if you don't see it
You have to look a little closer, closer
You have to lend me your ears
And just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all my time
Obsessed and terrified
We're the ones who control our lives
So sick of playing this game (Fuck)
So sick of playing this game!
You want truth, I can't tell you what is real
On that shining box you call a life
I refuse, I resist to live this way
Solve or be solved. Walk the walk
Follow the leader,
Follow your leader!
I refuse: I resist to live this way
Will you find your own way?
[x2]
Just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all your time
[x2]
Just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all my time.
Obsessed and terrified
We're the ones who control our lives.
Just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all my time.
We're the ones who control our lives,
Yeah we're the ones who control our lives.
The lyrics to "Follow Your Leader" by I See Stars carry a powerful message about individuality and breaking free from societal norms. The song begins with the reminder that life is short and wasting time is not an option. The band then expresses their frustration with the game of "follow the leader" that many people feel trapped in. They question the strings that hold the world together and wonder why they always seem to lead to conformity and lack of individuality.
The chorus features a resounding statement of resistance, telling the listener to refuse to live in the same way as everyone else. They encourage others to find their own way and to not fall into the trap of following a leader blindly. The bridge of the song acknowledges that there is evil in the world, but that it can be overcome by looking closer and lending an ear to those who need it. Ultimately, the song ends with the same message of controlling one's own life and not wasting time following others.
Overall, "Follow Your Leader" is a call to action for those who feel like they are stuck in a rut of conformity. It urges listeners to break free and find their own path in life, rather than simply following the crowd. The themes of individuality and empowerment are strong throughout, making it a powerful anthem for anyone who is tired of playing the game of follow the leader.
Line by Line Meaning
Just try to keep in mind
Remember this important information
Life is too short to be wasting all your time
Don't spend your precious time foolishly
So sick of playing this game of follow the leader
Tired of blindly conforming to societal pressure
And it seems the world is held together
The world appears connected
By the same strings that tug our hearts
Controlled by emotions
And they twist and they pull and get tangled up
These emotions are complex and messy
And it seems we're all so stuck in this normal way of living
Society is rigidly structured, limiting individual potential
You aren't taught to follow your dreams
Society discourages chasing personal aspirations
American standard
The typical and expected way of life in America
The future's as bright as it seems
The future holds promise
There's evil in this world even if you don't see it
Bad things can occur even when ignored
You have to look a little closer, closer
Pay attention to small details
You have to lend me your ears
Listen closely
Obsessed and terrified
Overly concerned and scared
We're the ones who control our lives
Individuals have power over their own lives
You want truth, I can't tell you what is real
Honesty can be elusive
On that shining box you call a life
Referring to a television or other devices that consumes time
I refuse, I resist to live this way
Choosing not to conform to societal norms
Solve or be solved. Walk the walk
Take action or face consequences
Follow the leader, Follow your leader!
Being pressured to follow others
Will you find your own way?
Encouragement to find personal fulfillment and happiness
Just try to keep in mind
Remember this important information
We're the ones who control our lives,
Individuals have power over their own lives
Yeah we're the ones who control our lives.
Individuals have power over their own lives
Lyrics © Sumerian Music Group
Written by: Jeff Valentine, Jimmy Gregerson, Zach Johnson, Devin Oliver, Andrew Oliver, Brent Allen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jordan Holman
Just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all your time
So sick of playing this game of follow the leader
And it seems the world is held together
By the same strings that tug our hearts
And they twist and they pull and get tangled up
And it seems we're all so stuck in this normal way of living
You aren't taught to follow your dreams
American standard
The future's as bright as it seems
There's evil in this world even if you don't see it
You have to look a little closer, closer
You have to lend me your ears
And just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all my time
Obsessed and terrified
We're the ones who control our lives
So sick of playing this game (Fuck)
So sick of playing this game!
You want truth, I can't tell you what is real
On that shining box you call a life
I refuse, I resist to live this way
Solve or be solved. Walk the walk
Follow the leader,
Follow your leader!
I refuse: I resist to live this way
Will you find your own way?
[x2]
Just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all your time
[x2]
Just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all my time.
Obsessed and terrified
We're the ones who control our lives.
Just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all my time.
We're the ones who control our lives,
Yeah we're the ones who control our lives.
Songwriters: Jeff Valentine / Jimmy Gregerson /
What Nani
Just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all your time
So sick of playing this game of follow the leader
And it seems the world is held together by the same strings that tug our hearts
And they twist and they pull and get tangled up
And it seems we're all so stuck in this normal way of living
You aren't taught to follow your dreams
American standard
The future's as bright as it seems
There's evil in this world even if you don't see it
You have to look a little closer
You have to lend me your ears
And just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all my time
Obsessed and terrified
We're the ones who control our lives
So sick of playing this game, FUCK
So sick of playing this game
You want truth
I can't tell you what is real on that shining box you call a life
I refuse, I resist to live this way
Solve or be solved, walk the walk
Follow the leader
Follow your leader
I refuse, I resist to live this way
Will you find your own way?
Follow the leader
Follow your leader
I refuse, I resist to live this way
Will you find your own way?
Just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all your time [x2]
And just try to keep in mind, life is too short to be wasting all my time
Obsessed and terrified
We're the ones who control our lives [x2]
Just try to keep in mind
Life is too short to be wasting all my time
We're the ones who control our lives
Yeah, we're the ones who control our lives
FantumEX
Come back to this after 6 years. Still as good as I remember. Life is too short to be wasting all your time. I was listening to this when i was an unemployed 17 year old. Life has changed since then for the better.
Deion Mitchell
In my opinion New Demons is their best album. Very CATCHY songs! GREAT uncleans, cleans were spot on! Digital Renegade comes second. I told Devin how much I loved the album & his voice & the guy was so grateful & happy I said that. Not a disappointing album. Breakdowns are catchy too
Jay Burris Wayne
Deion Mitchell Treehouse has catchier songs.
Grant Walker
+blake “lethel water” wilson unclean is the correct term for it.
bluefieldchecker
I Agreee
Methefuhrer
I totally agree. This album is amazing! Clean and unclean vox are pretty awesome.
blake wilson
alright nether heard someone say uncleans befor
Marisol Bustillos
Cuando tenía 14 años escuchaba i see stars después de llegar de la secundaria han pasado 6 años y aún me siguen latiendo estás rolas,me entra melancolía porque ahora soy adulto y por la situación de la pandemia al menos estás canciones me hacen viajar a mi adolescencia de felicidad 💕❤️
Techno Creed
Misma situación linda
Hi, I Think I'm Real
1:53 Jesus, I love that moment. Goosebumps, man.