It didn't take long for I the Mighty to start making an impression on the West Coast. The quartet landed on the music director's desk at local modern rock station Live 105 around the release of Hearts and Spades, and from there it's been one milestone after another. I the Mighty have found regular radio airplay, opening slots for Deftones, Hawthorne Heights, and There For Tomorrow, as well as packed venues up and down the West Coast. Not to mention glowing reviews and coverage in Alternative Press, AMP Magazine, and on AbsolutePunk.net
"We wanted to introduce I the Mighty and Hearts and Spades to as many people as possible, so we decided to put together a 'track hunt' and make each of the songs available on different social media sites and later on Purevolume.com," explains singer Brent Walsh. "We researched how our fans and friends discovered music online and embraced that by giving them a reason to connect with us (the EP for free) and then we tried to build a personal friendship with each one." The band's marketing strategy has been an unquestionable success, with over 3,500 full EP downloads within the first 3 months of release.
In addition to their high-energy live set, I the Mighty have paired new media intellect with traditional promotion to help build a loyal and enthusiastic group of fans.
They were signed to Equal Vision records and released three albums before breaking up in 2020 due to frontman Brent Walsh receiving sexual assault allegations.
Faith in Fate
I the Mighty Lyrics
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Maybe as the day recedes, we can find what we've been missing
I thought it was the beginning
With all of the grinning and sinning
That we were committing only to giving
And living in this newfound bliss
But all at once it was shattered, and none of it mattered
To figure out just why you turned from my kiss
If it isn't real enough, then give it up, don't lock it down
If it isn't real enough, then give it up and turn around
I give up, forgive, forget, then begin to reconstruct
I thought it was the beginning
With all of the grinning and sinning
That we were committing only to giving
And living in this newfound bliss
I thought I could make it better by writing a letter
But never decided whether us tethered together
Was ever what we both really wanted from this
If it isn't real enough, then give it up, don't lock it down (fake love, you can't fake love))
If it isn't real enough, then give it up and turn around
If it isn't real enough, it's not love lost, it was never found
If it isn't real enough, then why wake up just to wait around?
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone
And this is the world telling me so
Used to have some faith in fate
Now it's something I can't shake
Tell me, is it true, that thing they say?
"Good things come to those who wait"
But, while I'm collecting dust
All the good ones get swept up
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone (if it isn't real enough, then give it up and turn around)
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone (if it isn't real enough, then give it up and turn around)
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone
The lyrics of "Faith in Fate" by I the Mighty explore the theme of uncertainty and the struggle to find genuine love and connection in a world that often feels disingenuous. The song begins with a desire for a deeper connection with someone, symbolized by the imagery of laying together under the sun. It hints at the hope of finding what has been missing in their lives. However, as the song unfolds, it becomes clear that their initial perception of the relationship was flawed.
The singer reflects on the beginning of the relationship, filled with happiness and excitement, but slowly realizing that it was built on superficiality and false illusions. The metaphor of shattered pieces represents the sudden revelation that the relationship was not what it seemed. They try to understand why the other person turned away, hoping to uncover the truth and possibly save what they thought they had.
Throughout the song, there is a recurring theme of questioning the authenticity of the relationship. The repeated line, "If it isn't real enough, then give it up, don't lock it down," suggests that if their love is not genuine, it's better to let go rather than force something that is not meant to be. The lyrics also touch on the fear of being alone and the frustration of watching others find love while feeling left behind.
Ultimately, the song explores the struggle of finding genuine love and grappling with the uncertainty that comes with it. It suggests that perhaps the singer is meant to be alone, but it also presents a sense of resignation and acceptance of this fate.
Line by Line Meaning
Lay with me, as the sun creeps through the trees
Stay with me, as the day gradually fades away, we might discover what we've been lacking
Maybe as the day recedes, we can find what we've been missing
Perhaps as time passes, we can discover what we've been searching for
I thought it was the beginning
With all of the grinning and sinning
That we were committing only to giving
And living in this newfound bliss
I believed it was the start
With all the joy and wrongdoing
That we were dedicating solely to generosity
And enjoying this newfound happiness
But all at once it was shattered, and none of it mattered
I gathered the pieces and tried to pick out the pattern
To figure out just why you turned from my kiss
But suddenly it all fell apart, and nothing mattered
I collected the fragments and tried to understand the reason
To comprehend why you rejected my affection
If it isn't real enough, then give it up, don't lock it down
If it lacks authenticity, then let it go, don't keep it restricted
I give up, forgive, forget, then begin to reconstruct
I surrender, forgive, forget, then start to rebuild
I thought I could make it better by writing a letter
But never decided whether us tethered together
Was ever what we both really wanted from this
I believed I could improve it by writing a letter
But never determined if being connected together
Was truly what we both desired from this
If it isn't real enough, then give it up and turn around
If it lacks authenticity, then let it go and change direction
If it isn't real enough, it's not love lost, it was never found
If it lacks authenticity, it's not a lost love, it was never discovered
If it isn't real enough, then why wake up just to wait around?
If it lacks authenticity, why bother waking up just to wait idly?
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone
And this is the world telling me so
Perhaps I'm simply destined to be alone
And this is the world confirming it to me
Used to have some faith in fate
Now it's something I can't shake
I used to believe in destiny
Now it's something I can't get rid of
Tell me, is it true, that thing they say?
"Good things come to those who wait"
But, while I'm collecting dust
All the good ones get swept up
Tell me, is it true, that saying?
"Good things come to those who wait"
But while I remain stagnant
All the good ones are taken by someone else
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone
Perhaps I'm simply destined to be alone
Perhaps I'm simply destined to be alone
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone (if it isn't real enough, then give it up and turn around)
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone
Perhaps I'm simply destined to be alone (if it lacks authenticity, then let it go and change direction)
Perhaps I'm simply destined to be alone
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Brent Walsh, Chris Hinkley, Ian Pedigo, Blake Dahlinger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
hawkstrike18+
@Dwėsk wait, what's too deep? This sounds like a Weeknd song to me (hence, I cannot like it for real), it's got a mainstream sound to it (not sure if this band always sounds like that tho, and maybe/clearly it's got elements that keep it from becoming truly mainstream). So I actually see what the other guy meant, it could easily be extremely popular under some circumstances, I guess. It's just not among the trending stuff tho, which would make it spread like a disease, basically.
There are artists about which the same cannot be said btw.
I too am attracted to alternative kinds of music the most, and many –but not all of those– songs got lyrics that express and reflect on certain serious feelings and deeper thoughts, fears, insecurities, etc but I'm not sure I'd call them "way too deep" exactly, and just look down on everyone who doesn't listen to what I may or may not deem the deepest stuff, thinking they're all shallow and stupid. I get what you mean, for some of them it's most likely true and they are shallow and stupid, but it's not always relevant to the music they listen to.
I think what makes ppl listen to more mainstream (")artists("), besides the obvious fact that they don't resist but instead follow the charts music for the sake of acceptance and staying "relevant"/updated/in fashion, and that certain genres get promoted way more (not only to do keep ppl dumbed down but because they simply sell quicker and bring in more money to them due to the majority of ppl being inclined to consume things that are trending – it really is a vicious cycle I think), is just, to put it simply, a different approach to the "deep" (or actually shallow) insecurities and feelings that those ppl feel; some listen to Linkin Park, others to Fiona Apple or Pink, or classical, traditional music. People got different personalities and tastes, some have a broad range of taste and invest time to search for various artists from different genres, others like very specific stuff and don't "waste" time to discover newer or different music (also because they're closeminded, or cling to their old favorites too much), others care about the lyrics too while others don't really mind what a song says and care only about the feel of the song and its catchiness... others tolerate high pitched voices and/or screams, or certain instruments and effects, others don't... you get the idea. Different personalities.
Is there a reason to belittle others to feel superior?
p.s. so many bands/singers-songwriters try to appeal to specific target groups on purpose instead of being themselves, writing for themselves, and about personal stuff that really mean something to them (and others who can relate), and cash in on sounding patriotic, mean, nihilistic, insincerely depressing/melancholic/deep, happy, sexy, etc. Whatever sells. Everything can sell. I'd complain more about them posers than the ppl who end up liking a certain sound and style. For example, I always liked 30stM, and it turned out they were faking their initial style. And they're not the only ones who changed way too much.
Speaking of examples, Radiohead, or several classic rock bands, are good ones for showing that something deeper can be rather mainstream. But of course more people will prefer the shallow, overly happy/ feel good stuff and whatever is trending (in their circles at least).
Whatever most ppl choose, they choose it to belong, usually. Relatively few ppl (afaik) spend years searching actively and choose something because it truly expresses them. Sadly, that's how the majority of humans operates... peer pressure and all. So, I don't disagree so much on the sentiment, I suppose xD I'm just saying that one isn't deeper than the next just because of the music they choose, tho your favorite music does show part of your personality, usually. Oh, then there are those who aren't so passionate about music...
ToLauderdale
Maybe I'm just meant to be alone and this is the world telling me so.
Used to have some faith in fate, now it's something I can't shake.
Tell me is it true that thing they say: good things come to those who wait.
But while I'm collecting dust, all the good ones get swept up.
This pierces through me.
Listen to Playing Catch With .22 with this song in mind.
Adriana Mullens
can't tell if this band has been helping me with this stump of depression, or making it worse-regardless im still listening.
EGGINYOURBEER
you know they help
GamerChex
this.
nic bingham
Adriana Mullens funny I remember this when I was going through withdrawals and here it is again during a hard time of my life. It’s not helping my depression btw haha just making me more sure of a broken heart.
Notebook 'Writer
Adriana Mullens art is art.
michael wane
I feel attacked by this 😂
Alex W
This entire album... perfection. It's not as catchy on the surface as Satori but its sinking into my soul in a whole different way. Especially the bridge on this song, wow.
Ian Beecher
Alex Wingrave i can already sing the bridge... such a tongue twister!
AgronoxDT
+Alex Wingrave I don't understand how this is not mainstream. This is fairly good evidence that the mainstream is guided meticulously by greedy people who seek to undermine the enlightenment of the hoi polloi.
Dwėsk
+Agronox DT dude, most pop or mainstream rock/rap/etc music is the same as annual horror flicks, they're just something that's just so much more appealing to a wide fucking audience. Yeah this music is fantastic, but it's way too deep for someone other than people already interested in this kind of music, but then again some pop artists slip in "messages" in their songs and suddenly they're the best thing ever, the industry just works in mysterious ways. Where talentless hacks rack in millions while talented artists have to quit their dreams of making music because they can't feed their family doing what they're passionate about.