Lineup:
Joey Rubenstein - Lead vocals, guitar (2009-present)
Tim Brown - Lead guitar, backing vocals (2015-present)
Zach Mclean - Bass, vocals (2011-present)
Rob Bernknopf - Drums (2011-present)
Previous members:
Tanner Russell - Lead guitar, backing vocals (2009-2011)
AJ Stacher - Lead guitar (2011-2014)
Mike Black - Bass (2009-2010)
Ryan Warrell - Bass, backing vocals (2010-2011)
Mark Haines - Drums (2009-2010, 2011)
Brian Fowler - Drums (2010-2011)
Discography:
*The Spotless Mind (2009)
*Qualia (EP, 2011)
*Love Always, Leviathan (2012)
*Icarus the Owl (2014)
*Pilot Waves (2015)
"If you’re going to try, go all the way. Otherwise don’t even start. This could mean losing girlfriends, wives, relatives, jobs. And maybe your mind. It could mean not eating for three or four days. It could mean freezing on a park bench. It could mean jail. It could mean derision. It could mean mockery, isolation. Isolation is the gift. All the others are a test of your endurance. Of how much you really want to do it. And you’ll do it, despite rejection in the worst odds. And it will be better than anything else you can imagine. If you’re going to try, go all the way. There is no other feeling like that. You will be alone with the gods. And the nights will flame with fire. You will ride life straight to perfect laughter. It’s the only good fight there is."
— Charles Bukowski
Mythomaniac
Icarus the Owl Lyrics
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At least you never were.
You thrive on deceit and you're sad on command.
You know you're not the only one
With a problem, or sins, and addictions, yeah.
Blame someone else for your problems once again
And no oh no oh no I won't let you back in.
It's not that easy yet.
Every single word that comes out of your mouth,
I can't believe, I can't believe.
Do you blame me for doubting your tact?
Well, no you shouldn't, you shouldn't.
Because you know that you're conniving.
What was once your problem is now mine.
I can't clear my head of mindless ignornace.
Ignorance, ignorance.
Selfishness is where I find the key to bliss.
Key to bliss, key to bliss.
When will I learn that trust is a myth and happiness is based on selfishness.
A dad must guard his cubs with all of his might.
No one when else cares, not like I do.
I always call the downfall.
What's important to you now?
You acnkowledge my faults.
Had you been honest, I'd help.
Near and near the worlds end,
The wretched ones will rise again.
Families who've burned in shame, will walk on those who are to blame.
And fear will be then cast upon to all of those who plagued their souls.
When will I learn that trust is a myth and happiness is based on selfishness.
A dad must guard his cubs with all of his might.
No one when else cares, not like I do.
I am ready for Fall.
you will languish alone
I will leave this behind
Keep lying to yourself.
The song "Mythomaniac" by Icarus The Owl talks about a toxic relationship with a manipulative friend. The lyrics start off by addressing the friend as a quitter, liar, and someone who was never really a friend. The friend is portrayed as someone who thrives on deceit and manipulation, and blames others for their problems. The singer of the song acknowledges that the friend is not the only one with problems, sins, and addictions. However, the friend's manipulative behavior is something that cannot be overlooked, and the singer ultimately decides to cut ties with the friend.
The lyrics then discuss the singer's struggle with trusting others. The friend's deceitful behavior has caused the singer to doubt everyone's words and actions. The singer questions when they will learn that trust is a myth and happiness is based on selfishness. They believe that they must guard their own interests above all else, especially in a world where people will walk over others to save themselves. The singer realizes that they have to let go of toxic relationships, even if it means leaving the friend behind.
Overall, "Mythomaniac" expresses a sense of betrayal, disappointment, and self-preservation. It highlights the importance of recognizing toxic relationships and learning to let go, even if it means being alone.
Line by Line Meaning
You quitter, you liar, you're not my friend.
You are a quitter, liar and definitely not my friend.
At least you never were.
You never were actually my friend.
You thrive on deceit and you're sad on command.
You often lie and you pretend to be sad whenever it is convenient for you.
You know you're not the only one With a problem, or sins, and addictions, yeah.
You are not the only one with problems, sinful habits, and other addictions.
Blame someone else for your problems once again
You always blame someone else for your problems.
And no oh no oh no I won't let you back in.
I won't allow you to come back into my life.
It's not that easy yet.
It isn't easy to repair our relationship yet.
Every single word that comes out of your mouth, I can't believe, I can't believe.
I can't believe anything you say.
Do you blame me for doubting your tact? Well, no you shouldn't, you shouldn't.
Should you blame me for doubting your tact? No, you shouldn't.
Because you know that you're conniving.
You are aware that you often deceive others.
What was once your problem is now mine.
Your problems have now become my problems.
I can't clear my head of mindless ignorance. Ignorance, ignorance.
I can't stop being ignorant and unaware of certain things.
Selfishness is where I find the key to bliss. Key to bliss, key to bliss.
Being selfish is the key to achieving happiness.
When will I learn that trust is a myth and happiness is based on selfishness.
I need to accept that trust is not real and that happiness lies in selfishness.
A dad must guard his cubs with all of his might. No one when else cares, not like I do.
As a father, I must protect my family as no one else can care for them as much as I do.
I always call the downfall.
I can always predict a downfall.
What's important to you now?
What is important for you presently?
You acnkowledge my faults.
You notice my weaknesses.
Had you been honest, I'd help.
If you had been honest, I would have assisted you.
Near and near the worlds end, The wretched ones will rise again.
As we approach the end of the world, the wretched individuals will have another chance.
Families who've burned in shame, will walk on those who are to blame.
The families who have been disgraced will hold responsible parties accountable.
And fear will be then cast upon to all of those who plagued their souls.
Fear will afflict those who have troubled souls.
I am ready for Fall.
I am prepared for the downfall.
you will languish alone
You will endure great suffering alone.
I will leave this behind
I will leave this all behind.
Keep lying to yourself.
Continue deceiving yourself.
Contributed by Hailey P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.