Their n… Read Full Bio ↴If I Were You is a post-hardcore band from Poughkeepsie, NY.
Their new album "Wither//Without" was made available in January 2024.
Just some normal dudes with a passion for music.
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we would be nothing without you amazing people.
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Kyle Strang - Vocals
Daniel Conklin - Guitar
Randy Pasquarella - Drums/Vocals
James Russell - Bass
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sirens
If I Were You Lyrics
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To finally be free from all this pain.
But once I'm gone, will I just feel the same?
Broken on the inside, am I worth nothing?
Oh my god, what went wrong?
How did I end up here?
Flashing lights, losing sight
(Can I take this back? Have I gone too far?)
Flashing lights, losing sight
Wake me up wake me
Shattered glass and sirens
My heart begins to race
Voices saying "stay with me son"
As everything starts to fade
I never believed in faith
Is it too late now?
The light turns into shadows
And the darkness drowns me out
Something is wrong
This is not what I thought it to be
I still hear the car radio and the sound of my screams
I say the worst is over, yet here I am
Back on earth, alone with fear
Stay awake, I'm becoming so cold
There's no coming back from this
Oh god I went too far
Don't give up on me now
Please, please, please forgive me
Stay awake, I'm becoming so cold
Oh god I went too far
Don't give up on me now
Stay awake, I'm becoming so cold
Please, please, please forgive me
"Shattered glass and sirens" is a line from If I Were You's song Sirens that describes a person's internal conflict and struggle to cope with their pain. The lyrics suggest suicide as a means of escape from pain, but the person is hesitant and unsure if this is the right choice. They are afraid of dying and wonder if they will continue to feel broken even in death.
The person hears the voices of loved ones saying, "stay with me son," as they slip away. This could be interpreted as the internal battle between the person's desire to die and the hope of being saved by someone who cares for them. The lyrics also suggest a fear of the unknown, with the light turning into shadows and the person drowning in darkness.
In the end, the person asks for forgiveness and pleads for someone to stay with them, indicating that they do not want to die alone. The final lines convey a sense of isolation, with the person left alone with their fear and regret.
Overall, the lyrics of Sirens explore themes of pain, struggle, fear, and hopelessness, but also touch on the importance of human connection and the desire for forgiveness and love.
Line by Line Meaning
This is my choice, its the only way.
I have made my decision, no other option seems feasible.
To finally be free from all this pain.
I want to escape the agony that constantly haunts me.
But once I'm gone, will I just feel the same?
I wonder if death is the ultimate solution or just another beginning of suffering.
Broken on the inside, am I worth nothing?
I'm emotionally damaged and wonder if I have any value left.
Oh my god, what went wrong?
I'm surprised by the course my life has taken.
How did I end up here?
I never thought I'd be in a situation like this.
Flashing lights, losing sight
I'm disoriented and can't see clearly due to the bright lights.
Wake me up wake me up
I'm hoping to wake up from this nightmare.
(Can I take this back? Have I gone too far?)
I'm questioning my decision and wondering if it's too late to change it.
Shattered glass and sirens
My surroundings are chaotic with broken glass and the sound of sirens.
My heart begins to race
I'm scared and my heart is beating fast.
Voices saying "stay with me son"
I can hear people urging me to hang on and not give up.
As everything starts to fade
My consciousness begins to drift away.
I never believed in faith
I'm not a religious person and never held faith in anything.
Is it too late now?
I'm questioning if my fate is sealed and it's too late to change it.
The light turns into shadows
What was once light has now turned to darkness.
And the darkness drowns me out
I feel consumed by the shadows and they are overwhelming me.
Something is wrong
I sense that something isn't right.
This is not what I thought it to be
This situation has turned out differently from what I expected.
I still hear the car radio and the sound of my screams
I can hear the sound of the car radio and my cries for help.
I say the worst is over, yet here I am
I thought the worst had passed, but I'm still here and the situation hasn't improved.
Back on earth, alone with fear
I'm back in reality, but I'm still scared and alone.
Stay awake, I'm becoming so cold
I'm afraid of losing consciousness and dying, I want to stay awake.
There's no coming back from this
I realize that my decision cannot be undone and it's irreversible.
Oh god I went too far
I regret what I've done and wish I could take it back.
Don't give up on me now
I'm hoping for someone to save me and not give up on me.
Please, please, please forgive me
I'm begging for forgiveness for my actions.
Contributed by Lily T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.