The sophomore album Intersections followed after another two long years of touring, marking a refocus of Into It. Over It.'s sound from pop punk-oriented songs to a more instrumentally broad, indie-centric approach. With a new live lineup to match the sonic shift, Into It. Over It. went out on the road again and appeared not only on long headlining tours, but also large festivals such as Lollapalooza and Riot Fest. Between the never-ending string of full band and solo shows that Evan is perpetually caught on, work on the third Into It. Over It. album has begun with a January 2015 writing session, entailing Evan and Into It. Over It.'s current drummer Josh Sparks being holled up in a cabin for thirty days. Since the fifth grade, Evan spent many years writing, recording and touring in bands. His first band was The Progress, formed with his grade school friends. Evan was a bass player in many of his early bands as a result of losing a coin toss with the other members of The Progress to decide who would play guitar in the band. Prior to the initiation of Into It. Over It., Evan was also in Damiera, Up Up Down Down Left Right Left Right B A Start, Labour, Map the Growth,, The Funeral Bird, Hiroshima Mon'Amour, Sleeper Agents, The French Connection, Emergency and Forgive Her Choke Her. More recently, Evan has spent his time off from Into It. Over It. in Stay Ahead of the Weather with the other members of Into It. Over It.'s first touring lineup, Pet Symmetry with members of Dowsing, and Their / They're / There with Matthew Frank of Loose Lips Sink Ships and Mike Kinsella of Owen.
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Into It. Over It. Lyrics
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The opening line "We're watching 40 hours turn to 36" is a reference to the similarities between a work week and a relationship. The singer implies that the flame between them and their partner is dwindling rapidly, just like the loss of a couple of work hours. This revelation causes discomfort and unease, as they confess "Honestly, it makes me sick." The singer struggles with being honest, but their pride and communication skills force them to speak their mind. "Well, I seem to be behind with what everyone in this office knows" is an important line, as it highlights their awareness of being on the outside of the circle, perhaps on the periphery of both their work colleagues and romantic partner.
The colour pink is often associated with femininity and is often used as a symbol of submission, weakness, and vulnerability. The pink sheet paper with notes written down represents the power dynamic in the relationship or workplace. It's a metaphor for the subtle jabs and notes left behind, indicating that the person in power is always watching and keeping track of their subordinates or partners. The singer acknowledges that they are misunderstood, but feels that "greener pastures" (an idiomatic expression for a better situation) aren't the answer. They wear their emotions on their sleeves and don't shy away from confrontation. The line "Forming a straight (single file) line so no one will know to give credit where credit's due" is an apt summary of the song's themes. It reveals the power dynamics present in the workplace or within a relationship, where one person is always trying to maintain the upper hand, and the other is left feeling disrespected and unnoticed.
Line by Line Meaning
We're watching 40 hours turn to 36.
We're witnessing how the expected work hours are gradually decreasing, which is not a positive sign.
Honestly, it makes me sick.
Honestly, it disgusts me to see how the working conditions are deteriorating.
I don't have enough tact to not address this, but I've got excellent people skills and pride to match it.
Even though I lack diplomacy, I possess excellent abilities to communicate with colleagues and a sense of dignity to complement them.
"Well, I seem to be behind with what everyone in this office knows."
"It seems that I am not up to date with the latest news and gossip in this workplace."
Just because I'm the one who opened my mouth, it's a pink sheet paper with all your notes written down.
Simply because I spoke up, now there is a document where all your comments and reactions are recorded.
Misunderstood as par for understandings go, but greener pastures aren't the answer as the heart on my sleeve should show.
Although my message might have been misinterpreted, simply quitting is not a solution, and my vulnerability is evident.
Cause you seem to be behind with what everyone in the office knows, but it appears you're right on time as far as passive aggressive behaviour goes.
You may be unaware of some developments in the company, but your behavior of indirectly expressing your dissatisfaction is working just fine.
Forming a straight (single file) line so no one will know to give credit where credit's due.
Creating a queue in a way that it's impossible to acknowledge who actually deserves recognition for their efforts.
Contributed by Sebastian C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.