Joan Red is:
Anthony Basurto (d. June 9, 2011) - Vocals,
Cooper Nic… Read Full Bio ↴Joan Red is:
Anthony Basurto (d. June 9, 2011) - Vocals,
Cooper Nichols - Guitar,
Joel Wilson - Guitar,
Jeff Anderson - Drums,
Brandon Vatter - Bass,

With a sound all their own and a front man with the voice to carry it, Joan Red is re-defining modern rock... and the new definition rolls like this: rock- (noun)- pronounced (rok) - JOAN RED; Powerful choruses and catchy hooks driven by thunderous guitars and driving beats. It's music that takes you to another place. A place where fans push to the front of the stage decked out in black and red to pledge loyalty to a band that most have never heard of. A place where fists pump in the air and the crowds know the words to every song. This isn't just a band. This isn't just a gig. Welcome to a place where every show is an unforgettable "rock experience". Welcome to JOAN RED. Formed in late 2006, the band wrote and recorded it's first EP "Spread The Red" at Paul Ebersold's 747 studios in 2007 and began playing local venues and building a buzz. In September 2008, they completed their first, full length album and achieved notable regional success as well as radio airplay in markets from Missouri to Mississippi and on to Florida. With 65,000 Myspace friends and over 2.5 million plays, Joan Red is currently one of the most sought after live acts in the Memphis area and boasts an impressive touring schedule with hundreds of performances to date and beyond. Genres colliding, Joan Red has manipulated modern songwriting in the Rock/Alternative/Power Rock formats to feed their 'rock hungry' audience with limitless hooks and choruses. Often described as "Disturbed" meets "The Killers," they have shared the stage with national touring acts that include Three Days Grace, Avenged Sevenfold, Seether, One Less Reason, Taproot, Egypt Central, Sevendust, Saving Abel, Staind and Trust Co. With their single "You Be The Hero" already impacting radio, their full length debut album released in August of '09, and a non-stop touring schedule covering the Eastern half of the U.S, Joan Red is undeniably ready to take on the masses.

Lead singer Anthony Basurto died in his sleep on June 9, 2011. He is survived by his mother and brother.

Changes
Joan Red Lyrics

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These lies
That crowd around your eyes
Pull your tarnished halo
Down around your neck
No love for self respect
A confidence so perfect
It won't stay the same

You're just a face
And I can't read your mind
All the faith
That you bottle inside
(Will soon set free)
No more faith
And I can't let it go
All that glitters
Your life isn't gold

But every day
And every way
I've been changing

Those nights
All crowd around your fire
And open ended wounds here
And salt inside
You lied
Well heaven's in your eyes
An empathy so worth it
It's worthless

We loved your lies
Caught by your fire
What's in your mind
Do you see the light in desire

But every day
And every way
I've been changing
I'm on my way
I'm rearranged
I've been changing

For you to notice
All the changes
They're plain to see
I've been changing
Rearranging
All the changes
Keep on changing

We loved your lies
Caught by your fire
What's in your mind
Do you see the light in desire

But every day
And every way
I've been changing
I'm on my way
Don't be afraid
I've been changing

(Every day)
(And every way)
(I've been changing)
(I've been changing)

Allow yourself to change

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Joan Red's song Changes are about transformation and growth, both on a personal and interpersonal level. The first verse describes the lies that the subject of the song tells themselves and others, and how these lies are dragging them down. Their "tarnished halo" represents their damaged self-image, and the lack of "love for self-respect" shows that they don't value themselves as much as they should. However, the chorus suggests that the subject is capable of change - the "faith that they bottle inside" will eventually be set free, and they will see that "all that glitters, your life isn't gold".

The second verse describes the subject's interpersonal relationships. The "nights" represent intimate moments shared with others, but there are "open ended wounds here" and "salt inside", indicating emotional pain and deception. The subject has lied to those they love, but their "empathy so worth it" suggests that they do genuinely care about others. The chorus repeats the message that the subject is capable of changing, but this time emphasizes that the singer themselves are also changing - "every day and every way, I've been changing".

The final verse emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and growth. The singer encourages the subject to notice the changes, to allow themselves to change, and not to be afraid. The repetition of "I've been changing" reinforces the message that transformation is ongoing and necessary.

Overall, the song is a powerful reminder that change is possible, and that personal growth is a lifelong journey. It encourages self-reflection and honesty, and emphasizes the importance of valuing oneself and nurturing healthy relationships with others.

Line by Line Meaning

These lies
Referring to the falsehood and deceit surrounding the person being addressed.

That crowd around your eyes
The lies and deceit have visibly made an impact on the person's appearance.

Pull your tarnished halo
The deceit has diminished the person's perceived moral superiority.

Down around your neck
The burden of this deceit has weighted the person down and impacted their self-worth.

No love for self respect
The person has lost their sense of self-respect due to their actions and lies.

A confidence so perfect
Despite the above, the person still seems to have an unshakeable confidence in their actions and beliefs.

It won't stay the same
Despite this confidence, change is inevitable and may impact the person's current mindset or actions.

You're just a face
The person addressing the subject has likely been hurt by their actions and sees them as nothing more than a surface-level presence.

And I can't read your mind
Despite knowing the person, the artist cannot fully understand their motives or inner-most thoughts.

All the faith
Referring to a misplaced trust in the person, despite their lies and deceit.

That you bottle inside
This trust is hidden away and not openly shared with the person being addressed.

(Will soon set free)
This misplaced trust will not last forever and will eventually come to light.

No more faith
The singer's trust in the person is gone and cannot be regained.

And I can't let it go
Despite the lack of trust, the singer still has strong negative emotions towards the person.

All that glitters
Referring to the person's material possessions, which are only surface-level and not indicative of their true character or worth.

Your life isn't gold
Despite their perceived wealth or status, the person's life is not as perfect as it may seem.

But every day
Despite the chaos and negativity, every day is an opportunity for change and growth.

And every way
Not just in one area, but in every facet of the person's life.

I've been changing
The singer has been actively working on becoming a better person, and recognizes that change is a constant process.

Those nights
Referring to a difficult period of time where the person addressed has caused pain or harm.

All crowd around your fire
Metaphorically referring to the destructive lifestyle or habits the person has been engaging in.

And open ended wounds here
The pain and hurt caused by the person's actions still lingers and has not been resolved.

And salt inside
The memories and pain of the past still sting and hurt deeply.

You lied
The person addressed has been caught in their lies and deceit.

Well heaven's in your eyes
Despite the lies and deceit, the person still seems to have an air of innocence or righteousness.

An empathy so worth it
Referring to the person's ability to sympathize with others and the value of this trait.

It's worthless
Despite this trait, the person's past actions and deceit has rendered it meaningless.

We loved your lies
Referring to the people in the person's life who were complicit or invested in their lies and deceit.

Caught by your fire
Metaphorically referring to the allure and magnetism of the person's lies and deceit, which have entranced those around them.

What's in your mind
Despite being caught and exposed, the true motives and thoughts of the person are still a mystery.

Do you see the light in desire
Possibly referring to the negative aspect of the person's desires or motivations, or questioning if they truly know what they want.

For you to notice
The artist wants to be acknowledged for their efforts to become a better person.

All the changes
The artist has made considerable, positive changes in their life that they want the person to recognize.

They're plain to see
The changes are obvious and visible to those around the artist.

I'm on my way
The singer has made progress and is moving forward in their personal growth journey.

I'm rearranged
The artist has undergone significant changes that have shifted their perspective and way of life.

Keep on changing
Change is not a one-time event, but rather a consistent and ongoing process.

(Every day)
Repeated emphasis on the fact that change is a daily occurrence.

(And every way)
Reiteration that change is not limited to one area or aspect of a person's life.

(I've been changing)
Reiteration that the artist has been actively and consistently changing.

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

SplitLocked01

Lyrics:

These lies
That crowd around your eyes
Pull your tarnished halo
Down around your neck
No love for self respect
A confidence so perfect
It won't stay the same

You're just a face
And I can't read your mind
All the faith
That you bottle inside
(Will soon set free)
No more faith
And I can't let it go
All that glitters
Your life isn't gold

But every day
And every way
I've been changing

Those nights
All crowd around your fire
And open ended wounds here
And salt inside
You lied
Well heaven's in your eyes
An empathy so worth it
It's worthless

We loved your lies
Caught by your fire
What's in your mind
Do you see the light in desire

But every day
And every way
I've been changing
I'm on my way
I'm rearranged
I've been changing

For you to notice
All the changes
They're plain to see
I've been changing
Rearranging
All the changes
Keep on changing

We loved your lies
Caught by your fire
What's in your mind
Do you see the light in desire

But every day
And every way
I've been changing
I'm on my way
Don't be afraid
I've been changing

(Every day)
(And every way)
(I've been changing)
(I've been changing)

Allow yourself to change

All comments from YouTube:

Tom Rise

This song has a lot of meanings and is perfect for the ones like me, the ones that attempt our best to change things for the better. Kudos to Joan Red for inspiring me.