Critics agreed that the phrase "on the verge" was never more poignant than … Read Full Bio ↴Critics agreed that the phrase "on the verge" was never more poignant than when listening to a track from Juniper Lane's Sirens From a Mile Back. In a tragic twist of fate, less than a year after Sirens was released to rave reviews and fan acclaim, singer Vivion Smith was involved in a nearly fatal rock-climbing accident. Juniper Lane's career came to a sudden halt despite the press attention, industry interest, and commercial radio spins Sirens was commanding.

After spending a week in a coma, Smith left the hospital to begin the arduous tasks of regaining her memory, rehabilitating her pianist hand, and rebuilding her life. A year later, Juniper Lane reconnected to explore the possibility of their own recovery and found that the drive and dynamic they once possessed was unchanged. It soon became apparent that instead of picking up where they left off, Juniper Lane was back as an even more inspired and motivated version of themselves.

Juniper Lane has mastered that which eludes so many musical acts: the ability to produce a diverse range of well-crafted songs while putting forth an unmistakably signature sound. With the recent national commercial success of bands that straddle the line between indie and mainstream rock (Death Cab for Cutie, Snow Patrol), it seems the music industry has finally caught up to Juniper Lane.

Upon returning to the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore music scenes, the band's impressive live show was met with sold-out crowds and fans soon started clamoring for a new album. The band's latest project is the record Wake From Yourself, throughout which Smith delves into the complications of rediscovering one's direction when faced with life-altering experiences: whether they be falling in love, breaking away from a painful past, or even coming out of a coma. Wake From Yourself is clearly the work of an enormously talented quartet.

The band added a fifth member (John Athayde) in June of 2008, and then opened for Coldplay at the Verizon Center in Washington DC on August 3, 2008. They are currently working on a new album with Ted Comerford and four of the songs have been mixed by Michael Brauer (Coldplay, John Mayer, Mute Math). Will Champion of Coldplay recommended the band to Michael (http://twitter.com/mhb850/status/1226881936).

Juniper Lane has toured extensively on the East Coast, including shows at colleges, clubs, and venues such as the 9:30 Club, Recher Theatre, and DC's 99.1 WHFStival, as well as performing in-studio for commercial radio and on live television. The band's incredible song-writing has afforded them the opportunity to work with such industry professionals as producer Ted Comerford (Zox, Army of Me), Joe Zook (Remy Zero, Liz Phair, Anna Nalick), Paul David Hager (American Hi-Fi, Hoobastank, Tracey Bonham), and Mitch Easter (R.E.M., Wilco, Suzanne Vega).

Impact
Juniper Lane Lyrics

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Don't let the sun
Get in your eyes
You get one shot
So make it good

Bring up your arm
To block the light
The impact can be beautiful

You can't own
Your innocence
It's what you lose
When we collide

We push back
Until we all
Are someone else's
Consequence

Make it count and time it right
We all live this common life
And you are what I have been waiting for

Your aim is true
The surface breaks
Your impact brings
The pool to life

You blur the lines
Of my mistakes
Your impact
it's just beautiful

This is what I've waited for
You are what I've been hoping for

Overall Meaning

In Juniper Lane's song Impact, the lyrics convey a message about how we only have one chance to make an impact in life and the beauty that can come from it. The idea of not letting the sun get in your eyes and blocking it with your arm suggests that we should always keep our goals and dreams in sight and not let anything distract us from achieving them. The line "The impact can be beautiful" is a reminder that even though we may face obstacles and challenges, our efforts and hard work can create something beautiful and meaningful.

The lyrics also touch on the concept of innocence and how it's inevitable to lose it when we collide with others. This could refer to conflicts and disagreements we have with others that may lead to us losing our innocence or naivety. However, the chorus offers hope in that we can still create a positive impact by making our moments count and timing them right. The line "Your impact brings the pool to life" is a metaphor for how just one person's actions can make a significant difference and impact those around them.

Overall, the lyrics in Impact inspire listeners to live intentionally and strive to make a positive impact in the world, even in small ways. It's a reminder to stay focused and not let setbacks discourage us from pursuing our dreams.

Line by Line Meaning

Don't let the sun
Do not let the brightness of life blind you

Get in your eyes
Do not be overwhelmed by life's challenges

You get one shot
You only have one chance to make things right

So make it good
Therefore make the most of the opportunity you have

Bring up your arm
Cover yourself and protect what is important to you

To block the light
From the negative impact of the outside world

The impact can be beautiful
The consequences of your actions can be positive

You can't own
You cannot possess

Your innocence
The purity and goodness of your character

It's what you lose
That which is taken from you

When we collide
When we encounter each other