Their first 12" was released in 1998, followed by their debut CD, "This Is Just The Beginning" and "No Gimmicks Needed" LP on Blackout! Records the next year. The band subsequently signed to Side One Dummy Records and released two albums, "Funeral For A Feeling" in 2001 and "From Companionship To Competition" in 2005. KYI has also released quite a few EP's and split EP's including 2002's split with fellow LIHC band Crime In Stereo.
By January, 2006 the band had been together for ten years and celebrated by playing an anniversary show with friends Inhuman, Ensign, Two Man Advantage, Shell Shock and others at CBGB.
They disbanded in the May of 2007, playing their final show in a parking lot to 200-300 people, including many close friends. Local authorities shut down the originally intended last show after the audience far exceeded the venues capacity, and so it had to be moved last minute to a car park at a LI rehearsal studio.
Some members of the band founded Black Anvil.
Eve Drive
Kill Your Idols Lyrics
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The lyrics to Kill Your Idols' song "Eve Drive" explore the themes of struggle and difference. The singer is grappling with feelings of isolation and frustration as he or she navigates the challenges of growing up and establishing their own identity. The song begins with a contemplation of the future and the uncertainty that comes with it. The singer questions whether it is necessary to subject oneself to abuse as part of the process of maturing. They wonder if it is wise to simply go with the flow or if it is better to stand up for oneself.
The song then turns to a personal conflict between the singer and an antagonistic figure who they never see "eye to eye" with. The singer expresses a desire to fight or cry, indicating the depth of their emotional pain. They question how much longer they can endure this treatment, and lash out at their persecutor, stating that it seems as if making them suffer is how their abuser gets their pleasure. The singer feels like a black sheep, excluded and ignored, and is left with the question of what makes them so different from others. They express a desire to leave the situation behind and move on, but remain resentful of the situation.
Overall, the song is a powerful exploration of the feelings of alienation and pain experienced by those who feel out of place in the world. The singer's frustration and anger are palpable, and the lyrics resonate with anyone who has ever struggled to be accepted or understood.
Line by Line Meaning
What's next, what's the right way to go?
I'm unsure about my future and which path to take.
Sometimes its better just to go with the flow.
Maybe I should just let life happen naturally without trying to control everything.
Is part of growing up to take your abuse?
Is being treated badly by others an inevitable part of maturing?
Is it mature just to let myself lose?
Is it a sign of maturity to accept defeat or negative treatment?
You and me never see eye to eye,
We have a constant disagreement or misunderstanding.
Sometimes I want to fight, sometimes I want to cry.
My emotions towards our situation are varied and intense.
How much longer can I take this pain?
I am at my breaking point and cannot endure this hurt much longer.
there's nothing good, gotten from this strain.
This conflict is not benefiting anyone involved.
I'm bending, bending, I'm gonna break.
I am under so much emotional stress that I feel like I will snap soon.
How much of this can one person take?
I am questioning my own capacity for handling this level of hardship.
It seems irrational, but I just want to kill.
My anger is escalating to dangerous levels and I am having violent thoughts.
It seems like making me suffer is how you get your thrills.
You take pleasure in causing me pain or discomfort.
I'm the black sheep that you're pushing aside.
I don't fit in with your expectations and you are ostracizing me.
What are you afraid of, what is there to hide?
I am questioning your motives for treating me this way and what you are hiding from me.
What makes me different then the people you see?
I am wondering why you dislike or mistreat me when I am not any different than others.
What is so wrong with just being me?
I don't understand what I am doing wrong that warrants such negative treatment.
The time has come to leave this behind
I realize it is time to move on from this harmful situation.
All of this fighting's just a waste of time.
Our arguments are pointless and not leading to any positive resolution.
We could make it work out if we tried.
If we both put in effort, we could potentially resolve our issues and have a better relationship.
When will you realize your problems' not mine. over.
I hope you come to the realization that your behavior and issues are not my responsibility and I am moving on from this situation.
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