The band holds its roots in California, where Lifehouse's founding members first came together under the name Blyss in 1999. Blyss released a demo album entitled Diff's Lucky Day. Shortly after in 2000, the boys were signed onto a record deal with DreamWorks Records. Five of the twelve tracks from Diff's Lucky Day were re-recorded for No Name Face. This debut album went multi-platinum, standing behind the hit single Hanging by a Moment, which became the most played radio track of 2001. The song became the theme of the 2000 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, UT.
In 2002, the members of Lifehouse consisted of foreman Jason Wade, bassist Sergio Andrade, drummer Rick Woolstenhulme and Woolstenhulme's younger brother, Sean Woolstenhulme, on guitar. At this time, Lifehouse released their second album Stanley Climbfall. After a few years of touring, Sergio Andrade left the band on good terms in 2004. Sean Woolstenhulme soon followed, leaving the band to pursue personal projects.
With only Wade and Woolstenhulme remaining, Lifehouse picked up a third member, ex-AM Radio bassist/vocalist Bryce Soderberg in late 2004. The band also signed off with Geffen Records, releasing their third self-titled album in 2005. With their style of melodic rock maturing over the years, the album's feature single You and Me remained on the Billboard hot 100 chart for over 60 weeks.
Further developing their image as a band that has overcome stereotypes and endured change, the Lifehouse trio came back quickly, releasing their latest album Who We Are in June 2007. The new single First Time has since been released on radio and television.
It was announced on October 15, 2010 that the new album is called Smoke & Mirrors and would be released on December 8, 2009. However, on November 13 the band stated on its web page that Smoke & Mirrors would be released on February 2, 2010. The first single was "Halfway Gone", which was released on October 27. The Halfway Gone music video premiered on the VH1 Top 20 on VH1.com at the end of November. On December 22, Tommy2.net reported that the album had been pushed back once again, this time to February 23, 2010. The album was then delayed again, but was released on March 2, 2010. The album came in a standard, deluxe, and two-disc deluxe edition.
The album Smoke and Mirrors debuted at # 6 on the Billboard Top 200 chart with 54,203 sold. This marks the highest chart debut of their ten year career beating out first week chart position for their 2002 sophomore set “Stanley Climbfall” which debuted at # 7. On iTunes, Smoke and Mirrors was #1 on the Rock Album chart for one week. After Halfway gone, two more songs from this album were released: All In (June, 2010) and Falling In (January, 2011).
In the spring of 2010 Lifehouse toured with Daughtry and Cavo. They also did a short European tour in September, 2010. After the European tour, the US the Smoke and Mirrors tour took place (October, 2010 and November, 2010). June 11, 2011 Lifehouse stated that they are working on a new album and that they will get back in the studio in the fall. June 12 and June 13, 2011 the band played two shows in the UK. During these shows, they played a new song called 'Angeline.'
Discography:
No Name Face (2000)
Stanley Climbfall (2002)
Lifehouse (2005)
Who We Are (2007)
Smoke & Mirrors (2010)
Almería (2012)
Out of the Wasteland (2015)
By Your Side
Lifehouse Lyrics
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Cause you know I've been everywhere else
Looking back at what you got me through
You knew me better than I knew myself
When I feel lost and I can't find my way
When words are at a loss I can hear you say
I will still be around oh and I, I'm still on your side
When everything's wrong, I will still be around
By your side
Fighting my way back to where you are
The only place I ever felt at home
Stumbling backwards through the dark
I know how it feels to be alone
And where we go is where I wanna be
And in the silence I hear you say to me
I'll be by your side, when all hope has died
I will still be around, oh and I, I'm still on your side
When everything's wrong, I will still be around
I can't wait another day to show my space between
Your heart and mine, and you're all that I need
You say I
I'll be by your side, when all hope has died
I will still be around, oh and I, I'm still on your side
When everything's wrong, I will still be around
By your side, by your side, by your side, by your side, by your side
The song, "By Your Side", by Lifehouse is a touching ballad about unwavering loyalty and support. The lyrics express the desire to be with someone who has always been there for the singer, even when they felt lost and alone. The opening verse acknowledges the fact that the singer has been seeking comfort and companionship in various places, but it is only being with this person that brings a feeling of home. The chorus promises to always be by this person's side, through thick and thin, even in the darkest of times, and to offer a listening ear when words fail.
The second verse expresses the struggle to get back to this comforting presence, perhaps due to some challenging circumstances, and the pain of feeling alone. Yet, the singer longs to be wherever this person is and can hear their supportive voice in the silence. The lyrics throughout the song convey a sense of gratitude and love towards this person who has been a constant source of hope and light in difficult times. The repeated phrase, "by your side," emphasizes the message of unconditional loyalty and support.
Line by Line Meaning
All I want now is to be with you
I desire nothing more than to be with you at this very moment.
Cause you know I've been everywhere else
I have searched everywhere else, but only find solace in being with you.
Looking back at what you got me through
Reflecting on the past, I remember how you helped me through tough times.
You knew me better than I knew myself
You had a deeper understanding of who I was than I did.
When I feel lost and I can't find my way
In moments when I feel directionless and confused,
When words are at a loss I can hear you say
and when I have no words, I can hear your voice in my head.
I'll be by your side, when all hope has died
I promise to be there for you even in the darkest moments when you feel all hope is lost.
I will still be around oh and I, I'm still on your side
I will never leave you, and my loyalty will never falter.
When everything's wrong, I will still be around
Even when everything seems to be going wrong, I will not abandon you.
Fighting my way back to where you are
I am working hard to be in your vicinity once again.
The only place I ever felt at home
I feel most comfortable and content when I am with you.
Stumbling backwards through the dark
I am struggling and moving backward in my personal life.
I know how it feels to be alone
I understand the pain of being isolated and without companionship.
And where we go is where I wanna be
I want to be where you are and go wherever you go.
And in the silence I hear you say to me
In moments of quiet, I can hear your voice reassuring me.
I can't wait another day to show my space between
I am eager to express my deep love and the distance between us.
Your heart and mine, and you're all that I need
You are the only one I need, and our hearts beat as one.
You say I
You say that I am important to you.
I'll be by your side, when all hope has died
Again, I ensure you that I will be with you when you lose all hope.
I will still be around, oh and I, I'm still on your side
My love for you is unwavering, and I will never abandon you.
When everything's wrong, I will still be around
Even when everything seems to crumble around us, I will stand by your side.
By your side, by your side, by your side, by your side, by your side
I will always be right beside you, no matter what happens.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JASON MICHAEL WADE, JUDE ANTHONY COLE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mike Michael
I think this group is amazing. I am 47. this is my first time truly listening to the lyrics and music. They write amazing, touching and true to life love songs. From what I have heard so far and I am very impressed and can't wait to hear more!
Izell Astrile
I swear lifehouse knows how to capture the feelings that make you happy or sad in their music.
Jade
100% Agree with you
InjectMorphineIntoMe
This is such a beautiful song. I love when I find songs that relate to me :) I can't get enough of lifehouse.
NessieSim
Lost my mother when I was 14 yesterday marks 13 years I have been with out her. I love lifehouse and this song makes me miss her more!
Nutan Rai
god bless u
M Brown
Thank you for this!...I don't know if your user name is just a name, or displays your specific faith, but I used to be Wiccan, now I'm a Christian, and I equally respect all beliefs, because I've already been in the position of being attacked for my own beliefs. Lifehouse is a Christian band, but their songs reflect universal themes of love & faith. I loved their stuff before I followed Christ, and still love them, just from a different perspective now...there you go.
Alyssa Head
Lord "You knew me better, than I knew myself" Thank you for knowing what is best for me, and always being by my side.
JOHN C BARROS
LORD i found this song today and i wish i could now every single word to sing it to you.all i want to say is thank you for your love that carried me everyday through the ups and down,joy and sadness.there is noone like and never will be to you alone my hearts belongs.well should i say i read today the few verses of this song and pay atention.thank you lord for never leave even do i'm the one who leaves many times before....hold me in your hand and please ,please.never never let me go.i love you
Dawn Binstock Buckendahl
I've been single most of my life until I met the love of my life unexpectly. We're getting married next month. Sometimes the best people in life are worth waiting for. :)