Like A Storm's journey began in 2005. After rehearsing once in their native New Zealand, Matt, Chris and Kent decided to move to North America and pursue the rock n' roll dream.
"New Zealand is such an awesome place to grow up," says Chris. "It's a really inspiring place--so beautiful and isolated. But the first time we jammed, we had this amazing chemistry, and we knew we had to take our sound to the world. We left our family and friends and set up in Canada. There are so many different experiences from that time, and the songs on the record are about them."
Upon moving to Canada, it only took one show for Like A Storm to build a buzz. Kai Marcus (Methods of Mayhem/Noise Therapy) saw the band and was instantly blown away. He struck up a friendship with the guys and introduced them to multi-platinum producer/mixer/engineer Mike Plotnikoff (Three Days Grace/My Chemical Romance/ Buckcherry) in early 2006. Plotnikoff and the boys immediately began trading ideas for what would become THE END OF THE BEGINNING.
GALAXY
Like a Storm Lyrics
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I remember the days
That we had together
(So long)
You'll always be a part of me
Though time slips away
And nothing's forever
I'll hold on to the memories
I miss you now
But I feel you all around
Whenever the rain is pouring on me
You'll be shining in my memory
Wherever I go, you're always with me
You'll be shining in my galaxy
Heaven has taken you from me
(You'll be shining in my galaxy)
I can still see your face,
The sound of your laughter
Resonates inside of me
Thought photographs fade,
One thing's forever
(Hold on)
I'll hold onto your memory
I miss you now
Can you hear me screaming out?
Whenever the rain is pouring on me
You'll be shining in my memory
Wherever I go, you're always with me
You'll be shining in my galaxy
I never got to say goodbye
I never saw you close your eyes
I know one day way beyond this life
We'll be burning bright
Forever shining
You're shining
Whenever the rain (whenever the rain)
Is pouring on me
You'll be shining in my memory
Wherever I go, you're always with me
You'll be shining in my galaxy
Shining, shining in my memory
Shining, shining in my galaxy
Shining, shining in my memory
Shining in my galaxy
Heaven has taken you from me
"Galaxy" by Like A Storm is a moving tribute to a loved one who has passed away. The song begins with the heartbreaking realization that "Heaven has taken you from me." Despite the pain of loss, the singer holds onto the memories of their time together and the loved one's spirit that continues to be with them. The lyrics paint a picture of a deep and enduring connection that transcends physical space and time.
Throughout the song, the singer addresses their loved one directly, expressing their ongoing grief and longing for their presence. The chorus is particularly poignant, with the image of the departed loved one "shining in my memory" and "shining in my galaxy." This line beautifully captures the idea that the person may be gone, but their light and energy continue to live on in the memories of those they left behind.
The verses of the song provide more details about the relationship and the depth of emotion felt by the singer. They hold onto photographs and the sound of their loved one's laughter, and pledge to never forget the memory of their time together. The final lines of the song, "I never got to say goodbye / I never saw you close your eyes," add an additional layer of heartbreak and regret to the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Heaven has taken you from me
The singer is acknowledging that their loved one is gone and that they can't be with them anymore. They have been taken away by death.
I remember the days
That we had together
(So long)
The singer reflects on their past with their loved one and how happy they were together. It has been a long time since then.
You'll always be a part of me
Though time slips away
And nothing's forever
(Hold on)
The singer acknowledges that memories of their loved one will always be present within them, even though time moves forward and things change. They encourage themselves to hold onto those memories tightly.
I'll hold on to the memories
I miss you now
But I feel you all around
The artist decides to actively cherish the memories they have of their loved one and can feel that their loved one is still present in their heart despite not being physically with them.
Whenever the rain is pouring on me
You'll be shining in my memory
Wherever I go, you're always with me
You'll be shining in my galaxy
The artist explains that whenever they feel down or alone, they recall their happy memories with their loved one and feel their presence shining through the darkness. Their loved one will always be a part of them and their lives.
I can still see your face,
The sound of your laughter
Resonates inside of me
Thought photographs fade,
One thing's forever
(Hold on)
I'll hold onto your memory
The singer describes how they can still remember the sight of their loved one's face and the sound of their laughter. Even though photographs may fade, the memories remain strong and precious. The singer reassures themselves that they will hold onto the memory of their loved one forever.
Can you hear me screaming out?
The singer questions whether their loved one can hear them expressing their pain and sadness.
I never got to say goodbye
I never saw you close your eyes
I know one day way beyond this life
We'll be burning bright
Forever shining
You're shining
The artist is coming to terms with the fact that they were not able to say goodbye to their loved one, but they have hope that they will be reunited one day in the afterlife where they can shine brightly together forever.
Shining, shining in my memory
Shining, shining in my galaxy
Shining, shining in my memory
Shining in my galaxy
The artist repeats that their loved one shines bright in their memories and within their personal galaxy/ world, emphasizing the importance and impact of their loved one's memory on their life.
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