Why? It’s because it reminds you of something familiar. Yet when you listen to this band from Wichita, KS, you realize you can’t quite put your finger on it. You like that. You and over 90,000 people that have watched their video for ‘Stay’ like that. You think “Wow, I dig this,” but it doesn’t sound quite like Shinedown or Theory of a Dead Man. Don’t feel bad. It’s only because you’ve lived so long underneath the Rock Umbrella that you’re used to depending on someone to tell you what you just heard. You’ll only do that with Livy High once; they have instantly recognizable songs that will never make you ask “Who is that?” And once you become a fan, you’ll be hooked for life.
Speaking of fans, Livy High wants to smash the traditional boundaries that separate music lovers and they’re not afraid to put you right in the middle of the riot. Livy High was just as comfortable on stage with the amps cranked to 11 with Papa Roach as they were with 4 acoustic guitars singing ‘Sweet Home Alabama’ with Bo Bice. They’ve brought the house down with Saving Abel and made teenage hearts melt with Jack’s Mannequin. Any band. Any fan. Anytime. Widespread fan appeal is the name of the game and Livy High wants to win them all.
No Angel
Livy High Lyrics
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The windows to my soul are tinted
Traded substance for space so you can't see inside
My deepest thoughts are completely hidden
Split apart at the seams, I'm broken too; unable, unable
If you cut me, I'll bleed, I'm just like you; no angel, no angel
Burn this halo and wings of paper
Was it safer to think I hurt like you do...feel the pain that you do? No angel
Split apart at the seams, I'm broken too; unable, unable
If you cut me, I'll bleed, I'm just like you; no angel, no angel
All these efforts in vain to crack this shell
What's inside? Even I don't know myself
Well enough to define but enough to lie
These walls are weak; don't follow me
Split apart at the seams, I'm broken too; unable, unable
If you cut me, I'll bleed, I'm just like you; no angel, no angel
In Livy High's song "No Angel," the lyrics describe someone who appears to be empty on the surface and who has built up walls to protect themselves. The opening lines suggest that this person has a facade, and that their true thoughts and emotions are well-hidden. They have made a trade-off, choosing to sacrifice substance in order to make themselves appear emotionally distant and avoid revealing their innermost self.
The chorus repeats throughout the song, emphasizing that this person is not perfect or angelic. The lines "split apart at the seams, I'm broken too; unable, unable / If you cut me, I'll bleed, I'm just like you; no angel, no angel" suggest that despite their facade, this person is just as human as the rest of us, and that they feel pain and emotions just as deeply.
The latter half of the song suggests that this person has been hurt before, and may be unwilling to let others in or reveal their true self out of a fear of getting hurt again. The lines "send me up into flames with the strike of a match / Burn this halo and wings of paper / Was it safer to think I hurt like you do...feel the pain that you do? No angel" suggest a desire to undo this facade, but also the fear of what might happen if they do.
Overall, the lyrics to "No Angel" explore themes of vulnerability, emotional pain, and the fear of revealing one's true self. It suggests that people may build up walls to protect themselves, but that in doing so, they may also keep others at a distance and miss out on the connections and relationships that make life worth living.
Line by Line Meaning
Emptiness has a face, take a look in my eyes
My hollow existence and void emotions are made visible in my eyes
The windows to my soul are tinted
My true emotions are obscured and difficult to see
Traded substance for space so you can't see inside
I have given up the depth of my character in order to protect myself from vulnerability
My deepest thoughts are completely hidden
Even my most intimate and personal reflections are concealed
Split apart at the seams, I'm broken too; unable, unable
I am damaged and fractured, unable to be repaired or made whole again
If you cut me, I'll bleed, I'm just like you; no angel, no angel
I am not infallible or pure, I am human and flawed like everyone else
Send me up into flames with the strike of a match
I am willing to destroy my own facade and reveal my true self
Burn this halo and wings of paper
My supposed purity and goodness is actually fragile and easily destroyed
Was it safer to think I hurt like you do...feel the pain that you do? No angel
I am not immune to pain and suffering, and it is easier for me to pretend that I am not special or exceptional
All these efforts in vain to crack this shell
Despite efforts to open up and reveal myself, I am still unable to truly connect with others
What's inside? Even I don't know myself
I am still discovering myself and my own emotions and thoughts
Well enough to define but enough to lie
I have a vague sense of self, but I still remain dishonest with others and myself
These walls are weak; don't follow me
Despite my attempts to appear strong and impenetrable, my defenses are easily dismantled and I am not a worthy role model
Contributed by Isabella N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ran Hartzfeld
I loved it! the backing vocals and the guitar solo especially shined to me, really great song, and also the band members are charismatic which is good. Good luck from Israel!
Regina Burke
this song never gets old :) Had a fun time participating in the video. Hope Livy High gets everything they dream of and more. Such fun & great guys :)
ca6sekhmet
Nothing but love for Livy High. I know you guys will achieve great things. :) <3
nicole potter
You guys are so awesome! Cant wait to see you guys live!!! Nicole
TheNyteChyld
Awsome video guys, Andy good to see you rockin in a band that actually wants to play!
Sarah Thornburg
This is amazing!! You have a new fan here in Wichita!!
SusieQ4FOO
Bravo!!! Well done. I particularly like how the drummer goes from playing imperfect cymbals while shes an angel, to playing a perfect kit when shes not an angel. Great direction. I also like the lighting. Check out 2:16 hes playing the guitar and the keyboard at the SAME TIME. Good vocal harmony. FLA gig???
pfstudioswichita
@1meathooks Every time I read this comment, I become more impressed. It is handled with such care, respect and compassion. Thank you for being a great spokesperson for humanity. The world needs more friends like you.
eblekj
the vid turned out great! good job to everyone involved :D
Penguin92
i cant wait for the next video. im sure it will be just as awesome as this one. that was a good day