Man Overboard was formed by childhood friends, Nik Bruzzese and Wayne Wildrick, when they began writing songs together at Nik's Small Hill Studio. Wildrick then invited Zac Eisenstein, who at the time was vocalist of the band The Front Page which Wildrick was also a member of, to sing and play guitar. Justin Mondschein from the band Bangarang! was asked to play drums but after he, and a revolving door of other drummers left, Justin Collier (another member of The Front Page) took over drums full time. The core line up of the band was then completed. They entered the studio in 2008 to record their debut EP, Hung Up on Nothing. The band then went on a nationwide tour to promote the now out of print EP.
In November 2009, they signed with Run for Cover Records where they released a three song digital EP entitled, Dahlia, which was produced by Jesse Cannon. This was followed by a split with good friends, Transit, in December 2009.
In 2010, the 10 track compilation entitled, Before We Met: A Collection of Old Songs, featuring songs from Hung Up on Nothing was released on Panic Records in February. The band then released an acoustic EP on Run for Cover, Noise from Upstairs in March. But perhaps their most acclaimed work to date was their debut album, Real Talk. Released on CD, vinyl and digital format on July 20 on Run for Cover Records. The album picked up a favorable review from Absolute Punk who called it "the pop punk album of the summer", Amp Magazine calling it "A 5 star, 10 out of 10 release. A must pick up listen in every respect" and Australian website Killyourstereo calling it "the best pop punk album of 2010" and rating it 98 out of 100. On the back of Real Talk, Man Overboard have toured the US with such bands as The Wonder Years, The Swellers, Fireworks and Transit and Europe with Senses Fail, The Ghost Inside, Transit and All or Nothing.
Founding member and guitarist Wayne Wildrick left the band in August 2010 due to personal reasons. Then-drummer Justin Collier replaced Wildrick on guitar and Mike Hrycenko (who was also in The Front Page) joined on drums.
In December 2010, Man Overboard signed with Rise Records and announced they will release their sophomore full-length with Rise as well as Run for Cover in 2011. Prior to releasing the album, the band will put out another compilation LP on Run for Cover entitled The Human Highlight Reel, that features Dahlia, Noise from Upstairs, Real Talk B-Sides, a "Promise Ring" cover and two brand new songs as well as a new 7 entitled The Absolute Worst on Rise on February 22, 2011.
In April 2011, Wayne Wildrick rejoined the band and stated that his reason for his departure in 2010 was down to anxiety. He played his first performance back at Bamboozle, and the band continued as a 5 piece.
In August 2011, they announced that their new album would be self-titled and will be released on Rise Records on September 27. They also released the track listing and album artwork.
It was confirmed in July 2011 that the band was added to the opening act of the Pop Punks Not Dead Tour this Fall headlined by New Found Glory. Other opening acts include Set Your Goals, The Wonder Years, and This Time Next Year.
In December 2011, Man Overboard acted as direct support for The Early November on several of their reunion shows in the Eastern United States.
For the first half of 2012, Man Overboard will be touring the United States and Europe, with many different bands, including Trapped Under Ice, The Story So Far, Save Your Breath, and Handguns.
On January 4th, 2012, it was confirmed that the band will be playing all of the 2012 Vans Warped Tour.
Drummer Mike Hrycenko did not join Man Overboard for their performance at the Pop Punk The Vote Tour.
Man Overboard have announced that they have parted ways with Mike Hrycenko during the PPTV tour. He left on good terms, stating he was pursuing a college degree.
2- Man Overboard is an english jazz combo: swing and gypsy jazz.
Leading this stunning band are violinist, Thomas Gould and star of London swing, clarinetist Ewan Bleach. This great partnership is complemented by the unique voice of Louisa Jones and a hot rhythm section with Jean-Marie Fagon on guitar and Dave O’Brien on the double bass.
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Night Feelings
Man Overboard Lyrics
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He watched the story unfold
In the grass underneath the trees
Inside a red SUV two silhouettes and no second guessing
"Is someone tryna to test me?" he thought to himself
Once upon a time I was an innocent little kid
And I felt like I knew everything,
Just raise your guard and say, "Keep your heart"
You can't get burned if you put out the spark
I feel I just can't win, let myself down again
Just raise your guard and say, "Keep your heart"
Those five weeks felt like forever
He waited this whole time to see her again
And of course wouldn't you know
(This happened two summers ago)
She showed up with her cool new boyfriend…
It's starting to annoy him, he thought to himself
Once upon a time I was an innocent little kid
And I felt like I knew everything,
Now everything's against me
Just raise your guard and say, "Keep your heart"
You can't get burned if you put out the spark
I feel I just can't win, let myself down again
Just raise your guard and say, "Keep your heart"
So I'd set it straight she never know
If we die today you had me at hello
I swear that I loved you
I know I throw that word around
But I mean it, I swear I fucking mean it
And you're gone and you're gone
Safe keep your heart
And I can't win, I can't win
You need your space again
It's not the right time or place again
You lied right to my face again
In your basement, we were wasted
I always try to talk at the worst times
You dated many boys, I'm the worst kind
Every word I write it's the worst line
So if I hurt her feelings, she hurt mine
[Repeat: x2]
(And I can't win, I can't win)
Raise your guard, raise your guard, safe-keep your heart
You can't get burned if you put out the spark
The song "Night Feelings" by Man Overboard is a heart-wrenching portrayal of a difficult situation involving someone who is caught in a love triangle. The singer watches as the object of his affection is constantly with her new boyfriend, and he feels helpless and defeated as a result. He reminisces about a time when he was naive but thought he knew everything, and he believed in the power of love. Now, he feels that everything is against him and he can’t win.
The lyrics are full of poignant imagery that adds depth to the emotions conveyed in the song. The first verse describes the setting, as the singer watches the two people he cares about from a distance. The second verse introduces a time frame, as the singer looks back on waiting five weeks to see her again only to have his hopes dashed. The refrain is a call to action, urging the listener to stay guarded and protect their heart. It’s a message of self-preservation and self-care that resonates with anyone who has ever been hurt in love.
The song is an emotional rollercoaster that speaks to anyone who has ever been in a relationship or dealt with complicated emotions. It’s a reminder that sometimes life doesn’t go the way we want it to, but we have to stay strong and be true to ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
He sees them both everyday now
He witnesses them together every day
He watched the story unfold
He observed how things developed
In the grass underneath the trees
The scene was set within the bushes and trees
Inside a red SUV two silhouettes and no second guessing
There were two people inside the car and he knew what they were doing without any doubts
"Is someone tryna to test me?" he thought to himself
He thought that someone was deliberately trying to put him in a difficult situation
Once upon a time I was an innocent little kid
There was a time when he was naive
And I felt like I knew everything,
At that time, he had a feeling of being all-knowing
Now everything's against me
Presently, he feels unsupported
Just raise your guard and say, "Keep your heart"
Be cautious and protect yourself
You can't get burned if you put out the spark
If you avoid the initial attraction, you won't get hurt
I feel I just can't win, let myself down again
He feels like he keeps failing and disappointing himself
Those five weeks felt like forever
The five weeks seemed like an eternity
He waited this whole time to see her again
He eagerly waited for her to return
And of course wouldn't you know
As expected
(This happened two summers ago)
This was two summers ago
She showed up with her cool new boyfriend…
She arrived with her new boyfriend, who seemed very impressive
It's starting to annoy him, he thought to himself
It is beginning to irritate him
So I'd set it straight she never know
He wants to clarify something with her without letting her know
If we die today you had me at hello
He is telling her that he fell in love with her at first sight
I swear that I loved you
He passionately loves her
I know I throw that word around
He is aware that he often uses the word love
But I mean it, I swear I fucking mean it
This time, he is serious and really means it
And you're gone and you're gone
She is gone now and there's no way to bring her back
Safe keep your heart
He hopes she will keep her heart safe and sound
You need your space again
She requires her own space once more
It's not the right time or place again
The present moment is not appropriate to talk
You lied right to my face again
She lied to him directly
In your basement, we were wasted
They drank way too much alcohol in her basement
I always try to talk at the worst times
He always tries to discuss things at inconvenient moments
You dated many boys, I'm the worst kind
He feels he is the worst kind of guy compared to her previous boyfriends
Every word I write it's the worst line
He feels like everything he says is terrible
So if I hurt her feelings, she hurt mine
If he has hurt her, she has hurt him too
(And I can't win, I can't win)
He feels like he cannot succeed
Raise your guard, raise your guard, safe-keep your heart
Protect yourself and your heart from getting hurt
You can't get burned if you put out the spark
Don't let things get heated and you won't get burned
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JUSTIN MONDSCHEIN, MIKE HRYCENKO, NICHOLAS RYAN BRUZZESE, STEPHEN LEE KLEIN, WAYNE FRANKLIN WILDRICK, ZACHARY ROSS EISENSTEIN
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Cristelle Arriaga
"You need your space again, It's not the right time or place again, You lied right to my face again" love this part! <3
Celos
I started with one song by them and I related to it, so I kept listening, now it's just scary that I relate to all their songs. Right now it's night and I'm always thinking most these thoughts. I was just thinking them!
rockett97
never listened to this band before today. but this album sounds pretty incredible. catchy stuff! love it
Derek B
amazing album, amazing band, Rise Records, consists of about 75% of the music i listen too
carly
forever my favorite song by man overboard, never gets old.
ShadowindLUKE
as much as i love bands like tdwp,pwd,aa! wcar (screamo, metalcore,ect.) we need more pop punk like this!
Guitarist 246
Amazing band, up there with Bayside, Yellowcard and all the other great emo bands.
chris fong
man overboard, the story so far, a loss for words.... bringing pop punk to life
Jared Goulette
the part at 2:38 has been stuck in my head for days now so ive just been listening to every man overboard song. finally found it im glad i didnt know the song title tho so i had to search through all their theyre so damn good
gotta leave
The end is so intense, I love it