Because everyone shared the same ambition, to create passionate music, it made it easy for them to blend and develop their own unique sound.Combining aggressive, melodic guitar riffs alongside powerful emotion packed lyrics has allowed them to reach both sides of the spectrum. From crushing breakdowns to touching chorus’s Merchants is without a doubt making music of their own.
“We’re all chasing the same dream. As a band, we realized that we had to speak through our music to shine through this saturated scene,” said lead vocalist Jack Ewing. After releasing their first single “Time Will Kill Us All”, produced by Colby Wedgeworth, Merchants quickly developed a devoted fan base. Following the release of their second single, “This Is Only The Beginning”, the group partnered up with The Artery Foundation. With their steadfast and faithful following, Merchants have proven that they are here to stay. Be on the lookout for this musical powerhouse to take this scene and make 2013 their own.
Jack Ewing - Vocals
Simon Pesely - Guitar/Vocals
Matt Scarpelli - Guitar
Ethan Layton - Bass
Zach Wasmundt - Drums
Giants
Merchants Lyrics
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And I think, with the deepest regret,
How I used to pick up and voraciously chew
The dear little boys whom I met.
I've eaten them raw, in their holiday suits;
I've eaten them curried with rice;
I've eaten them baked, in their jackets and boots,
And found them exceedingly nice.
I think it exceedingly rude
To do such a thing, when I'm quite well aware
Little boys do not like being chewed.
And so I contentedly live upon eels,
And try to do nothing amiss,
And I pass all the time I can spare from my meals
In innocent slumber ' like this.
The lyrics to Merchant's song, "Giants," is a whimsical and darkly humorous representation of a giant who is reflecting on his long life and past actions of consuming small boys. He expresses regret and remorse over his past behavior, acknowledging that it was rude and insensitive to have eaten young children. The giant reveals that he has now grown too old to continue such activities and has found contentment in living off of eels instead. He spends his days sleeping and trying to avoid doing anything that could be seen as harmful or wrong.
The theme of the song speaks to the idea that people can change and grow over time. It acknowledges the harm that the giant caused in the past, but also offers hope that one can change their ways and become a better person. The use of dark humor in the lyrics helps to lighten the tone of the song, making it more approachable and enjoyable for listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
My age is three hundred and seventy-two,
I have lived for three centuries and more, which is an extraordinary feat.
And I think, with the deepest regret,
I reflect on my past actions, and feel remorseful.
How I used to pick up and voraciously chew
I have a history of impulsively seizing and consuming anything that catches my attention.
The dear little boys whom I met.
In particular, I have an unfortunate habit of snacking on young boys.
I've eaten them raw, in their holiday suits;
I have ingested them uncooked and still clothed in their festive attire.
I've eaten them curried with rice;
I've also had them cooked with herbs and spices, and served with rice.
I've eaten them baked, in their jackets and boots,
They were even a flavorful meal when roasted and attire intact.
And found them exceedingly nice.
I thoroughly enjoyed these meals, but my taste has since changed.
But now that my jaws are too weak for such fare,
I am no longer capable of consuming such a robust meal.
I think it exceedingly rude,
I now regard it as extremely impolite and disrespectful to consume such a thing.
To do such a thing, when I'm quite well aware
I recognize that this is an inappropriate and unacceptable indulgence.
Little boys do not like being chewed.
It should be evident, without explanation, that children should not be eaten.
And so I contentedly live upon eels,
This is why I sustain myself now, primarily through consuming eel.
And try to do nothing amiss,
I endeavor to spend my time in a harmless manner.
And I pass all the time I can spare from my meals
Other than eating, the rest of my time is spent …
In innocent slumber ' like this.
… sleeping or resting, like the innocent, harmless creature I try to be.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: DP, NATALIE MERCHANT
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