Though they hail from disparate backgrounds – the Lopez-Smiths are from bucolic Cheyenne, Wyoming; Nevitt is from Peoria, Illinois - the members of Message From Sylvia found an immediate chemistry working together. That chemistry is already producing a combustible mix of explosive energy with the heavy yet melodic first single “Heart Of War”. Produced by Sahaj Ticotin (Ra), the song is already climbing the charts @ Active Rock radio nationwide. Frontman Nevitt says: “We are truly humbled to have worked with someone Like Sahaj. I really feel he bled into this song and our new album just as much as any one of us!”
The members of MFS have seen success with their earlier projects: Nevitt’s band DoryDrive was named “Best New Rock Band” @ the WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry) awards in 2013 and their song “Here’s To You” reached the Top 40 on the Active Rock charts in 2014. The Lopez-Smith Brothers had an incredible run in 2015 with First Decree, which saw 3 of the band’s singles - “Lost In The Crowd”, “Phoenix”, and “This Is Our Rise” chart Top 15 @ Active Rock on the Under The Radar chart, and Top 30 on the BDs indicator chart. The band was nominated for “Best New Artist” of 2015 by Loudwire and finished in the Top 5
Heart Of War
Message From Sylvia Lyrics
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Can't stop staring at the pictures in my head
I listened to the words that you sold me
Holding on until the end
Now you're way too far
To keep from falling over
And if who you are is always getting in the way
I can't wait until everything comes crashing on you
Tell me who will save you now
Tell me who will save you
It's not fate
'Cause I know that I can live without you
I don't want it anymore
This heart of war
Tired of livin' on a battlefield
Fighting every moment to erase it all
Seems like I'm always on the defense
Doesn't matter anymore
Now you're way too far
To keep from falling over
And if who you are is always getting in the way
I can't wait until everything comes crashing on you
Tell me who will save you now
Tell me who will save you
It's not fate
'Cause I know that I can live without you
I don't want it anymore
This heart of war
I can't wait until everything comes crashing on you
Tell me who will save you now
Tell me who will save you
It's not fate
'Cause I know that I can live without you
I don't want it anymore
This heart of war
In "Heart of War," Message From Sylvia's lead singer Matthew Nevitt sings about feeling stuck and unable to escape his own internal struggles. He describes his exhaustion from constantly fighting a battle within himself, one that he can't seem to win. The lyrics show his frustration with someone who has caused him pain, but he refuses to let that person continue to have a hold on him. He acknowledges that he still feels connected to this person, but he also knows that he needs to let go and move forward. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes this need for closure and resolution.
The line "tell me who will save you now" shows a sense of empowerment and liberation from the situation. Nevitt recognizes that he doesn't need to rely on anyone else to rescue him, he can save himself. The use of the phrase "heart of war" throughout the song conveys the intense emotional conflict and turmoil that the singer is experiencing.
Overall, "Heart of War" is a powerful anthem about overcoming personal struggles and finding the strength to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel like I'm runnin' getting nowhere
I feel like I am stuck in an endless cycle of chasing something that I can never catch.
Can't stop staring at the pictures in my head
My mind is consumed by thoughts of the past, memories that continue to haunt me.
I listened to the words that you sold me
I believed everything you said, not realizing that you were only trying to manipulate me for your own benefit.
Holding on until the end
I held onto the hope that things would get better, not realizing that they never would.
Now you're way too far
You have gone too far, too deep down the road of destruction.
To keep from falling over
To keep from completely breaking down and losing yourself.
And if who you are is always getting in the way
If the person you are constantly interferes with your ability to be happy and successful.
I can't wait until everything comes crashing on you
I cannot wait for you to face the consequences of your actions.
Tell me who will save you now
Who will be there to rescue you from the mess you have created?
It's not fate
It's not destiny or some predetermined outcome.
'Cause I know that I can live without you
I don't need you to survive or be happy.
I don't want it anymore
I am tired of fighting and struggling in this endless battle.
Tired of livin' on a battlefield
I am exhausted from constantly fighting with you and the constant chaos in my life.
Fighting every moment to erase it all
I am constantly trying to forget the pain and heartache I have endured, but it never seems to go away.
Seems like I'm always on the defense
I am always having to protect myself from further harm and damage.
Contributed by Allison K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Cleetus_Clay
gives me a hope that rock will never die
@NASCAR_Junk
What a unique sounding vocalist. Great band.
@bryanlenihan5012
Too bad he's not in the band anymore
@michaelespiritu3835
unXpected☝️☝️☝️ rock&roll 👌😊
@89steinbeck
Soooooo underrated song....the breakdown is one of my all time favorites
@muktafurrockman3570
unXpected franco 3rd montage :)
@cadudograu8158
This sound is worthy of an AMV
@cri6.
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@mashiroshiina1873
@KAKAROTO THE AMV ISN'T MAKE WORTHY