After playing out of L.A. for the better part of 3 years, Midnight To Twelve landed their radio single "Slam" on The WB's One Tree Hill. "Slam" quickly started getting radio play after the airing of the show. It hit number one in Colorado and Washington and gained them airplay nationwide. This gained the band national attention and allowed them to leave the city of angels and start touring. "It was crazy getting emails from these fans in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Colorado. These were people in places we had never been who heard our song on the show and them all wondering when are we coming to their cities" said Jon Hartman (Lead Vocals). The band made the decision to hit the road. They bought a bus and converted it into a mini Prevost with 6 bunks, a lounge and of course; surround sound!
“This band is not afraid to put in the work and the sacrifice to make this happen”, says Al Baca (Bass). It is this attitude that has propelled this band to where they are today. After operating independently, Midnight To Twelve’s hard work and dedication began to pay off when in late 2005 the band signed with Kord Records and were immediately sent to the studio to complete a full length album. Multi-Platinum Producer Sylvia Massy-Shivy (Tool, Black Crows, System Of A Down) was brought on board to help produce the album, “King of Spain” which was released in January of 2006.
Slam
Midnight To Twelve Lyrics
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Times are a changing, but I'll make it work, so I tell myself.
I can't believe this is where we end up, but I guess I'm not surprised
All of my time, I threw it all away. It's not give and take.
Slam goes the door, your walking out on me
You're not what I need, your birds gonna fly
Slam goes the door, your walking out on me
I got you out of my mind things work out for the best, so I told myself
I just need some time, so give me some space, thats what she said.
I can't believe this is where we end up, but I guess I'm not surprised
I don't care what you say it doesn't mean a thing
The song "Slam" by Midnight To Twelve is a heart-wrenching track that delves into the theme of a broken relationship. The first stanza begins on an optimistic note where the singer feels comforted by the assurance of his lover that she will always be there for him. However, the mood takes a turn when the singer acknowledges the inevitability of changing times and the need to make it work. The second stanza is more somber, where the singer expresses disbelief at the outcome of the relationship and his frustration at how he threw away so much time for nothing. He laments the fact that the relationship lacked balance in terms of giving and taking.
The chorus "Slam goes the door, you're walking out on me, you're not what I need, your bird's gonna fly" serves as a stark reminder of how the relationship has fallen apart. The singer is left alone to feel the aftermath of the breakup, watching time pass by. The third stanza is a turning point in the song where the singer finds the courage to move on and convinces himself that things will work out for the best. He appeals for space and time to disconnect himself from her, and all their memories, so as to free himself from the emotional baggage. Lastly, he expresses an attitude of indifference towards her words, indicating that he has finally let go.
Line by Line Meaning
I will be with you always by your side, that's what she said.
She promised to always be by his side.
Times are a changing, but I'll make it work, so I tell myself.
Although things are changing, he's determined to make it work.
I can't believe this is where we end up, but I guess I'm not surprised
He's disappointed with the way things turned out but not completely shocked.
All of my time, I threw it all away. It's not give and take.
He wasted all his time on a relationship that was not mutually beneficial.
Slam goes the door, your walking out on me
She's leaving him and closing the door with force.
You're not what I need, your birds gonna fly
He realizes he doesn't need her, and she's free to go.
I'm here left to bleed, watching the time go by.
He's hurt and left alone, watching time pass by.
I got you out of my mind things work out for the best, so I told myself
He's trying to convince himself that moving on was the best thing to do.
I just need some time, so give me some space, thats what she said.
She asks for space to sort out her feelings and thoughts.
I don't care what you say it doesn't mean a thing
He's reached a point where her words no longer affect him emotionally.
Contributed by Elliot H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mrs.robinson9267
8 yrs ago I wrote this band & song on a piece of paper & stuck it in between the pages of my bible. Today I’m listening
to this song .. Years fly by, it’s been too long..I’m sorry Lord 😔
@cookie51508
Many years later, I still love this album. Went to see 12 stones in '09. Yet, Midnight to Twelve did so amazing that I made sure to leave with their album. 👏
@jacksonjotaeme4368
It feels like a band of angels was formed to give us one beautiful song
@jessicamorrill3231
There is still a chick out here who went to your concert, loved it! Bought a CD and listens to your songs!!! I miss those days
@ViralMusicallyEternal
Very good underrated band listened to them heavily 15 years ago...
@musicweirdo1
i met the singer too i think his name was John..i shook hands with him & everything he even invited me & my friend to hang out with the band we did for like 20min. they're amazing :]
@nextlvlroy
Dude love this song! I can't remember when I first heard it... '07, '08? Dang it stuck to me so fast!
@ifb1infected
i saw these guys play after the jericho machine in mission,tx last week...fucking awesome
@drwrule2002
This song is what rock and roll is all about! I wish they had more out there!
@OpTiC_DaD
saw em at bandcamp HOLY SHIT they were hella good and im seein em again at taste of madison on the 30 and 31st cant wait! they have alot of energy on stage and i love that