No Motiv is an alternative rock and punk rock band from Oxnard, California … Read Full Bio ↴No Motiv is an alternative rock and punk rock band from Oxnard, California signed to Vagrant Records. As of 2006, No Motiv were the 'oldest' Vagrant band, having been with Vagrant Records longer than any other artist on the Vagrant roster. The current No Motiv line up includes former bassist Roger Camero behind the drum kit. Camero never left the band, but rather moved to the drums when drummer Pat Pedraza left the band to join alternative rock band From Satellite. Their first album, Cynical, was distributed by Edge Records. No Motiv eventually left Edge for unspecified reasons, though a 'falling out' is what is assumed.[citation needed] Their second album Scarred is a collection of unreleased demos and remixes also released by Edge Records. The band is known for rarely, if ever, playing songs from these two albums at their live shows. Friends of the band have also been noted as saying that there are demo tapes that sound better than the quality on Scarred.[citation needed] The band had its greatest success with the 2004 release Daylight Breaking, which reached #36 on Billboard's Top Independent albums chart.During the past two years, No Motiv has played only one live show. It took place on June 11, 2006, at the Livery Theatre in Ventura, CA, as a benefit show for the closing of the venue, as well as a reunion of legendy sadcore band The Whereabouts.

While No Motiv never released an official statement announcing their breakup, the band is considered to be on hiatus and inactive at the present time. Jeremy and Jeff reside in Ventura, CA, and have started recording material under a new band called Monster Hand. Max lives in Oxnard and has been recording material under a solo project called Gentlemen. Roger is enrolled in recording classes at Long Beach City College, resides in Irvine, CA, and is writing songs for school projects and for fun under the name He Fails Me.

All band members remain close friends to this day, and also are involved in many side projects in addition to the ones mentioned above, such as Hybrid Moments, Death Country Blues, and Machines.

So Long
No Motiv Lyrics

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Leaving behind the worst
My ship sets sail today
Heads up here come the words
I have now to say
Just trying to make the best of a good time
I æ?¦ taking control of my life
So long, so long?I donæ?° belong
Iæ?¦ leaving right now and not coming back

Too long, too long?been dragging it on
Iæ?³e got to stay sane on the right track
Miserable everyday
I finally saw the light
Iæ?¦ going all the way
The feeling is so right
Just maybe on my own I can find out

Right now what life is all about
So get on the right track

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to No Motiv's song "So Long" are about leaving behind negativity and taking control of one's life. The singer is leaving behind the worst and setting sail towards a new beginning. They are trying to make the best of their current situation and take control of their life.

The lyrics repeat "So long, so long, I don't belong," emphasizing the singer's feeling of being out of place and needing to move on. They are leaving and not coming back, as they've been dragging on their current situation for too long. The singer realizes that they need to stay sane and get on the right track, even if it means being on their own to discover what life is all about.

Overall, the song is about taking control of one's life and leaving behind what no longer serves them. It encourages listeners to stay positive and focused on their goals, even if it means taking a new, uncertain path.

Line by Line Meaning

Leaving behind the worst
I am moving on from my past struggles

My ship sets sail today
I am embarking on a new journey in my life

Heads up here come the words
I have some important things to say

I have now to say
I need to express my feelings and thoughts

Just trying to make the best of a good time
I am trying to enjoy my life while I can

I'm taking control of my life
I am taking charge of my own destiny

So long, so long - I don't belong
I am leaving this place and I don't fit in here anymore

I'm leaving right now and not coming back
I am leaving for good and I won't return

Too long, too long - been dragging it on
I have been staying in this situation for too long and it's time to move on

I've got to stay sane on the right track
I need to maintain my mental wellbeing and stay focused on my goals

Miserable everyday
I have been unhappy for a long time

I finally saw the light
I have finally found a way out of my misery

I'm going all the way
I am committed to making a significant change in my life

The feeling is so right
I am confident that I am making the right decision

Just maybe on my own I can find out
I think that I will be able to discover who I truly am when I am independent

Right now what life is all about
I am searching for the meaning and purpose of life

So get on the right track
I encourage everyone else to make positive changes and take control of their lives

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Christopher Albers, Frank Bianchini, Glynn Motoishi, Jason Paulsen

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