They have 2 … Read Full Bio ↴Normal Like You are a band from Livermore, California.
They have 2 albums and an EP, all self-released. Despite several member changes, 3 of the original 4 members now remain, after John Burrescia and Brandon Olivo re-joining in 2006. They began as a pop-punk band with a slight technical edge; something which became a more integral part on their second release, 'The Worst of Many Flaws'. Their sound has now matured and they have combined many more elements into their sound, such as emo, hip-hop, metal and pop.
Current Members:
Jon Williams - Vocals (originally also played bass) *
Brandon Olivo - Guitar/Vocals (Re-Joined in 2006) *
John Burrescia - Guitar/Vocals (Re-Joined in 2006) *
Mark Schellenbach - Drums
Tyler Jensen - Bass
Former Members:
Chad Welchoff *
Chris Brock (Now with Apiary)
Douglas Allen (Now With Nural)
John Anderson (Now With Porcelain And The Tramps)
Adam Elliot (Left for Apiary, now an ex-member)
Jon Frost (Now With Light This City)
* indicates original member
Help Wanted
Normal Like You Lyrics
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The lyrics to Normal Like You's song Help Wanted express the frustration and exhaustion of trying to please everyone, while also feeling misunderstood and unappreciated. The singer acknowledges that they may waste their time trying to make everyone happy, but it is impossible to do so. They also address the tendency of some people to overreact and play the victim, which can make it difficult to have a productive conversation or resolve a conflict.
The song then turns inward, with the singer admitting that they are far from perfect and make mistakes all the time. They assert themselves, but do not feel like they are making any progress. The chorus repeats the phrase "perfectly wrong," emphasizing that it is okay to make mistakes and that there is no such thing as perfection.
Overall, Help Wanted is a relatable and honest depiction of the challenges of navigating relationships and conflicts, while also accepting one's own flaws and imperfections.
Line by Line Meaning
honestly i waste my time
To be truthful, I spend my time doing pointless things
i can't please everyone constantly
It's impossible for me to always make everyone happy
you're overreacting
You're exaggerating the situation or emotion you're feeling
let me guess i bet you're still the victim
Allow me to take a wild guess, you're still playing the victim card
you'd like to think that you're so good at understanding
You believe that you're a great empathizer while you're not
the fan is on high but nobody's getting colder
Although the fan is blowing at its highest level, the people in the room are still warm
this irritating noise just gives someone something to bitch about
The unbearable noise is used as a subject for someone to complain about
i'll help you out
I'll lend you a hand or offer my assistance
yeah he's trying so hard
He's putting in a lot of effort
maybe one day he'll learn
Perhaps someday he'll gain some knowledge or understanding
the hand reaching out is the one slapping him in the face
The assistance or support offered to him is actually causing him harm or trouble
perfect i'm so perfectly wrong
I'm an expert in making mistakes
i'm perfect at making mistakes
I'm really good at screwing things up
i'm asserting myself but i'm not getting anywhere
I'm making an effort to assert myself, but it's not leading me anywhere
yeah i'm so perfect so perfectly wrong
Yes, I'm absolutely excellent at being wrong
i'm so perfect at making mistakes
Making mistakes is my expertise
Contributed by Jordyn S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.