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
My Intentions
Normal Like You Lyrics
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To mold this into something that works
I've been
Tearing down these walls I once stood
With these hands
Are callused from failure attempts of construction that
Never end
(Never)
This assembly line can't move any faster
The steady course we've had
Is nearing it's decline
(It's decline)
(Decline)
Unless we pick up production
I never wanted more than to be satisfied
Am I capable?
This feels so far away
(Far away)
So far that forever seems closer
It's too late
I'm sorry
Don't believe the stories
I can't control what is said
I'm here now for what it's worth
I'm hurt and honest explanations feel useless
And I can remember
The bliss of ignorance
No need to compromise heart and mind
I'm spoiled by
The opposition forced to face this endeavor
Will I succeed
In managing the impossible?
Someone help me out
I'm miserable
It's too late
I'm sorry
Don't believe the stories
I can't control what is said
I'm here now for what it's worth
I'm hurt and honest explanations feel useless
Believe this
If nothing else I'm true to my word
I'm true to my word
I'm true to my word
It's too late
I'm sorry
Don't believe the stories
I can't control what is said
I'm here now for what it's worth
I'm hurt and honest explanations feel useless
The first verse of "My Intentions" expresses the singer's struggle to create something that is functional and worthwhile, despite feeling like they have repeatedly failed in their attempts to do so. They have been working hard to break down walls that they once put up, but their efforts to construct something that lasts have continually fallen short. The singer describes their hands as callused, suggesting that they have put in a lot of effort, but nothing seems to be working out. The assembly line they are on is not moving quickly enough, and they fear that the steady course they have been on is coming to an end unless they can start producing more. Throughout, the lyrics express the singer's sense of uncertainty and self-doubt about their capabilities.
The second verse continues in a similar vein, with the singer expressing regret for the situation they find themselves in. They long for a return to a state of blissful ignorance, where they did not have to think so hard about their actions or their impact on others. But they know that they cannot go back, and instead must face the challenges ahead. They worry whether they can succeed in managing the impossible, and express a sense of misery about their current circumstances.
The chorus provides a sense of resolution, with the singer declaring that they are true to their word. They are sorry for any harm they may have caused, but they cannot control what others say about them. Despite their hurt, they are here now and committed to doing what they can to make things right.
Overall, "My Intentions" is a deeply introspective song that explores the difficulty of creating something worthwhile and the pain of feeling like you have let yourself and others down. It speaks to the human desire for purpose and meaning, and the fear that we may not be capable of achieving our goals.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm trying
I am making an effort
To mold this into something that works
I am trying to create something functional
I've been
I have been working on this for some time now
Tearing down these walls I once stood
I am breaking down my own barriers
With these hands
Using my own abilities
Are callused from failure attempts of construction that
I have experienced many failed attempts
Never end
And it feels like it will never end
This assembly line can't move any faster
I am moving as quickly as possible
The steady course we've had
We have been on a reliable path
Is nearing it's decline
But it is starting to come to an end
Unless we pick up production
Unless we speed up our work
I never wanted more than to be satisfied
All I ever wanted was to be content
Am I capable?
But I'm not sure if I am capable of accomplishing it
This feels so far away
It feels like what I want is very distant
So far that forever seems closer
So much so that forever seems nearer
It's too late
I regret to say
I'm sorry
I apologize
Don't believe the stories
Please do not trust the rumors you hear
I can't control what is said
I cannot change what others say
I'm here now for what it's worth
I'm here and giving it my all
I'm hurt and honest explanations feel useless
I'm hurt and explanations seem pointless
And I can remember
I recall
The bliss of ignorance
The happiness of not knowing
No need to compromise heart and mind
Without needing to make any sacrifices
I'm spoiled by
I'm used to
The opposition forced to face this endeavor
Having to confront challenges
Will I succeed
Can I achieve success
In managing the impossible?
In accomplishing something very difficult?
Someone help me out
I need assistance
I'm miserable
I'm feeling extremely unhappy
Believe this
Please trust
If nothing else I'm true to my word
At the very least, I always keep my promises
I'm true to my word
I always keep my promises
I'm true to my word
I always keep my promises
Contributed by Mason J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.