In 2006, Number One Gun decided to move on to different projects despite their growing success. A recently posted Myspace bulletin cleared up the state of the band, stating that Schneeweis has a new band called The North Pole Project, Keene and Mallory formed Surrogate, and Sellers plays bass in Armed for Apocalypse.
However, when Schneeweis approached Tooth and Nail about signing his solo project, The North Pole Project, they wanted him to release the album under Number One Gun. So The North Pole Project became the album name instead. It was released on Tooth and Nail on January 15, 2008.
The band's following release, To The Secrets And Knowledge, was a continuation of the one-man project.
In June 2012, Jeff Schneeweis announced on his Twitter that he was developing a new song under the Number One Gun band name. Further posts on Twitter and Facebook revealed that the original lineup would be reuniting to write and record a new full-length album. In July 2012, the band launched a Kickstarter page to help fund their new album and subsequent tour. In addition, the band announced that Stephen Christian, lead singer of the band Anberlin, would collaborate and contribute vocals for at least one song on the album. The album, This Is All We Know, was made available on November 27, 2013, to fans who backed the Kickstarter project, and officially released on January 14, 2014, on Tooth & Nail Records.
Discography:
2014 - This Is All We Know
2010 - To The Secrets And Knowledge
2008 - The North Pole Project
2005 - Promises For The Imperfect
2003 - Celebrate Mistakes
2002 - Forever
2000 - Look Left
Who you are
Number One Gun Lyrics
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You gotta believe in something
And haven't you heard that nothing
(Brings me down)
You start with the same
And how does it feel to know how
The feeling inside is gone now
Backing up is gonna hurt yourself
But I will wait
Your destination is gonna kill yourself
But I'll have faith
This way your confident
Now that your facing it
You used to fear the pain you had
You'll take it by the hand instead
So take me now
You'll have your time to notice me
And everything is real
I have to decide
If leaving myself is worse than
The only thing left to know is time will tell
I'm kinda afraid
Your turning me into something
You're telling me now that I kept waking up
You're breaking up you're gonna hurt yourself
In time, you'll die
You're facing up you gotta save yourself
You know, its right
This way your confident
Now that your facing it
You used to fear the pain you had
You'll take it by the hand instead
So take me now
You'll have your time to notice me
And everything is real
Let's be the way we used to be
Its time to fall inlove
I'm not afraid to see the end
This way your confident
Now that your facing it
You used to fear the pain you had
You'll take it by the hand instead
So take me now
You'll have your time to notice me
And everything is real
The song "Who You Are" by Number One Gun is a reflective piece about believing in something, facing challenges, and finding the confidence to move forward. The song opens with a question, asking the listener about their name and what they believe in. The lyrics then transition to a discussion about facing challenges and overcoming them. The singer encourages the listener to take things as they come and be confident in the face of danger. The chorus is a call to action, encouraging listeners to take action and live their lives to the fullest.
The song's verses discuss some of the doubts and fears that the songwriter has experienced, highlighting the importance of faith and perseverance. The singer hopes to inspire others to face their fears head-on and to take control of their lives. The bridge of the song features a stark contrast, with the singer admitting that they are afraid of something, but that they are willing to face it head-on.
Overall, "Who You Are" is a song about empowerment and the importance of believing in yourself. The song is hopeful and optimistic, suggesting that anyone can overcome their fears and find success in life.
Line by Line Meaning
And what is your name
The singer is asking for the identity of the listener they are addressing.
You gotta believe in something
The singer is suggesting that the listener must have some belief or faith in order to achieve something meaningful.
And haven't you heard that nothing (Brings me down)
The singer is conveying that there is nothing that can make them feel down or defeated.
You start with the same
The singer is saying that the listener can begin like everyone else and is not alone in their journey or struggles.
And how does it feel to know how
The singer is asking the listener how it feels to have knowledge or understanding about something specific.
The feeling inside is gone now (I will wait)
The singer is acknowledging that a certain emotion or feeling has faded away, and they are encouraging the listener to have patience and wait for something better.
Backing up is gonna hurt yourself But I will wait Your destination is gonna kill yourself But I'll have faith
The singer is warning the listener that going backwards (in terms of progress or personal growth) will only harm them, but they are willing to wait for the listener's success. They also mention that pursuing their goals may have risks, but they will have faith in the listener's abilities.
Now that your facing it You used to fear the pain you had You'll take it by the hand instead
The singer is saying that the listener is now confronting something they used to be afraid of and they will face it directly and boldly instead of avoiding it.
So take me now You'll have your time to notice me And everything is real
The singer is indicating that they want to be with the listener and that they should observe the situation and recognize that it is genuine and honest.
I have to decide If leaving myself is worse than The only thing left to know is time will tell
The singer is saying that they need to make a decision about whether or not to sacrifice their own well-being for something else. They acknowledge that time will reveal the outcome.
You're breaking up you're gonna hurt yourself In time, you'll die You're facing up you gotta save yourself You know, its right
The singer is warning the listener that continuing on a destructive path will only cause harm to themselves, but if they take responsibility for their actions and decisions, they can save themselves from further harm.
Let's be the way we used to be Its time to fall inlove I'm not afraid to see the end
The singer is suggesting that they would like to return to an earlier, happier time and start over by falling in love again. They indicate that they are not scared of the outcome, either positive or negative.
This way your confident Now that your facing it You used to fear the pain you had You'll take it by the hand instead So take me now You'll have your time to notice me And everything is real
The singer is reiterating the message that the listener has become more confident by facing their fears and moving forward. They invite the listener to join them in the present moment, and assure them that everything they are experiencing is real and happening.
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