With passionate music, intense vocals and songs that parallel the day-to-day issues that we all face, One Less Reason touches people in a way that fosters a fierce loyalty and connection between band and fan that is rare in music today. OLR is Cris Brown (vocals), Ryan Giles (guitar), Brad Butler (guitar), Terry Brown (bass), and Jeff Moore (drums), but it is also much bigger than any of the individual members. OLR is truly a family. The band is as devoted to their fans as their fans are to the band. With over 100,000 Myspace friends, OLR has become an internet phenomenon that process that it is possible to draw a fan from virtually every demographic. With a recent string of radio successes and sold out shows throughout the southeast and Midwest, One Less Reason is writing a story that is increasingly impossible to ignore.
One Less Reason continues to dominate the charts at alternative addition with their latest single “Seasons” which held the number one spot for a month and remained on the chart for 15 weeks. More recently, “Seasons” stirred a buzz on a national level at commercial rock radio stations around the country. Although radio spins often elude the unsigned, this act has managed to grab rotation on 102.3 in Jackson, TN. Z95 in Poplar Bluff, MO. Z98.5 Tupelo, MS and Nashville’s favorite 102.9 The Buzz to get started…
With their explosive live performance, they have captured the attention of the media and have become crowd favorites at showcases and music festivals such as FMF and Memphis in May 2010. Their consistent draw has earned them the honor of opening for acts like Shinedown, Godsmack, Hinder, Taking Back Sunday, Aaron Lewis, OneRepublic, Theory of A Deadman, and 10 Years.
In addition to heavy touring, One Less Reason’s recognition landed a licensing agreement with National Retail Powerhouse, “Buckle,” a single, “A Day to Be Alone,” featured in the file “Hero Wanted” with Cuba Gooding Jr and Ray Liotta.
Criss Brown now has a side project called "Jassepy Moses and The Vagytarians"
Rainmaker
One Less Reason Lyrics
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You feel my heart and leave again
I thought you were my friend
And lies fill this place
And black clouds, they were made
Just to rain on me
You know that I was hurt that day
That I don't need you
Cause you know I need you
I'm tired of the rain
I'm telling lies to make you stay
Just one more day
But smile through the pain
I'm watching my life fade along the way
You know that I was hurt that day
You know I never meant to say
You know I'd never say
If I could, I'd take your pain away
You know I never meant to say
That I don't need you
And yoooouuuu...
You know that I was hurt that day
You know I never meant to say
You know I'd never say
If I could, I'd take your pain away
You know I never meant to say
That I don't need you
God knows I need you
And time flies away
You feel my heart and leave again
Just thought you were my friend
The lyrics of One Less Reason's song Rainmaker seem to be about someone who has been hurt by another person they thought was their friend. The first verse talks about time passing by and the pain of feeling like someone has left their heart once again. The singer of the song expresses their disappointment in the fact that lies seem to be abundant and that dark clouds seem to have been made specifically to rain on them.
Moving on to the chorus, the singer admits to telling lies to keep the other person from leaving and expresses a wish for just one more day with them. However, the pain still lingers, and the singer feels like their life is fading away. They express regret for the hurtful things they may have said, and stress that they never meant to say that they don't need the other person. The song ends on a sad note, with the singer expressing a longing for the other person to stay, but acknowledging that they may have already left.
Overall, the song seems to deal with themes of betrayal, regret, and feeling like no one truly understands the pain one is going through. The lyrics are emotional and heartfelt, and the somber melody only reinforces the melancholic tone of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Time flies away
Time passes quickly
You feel my heart and leave again
You come into my life for a short time and then leave, leaving me heartbroken
I thought you were my friend
I thought we had a deeper connection and friendship
And lies fill this place
Deception and falsehoods are prevalent in our relationship
And black clouds, they were made
Dark, negative emotions and experiences seem to follow me everywhere
Just to rain on me
I am constantly facing challenges and hardships
You know that I was hurt that day
You are aware of how much pain I experienced on that particular day
You know I never meant to say
I did not intend to say or do anything hurtful
That I don't need you
Despite any conflicts or issues we may have, I still rely on and value your presence in my life
Cause you know I need you
I truly depend on and care for you
I'm tired of the rain
I am exhausted from constant difficulties and struggles
I'm telling lies to make you stay
I am using deception and manipulation to try and keep you close to me
Just one more day
I am begging and pleading for more time together
But smile through the pain
I am forcing myself to appear happy and content despite any hardships or sadness I may be experiencing
I'm watching my life fade along the way
I feel like my life is slipping away from me and I am losing control and direction
If I could, I'd take your pain away
I would do anything to remove any negative emotions or experiences you are facing
God knows I need you
Even though I am struggling, I know that I cannot do it alone and I desperately need you in my life
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: CHRISTOPHER CALIB BROWN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Steven Wisneski
This song really tells how we all have a long time right?
Elizabeth McDonald
I love this song!! Thank you ❤️
Taylor Eaton
@bgower86 So awesome to hear!!!! I heard from somewhere back in 2017 that they quit and I was so heartbroken 💔 If they're starting back up, my heart has never been so happy!!! I'll have to check out their Facebook!!!💜
bgower86
Taylor Eaton they are very much still writing❤️ they had some hacking problems with their Facebook. Anyways they’ve never stopped, and about to release another album. He’s been doing lives on Facebook about it.
Taylor Eaton
Liz's Sacred Space same here! Really wish they were still writing songs....so much meaning behind every song! :)