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"
Where Were You?
One Less Reason Lyrics
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Maybe it's just where you belong
You know it fits you like your favorite song
Helps you see through, to be you
The day you found the truth in a lie
It only took you over half of your life
To come clean, say you didn't try
So many years have passed and I've been meaning to ask
Where did you go?
What did you need?
You know I couldn't set you free until I fixed this hole in me
Cause life, it hits so hard that I couldn't breathe
When I was looking for a change in you, I found a change in me
That I couldn't see
When you think of all the days that you missed
How you clenched all your words like a fist
Always looking for something to hit
Like your family, your friends
The times when you knew it was wrong
But you never thought you'd end up alone
Holding it in, letting it go
Saving yourself or letting it show
So many years have passed and I've been meaning to ask
Where did you go?
What did you need?
You know I couldn't set you free until I fixed this hole in me
Cause life, it hits so hard that I couldn't breathe
When I was looking for a change in you, I found a change in me
That I couldn't see
We burned it down, we made it new
I know, I know I failed you
When those four letters, they took your life
So much guilt that I couldn't cry
The light in your eyes, the look on your face
The hole in your heart no one ever graced
Holding true to the promise you made
Waiting for God and the words to save you
The words to save you
I should have got it right on my first try
Where did you go?
What did you need?
You know I couldn't set you free until I fixed this hole in me
Cause life, it hits so hard that I couldn't breathe
When I was looking for a change in you, I found a change in me
That I couldn't see
Looking for a change in you, I found a change in me
That I couldn't see
Looking for a change in you, I found a change in me
That I couldn't see
The lyrics to One Less Reason's song "Where Were You?" explore themes of longing, guilt, and introspection. The song seems to be a reflection on a relationship that has been strained or broken due to the absence or change in the other person. The singer mentions hearing that the other person is coming home, suggesting that they have been away for some time. There is an acknowledgment that the person being away somehow made them feel incomplete and that they belong together. The analogy of fitting like a favorite song implies a deep connection and familiarity between the two.
The lyrics mention the other person coming clean about something, but it took them a long time to do so. This revelation possibly caused tension and a loss of trust. It seems like the singer has been carrying a burden as well, indicated by the reference to a hole that needs to be fixed within them. The pain of life's hardships is also expressed with the line "Cause life, it hits so hard that I couldn't breathe," suggesting that the relationship struggles and personal struggles have taken an emotional toll.
The second verse delves deeper into the reasons for the strained relationship. The person being addressed seemed to have been angry and looking for something to hit, causing harm to their family and friends. They also made choices they knew were wrong but never expected to end up alone. This could imply that their actions led to the alienation of their loved ones. The singer acknowledges their intention to ask the other person where they went and what they needed, suggesting a desire for understanding and resolution.
The bridge of the song seems to reference a tragic event, possibly the loss of the other person's life. The singer expresses guilt and remorse, feeling like they failed the other person. The phrase "those four letters, they took your life" could refer to a suicide or some other tragic circumstance. The singer carries immense guilt and is unable to cry, implying a deep emotional struggle. The line about waiting for God and the words to save them suggests desperation and a need for some form of redemption.
In the final chorus, the singer realizes that their search for a change in the other person revealed a change within themselves that they were unable to recognize. The lyrics poignantly convey the sense of missed opportunities and the realization that things could have been different if they had understood themselves better from the beginning.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard that you were finally coming home
I received information that you were returning to where you truly belong
Maybe it's just where you belong
Perhaps this is exactly where you are meant to be
You know it fits you like your favorite song
You are aware that this place suits you perfectly, like a cherished song
Helps you see through, to be you
It enables you to see clearly, to be your authentic self
The day you found the truth in a lie
The moment you discovered the truth within a deceitful facade
It only took you over half of your life
It took you a significant portion of your existence to realize this
To come clean, say you didn't try
To confess honestly that you didn't make an effort
To see through, to be you
To gain clarity and embrace your true essence
So many years have passed and I've been meaning to ask
Numerous years have elapsed, and I've been intending to inquire
Where did you go?
Where did you disappear to?
What did you need?
What were you seeking or longing for?
You know I couldn't set you free until I fixed this hole in me
You understand that I couldn't liberate you until I addressed my own emotional void
Cause life, it hits so hard that I couldn't breathe
Because life's challenges struck me with such force that I struggled to catch my breath
When I was looking for a change in you, I found a change in me
While I was expecting you to transform, I discovered a transformation within myself
That I couldn't see
That previously eluded my awareness
When you think of all the days that you missed
When you reflect upon the countless days you let slip by
How you clenched all your words like a fist
How tightly you held onto your unspoken words, just like a clenched fist
Always looking for something to hit
Constantly searching for something or someone to target
Like your family, your friends
Including your own family and friends as potential targets
The times when you knew it was wrong
The instances where you were fully aware of the wrongdoing
But you never thought you'd end up alone
Yet, you never anticipated being left alone in the end
Holding it in, letting it go
Suppressing your emotions, then eventually releasing them
Saving yourself or letting it show
Deciding whether to prioritize self-preservation or emotional vulnerability
We burned it down, we made it new
We destroyed everything we had, only to rebuild it from scratch
I know, I know I failed you
I am fully aware that I disappointed and let you down
When those four letters, they took your life
When those four letters (possibly referring to a disease or condition) stole your existence
So much guilt that I couldn't cry
Overwhelming guilt that prevented me from shedding tears
The light in your eyes, the look on your face
The brightness in your eyes, the expression on your countenance
The hole in your heart no one ever graced
The emptiness within your heart that no one could fill
Holding true to the promise you made
Remaining loyal to the commitment you once vowed
Waiting for God and the words to save you
Anticipating divine intervention and words of rescue
The words to save you
The words that could offer salvation
I should have got it right on my first try
I should have immediately grasped the correct approach
Looking for a change in you, I found a change in me
While seeking a transformation in you, I underwent a personal transformation
That I couldn't see
That evaded my perception
Looking for a change in you, I found a change in me
While hoping for a metamorphosis in you, I underwent my own transformation
That I couldn't see
That I was previously unable to perceive
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Rayann Lopez
I just went though incredibly hard times and your music is helping me cope with it. Thank you guys so much.
Mark Hubbard
definitely like this first time i ever heard your guys songs but looks like your the next rising band of a generation of new rock. keep up the great work you guys sound badass!!!!!
renea deann
got to hear them live the other night and wow what a voice and all the lyrics 💜 so meaningful!
lexie4everreid
This is the best news I've heard all day. I was hoping for a comeback. I swear I was listening to your music all weekend. You guys write the best lyrics. When will the album be release?
OnelessreasonTV
August 19th!
AJ L
Cannot wait for the album release your songs are perfection keep up the work guys!
OnelessreasonTV
Coming soon - August 19th!
Mc
Love IT!!!!!!!
Eddie Phelps
Band is lit, best music I've found in months! Keep it up guys! *begins listening to song for 1,000th time...
yourbible
Heard it on Rocket 95.1 in Huntsville, AL. This song makes me feel conflicting emotions based on the lyrics alone. The music sounds like a mix of horror and uplifting, but in a good way. If you decide to do tours, stop by here and you're guaranteed a ticket from me.