There are at least two acts using the "Orson" name:

1. Orson were a … Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two acts using the "Orson" name:

1. Orson were a BRIT Award-winning American rock band from Hollywood who formed in 1999. Their self-financed debut album Bright Idea, released by Mercury Records in 2006, was produced in Los Angeles by Noah Shain and went on to find chart success in the UK with their first single, No Tomorrow, and album reaching the number 1 slot in their respective categories. The band finally gained recognition in their home country during the Concert for Diana in July 2007.

The band consisted of:
* Jason Pebworth - vocals
* George Astasio - guitar
* Kevin Roentgen - guitar and vocals
* Johnny Lonely - bass
* Chris Cano - drums

Orson have been inactive since 2008, and with the members having disappeared off the musical radar, with the exception of Roentgen, who is currently pursuing a solo career with his project, Praying Hands, the group are considered to have disbanded between 2008 and 2009.

Discography:
Albums:
Bright Idea
29 May 2006
#1 (UK)

Singles:
1. "No Tomorrow"
27 February 2006
#1 (UK)
#1 (UK Download)

2. "Bright Idea"
15 May 2006
#11 (UK)

3. "Happiness"
7 August 2006
#27 (UK)

4. "Already Over"
13 November 2006
Did not chart - Sold less than 500 copies

2. German dubstep producer with releases on the Hardwax-distributed Version label and a collaboration with Mala under his belt.

Tryin To Help
Orson Lyrics

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Come on, Baby,
Why the long face?
You're messing up my head space!
I can see you've had a hard day,
Let's talk about it anyway.

Hey- there's million ways to do the same thing.
Don't you know if you got problems,

That I'm here to help you solve 'em?

Love, I'm only tryin to help,
I'm only tryin to make it through another day.

I don't always say the right thing,
So let me make it better.
But if I try to write it down,
Don't go tearing up my letter.

Hey- there's a million ways to do the same thing.
I know I don't always get it,
But you've got to give me credit.

Love, I'm only tryin to help,
I'm only tryin to make it through another day.

Communication shake-down.
It's always the same thing.
You're still my favorite meltdown,
I'd give you everything.
I've seen this movie before,
We give/ We take even more.
You're still the team I am for,
But you can't stop keeping score!

Love, I'm only tryin, to help,
I'm only tryin, to make it through another day.

Let me get my way.
(You always get your way.)

Overall Meaning

Orson’s song “Tryin to Help” is a modern alternative rock song that explores the theme of a person’s desire to mend their partner’s problems in their own manner. The first verse begins with the singer trying to cheer up their partner who seems to have had a hard day. However, their partner seems to be lost in their problems, creating chaos in the singer’s headspace. The singer is compassionate, empathetic, and wants to talk to their partner to ease their burden. The chorus reinforces the idea that the singer is only trying to help their partner to get through another difficult day. Additionally, the singer admits that they do not always say the right things; therefore, they urge their partner to allow them to make amends even if it means writing a letter.

The second verse talks about how there are always many ways to solve a problem. The singer knows they don’t have all the answers to their partner's issues, but they will try their best to support and help their partner. Furthermore, the chorus is repeated, emphasizing that the singer is only trying to help their partner. The bridge introduces the idea of an issue with communication. It appears to be a recurring problem in the relationship, with the singer referring to their partner as a “meltdown”. They want to give everything they can to the relationship, supporting their partner even if they don’t always agree. They use the metaphor of a movie to reinforce the concept of a relationship as a journey where there’s give-and-take. However, their partner keeps score, and this may lead to conflict.

Line by Line Meaning

Come on, Baby, Why the long face?
Orson is asking his significant other why she appears to be upset and trying to get her to explain.

You're messing up my head space!
The person's apparent sadness is affecting Orson's mental wellbeing.

I can see you've had a hard day, Let's talk about it anyway.
Despite the person's reluctance, Orson wants to discuss the cause of her sadness.

Hey- there's million ways to do the same thing. Don't you know if you got problems, That I'm here to help you solve 'em?
Orson believes there are numerous ways to handle a situation, and he wants the person to know that he is available to provide assistance in solving any issues she may be experiencing.

Love, I'm only tryin to help, I'm only tryin to make it through another day.
Orson reassures his loved one that he has good intentions in trying to help her, and that he is just trying to get through his day like everyone else.

I don't always say the right thing, So let me make it better. But if I try to write it down, Don't go tearing up my letter.
Orson recognizes that he may not always communicate effectively and asks for forgiveness if that is the case. He also implores the person not to dismiss his attempts to communicate through writing.

Love, I'm only tryin to help, I'm only tryin to make it through another day.
Orson reiterates his good intentions in trying to help his loved one and reminding her that he is just trying to get through his own day.

Communication shake-down. It's always the same thing. You're still my favorite meltdown, I'd give you everything.
Orson acknowledges that communication can be challenging for them, but he still loves his partner and is willing to devote everything to make it work.

I've seen this movie before, We give/ We take even more. You're still the team I am for, But you can't stop keeping score!
Orson recognizes that their relationship has had its ups and downs, but he is still committed to making it work. He also addresses the issue of keeping score in the relationship, which can lead to more problems.

Love, I'm only tryin, to help, I'm only tryin, to make it through another day.
Orson restates his good intentions in wanting to help and reminding his partner that he is just trying to get through the day.

Let me get my way. (You always get your way.)
Orson is asking for his way to be considered, knowing that his partner usually gets her way in situations.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHAD MICHAEL RACHILD, CHRISTOPHER THOMAS CANO, GEORGE ASTASIO, JASON PEBWORTH, JASON ANDREW PEBWORTH, JOHN BEN T. JEN, KEVIN M. ROENTGEN

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