The self-titled debut hailed 11 songs of heartfelt, soaring pop-rock, all penned by front man and guitarist Nick Joyce, with eight of the songs being produced by Brent Milligan (Audio Adrenaline, ZOEgirl, Rebecca St. James) and Ian Esklelin taking credit for three songs. Sonically, Our Hearts Hero was likened to Switchfoot, Sanctus Real, Jimmy Eat World, and Delirious.
"Gotee is thrilled to have Our Heart's Hero as the newest artist with our team," said label co-founder, Toby Mac. "We love the music and the hearts of this band. Not only is their music top notch, but these are guys who pour their lives into the kids they play for and walk through whatever life brings to them with grace and wisdom. I can't wait for people to meet this band."
Our Hearts Hero had spent the last couple years touring extensively with over 150 dates a year nationwide. Fans caught additional performances as the band joined the Rock, Paper, Scissors Tour the summer of 2007 with Wavorly and High Flight Society, as well as late summer dates as part of the Revolution Calling Tour with Red, Grits, and Falling Up. Our Hearts Hero also performed in 20 cities earlier that spring with The Afters. The band closed out 2007 with a nationwide run on the Punk the Halls Tour headlined by Stellar Kart and featuring Nevertheless, EleventySeven and Manafest.
The first radio single released by Gotee Records, "Back to the Cross", peaked at Number 22 on the national charts and landed at 77 on the CRW Year End Top 100 list for AC Adult Contemporary on nationwide Christian Radio.
2008 kept the band busy as they joined the For the Love of the Fans Tour featuring Pillar, Addison Road and Philmont. The band also made appearances at major festivals around the country, including a main stage performance at Ichthus Festival (Wilmore, Kentucky), and appearances at Alive Festival (Canal Fulton, Ohio), Rage Fest (Phoenix, Arizona) and Unity Fest (Muskegon, Michigan).
But for the next step in the lives of Our Heart's Hero, the band has cranked up the volume and stepped on the overdrive pedals for the preparation of a new 6-song, EP release, titled "BECOME NOTHING" as a precursor to a full length album. The new musical endeavor spotlights 6 cuts of heavy guitars, soaring strings, and epic electronic arrangements all co-penned by front man and now bass player Nick Joyce.
"Once we sat down together and started creating sounds and arrangements that weren't necessarily crafted with radio or any specific agenda in mind, we realized that we'd never loved making music like this before," said band co-founder, Joyce. "We were writing songs that WE loved, and that opened up a whole new horizon for us as musicians and artists."
All of the new tracks were produced by Joyce, allowing the creative aspects of the band's new sound to take a life of their own. Sonically, the new Our Hearts Hero effort is being likened to mixtures and influences of Linkin Park, Paramore, Red, Skillet and Anberlin.
Broken
Our Heart's Hero Lyrics
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So tired of hurting
When will this ever end'
My mind is blurring
Out the pain that rushes to my head
And so if you're there tonight
Let me know that everything I fear
Calling You but there's no sound
Running but there's no way out, out
When I'm broken You carry all the pieces
On Your shoulders and through all the storms
When these waves are bound to crash
I'll still be holding to You, oh
Why does this seem so wrong'
What am I missing'
And if I can't go on
Can You forgive me'
Calling You but there's no sound
Running but there's no way out, out, out, out
When I'm broken You carry all the pieces
On Your shoulders and through all the storms
When these waves are bound to crash
I'll still be holding to You, oh
And why does it feel that I am so alone'
You are the only one who truly knows
When will this end' When can I let it go'
Without you all I am is broken
I'm broken, hope in You
I'm broken
There is hope in You
I'm broken
There is hope in
When I'm broken You carry all the pieces
On Your shoulders and through all the storms
When these waves are bound to crash
I'll still be holding to You
Broken, there is hope in You
I'm broken
The lyrics of "Broken" by Our Heart's Hero express a feeling of exhaustion and despair over a prolonged period of hurting. The singer is looking for reassurance in the midst of their ongoing strife, seeking a sign or message that everything they fear will eventually be okay. They are struggling to hold on, describing feeling as if they are trapped and unable to find a way out of their pain.
The second verse of the song reveals the singer's confusion and doubt, questioning why they continue to suffer and feeling lost without any direction. They plead for forgiveness and continue to call out for help, even if it often feels like they are not being heard. Despite all of this, the chorus repeats as a comforting refrain: that even when they are broken, there is still hope in turning to a trust in God to carry them through.
Overall, the song "Broken" is a heartfelt plea for peace and reassurance amidst a prolonged season of emotional hardship. The lyrics acknowledge the weight of pain and confusion, but ultimately turn to a message of hope and promise in the power of faith and the presence of God.
Line by Line Meaning
And here I am again
The person is experiencing the same difficulty or pain once again.
So tired of hurting
The person is exhausted from the pain and suffering they have experienced.
When will this ever end'
The person is questioning when their pain and suffering will cease or come to a conclusion.
My mind is blurring
The person's mental state is suffering or becoming unclear due to their pain and stress.
Out the pain that rushes to my head
The person feels a sudden and intense pain in their head as a result of their distress.
And so if you're there tonight
The person is addressing a higher power or another person who can offer them comfort and support.
Let me know that everything I fear
The person is worried about their fears becoming reality and is seeking reassurance that they will not.
Is gonna be alright, alright
The person is yearning for someone to tell them that everything will work out in the end.
Calling You but there's no sound
The person is reaching out for help or guidance, but they feel as though no one is answering their call.
Running but there's no way out, out
The person feels trapped and helpless, with no way out of their current situation.
When I'm broken You carry all the pieces
The person is acknowledging that when they are at their lowest, their faith or belief system carries them through.
On Your shoulders and through all the storms
The person looks to their faith as a constant support system during difficult times.
When these waves are bound to crash
The person is anticipating more difficulties in their future that will feel overwhelming.
I'll still be holding to You, oh
The person is determined to hold onto their faith and remain steadfast even when it feels difficult.
Why does this seem so wrong'
The person is questioning why they are experiencing pain and suffering, as it feels unjust or unfair.
What am I missing'
The person is questioning if there is something they are overlooking or if there is something they need to do to change their circumstances.
And if I can't go on
The person is admitting that they feel like giving up and may not have the strength to continue.
Can You forgive me'
The person is asking for forgiveness or seeking reconciliation with a higher power or another person who they feel they have wronged.
And why does it feel that I am so alone'
The person is questioning why they feel isolated and unsupported during their struggles.
You are the only one who truly knows
The person acknowledges that a higher power or another person understands what they are going through and can offer them guidance and support.
When will this end' When can I let it go'
The person is yearning for closure and a way to move on from their pain and suffering.
Without you all I am is broken
The person recognizes that without their faith or someone to support them, they feel incomplete and shattered.
I'm broken, hope in You
The person admits they are broken, but they still have hope and faith to carry them through.
There is hope in You
The person is affirming that their faith or belief system gives them hope and belief in a better outcome.
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