Overcome has now returned in 2010. But, this is not a reunion. This is a new era of the band. As time moves on life will always have its challenges and changes. Jason Stinson the front man and main song writer for Overcome lead the band through 7 years of these challenges and changes. All of them rewarding. For the last several years it was time to focus and do “life” apart from this band. Now a new opportunity has once again become a reality and Overcome has returned with new members and new music. More important than all of this isn’t what has changed, but what hasn’t and will never change. That is our purpose and our message. Be ready… a new flame is burning.
Equilibrium
Overcome Lyrics
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Prides candle lit at both ends
Sharpening stone to the blade of a knife
Refining fire your your wits to mend
Reality's cold hand to lend
A helping hand to bring you down
No one is always in the lead
No matter who you prick they'll bleed
When you're not being judged
Let he who has no fault
Cast the first stone
All must drop their heads down
All must still feel weakened
All must face rejection
All must face their death bed
You without fault, cast the first stone
Hypocrite
Why can't we respect each others lives
All must face their own path in this life
We're so quick to find new things to hate
Easier to destroy than create.
The song "Equilibrium" by Overcome explores themes of humility, self-reflection, and empathy in the face of life's challenges. The opening lines of "abasing episodes of life" and "pride's candle lit at both ends" suggest that the singer has experienced difficult times that have forced them to confront their own vanity and arrogance. The next lines, "sharpening stone to the blade of a knife, refining fire your wits to mend" can be interpreted as a call to personal growth and self-improvement. The singer is acknowledging that difficult times can be an opportunity to become sharper and better equipped to handle future trials.
The next lines of the song take on a more universal message. "Reality's cold hand to lend, a helping hand to bring you down" suggests that harsh realities can sometimes be the catalyst for change, even if that change is initially painful or difficult. The lines "no one is always in the lead, no matter who you prick they'll bleed" speak to the idea that everyone, even the most successful or powerful, is susceptible to weakness or failure. This message of equality is further emphasized in the refrain "let he who has no fault cast the first stone", which is a biblical reference to forgiveness and mercy.
The last lines of the song appear to be a broader commentary on human nature. The lines "why can't we respect each other's lives, we're so quick to find new things to hate, easier to destroy than create" suggest that society can be quick to judge and condemn, and that it is often easier to tear down than to build up. The song ultimately encourages listeners to embrace humility and empathy, and to recognize the common struggles and vulnerabilities that connect all people.
Line by Line Meaning
Abasing episodes of life
Downcast and humbling experiences in life
Prides candle lit at both ends
Arrogant behavior that will burn out quickly
Sharpening stone to the blade of a knife
Preparing oneself for challenges ahead
Refining fire your your wits to mend
A challenging situation to develop and improve oneself
Reality's cold hand to lend
The harsh truth to offer the needed help
A helping hand to bring you down
One who helps but intends to harm
No one is always in the lead
Power and control are not always constant
No matter who you prick they'll bleed
Everyone is vulnerable, regardless of their position
Judgements are easy
It's easy to find fault in others
When you're not being judged
It's harder to see one's faults when not being critiqued
Let he who has no fault
Only those without flaws have the right to criticize
Cast the first stone
Be the one to initiate the attack or the criticism
All must drop their heads down
Everyone must endure humility
All must still feel weakened
Everyone becomes vulnerable at some point
All must face rejection
Everyone experiences rejection at some point
All must face their death bed
Death comes for everyone eventually
You without fault, cast the first stone
Only the faultless have the right to criticize
Hypocrite
One who condemns others for the same thing they're guilty of
Why can't we respect each other's lives
Why can't we appreciate and tolerate each other's differences
All must face their own path in this life
Everyone has their own journey with unique circumstances
We're so quick to find new things to hate
It's easy to find negative qualities in others
Easier to destroy than create
It's easier to criticize and tear things down than to build and create something new
Contributed by Emma J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.