1. Palisad… Read Full Bio ↴There are, at least, two artists with the name Palisades.
1. Palisades was a post-hardcore band from Iselin, New Jersey formed in 2008 as Marilyn Is Dead. They changed their name to Palisades in August 2011 and signed to Rise Records. Palisades has released five studio albums; Outcasts in 2012, Mind Games in 2015, a self-titled album in 2017, Erase the Pain in 2018, and their most recent Reaching Hypercritical on July 22, 2022. They also have one self-released album under their previous name. On January 11, 2023, the band officially confirmed that they will break up after one last show, scheduled on February 25, 2023. They also announced that they would be joined by former vocalist Lou Miceli and keyboardist Earl Halasan for this show.
Final lineup
Louis "Lou" Miceli Jr – lead vocals (2011–2021, 2023)
Xavier Adames – lead guitar, backing vocals (2008–2023)
Matthew Marshall – rhythm guitar (2008–2023)
Aaron Rosa – drums, percussion (2008–2023)
Earl Halasan – turntables, sampling, keyboards, synthesizers, programming (2008–2016, 2023), lead and rhythm guitar (2008–2013)
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2. Palisades were a post-hardcore band from in Melbourne, Australia, formed on April 29th, 2011, and disbanded in July 6th, 2012.
Mind Games
Palisades Lyrics
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For another day with your touch
Never quite added up
The way you made such a fuss
About nothing at all
I thought you were crazy in love
But you were just crazy oh oh
Cleaning somebody's mess
Well never again will I let you
Fuck with my head
Well never again will I let you
Fuck with my head
I thought you were crazy in love
But you were just crazy oh oh
I was pushed to the edge
Cleaning somebody's mess
Well never again will I let you
Fuck with my head
From the girls to the government
Your boy Champs see the world on some other shit
Scotty gotta beam me up to the mother ship
I'm runnin' undercover but I'm one of them runnin' it
And I'm wonderin' if this is not just another fake slumber from which I will arise
I am a problem, a threat and a virus in the eyes of your government, eyes of your god
You could say what you really want
No
You could say but you really won't know
You could say what you really want
But you really won't
Cuz you really don't know
You had me going
Without a warning
You turned into someone else
Maybe I was blind
Couldn't see all the signs
But now I see so damn clear
I thought you were crazy in love
But you were just crazy oh oh
I was pushed to the edge
Cleaning somebody's mess
Well never again will I let you
Fuck with my head
The lyrics to Palisades's song Mind Games tell the story of someone who was once deeply in love with another person, but now realizes they were delusional about the relationship. At the time, they were so desperate to hold onto any semblance of love that they would've given up their life just to feel close again. The emotional turmoil of this person's behavior, however, was too much for the other party. They made a fuss about nothing at all, and the singer finally realized that their partner was not crazy in love, but just plain crazy. The relationship pushed the singer to their breaking point, but they finally stand up for themselves with the line, "never again will I let you f*ck with my head."
The second verse introduces some political undertones, as "Champs" (presumably the singer's rap alter-ego) sees the world from a different, more critical perspective. He's running undercover as part of a larger movement and wonders if he's just living in another fake reality. The lyrics speak to feelings of disillusionment and paranoia, raising questions about authority and power structures. Ultimately, however, the song returns to the main theme: feeling betrayed and hurt by someone the singer loved.
Line by Line Meaning
There was a time I would've given my life
I once loved you so deeply that I was willing to sacrifice everything for just another day with you.
For another day with your touch
I craved your physical affection and presence so much that I would have done anything to be near you.
Never quite added up
Your behavior and actions were often confusing and didn't seem to make sense to me.
The way you made such a fuss
You often overreacted and created unnecessary drama over things that didn't require that level of attention.
About nothing at all
The things you got upset about seemed insignificant and minor, leaving me feeling confused and frustrated.
I thought you were crazy in love
I believed that your intense emotions towards me were a sign of deep love and affection.
But you were just crazy oh oh
In reality, your emotions weren't based in love, but rather in a deeper level of instability and unhealthiness.
I was pushed to the edge
Your actions and behavior brought me to the brink of my ability to handle the situation.
Cleaning somebody's mess
I was constantly forced to clean up the messes you made, both metaphorically and literally.
Well never again will I let you
I have learned my lesson and will never allow you to have that level of control over my head and heart again.
Fuck with my head
I won't tolerate the emotional manipulation and instability that you brought into my life again.
From the girls to the government
I am now aware of many different types of toxic people in the world, from everyday relationships to those in positions of power.
Your boy Champs see the world on some other shit
I have a unique perspective thanks to the lessons I've learned, and I am no longer willing to accept mistreatment or instability in any area of my life.
Scotty gotta beam me up to the mother ship
I feel like an outsider in a strange and chaotic world, and I wish I could escape it all.
I'm runnin' undercover but I'm one of them runnin' it
I may be hiding my pain, but I know that many others are going through similar experiences.
And I'm wonderin' if this is not just another fake slumber from which I will arise
I am questioning whether my current state of peace and clarity is real or just another temporary state before I face more trials and tribulations.
I am a problem, a threat and a virus in the eyes of your government, eyes of your god
The systems of power in society may see me as a threat because of my newfound clarity and resistance to toxic influences.
You could say what you really want
You have the ability to express your thoughts and feelings honestly and openly.
No
But I know that you won't.
You could say but you really won't know
Even if you do choose to speak honestly, you may not fully understand the complexities of my experiences and emotions.
You could say what you really want
You may be able to vocalize your desires, but that doesn't mean they are healthy or appropriate.
But you really won't
But I don't believe that you truly understand yourself or your actions enough to choose what's best for you or anyone else.
Cuz you really don't know
You lack the awareness and introspection needed to truly know yourself and your motives.
You had me going
You had me fooled and believing that your behavior was acceptable and based in love.
Without a warning
You didn't give me any indication that things were about to change or that your behavior was about to become harmful.
You turned into someone else
Your behavior shifted dramatically and you became someone I didn't recognize or understand.
Maybe I was blind
In hindsight, I realize that I may have ignored red flags and signs that your behavior was unhealthy because I was blinded by my feelings for you.
Couldn't see all the signs
I now understand that there were many signs that your behavior was manipulative and toxic, but I didn't see them at the time.
But now I see so damn clear
I have gained clarity and am now able to see the situation for what it truly was, allowing me to move forward and make healthier choices.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Aaron Rosa, Brandon Reese, Earl Halasan, Lou Miceli, Matthew Marhsall, Xavier Adames
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@listenlookandlistenandlear8271
It's 2023 and I miss this kind of music. So I still keep Palisades on my list 😌🎶 its like when you want to headbang but dance in some beat drops at the same time 🔥
@aleahfrazier9138
I met this band at Warped last year. They are so incredibly nice. We had a good chat about anime too. I don't see why people don't like them. This is such a cool way to mix together different genres of music. But we all have different tastes in music. Annnddd Janice Griffith is in this video? Nice.
@prxphet5330
she's hot as fuck
@aleahfrazier9138
Zack Watson Agreed. Hot as fuck.
@Chizuru94
So they really are into Japanese (and anime?) Awesome. Love that they sometimes write their name in Katakana.
@amjadalkiswani1995
@@aleahfrazier9138 unfortunately still didn't meet them personally but couldn't agree more. 👏🏻❤
@VoidAthyna
I also saw them at warped tour 2015 in Orlando, and this song was even better live
@jordanadams7168
It's perfect the way the poppy vocals contrast with the breakdown in the end
@samusaran7317
Nice face diaper 🐑
@USSRgunfun01
People are so close minded, this song is dope! (I've been following these guys since they released their first EP, they've got balls to be able to change their sound so much.)