Their first release, 2014's self-titled EP, featured three songs (including debut single "Speak Softly") that would later appear in acoustic form on the Broken Home Sessions EP and the fleshed out Monstrous Things EP, which arrived in 2015
In the summer of 2017, Picturesque issued their debut LP, Back to Beautiful, which included singles "Fake Fiction," "New Face," and "Honestly".
"In the spring of 2020 Picturesque released their Sophomore Album titled "Do You Feel O.K.?" released via Equal Vision Records. Picturesque decided to take a different direction and went with a more alt rock/hard rock route instead of their post-hardcore sound like their debut album "Back to Beautiful." This album includes singles "Necessary," "Crimes," "Swipe," "ATTN:," and "Pray" which acquired more than 4 Million streams on Spotify.
Picturesque is a band that should not be slept on in the scene. They are here to stay and they are here to slay.
Unannounced
Picturesque Lyrics
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Always pointing blame
I might be a hopeless case
But doll face, my pretty little piece of art
I can't think straight
The silence it haunts me
Your words, they kill me
Misfortune may as well be my middle name
Calm our voices down
Where I pretend I'm fearless, unafraid
And have a lot to say
Can we calm our voices down
There will come a fateful day someone will
Walk away unannounced
But doll face
Surely you don't mean to say these things
I can't think straight
The silence it haunts me
Your words, they kill me
And I'm to blame
Misfortune's out for me
Calm our voices down
Where I pretend I'm fearless, unafraid
And have a lot to say
Can we calm our voices down
There will come a fateful day someone will
Walk away unannounced
But surely you don't mean to say these things
What doesn't bend is bound to break
Attempted compromises, but attempted too late
Now you're gone without a trace
Goodbye love, hello heartache
Now I just write letters to the one that got away
Too quick to react to little things
Always pointing blame
Calm our voices down
Where I pretend I'm fearless, unafraid
And have a lot to say
Can we calm our voices down
There will come a fateful day someone will
Walk away unannounced
I can't think straight
(Can't think straight)
The silence it haunts me
Your words, they kill me
And I'm to blame
(Can't think straight)
Misfortune may as well be my middle name
The song "Unannounced" by Picturesque delves into the emotions of a person who struggles to communicate with their significant other effectively. The lyrics express the feeling of being overwhelmed and haunted by the silence that comes with unresolved conflicts. The opening lines, "Too quick to react to little things, always pointing blame," allude to a pattern of behavior that involves overreacting and blaming others instead of dealing with the real issue at hand.
The chorus of the song emphasizes a plea for calmness and communication. The singer acknowledges their responsibility in the situation, saying "Your words, they kill me, and I'm to blame." The lines "Can we calm our voices down? There will come a fateful day someone will walk away unannounced," portray a sense of urgency and fear of losing the other person due to a lack of communication.
The song's bridge highlights the consequences of not communicating effectively, as the singer writes letters to the one who got away. The closing lines, "Misfortune may as well be my middle name" express the sense of despair and feeling trapped in a cycle of miscommunication that causes constant pain.
Line by Line Meaning
Too quick to react to little things
I tend to overreact to minor issues
Always pointing blame
I have a habit of accusing others of wrongdoing
I might be a hopeless case
I feel like I'm beyond help
But doll face, my pretty little piece of art
I address someone affectionately and as an object of beauty
I can't think straight
I'm having trouble focusing
The silence it haunts me
I'm disturbed by the lack of noise
Your words, they kill me
I am deeply hurt by what you say
And I'm to blame
I acknowledge that I'm responsible for my own emotions
Misfortune may as well be my middle name
I feel like I'm cursed with bad luck
Calm our voices down
We need to lower the volume of our conversation
Where I pretend I'm fearless, unafraid
I put on a façade of bravery
And have a lot to say
I act as if I have something important to contribute
There will come a fateful day someone will
I am anticipating a moment in the future
Walk away unannounced
Someone will leave without warning
But doll face
I address someone affectionately and as an object of beauty
Surely you don't mean to say these things
I hope you're not intentionally trying to hurt me
What doesn't bend is bound to break
Things that are inflexible will eventually shatter
Attempted compromises, but attempted too late
We tried to make amends, but it was too late
Now you're gone without a trace
You disappeared suddenly and without a clear reason
Goodbye love, hello heartache
Our relationship has ended and I'm left with emotional pain
Now I just write letters to the one that got away
I express my feelings through written communication to someone who is no longer in my life
Can we calm our voices down
We should lower the volume of our conversation
I can't think straight
I'm having trouble focusing
(Can't think straight)
I reiterate that I'm having trouble concentrating
Misfortune's out for me
I feel like I'm always unlucky
Contributed by Maya A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dakotabennett6686
This is one of my favorite songs. His range during the chorus is heavenly
@Dickey7861
Love this band so much! It's been consuming my stereo for like two months haha
@skydancer171
This high note is hitting my mind
@brookefab2601
how the hell did I just now hear about this incredible band??? holy shit. he has so much passion when he sings like.. haven't stumbled across an amazing band like this in awhile
@followwind1471
So good, you can really feel the emotional energy that went into this
@acies9408
Tatman army GO
@normanroxrox10
+kyle rasinger WHERE IS THE FAT MAN
@bertmanstew5598
RareTim RareTim RareTim
@LVA2010
+kyle rasinger Sorry, this is a long shot, but he showed a facebook video on stream with a guy singing just like this guy, had a beard. You know who the guy is? Dont know when he showed it.
@normanroxrox10
+Brian Moreno Brian Watkins