1. Pillar is composed of Rob… Read Full Bio ↴There are 3 bands with the name Pillar.
1. Pillar is composed of Rob Beckley (vocals), Lester Estelle Jr.(drums), Noah Henson (guitar), and Michael "Kalel" Wittig (bass). These Christian rockers with an alt-metal edge have been honing their infectious sound since 1998 while attending Ft. Hays State University in northwestern Kansas. A deal with Flicker was inked in 2000 after the band's self-released debut, Metamorphosis, impressed the label. Within months, Pillar followed things up with Above. Their first single, "Open Your Eyes," was popular on the college charts, earning Above nearly 60,000 in sales. Pillar also earned the Best Rock Band award at the annual Dove Awards in 2001.
A year later, Pillar relocated to Tulsa, OK, and released Fireproof. MCA picked up the band and reissued the energetic sophomore effort in 2003. However, MCA shut down shortly thereafter and Pillar returned to Flicker, and released their next album, Where Do We Go From Here, in 2004.
In 2005, Joey "Cinco" Avalos, formerly of Christian rock trio Justifide, was added as a second guitar player. He was never an official member of the band, and only played live shows. He no longer does, as he is playing in the newly started band "Stars Go Dim".
In Pillar's 2006 release, The Reckoning, the band stays true to their style while experimenting with new sounds. Pillar was nominated for the "Best Rock/Rap Gospel Album" Grammy with this album.
On Pillar's fifth album, For The Love Of The Game, frontman Rob Beckley says this:
“We get to say that we play rock ‘n roll for a living. We get to see lives changed. We have a renewed love and focus. With that in mind, making For the Love of the Game was very fun, and very fluent; it just came out. We went into the studio knowing what the album was going to be called and we were able to carry the vision through. We wanted to have a positive, bright, fun sounding record. That was our intent from the beginning. We trust that as people hear this record, God will use it to change lives. That’’s the ultimate fuel for our fire. When someone tells us, ‘‘your music changed my marriage, or brought me closer to God,’ that’s when we know God is using our music, and that’’s what it’s all about to us.” ~ MacKenzie Wilson, All Music Guide
Written by MacKenzie Wilson and Abel Ringvold
Pillar's sixth album, "Confessions," was released on September 22, 2009, claiming to show an evolved style but at the same time sticking close to the formula developed in For The Love Of The Game.
2. Pillar was a band that consisted of Dave Walker, who would later on do vocals for Harvest and Krakatoa, and Justin Kane, who would go on to drum for Disembodied and Martyr AD. Not much is known of Pillar other then a demo released in 1993, which was produced by Cad Dziewior (Threadbare, 108, Judas Factor, etc.)
3. Pillar was an emo band from Regina, Saskatchewan. Released their full length "Everyone is as Terrified as You Are" in 2001.
Open Your Eyes
Pillar Lyrics
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With the friends that you've had since the day that your life began
You're caught up in the rat race with your face disgraced
'Cause there's a time and a place for everything
And so we bring what you can sing
Givin' glory and honor to the one we call the King
You gotta fix your eyes on Him cause you know
That death is the wages of sin
Just open your eyes it's time you realize
It's your own demise
Just open your eyes it's time you realize
To reach out for the prize
Comin' once again bringin the noise to fill you in
On this secret that you'll see when you open up your eyes within
So party people when you've fallen down you've had enough
Just open 'em up and let Him fill your cup
You can't do anything without consequences and repercussions
You think the world owes you something well stop you fussin
'Cause it ain't my fault it's nobody buy yours
So see what your life has in store when you open up your eyes
Don't blink
The song "Open Your Eyes" by Pillar begins by describing a person who is continually striving to make amends with friends from their past, caught up in a never-ending rat race. The lyrics suggest that this person needs to focus on God since death is the price of sin. The chorus urges the person to open their eyes to the reality of their situation and reach out for the prize.
The second verse calls for the listener to be open to a secret message that they'll find when they open their eyes within. The third verse speaks to people who think the world owes them something, reminding them that there are consequences and repercussions for every action taken. The song urges the listener to open their eyes and see what life has in store, without blinking, implying that the person needs to wake up to what's going on around them.
Overall, the song is a call to action for the listener to open their eyes to the truth, to focus on God, and to take responsibility for their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Your runnin' the race that never ends to make amends
You are constantly trying to make things right and apologize to those you have wronged, yet it seems like you can never fully accomplish it.
With the friends that you've had since the day that your life began
You are surrounded by old friends who have been with you since the beginning, but even they cannot fully understand what you are going through.
You're caught up in the rat race with your face disgraced
You are trapped in a never-ending cycle of trying to prove yourself and make up for your past mistakes, which is taking a toll on your self-esteem.
'Cause there's a time and a place for everything
It's important to remember that everything in life has a certain time and place, and that there is no rush to fix everything at once.
And so we bring what you can sing
We offer you something to sing about - the glory and honor of the one we call the King.
Givin' glory and honor to the one we call the King
We are paying tribute to the King, who deserves all of the glory and honor in the world.
You gotta fix your eyes on Him cause you know
You need to focus your attention on the King, because you understand that death is the result of sin.
That death is the wages of sin
The punishment for sin is death, and this is something that you recognize.
So open up your eyes
It's time to take a good, hard look at what is happening around you and see the world for what it truly is.
Just open your eyes it's time you realize
You need to stop living in denial and realize that the world is not perfect and neither are you.
To reach out for the prize
You need to set your sights on something greater, and work towards achieving a goal that brings you true happiness and fulfillment.
Comin' once again bringin the noise to fill you in
We are here to bring excitement and energy, and to share important information that will help guide you.
On this secret that you'll see when you open up your eyes within
There is something within you that you have yet to discover, and you will only find it when you take the time to look inward and confront your true self.
So party people when you've fallen down you've had enough
When you feel like you have hit rock bottom and can't go on anymore, it's time to take a step back and reassess your life.
Just open 'em up and let Him fill your cup
Take a leap of faith, and allow the King to fill your cup and give you the strength to persevere.
You can't do anything without consequences and repercussions
Every action you take in life has a consequence, whether it be positive or negative.
You think the world owes you something well stop you fussin
It's time to stop thinking that the world owes you something, and take responsibility for your own life.
'Cause it ain't my fault it's nobody buy yours
No one is to blame for your problems except yourself, and it's up to you to make the best of the situation you are in.
So see what your life has in store when you open up your eyes
Take a fresh look at your life, and discover all of the possibilities that are available to you.
Don't blink
Don't miss out on any opportunities or chances for growth and self-discovery. Keep your eyes open and stay alert.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Kassner Associated Publishers Ltd
Written by: Charles Robert Simpson, Omar Abidi, Alexander Derek Westaway, Daniel Lewis Caton Haigh
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
inquiring mind
Like this sound. Good message, great energy.
Joshua Strickland
They early years of Pillar. So enjoyable, then embarrassing knowing I was rocking out to it. Their 2004 album was the best and I still blast it when I'm on the road.
Dustin
Embarrassing??? 🤔
drummerjstone
listening since the beginning days when I was a teen and saw you live. Much love to you guys and this music... it is truly unique and enjoyable, ROCK ON!
TheArcadefreak
This is good stuff! They just found a new fan
James Harmer
These guys and early TFK sounded a lot like Limp Bizkit when hey first started out. But they have both changed a lot over the years.
Michael
I asked my aunt for the album Soundsystem by 311 for christmas and I got this instead. I wasn't entirely disappointed definitely some fun stuff on the album.
onyxoul
Wish they came back to this style.
SnakePlissken001
This song is 18 years old... crazy.
Theautisticmetalthrasher666
This takes me back to 7th grade back in 2018 when I used to listen to Christian rock music before I got into 80s Thrash metal and this is one of my favorite songs and I haven't listened to it in a year or two and now that I come back to this even I ain't Christian anymore but this is still catchy