Formed in January 1998 by vocalist Adam Rich (Now a Principal formerly a Science Teacher) and guitarist Mark Barry, Pressure 4-5 started simply enough, as two college friends forming a band together. Things quickly picked up when another friend from college, Lyle McKeany, joined the group as bassist. Joe Schmidt later joined the band as DJ before switching to rhythm guitar. Joe Schmidt later recruited his brother, Tom Schmidt, to fill in the final void in the band as drummer.
The band's moniker comes from Joe Schmidt's unwillingness to be the group's DJ. He rarely came for practices with the band, which left the remaining members wondering if they'd have 4 or 5 members, hence the name "Pressure 4-5."
In 1999, the band released an independently-released EP, entitled Antechnology. After a warm welcoming from the rock community and a large outpouring of support, the band was quickly signed to Dreamworks Records, where they released their only full-length album, Burning The Process, in 2001. Amidst the alternative metal craze, this year would prove to be Pressure 4-5's most successful; they acquired a spot on the Second Stage of Ozzfest 2001 before touring with groups like Dredg, The Used and Lit. The song "Melt Me Down" would also be featured on the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 Soundtrack.
Unfortunately, the band's success was short lived, with only two singles "Beat The World," a song about the death of Adam Rich's friend, and "Melt Me Down." "Beat The World" actually did quite well on modern rock mainstays such as MTV2 from late summer to winter of 2001. But after working on a follow-up to Burning The Process the next year, numerous band members left (namely Tom Schmidt and Lyle McKeany). The band abruptly called it quits after gathering replacement musicians and recording a few demos that were never released.
Albums
* Antechnology (1999)
* Demo (2000)
* Burning the Process (2001)
Singles
* 2001 "Beat the World"
* 2002
Music videos
* "Beat the World"
* "Melt Me Down"
These Hands
Pressure 4-5 Lyrics
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Time. I've got no more to spare
Awake to the sound of a million people
Look around to see
That no one's there
[Chorus]
Breaking out of a new cell
Try to reason
Try to think
Want some sympathy
Used. These hands are used and dirty
And screaming for something new
Wait. I've waited for so long
To break away from all that's wrong
But it's inconsequential
It seems nothing matters
It seems nothing matters unless you scream
[Chorus]
Used. These hands are used and dirty
And screaming for something new
You saidâ?¦nothing
Break up the pieces, they're killing you slowly
No fiction fact or fantasy could make you see
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Pressure 4-5's song These Hands seem to provide a commentary on the struggles that one may face while dealing with the mundane and repetitive aspects of life. The song appears to suggest that there is a constant sense of fatigue associated with navigating through life's challenges, with the singer feeling as if he is invisible in the world around him. The lyrics convey a deep sense of resignation, with the singer expressing a sense of helplessness in the face of the unrelenting pressures of daily life.
The central theme that emerges from the lyrics of These Hands is the frustration that the singer feels as he attempts to free himself from the confines of his existence. The chorus of the song suggests that the singer is looking for some form of escape or release from the monotony of his life, with the metaphorical use of the phrase "breaking out of a new cell" indicating that he feels trapped and constrained. The lyrics also appear to allude to the importance of communication and empathy in our interactions with others, with the phrase "want some sympathy" suggesting that the singer is seeking understanding and support from those around him.
In summary, These Hands seems to be a powerful and introspective exploration of the challenges and pressures that we all face as we navigate through life. The lyrics offer an unflinching look at the difficulties of breaking free from the mundane, while also highlighting the importance of compassion and understanding in our relationships with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Life. It's like I'm never there
Feeling irrelevant and unnoticed in life.
Time. I've got no more to spare
Feeling like there is not enough time to accomplish what is desired.
Awake to the sound of a million people
Feeling overwhelmed and surrounded by the noise of society.
Look around to see
Observing the environment.
That no one's there
Feeling alone in a crowded world.
Breaking out of a new cell
Trying to escape from a situation that feels confining.
What you wanted to be
Striving to achieve personal goals and dreams.
Try to reason
Attempting to logically understand and process a situation.
Try to think
Putting effort into thinking and analyzing the situation.
Want some sympathy
Desiring compassion and understanding from others.
Used. These hands are used and dirty
Feeling worn out and affected by struggles and challenges.
And screaming for something new
Longing for a change or improvement in one's life.
Wait. I've waited for so long
Feeling tired of waiting for improvement or change.
To break away from all that's wrong
Desiring to escape from negative aspects of life.
But it's inconsequential
Feeling like efforts are insignificant or ineffective.
It seems nothing matters
Feeling hopeless and apathetic towards life.
Unless you scream
Feeling like one's voice is not heard unless expressing strong emotions or reactions.
You saidâ?¦nothing
Feeling invisible and ignored, as if others do not recognize one's emotions or thoughts.
Break up the pieces, they're killing you slowly
Recognizing that negative situations and emotions can harm one's well-being over time.
No fiction fact or fantasy could make you see
Feeling frustrated that others cannot see or understand one's perspective or situation.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ADAM JEFFERY RICH, JAKE W FOWLER, JOSEPH SCHMIDT, LYLE PATRICK MC KEANY, MARK D BARRY
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