RVIVR (pronounced "reviver") are an American punk rock band from Olympia, W… Read Full Bio ↴RVIVR (pronounced "reviver") are an American punk rock band from Olympia, Washington. The band is fronted by vocalists/guitarists Erica Freas and Mattie Canino; joined by drummer/founding member Kevin Rainsberry as well as various bass players. The band features both current and former members of bands such as Latterman, Shorebirds, Hooky, Socks & Sandals, Casual Lust, Lightnin' Round and Glue!. The band formed in 2008; and put out their debut release - a 7-inch entitled "Life Moves" - in the same year. This was followed by a 7-inch titled "Derailer" in 2009, where 100% of the label profits went to benefiting the Derailer Bicycle Collective in Denver, CO). Their debut self-titled LP was released in 2010 via Rumbletowne Records. In 2011, the band released a compilation album called "The Joester Sessions" that compiled their 2 7" releases, 2010's "Dirty Water" EP and a bonus track. In February 2013, the band released their second studio album, The Beauty Between. The band released a five-track EP, Bicker and Breathe, in September 2014.

The Sound
RVIVR Lyrics

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It's the same thing
That I can only ask about
I can only think to say
Yeah, I can only see

But it's not the words, it's the sound
We sink our words deep in the dark
And we're down, down, down

It's not the same thing
Yeah, we can only cast about
I feel the hate

But it's not the words, it's the sound
We bring them deep in the ground
We're not alone

Instrumental

But it's that kind of pain
That disobeys and stays
Seems darkness moves faster
Than the light

What will you find friend?
You're such a fine friend
I've seen the fllowers grow in your light

What will you find friend?
You're such a fine friend
I've seen the fllowers grow in your light

But it's not the words, it's the sound
We bring them deep in the ground
Down, down, down and down

But it's not the words, it's the sound

We bring them deep in the ground
Down, down, down and down

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of RVIVR's song "The Sound" explore the idea that language, although essential in communication, is not always enough to express our deepest feelings and thoughts. The singer of the song acknowledges that they can only ask, say, and see the same thing repeatedly, which seems to leave them frustrated and unable to fully articulate themselves. Instead, the emphasis is on the power of sound, the kind that sinks deep and can bring people together. The sound becomes a way to connect with others, even if words fail us. The instrumental part of the song further emphasizes this idea, allowing the music to speak for itself when words are not enough.

The song also touches upon the theme of pain and hope. The singer acknowledges that pain can be stubborn and resilient, not easy to shake off, but in the end, it is the light that allows growth and new beginnings. The final lines "I've seen the flowers grow in your light" suggest that even in darkness, hope still exists, and with the help of friends, it is possible to find it.

Line by Line Meaning

It's the same thing
The issue is the same as before

That I can only ask about
I am limited to only asking about it

I can only think to say
My thoughts are confined to certain things to say

Yeah, I can only see
My vision is limited to a certain extent

But it's not the words, it's the sound
The message is conveyed through the sound, not the words

We sink our words deep in the dark
We bury our words inside, away from others

And we're down, down, down
Our mood is solemn and gloomy

It's not the same thing
The issue is not the same anymore

Yeah, we can only cast about
We can only search aimlessly for solutions

I feel the hate
I am feeling an intense dislike or hostility

We bring them deep in the ground
We hide them away from everyone, buried underground