In 2000, Dave Douglas replaced Stephen Cushman on drums. In 2004, John Warne, formerly of Ace Troubleshooter replaced Brian on bass guitar. In 2005,Jon Schneck joined on with additional guitars, as well as banjo, bells, and backing vocals. In 2008, Ethan Luck, formerly of The O.C. Supertones and Demon Hunter replaced Dave on drums.
The band has released 9 albums, including 2 Christmas albums, as well as 6 EPs, and some other miscellaneous projects. Starting in 2000 with their second album, Relient K was signed to Gotee Records, a Christian record label. In 2004, their album Mmhmm shot them into mainstream popularity when it released at #15 on Billboard 200, and was released on Gotee, Mono Vs. Stereo (both Christian record labels), as well as Capitol, a secular label. They stayed with Gotee/Capitol until 2007, and their album Five Score and Seven Years Ago released at #6. Their latest album, Forget and Not Slow Down was released in 2009 with Mono Vs. Stereo. The band has done very well in both the Christian and mainstream music industries. The band has received numerous awards including a Grammy Award nomination in 2003 for Best Rock Gospel Album and two Dove Awards. The band has sold over 2 million records, with three albums being given gold certification by the RIAA.
The band's musical style has changed over the years, starting off as very pop-punk, and maturing into a unique sort of pop-alternative-rock, with many songs varying in style, and some including acoustic guitars, piano, banjo, synths, bells, etc. Through the years, their lyrics and songwriting have matured, but they have not lost their silly side and sense of humor. They still often reference their Christian faith throughout their songs.
Matt Thiessen, the band's main songwriter, also has a solo side project, Matthew Thiessen and the Earthquakes. He has also collaborated with Owl City. Dave Douglas also had a solo side project, Agnes.
09 Let It All Out
Relient K Lyrics
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I find it so upsetting that
The memories that you select you keep the bad
But the good you just forget
And even though I'm angry I can still say
I know my heart will break the day
When you peel out and drive away
And all this time I never thought
That all we had would be all for none
No, I don't hate you
Don't want to fight you
Know I'll always love you
But right now I just don't like you
Know I don't hate you
Don't want to fight you
Know I'll always love you
But right now I just don't like you
'Cause you took this too far(too far)
Make your decision and don't you dare think twice
Go with your instincts along with some bad advice
This didn't turn out the way I thought it would at all
You blame me, but some of this is still your fault
I tried to move you, but you just wouldn't budge
I tried to hold your hand but you'd rather hold your grudge
I think you know what I'm getting at
You said goodbye and I just don't want you regretting that
No, I don't hate you
Don't want to fight you
Know I'll always love you
But right now I just don't like you
No I don't hate you
Don't want to fight you
Know I'll always love you
But right now I just don't like you
And wisdom always chooses
These black eyes and these bruises
Over the heartache that they say
Never completely goes away
(I just can't believe this happened
And one day we'll see this come around)
And wisdom always chooses
These black eyes and these bruises
Over the heartache that they say
Never completely goes away
No, I don't hate you
Don't want to fight you
Know I'll always love you
But right now I just don't like you
No I don't hate you
Don't want to fight you
Know I'll always love you
But right now I just don't like you
'Cause you took this too far
What happened to us
I heard that it's me we should blame
What happened to us
Why didn't you stop me, from turning out this way
And know that I don't hate you
And know that I don't want to fight you
And know I'll always love you
But right now I just don't
The lyrics of Relient K's "Which to Bury Us or the Hatchet" express feelings of hurt and betrayal between two individuals, possibly former lovers or friends. The singer feels upset that the other person only remembers the bad memories between them and forgets the good times. Despite being angry, the singer still loves the other person and will be heartbroken when they leave. They acknowledge that the other person took things too far and they don't like them at the moment. The singer tries to convince the other person to make a decision and not second-guess themselves. They remind the other that they will always love them, but right now, they just don't like them.
The chorus of "No, I don't hate you, Don't want to fight you, Know I'll always love you, But right now I just don't like you" has become a popular phrase for those struggling with complicated relationships. The song's theme is relatable to many people who have experienced the bitterness and frustration of broken relationships, particularly those where one party holds a grudge and only remembers the bad.
Line by Line Meaning
I think you know what I'm getting at
I believe you understand what I am trying to say.
I find it so upsetting that
It troubles me greatly that
The memories that you select you keep the bad
You only hold onto the negative memories you have of us
But the good you just forget
You forget all the good times we shared
And even though I'm angry I can still say
Despite my anger, I can still admit that
I know my heart will break the day
I am aware that my heart will shatter, the day
When you peel out and drive away
When you leave me in haste
I can't believe this happened
I cannot fathom how this occurred
And all this time I never thought
Throughout all of our time together, I never once considered
That all we had would be all for none
That our entire relationship would ultimately be for nothing
No, I don't hate you
I don't have hatred towards you
Don't want to fight you
I don't wish to argue with you
Know I'll always love you
I am certain that I will always love you
But right now I just don't like you
However, at this moment I do not like you
Cause you took this too far(too far)
Because you have taken this situation beyond a reasonable point
Make your decision and don't you dare think twice
Make up your mind without reconsidering your choice
Go with your instincts along with some bad advice
Follow your intuition, despite any ill-informed guidance
This didn't turn out the way I thought it would at all
This situation did not pan out as I had hoped
You blame me, but some of this is still your fault
While you place the blame on me, some of the fault still lies on you
I tried to move you, but you just wouldn't budge
I attempted to convince you, but you adamantly refused to compromise
I tried to hold your hand but you'd rather hold your grudge
I reached out for your comfort, but you clung onto your resentment
You said goodbye and I just don't want you regretting that
You bid farewell, and I hope you do not come to regret that decision
And wisdom always chooses
Experience often selects
These black eyes and these bruises
Physical harm and pain
Over the heartache that they say
Rather than the emotional pain that people mention
Never completely goes away
Never truly vanishes
And one day we'll see this come around
One day, this will come back to us
What happened to us
What led to our downfall?
I heard that it's me we should blame
Rumor has it that I am to blame
Why didn't you stop me, from turning out this way
Why didn't you intervene and prevent things from deteriorating
And know that I don't hate you
And be aware that I don't despise you
And know that I don't want to fight you
And recognize that I don't want to argue with you
And know I'll always love you
And comprehend that I will forever love you
But right now I just don't like you
However, presently, I do not like you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: MATTHEW THIESSEN
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