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.
Let It All Out
Relient K Lyrics
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Get it all out
Rip it out remove it
Don't be alarmed
When the wound begins to bleed
'Cause we're so scared to find out
What this life's all about
Not knowing all along
That's exactly what we need
And today I will trust you with the confidence
Of a man who's never known defeat
But tomorrow, upon hearing what I did
I will stare at you in disbelief
Oh, inconsistent me
Crying out for consistency
And you said I know that this will hurt
But if I don't break your heart then things will just get worse
If the burden seems too much to bear
Remember
The end will justify the pain it took to get us there
And I'll let it be known
At times I have shown
Signs of all my weakness
But somewhere in me
There is strength
And you promise me
That you believe
In time I will defeat this
'Cause somewhere in me
There is strength
And today I will trust you with the confidence
Of a man who's never known defeat
And I'll try my best to just forget
That that man isn't me
And you said I know that this will hurt
But if I don't break your heart then things will just get worse
If the burden seems too much to bear
Remember
The end will justify the pain it took to get us there
Reach out to me
Make my heart brand new
Every beat will be for you
For you
And I know you know
You touched my life
When you touched my heavy heart and made it light
The song "Let It All Out" by Relient K is a deeply introspective song about fear, pain, and the healing process. The lyrics recommend expressing and acknowledging emotions that might be difficult to deal with, which is a recurring theme throughout the song. The first verse portrays a sense of fear of the unknown, with the singer admitting that there is much to be learned about life. However, the need to confront and overcome fears and setbacks is emphasized in the chorus, as well as the promise that the struggles and pain that come with it are not in vain. The chorus affirms the idea that the process of emotional healing might be difficult, but it will ultimately make the individual stronger and more resilient than before.
The second verse describes the singer's struggle with inconsistency and weakness, which are challenges that everyone faces at some point in their lives. The song speaks to the idea that you can become more consistent and stronger if you are willing to acknowledge and accept these things. The lyrics imply that seeking help and support from someone you trust, such as a friend or a therapist, can help in the process of overcoming weakness and striving for consistency.
The song ends on a hopeful note, stating that the singer has found strength and that every beat of their heart is for the person they trust. This can be seen as a metaphor for the power of love and support in the healing process.
Line by Line Meaning
Let it all out
Express everything, share your feelings
Get it all out
Open up, don't hold back
Rip it out remove it
Be honest, leave nothing behind
Don't be alarmed
Don't be frightened or surprised
When the wound begins to bleed
When old emotions or memories resurface
'Cause we're so scared to find out
We're afraid of the unknown
What this life's all about
The meaning and purpose of life
So scared we're going to lose it
We're afraid of losing what we have
Not knowing all along
Without realizing
That's exactly what we need
That's what will make us stronger
And today I will trust you with the confidence
Today I'll confide in you, trust you completely
Of a man who's never known defeat
Of someone who's always been strong and never failed
But tomorrow, upon hearing what I did
But tomorrow, when I hear about my own actions
I will stare at you in disbelief
I'll be surprised and ashamed
Oh, inconsistent me
I'm not always reliable or consistent
Crying out for consistency
Asking for more stability in my life
And you said I know that this will hurt
You warned me that this will be painful
But if I don't break your heart then things will just get worse
If I don't confront you now, things will only get more difficult
If the burden seems too much to bear
If you feel overwhelmed
Remember
Don't forget
The end will justify the pain it took to get us there
The outcome will make it all worth it
And I'll let it be known
I'll admit
At times I have shown
Sometimes I've revealed
Signs of all my weakness
My vulnerabilities and flaws
But somewhere in me
Deep down inside of me
There is strength
I have the power to overcome
And you promise me
You reassure me
That you believe
That you have confidence in me
In time I will defeat this
I'll eventually overcome my struggles
'Cause somewhere in me
'Cause I have a source of strength
And I'll try my best to just forget
I'll attempt to move on and forget
That that man isn't me
To not judge myself too harshly
Reach out to me
Connect with me
Make my heart brand new
Give me a fresh start and renewed outlook
Every beat will be for you
I'll be grateful for your presence in my life
And I know you know
I'm aware that you understand
You touched my life
You made a significant impact on my life
When you touched my heavy heart and made it light
When you helped me overcome my emotional struggles
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Matthew Arnold Thiessen
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Lyrics:
Let it all out (Get it all out)
Rip it out, remove it
Don't be alarmed when the wound begins to bleed
'Cause we're so scared to find out (What this life's all about)
So scared we're gonna lose it
Not knowing all along
That's exactly what we need
[Pre-Chorus 1]
And today I will trust You with a confidence
Of a man who's never known defeat
But tomorrow, upon hearing what I did
I will stare at You in disbelief
Oh, inconsistent me
Crying out for consistency
[Chorus]
And You said, "I know that this will hurt
But if I don't break your heart then things will just get worse
If the burden seems too much to bear
Remember the end will justify the pain it took to get us there"
[Verse 2]
And I'll let it be known (At times I have shown)
Signs of all my weakness
But somewhere in me
There is strength
And You promise me (That You believe)
In time I will defeat this
'Cause somewhere in me
There is strength
[Pre-Chorus 2]
And today I will trust you with the confidence
Of a man who's never known defeat
And I'll try my best to just forget
That that man isn't me
[Chorus]
And You said, "I know that this will hurt
But if I don't break your heart then things will just get worse
If the burden seems too much to bear
Remember the end will justify the pain it took to get us there"
You said, "I know that this will hurt (I know this will hurt)
But if I don't break your heart then things will just get worse
(Things will get much worse)
When the burden seems too much to bear
(Seems too much to bear)
Remember the end will justify the pain it took to get us there"
[Bridge]
Reach out to me
Make my heart brand new
Every beat will be for You
For You
And I know You know
You touched my life
When You touched my heavy heart
And made it light
@isabelcasson9581
Worlds most underrated album ever.
@RShack13ford
Definitely
@stevefrederick9748
You are so right even in 2020!!!
@youngdrowsy_
Have you heard forget and not slow down? Cuz that’s the worlds most slept on album.
@TopSuggestions
World's most underrated comment ever too
@angelam6671
Agreed!
@dork_mork6953
Honestly this band got me through my roughest years. I genuinely don’t think I’d be alive if I hadn’t had them when I needed them. 💕
@skiguru99
dork_mork theyre a special band
@ashleyd2472
Same. <3
@GoodNews-px2im
AGREED!