Saint Asonia came into being when Staind guitarist Mike Mushok and Three Days Grace frontman Adam Gontier began writing together just after the latter split with his flagship band. Impressed with what they had managed to conjure up, the duo enlisted Eye Empire bassist Corey Lowery, and former Finger Eleven drummer Rich Beddoe to complete their initial lineup. Heading into the studio with producer Johnny K (Disturbed, Megadeth, Sevendust), the quartet began work on their debut long-player. Released in July 2015, the eponymous full-length Saint Asonia resembled the sum of its parts and was a success both at home, where it reached the Canadian Top Ten, and in the U.S., where it made a solid showing at number 29 on the Billboard 200.
Prior to their next release, Saint Asonia swapped out their rhythm section, with former Staind drummer Sal Giancarelli replacing Beddoe and Art of Dying bassist Cale Gontier (who is also Adam Gontier's cousin) replacing Lowery. With their second lineup settled, the group recorded their 2019 follow-up, Flawed Design, for the Spinefarm label.
Flawed Design
Saint Asonia Lyrics
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Pretending there's a cloud of fog we can't see through
And I know I've said some things
I'll always regret
You're the only one I know who sees
Through all that
Someday, someway
There'd be no more fighting
No taking sides
Up on the shelf above us
Our ideas turn to rust
And the things we love they lose their shine
It's a flawed design
I will never say I'll do something I won't do
'Cause I can't live with myself if I don't pull through
Right here's the only place that I wanna be with you
Someday, someway
If we could find the words to say
There'd be no more fighting
No taking sides
Up on the shelf above us
Our ideas turn to rust
And the things we love they lose their shine
It's a flawed design
Get away, get away if you can
'Cause this is the world I'm fighting for
Someday, someway
If we could find the words to say
There'd be no more fighting
No taking sides
Up on the shelf above us
Our ideas turn to rust
And the things we love they lose their shine
It's a flawed design
The lyrics of Saint Asonia's "Flawed Design" speak to the complexity of human relationships and the inherent flaws that come with them. The opening lines ask a question that many of us may have asked ourselves at some point: why do we do terrible things to each other? The second line acknowledges that we sometimes pretend not to see the pain we inflict on those we care about. The singer of the song then takes responsibility for their own mistakes, admitting regret for having said hurtful things. However, they also recognize their partner's ability to see beyond the hurt and falsehoods to the real person underneath.
The chorus expands on the idea that human relationships are "flawed designs." The world, the song suggests, is full of ideas and things we love, but they all eventually tarnish - the shine fades, ideas turn to rust. The singer's wish is for a world with no more fighting or taking sides, a world where we can find the words to express ourselves and connect with each other before it's too late.
In the bridge, the singer reiterates their commitment to honesty and follow-through, stating that they cannot live with themselves if they don't keep their promises. The song ends with a call to action, urging the listener to "get away" if they can and to fight for a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
Why do we do these terrible things we do
Questioning why humans engage in actions that are harmful and destructive.
Pretending there's a cloud of fog we can't see through
Acting as if we're unable to see through the haze and are unaware of the consequences of our actions.
And I know I've said some things
Acknowledging past mistakes.
I'll always regret
Feeling remorse and sadness for past actions.
You're the only one I know who sees
Valuing a unique relationship with someone who understands and sees through the mistakes.
Through all that
Having someone who stands by your side despite your flaws.
Someday, someway
Expressing hope for positive change in the future.
If we could find the words to say
If we could express ourselves and communicate effectively.
There'd be no more fighting
The resolution of conflicts and the end of disagreements.
No taking sides
The end of people taking sides and dividing into opposing groups.
Up on the shelf above us
Metaphorically referencing old ideas and beliefs that need to be discarded or put away.
Our ideas turn to rust
Old ideas and concepts become useless and outdated.
And the things we love they lose their shine
Things and people we love lose their importance and appeal over time.
It's a flawed design
Acknowledging that human nature is inherently flawed and imperfect.
I will never say I'll do something I won't do
Committing to honesty and reliability.
'Cause I can't live with myself if I don't pull through
Having a strong sense of integrity and personal responsibility.
Right here's the only place that I wanna be with you
Expressing a desire to be in the present moment with a loved one.
Get away, get away if you can
Encouraging people to remove themselves from harmful situations if possible.
'Cause this is the world I'm fighting for
Fighting for a better world and a better future.
Contributed by Aaliyah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
the Actusist
S∆INT ∆SONI∆: ”Flawed Design” [Lyrics]
[Verse 1]
Why do we do these terrible things we do?
Pretending there's a cloud of fog we can't see through
And I know I've said some things I'll always regret
But you're the only one I know who sees through all that
[Chorus]
Someday, someway
If we could find the words to say
There'd be no more fighting, no taking sides
And up on the shelf above us, our ideas turn to rust
And the things we love they lose their shine
It's a flawed design
[Verse 2]
I will never say I'll do something I won't do
'Cause I can't live with myself if I don't pull through
Right here's the only place that I wanna be with you
[Chorus]
Someday, someway
If we could find the words to say
There'd be no more fighting, no taking sides
And up on the shelf above us, our ideas turn to rust
And the things we love they lose their shine
Oh, it's a flawed design
[Bridge]
Get away, get away, get away if you can
'Cause this is the world I'm fighting for
[Solo]
[Chorus]
Someday, someway
If we could find the words to say
There'd be no more fighting, no taking sides
And up on the shelf above us, our ideas turn to rust
And the things we love they lose their shine
Oh, it's a flawed design
Oh, it's a flawed design
Amber Strickland
This song is amazing. I keep replaying it over and over.
Someday, someway
If we could find the words to say
There'd be no more fighting
No taking sides
And up on the shelf above us
Our ideas turn to rust
And the things we love they lose their shine
It's a flawed design
K ZANDER
This is one of the most refreshing song I have heard in a long time.
HILLBOT_98
Oh definitely, the lyrics are so good!
Jacob R
This album is really starting to grow on me. I never have had songs speak to me quite like the One-X album, probably because I was at that prime music-absorbing age of 13-14... but this is giving me nostalgia reminiscent of that album.
Robert E
@SquidYea, they're vegan. :)
Squid
@Robert E what a cute name for a band lol
Breyana Anderson
YES 💟
the Actusist
S∆INT ∆SONI∆: ”Flawed Design” [Lyrics]
[Verse 1]
Why do we do these terrible things we do?
Pretending there's a cloud of fog we can't see through
And I know I've said some things I'll always regret
But you're the only one I know who sees through all that
[Chorus]
Someday, someway
If we could find the words to say
There'd be no more fighting, no taking sides
And up on the shelf above us, our ideas turn to rust
And the things we love they lose their shine
It's a flawed design
[Verse 2]
I will never say I'll do something I won't do
'Cause I can't live with myself if I don't pull through
Right here's the only place that I wanna be with you
[Chorus]
Someday, someway
If we could find the words to say
There'd be no more fighting, no taking sides
And up on the shelf above us, our ideas turn to rust
And the things we love they lose their shine
Oh, it's a flawed design
[Bridge]
Get away, get away, get away if you can
'Cause this is the world I'm fighting for
[Solo]
[Chorus]
Someday, someway
If we could find the words to say
There'd be no more fighting, no taking sides
And up on the shelf above us, our ideas turn to rust
And the things we love they lose their shine
Oh, it's a flawed design
Oh, it's a flawed design
Nuj 21
Adam is back to his old self.
And it’s amazing
HILLBOT_98
I just came to know Saint Asonia today and it's so good to hear Adam Gontier's voice again! I've missed Adam in TDG so I am so happy that he is a lead singer for another rock band.
Anna L. Vajda
Good for him. I wish him well always have.