Five- piece from Toledo, Ohio Matt Hammitt (lead vocals), Mark Graalman (drums), Chris Rohman and Pete Prevost (guitars), and Dan Gartley replacing Steve Goodrum(bass).
Often quoted as "Electrifying Christian Rock" with the rock edge of bands like Foo Fighters and songwriting of Matchbox 20. They are mostly known for a trio of chart-topping hits—“Everything About You,” “The Fight Song” and a cover of U2’s “Beautiful Day”.
Their albums include:
All This Talk of Aliens - 1998
Message for the Masses - 1999
Nothing to Lose - 2001
Say it Loud - 2002
The Face of Love - 2006
We Need Each Other - 2007
and... Pieces of a Real Heart, which Sanctus Real held a vote on Twitter and Facebook to decide the title. - 2010
Turn On The Lights
Sanctus Real Lyrics
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That words could not communicate
Don't think it's something that's electric
Just 'cause we're using the radio waves
We're turning on the lights
Down through the halls of time
Flip on the switch, illuminate the future
Turn it up so everyone hears it
Transmit the signal to the world
You've got to listen for what you're missing
'Cause it's going to change your life
We're turning on the lights
Down through the halls of time
Flip on the switch, illuminate the future
Send a shock through the power lines
Flip on the switch, illuminate the future
I want to see the lights illuminate the night
Our endless hearts burning like the stars
Lights of the world, arise
We're turning on the lights
Down through the halls of time
Flip on the switch, illuminate the future
Send a shock through the power lines
Flip on the switch, illuminate the future
Lights of the world, arise
Flip on the switch, illuminate the future
The lyrics to Sanctus Real's song Turn On The Lights serves as a call to action for a better future. The song is about leaving a legacy that will last beyond our time and the importance of taking responsibility now for what we want to pass on to coming generations. The first verse of the song speaks about how our words alone are not enough to create a lasting impact, and how we must act to make a difference. The second verse talks about transmitting a message to the world that can change our lives and future. The chorus emphasizes the importance of turning on the lights down through the halls of time, illuminating the future, and sending a shock through the power lines. The bridge provides a glimpse of what the songwriter wants the future to be like- lit up by the endless hearts burning like the stars.
The song is a powerful reminder that what we do in the present has a direct impact on the future. We are responsible for creating a world that is better and brighter than the one we inherited. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency, calling on all of us to embrace this responsibility and take action. The call to "flip on the switch," "arise," and "illuminate the future" is a metaphor for waking up and taking action. The song's message resonates with many as it asks us to focus on something bigger than ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
We're sending out a message to the future
We're making a statement to the future generation
That words could not communicate
It's something beyond just verbal communication
Don't think it's something that's electric
This is not just technology-driven
Just 'cause we're using the radio waves
We're using a medium, but it's not the message itself
We're turning on the lights
We're starting something significant
Down through the halls of time
It's going to have an impact for generations
Flip on the switch, illuminate the future
We're igniting a spark of hope for tomorrow
Send a shock through the power lines
We want it to have a profound impact
Turn it up so everyone hears it
We want this to be heard and noticed by everyone
Transmit the signal to the world
We want the message to reach the entire world
You've got to listen for what you're missing
It's important to pay attention to what you might be lacking
'Cause it's going to change your life
This will have a transformational impact
I want to see the lights illuminate the night
We aspire to witness the positive impact
Our endless hearts burning like the stars
Our passion for this cause is infinite
Lights of the world, arise
We're calling for a positive change
Flip on the switch, illuminate the future
We want to spark a positive change for the future
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: CHRIS ROHMAN, CHRIS STEVENS, DAN GARTLEY, MARK STEVEN JR. GRAALMAN, MATT HAMMITT, PETER THOMAS PREVOST
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