Several individual completed songs have also been included on various compilations. These include I Can Tell There Was An Accident Here Earlier on a compilation album entitled Music on the Brain, Volume 1, Bury Your Head on the Atticus compilation Atticus: Dragging the Lake 3, Mookie's Last Christmas from the A Santa Cause: It's a Punk Rock Christmas compilation, and a remake of their previously recorded song I Wanna Hear Another Fast Song called Sleepers from the Take Action! Volume 5 compilation.
The band has managed to gain large amounts of respect in the underground scene, only recently enjoying somewhat mainstream status with appearances on television shows such as "Steve's Untitled Rock Show" and radio play of their first single Voices off the new self-titled album.
There has been a discrepancy about whether Saosin is pronounced "SAY-oh-sin" or "Say-OH-shin". It was accepted by most to be pronounced either way, but former lead vocalist and founding member of Saosin, Anthony Green, offers his explanation on the official Saosin website's "SAOSIN FAQ":
"What does their name mean, and how is it pronounced?"
Thanks to nailed shut, here is a quote from former singer Anthony:
"It’s pronounced SAY-OCEAN. And it’s a Chinese proverb from the 15th and 16th centuries. It means 'small heart'. Fathers used to marry off their youngest sons for money and used to tell them that they weren’t marrying for love, that their wife doesn’t matter. She could die at anytime so don’t get attached. They had to love with caution and raise their sons to be cold and unfeeling as well. I found it in the 8th grade and loved it, I used to name all my old bands that and write songs about it."
Also, "saosin" is actually spelt "xiao xin" in correct Chinese, and pronounced "shaow shin". It also means "be careful" in Chinese.
(added by ddgcreative: Just came back from a live show with Cove, the new lead singer... and they said, in front of a crowd of about 8,000 people, "we are say-o-sin", pronounced sin.)
(note by MarkoBabic: The band's official stance on the issue is that both pronunciations can be considered correct, as it was really only Anthony who stuck by the pronunciation "Say-ocean". This was mentioned in review back in September, 2006 on absolutepunk.net (full interview can be found here).
Current Members:
Anthony Green - Vocals
Beau Burchell - Guitar, Vocals
Justin Shekoski - Guitar, Vocals
Chris Sorenson - Bass
Alex Rodriguez - Drums
Former Members
Cove Reber - Vocals
Zach Kennedy - Bass, quit for personal reasons and later joining Ashley Simpson's band only to quit in 2006.
Pat McGrath - Session drummer hired by Guitarist/Producer Beau for the "Translating the Name" EP. McGrath was formerly a drum tech for Slayer and runs Unchained Studios in San Dimas, CA.
Philip Sneed - Sang for the band during the Vans Warped Tour.
Where are they from?
Chris is from "Crowntown" aka Corona, CA. Beau, Justin, and Alex are from Orange County, CA. Cove is from Vista, CA.
When did they form?
The most commonly-seen live line up didn't come together until about July 2003. The EP was recorded with a different lineup back in March 2003, with Anthony Green on vocals, Zach Kennedy on bass and Pat McGrath on drums. For their first show (June 19th at the showcase theater in Corona, CA) Chris was on bass, and Danny was on drums. Alex debuted on drums at the July 17th show, also at the showcase in Corona.
I Have Become What I Always Hated
Saosin Lyrics
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Never if you only trust your separation
I believe and then
I'll try to give in
Is one fall already bad?
Seems far, but it's true
Whoever told you that
It's true, whoever told you that
Its fine to walk right outta control
It's true, whoever told you that
Thats fine I hope the best for you
It's true, whoever told you that
We try the best to be the best but look what you've done
We are respiratory
We take violence in stride
We are respiratory
We are never to fall
We are the only story, intriguing myth
We told it twice before and I
I believe and then
I'll try to give in
We owe the attention for
Seems far, but it's true
Whoever told you that
We will find a way to be this way
It's true, whoever told you that
Its fine to walk right outta control
It's true, whoever told you that
Thats fine I hope the best for you
It's true, whoever told you that
We try the best to be the best but look what you've done
We are respiratory
We take violence in stride
We are respiratory
We are never to fall
The song "I Have Become What I Always Hated" by Saosin is an introspective and reflective piece, with lyrics that delve deep into the nature of one's self and the world around them. The first stanza of the song talks about how the singer is trying to reconcile their beliefs with their actions and gives in to the fact that they have already fallen once, perhaps symbolizing a previous failure or mistake. The lines "Holy eyes bring back one" and "I'll try to give in" suggest a struggle between the singer's desire to maintain their religious/spiritual values and their fallibility as a human being.
The second stanza of the song talks about the idea that somebody told the singer that they could "find a way to be this way," implying that there is some sort of external pressure on the singer to conform or change. The lines "Its fine to walk right outta control" suggest that perhaps the singer is being encouraged to let go of their inhibitions and live life without restraint. However, the singer seems to acknowledge both the potential for positive outcomes ("I hope the best for you") and the possibility of negative consequences ("look what you've done").
The chorus of the song is repeated twice, with the phrase "We are respiratory" appearing four times. The repeated phrase suggests that there is something fundamental about the singer's nature, perhaps an inherent resilience or durability. The phrase "We take violence in stride" is particularly striking, as it suggests a level of endurance and toughness in the face of adversity. Overall, the song seems to be about the search for personal identity and the struggle to remain true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Holy eyes bring back one
Seeing something pure and true can make someone nostalgic for a simpler time.
Never if you only trust your separation
If you only keep yourself isolated, you'll never be able to trust anyone.
I believe and then
Despite doubts, there is still a sense of faith or hope.
I'll try to give in
In an effort to move forward or change, there will be an attempt to let go of control.
Is one fall already bad?
Is it the end of the world to make a mistake or experience failure?
Seems far, but it's true
Something may seem distant or unlikely, but it could still happen.
Whoever told you that
Addressing a comment or idea someone else presented.
We will find a way to be this way
We'll figure out how to maintain our current state or mindset.
Its fine to walk right outta control
It's okay to step outside of one's normal boundaries or comfort zone.
Thats fine I hope the best for you
Despite differences or disagreements, there is still a desire for others to succeed and be happy.
We try the best to be the best but look what you've done
Despite efforts to be the best, there is still the recognition of mistakes or shortcomings.
We are respiratory
We rely on something vital and necessary to survive, like breathing.
We take violence in stride
We are able to handle conflict or aggression without it derailing us completely.
We are never to fall
Failure or defeat is not an option, as we will always get back up and move forward.
We are the only story, intriguing myth
We create our own narrative and identity, which can be fascinating or captivating.
We told it twice before and I
Despite going through the same story or experience multiple times, there is still personal investment and belief in it.
We owe the attention for
We are responsible for maintaining focus and effort towards something important.
Contributed by Aaliyah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@magpie-yf8gf
the instrumentals, vocals, and quiet-to-loud structure makes me think this was a "Translating the Name" outtake
@Ceaseme123
Such a deep feelings of my tormented teenage soul hours spent listening and relating to this music ❤️
@magpie-yf8gf
The programmed drums, the awkwardly mixed backing vocals, the honky arpeggios, yep, this is a Saosin demo.
@grivza
It's perfect
@stevethepirate
where is Pat when you need him!!
@PresidentialMarquise
2020... Still listening to it! 😎🎶
@nogrecords
Right here with you brother! (Sister!?)
@PresidentialMarquise
@@nogrecords brother! Lol
@Idkmyname355
same
@theherowave
@@nogrecords oh fuck yeah. Always listening