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 Have 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
Saosin's song "I Have Become What I've Always Hated" is a reflection on the inner struggle of the singer. The lyrics suggest that the singer has become something they never wanted to be, hence the title of the song. The lines "Holy eyes bring back one, Never if you only trust your separation, I believe and then, I'll try to give in" indicate that the singer is trying to reconcile their past and present selves. They are trying to remember who they used to be and assimilate that person into the person they've become.
The chorus "We are respiratory, We take violence in stride, We are never to fall" is, on the surface, a statement of strength and resilience. However, when put into the context of the song, it can also be seen as a defense mechanism. The singer is trying to appear tough and invincible, but in reality, they are struggling with their own identity.
The lines "We owe the attention for, Seems far, but it's true" suggest a desire for recognition and understanding. The singer feels that they deserve to be seen and heard, but they also acknowledge that their journey and struggles may not be easily comprehensible to others.
Overall, the song explores themes of identity, struggle, and the complexity of the self. It's a deeply introspective piece that delves into the human psyche and the ways in which we cope with our own inner demons.
Line by Line Meaning
Holy eyes bring back one
Looking at something from a pure and innocent perspective can remind us of the simplicity and purity of life.
Never if you only trust your separation
If you isolate yourself and don't allow yourself to be vulnerable and open with others, you will never truly experience the world around you.
I believe and then
Believing in oneself and one's abilities is crucial for personal growth and success.
I'll try to give in
Sometimes you need to let go of control and allow yourself to be vulnerable in order to grow and learn.
Is one fall already bad?
Making mistakes and experiencing failure is a normal part of life and should not deter us from continuing to pursue our goals.
Seems far, but it's true
The road to success may seem long and difficult, but it is possible if we believe in ourselves and stay committed to our goals.
Whoever told you that We will find a way to be this way
Someone may have given us false hope that we can maintain our current lifestyle or way of thinking forever, but the reality is that change is inevitable.
Its fine to walk right outta control
It's okay to embrace chaos and uncertainty in order to grow and learn, rather than constantly trying to maintain strict control over one's life.
Thats fine I hope the best for you
Even if someone chooses a different path than us, it's important to wish them well and support their journey.
We try the best to be the best but look what you've done
We may strive for perfection and success, but it's important to recognize and learn from our mistakes and failures along the way.
We are respiratory
We are alive and constantly breathing, a physical reminder of our existence and vitality.
We take violence in stride
We may encounter difficulties and challenges along the way, but we are resilient and able to handle them with grace and strength.
We are never to fall
Despite challenges and setbacks, we will never give up or fall, as our determination and resilience keep us moving forward.
We are the only story, intriguing myth
As individuals, we each have our own unique experiences and stories that make us who we are, forming an intriguing and mysterious narrative.
We told it twice before and I
Despite sharing our stories and experiences before, we continue to grow and evolve as individuals, leading to new perspectives and stories to share.
We owe the attention for
We should be grateful for the attention and love we receive from others, and strive to reciprocate and give back to them.
Contributed by Vivian V. 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