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.
It's Far Better To Learn
Saosin Lyrics
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High above they're taking over you.
And you should know, I will not let you go!
Let you go!
What is my body worth?
Was there a price set before?
There's something greater there,
Was there a price set before?
It's not gonna change you.
We walk along but never turn
To see what we have done,
(What we have done.)
We choose our moves so carefully for you
(Carefully for you.)
I will not let you go,
Let you go.
What is my body worth?
Was there a price set before?
There's something greater there,
What is my body worth?
Was there a price set before?
It's not gonna change you.
What is my body worth?
Was there a price set before?
It's not gonna change you.
Why believe in nothing,
Why believe in nothing at all?
Why believe in nothing,
Why believe in nothing at all?
What is my body worth?
Was there a price set before?
There's something greater there,
What is my body worth?
Was there a price set before?
It's not gonna change you.
What is my body worth?
What is my body worth?
Saosin's song "It's Far Better To Learn" is a powerful track that explores the themes of existentialism and the meaning of life. The song warns listeners that some problems do not simply blow over and emphasizes that they must face the consequences of their actions. The lyrics, "You'd better learn that this will not blow over and over! High above they're taking over you. And you should know, I will not let you go! Let you go!" clearly indicate that the situation is serious and cannot be ignored.
The song also touches on the concept of mortality and the value of human life. The lyrics, "What is my body worth? Was there a price set before? There's something greater there" ponder the worth of a human's body and wonder if there is a predetermined price. Furthermore, the line, "We walk along but never turn to see what we have done" suggests that individuals must reflect on their actions and the effect it has on others.
The chorus repeatedly asks, "What is my body worth? Was there a price set before? It's not gonna change you." This verse is perhaps the most meaningful because it encapsulates the whole idea of the song. Regardless of the price set on a human's body or how much one's actions affect others, it does not change the person for whom they are.
Line by Line Meaning
You'd better learn that this will not blow over and over!
It's important to acknowledge that problems won't just disappear with time.
High above they're taking over you.
Feeling overwhelmed by external pressures and influences.
And you should know, I will not let you go!
Support and reassurance through tough times.
Let you go!
Reiterating the promise of staying by someone's side.
What is my body worth?
Questioning the value of one's own physical existence.
Was there a price set before?
Wondering if there's a predetermined worth for each person.
There's something greater there,
Believing in the presence of something beyond the physical realm.
It's not gonna change you.
Realizing that material wealth won't bring fulfillment or happiness.
We walk along but never turn
Moving forward without reflecting on past actions or consequences.
To see what we have done,
Ignoring the impact of our choices on ourselves and others.
(What we have done.)
Highlighting the importance of paying attention to our past deeds.
We choose our moves so carefully for you
Carefully considering our actions and choices to benefit those around us.
I will not let you go,
Repeating the promise of support and loyalty.
Why believe in nothing,
Questioning the point of life without belief or purpose.
Why believe in nothing at all?
Expressing the despair of a existence without meaning.
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: BEAU BURCHELL, CHRIS SORENSON, COVE REBER
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