Their debut, "Lady, You Shot Me," was independently released in July 2010. After a year of touring the Virginia, DC & Maryland area, the group took a temporary hiatus to pursue other endeavors. The band has since regrouped in September of 2012 and have returned with their sophomore release "Miles" in the summer of 2013.
Members: Nick | Shawn | Jimi | Brandon | Jon
Dreamers
Satellites On Parade Lyrics
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It's a mask that I've recovered from time to time
Faking a smile, in denial about this withering disguise
There are those still admire victimless crimes
I tried my best to achieve all that you wanted from me
But all I hear is an echo from these voices shouting
Communication cutting ties with every horror we've been shown
If I would've known – we all were born inside a broken home
If I could've seen – the other side may not just be a dream
I've disappeared, travelled years upon this long and winding road
It's a path that I've discovered paved in gold
God knows I tried, putting pride aside for everything I know
This twine is growing tired as I let go
You had a chance to make yourself something
Now look around it was all for nothing
The above lyrics are from the song Dreamers by Satellites On Parade. The song appears to be about feeling disillusioned with one's life, wearing a mask to conceal one's true feelings, and feeling disconnected from society at large. The first stanza talks about how the singer has had enough of their present situation and how it has made them rough around the edges. They talk about wearing a mask that they occasionally take off, but it is clear that the mask is becoming something that is no longer working for them. The line "Faking a smile, in denial about this withering disguise" emphasizes this feeling, as the singer talks about how they are forcing themselves to appear happy, but it is becoming increasingly difficult to keep up the facade.
The second stanza talks about feeling isolated and disconnected from the world around the singer. The line "This whole damn nation's grieving silently alone we've lost all communication cutting ties with every horror we've been shown" suggests that people everywhere are feeling disconnected from one another and are struggling to communicate. The singer then talks about how they feel like they were born into a "broken home", implying that society as a whole is broken or dysfunctional. Finally, the singer expresses some hope that there may be a way out of this situation, saying "If I could've seen – the other side may not just be a dream".
In the final stanza, the singer talks about feeling like they have disappeared and have been travelling for years without making any progress. They talk about how they tried to put their pride aside and make something of themselves, but it ultimately did not work out. The song ends on a somber note, with the singer telling listeners that they too might end up with nothing despite their efforts.
Line by Line Meaning
I've had enough, growing rough around the edges of my eyes
I am tired of pretending and wearing a fake smile.
It's a mask that I've recovered from time to time
I often use a mask to hide my true emotions.
Faking a smile, in denial about this withering disguise
I pretend to be happy and deny the fact that I am feeling sad and hopeless.
There are those still admire victimless crimes
People still idolize those who commit crimes without causing harm to others.
I tried my best to achieve all that you wanted from me
I did everything in my power to fulfill your expectations.
But all I hear is an echo from these voices shouting
I only hear criticism and negativity from those around me.
This whole damn nation's grieving silently alone we've lost all
The entire country is mourning in silence because we have experienced so much loss and pain.
Communication cutting ties with every horror we've been shown
Our ability to communicate with each other has deteriorated due to all of the terrible things we have experienced.
If I would've known – we all were born inside a broken home
If I had known that our society is fundamentally flawed, I would have acted differently.
If I could've seen – the other side may not just be a dream
If I had realized that there is hope for a better future, I would have been more optimistic.
I've disappeared, travelled years upon this long and winding road
I have lost myself and wandered aimlessly for years.
It's a path that I've discovered paved in gold
I have finally found a path towards success and fulfillment.
God knows I tried, putting pride aside for everything I know
I have put aside my ego and tried my best to achieve my goals.
This twine is growing tired as I let go
I am losing my willpower and giving up on my dreams.
You had a chance to make yourself something
You had the opportunity to succeed and achieve your goals.
Now look around it was all for nothing
Now that you have failed, you realize that all of your efforts were futile.
Contributed by Blake D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.