Weeks and Jason Null formed the band in their small hometown of Corinth, Mississippi in 2004. They met when Weeks, who was in a band, was playing guitar at his best friend’s house, when Null, who was in a rival local group, walked in to rehearse with his band. Within days of that meeting, Null and Weeks were writing and honing the intimate writing style that now defines Saving Abel. In early 2005, the pair’s songs caught the ear of noted producer Skidd Mills (12 Stones, Saliva, Submersed), who took the band into his 747 Studios in Memphis. Mills notes, “It was ‘18 Days’ that hooked me. The first time I heard it I was like, ‘these guys are the real deal; they’ll be doing this for a long time.’ Jason and Jared have always understood that the most important part of the music business is having great songs.”
Saving Abel gradually came together in the final electric lineup of guitarist Scott Bartlett, bassist Eric Taylor, and drummer Blake Dixon, and the band paid its dues both onstage and off. Weeks would toss Saving Abel demos onto the stage when bigger bands played in town, and between playing gigs, working day jobs, and Weeks and Null constantly driving from Mississippi to Memphis to record their self-titled EP with Mills, it was a busy and prolific couple years. Weeks remembers; “I used to work at a hospital. I’d have to be there at 4:30 in the morning drawing blood. I’d wake people up and stick a needle in their arm. I’d be walking around the hospital, singing ‘Addicted’ in my head, writing down the lyrics on patients’ clipboards and doctor script pads.”
Null and Weeks bring in differing songwriting approaches influences, giving Saving Abel a well-rounded sound. Null comes from a musical family, and recalls Saturday nights at the local community center as a child. “We didn’t miss it, ever! It was bluegrass band after bluegrass band. We’d hoot and holler, as we used to say. My brother traded my bike for a guitar for me when I was 6, and I learned ‘Johnny B. Goode’ that night! I go back to Willie and Waylon, but as a kid of the ‘80s, I also love Metallica. Also, Angus Young is one of my main influences, as well as the guitar sound and solos of Seattle bands like Soundgarden and Alice in Chains.” For his part, a teenage Weeks played basketball and went to state twice in tennis before music consumed his life. A big fan of the blues and Southern Rock, Weeks calls himself the more “literal” songwriter of the two, explaining, “If something is really bothering me, or how I’m feeling at that moment, I’ll write about it. For me to get the most out of a song, I have to get it almost to the point I’m ready to cry if I can’t get it out, and that makes people relate to it.”
After shopping their indie EP for almost a year, a copy of ‘Addicted’ found its way to one-time Virgin A&R Consultant Scott Frazier and manager partner Rick Smith. They were so excited that they sent the song to the label’s Chairman/CEO Jason Flom. Flom was impressed upon first listen and immediately sent A&R vet Kim Stephens (Collective Soul, Matchbox 20, Edwin McCain) to see the band in Jackson, Tennessee. The band was signed the next day. Says Stephens, “I was sold on the merit of the songs and instantly recognized this was a band with huge potential.”
Saving Abel, the Virgin debut produced by Mills, features mostly brand-new tunes, plus a few favorites from the indie EP, including the poignant, perfectly crafted “18 Days,” “Running From You,” and “Drowning Face Down.” Null explains that “18 Days” was lyrically inspired by sheriff Buford Pusser of ‘Walking Tall’ fame, while laughingly admitting that the rowdy road trip in “New Tattoo” (“The blue is for the bruise you left in my heart / and the red is for the color we’re about to paint this town”) is “based on a true story.” Null furthers: “Our goals are always to concentrate on the song, not just one cool part to make a kid bop his head. Every person I talk to loves a different song of ours.” Null was also the one who gave the band its name: “I Googled the story of Cain and Abel and found a line about ‘there was no Saving Abel,’ which just jumped out at me.” Everyone agreed and the name stuck…much like Saving Abel's songs get instantly stuck in the minds and ears of everyone who hears them. With a radio-ready sound combining big riffs and memorable melodies, Saving Abel has created a polished combination of Southern and Alternative rock…. 2008 style. Get Addicted. Get Saving Abel. You can go to http://savingabel.com
Drowning
Saving Abel Lyrics
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Below the sun
I've wandered endlessly and waited for
My time to come
I think I'm drowning
Can someone lend a hand?
Can someone save me?
I've gone too far to turn around
It's hard to reach for you
When I'm lying face down
I can't relieve my soul
I'm lost in a moment
Lying face down
Returning home I find myself
Wishing I was already gone
But how long does it take to find me
Well I'm waiting for someone
I think I'm drowning
Can someone lend a hand?
Can someone save me?
'Cause I don't think I can
I've gone too far to turn around
It's hard to reach for you
When I'm lying face down
I can't relieve my soul
I'm lost in a moment
Lying face down
I've gone too far to turn around
It's hard to reach for you
When I'm lying face down
I can't relieve my soul
I'm lost in a moment
Lying, Lying
I've gone too far to turn around
I've gone too far to turn around
In a moment, lying face down
"Drowning" by Saving Abel is a song that explores the feeling of being lost and the struggle to find one's way back. The lyrics describe the singer's experience of feeling trapped in a difficult situation, without any hope of escape. The valley referred to in the song can be interpreted as a metaphor for this difficult situation, with the sun symbolizing hope and guidance. Despite his endless wandering, the singer feels helpless and unable to relieve his soul.
The chorus of the song, "I think I'm drowning, can someone lend a hand, can someone save me, 'cause I don't think I can," expresses the singer's desperation for help. He feels as though he is sinking deeper and deeper into his troubles, and can only hope that someone will come to his rescue.
The final verse of the song suggests that the singer is returning home, but is still lost and waiting for someone to help him. He wishes he was already gone, indicating a desire to escape his current situation. The repetition of the line "I've gone too far to turn around" emphasizes the singer's feeling of being stuck and unable to change his circumstances.
Overall, "Drowning" is a powerful and emotional song that captures the struggle of feeling lost and alone. It speaks to the universal human experience of needing help and support during difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Times before I walked through the valley
I have been in difficult situations before.
Below the sun
In the light of day, for all to see.
I've wandered endlessly and waited for my time to come
I have struggled and waited for a better time.
I think I'm drowning
I feel overwhelmed and unable to cope.
Can someone lend a hand?
Can someone please help me?
Can someone save me?
Can someone rescue me from this situation?
'Cause I don't think I can
I am unable to save myself.
I've gone too far to turn around
I have made mistakes that cannot be undone.
It's hard to reach for you
It is difficult for me to ask for help.
When I'm lying face down
When I am at my lowest point.
I can't relieve my soul
I am unable to find peace or escape from my troubles.
I'm lost in a moment
I am stuck in a difficult situation.
Returning home I find myself wishing I was already gone
I feel like I don't belong and want to escape.
But how long does it take to find me
I wonder how long it will take for someone to notice and help me.
Well I'm waiting for someone
I am hoping and waiting for someone to help.
Lying, Lying
I am trapped and unable to move forward.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Jared Weeks, Jason Null, Skidd Mills
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@jessicagates4054
Times before I've walked through
The valley below the sun
I've wondered endlessly
And waited for my time to come
I think I'm drowning
Can someone lend a hand?
Can someone save me?
'Cause I don't think I can
I've come too far to turn around
It's hard to reach for you when I'm lying face down
I carried my soul, I'm lost
I'm lost in a moment lying face down
Returning home I find myself
Wishing I was already gone
But how long does it take to find me
When I'm waiting for someone?
I think I'm drowning
Can someone lend a hand?
Can someone save me?
'Cause I don't think I can
I've come too far to turn around
It's hard to reach for you when I'm lying face down
I carried my soul, I'm lost
I'm lost in a moment lying face down
Ooh yeah!
I've come too far to turn around
It's hard to reach for you when I'm lying face down
I carried my soul, I'm lost
I'm lost in a moment lying, lying
I've come too far to turn around
I've come too far to turn around
Lost in a moment lying face down
@keeranimal8
Opened for them a few times...when Jason found out I was a combat vet, we all got to talking about that kinda stuf...he humbled me with stories of playing for disabled vets in DC...love these guys. Best ever!!
@keeranimal8
@Tor Acerlg Yeah man.. you’re probably right. Look brother, I’m not looking for accolades, or recognition. We just started drinking together after the show. The guys (disabled vet friends) that he told me this guy was talking about humbled me. My post wasn’t to build me up…far from it. It was to show what great guys the dudes in Saving Abel are. Just great, stand up guys.
@keeranimal8
@Tor Acerlg Oh yeah, and it wasn’t ten seconds…it didn’t come up for an hour or more. We simply talked about music before the subject was breached. You have a great day my friend.
@ryanmcadams1737
Last night Yankton SD great show
@kristencampbell7993
Very cool
@lour5802
Excellent!! Jason and the band are straight Patriots! Hope they stay that way
@matthewmyers975
This song is one of my favorite songs from Saving Abel.
@michaelhall736
Really awesome song. I used to be a NASCAR fan and when I was a kid I was a big fan of Jeremy Mayfield. It makes me sad to see how badly his life turned out. He was I consider to be one of the most underrated NASCAR drivers of all time.
@angryrick2330
Yea man drugs fuck people up.
@allbayfishing9456
And to know that Jeremy was setup all along makes it worse. NASCAR had a vengeance out for him, and were able to win.