The first song released for the public to listen to was 'They Say' on the 28th March 2008 via the band's website, http://scarsonbroadway.com, and MySpace.
On December of 2005, Malakian said in an interview that he "could release ten solo records tomorrow.". He also said, " I have tons of material laying around. After these albums," (Mezmerize and Hypnotize) "I'm gonna go off to learn how to brain and do something on my own, just like Serj. And no, System of a Down is not breaking up. We're just gonna do like KISS and put out our own solo records."
"Ghetto Blaster Rehearsals" (2003) was supposedly a leak of new Scars on Broadway material, but in a 2007 letter, Daron announced on his website that these tracks weren't in any way affiliated with the current Scars on Broadway and that the music is from an unnamed disbanded project from four years ago (featuring Casey Chaos on vocals).
The band's website featured a countdown timer, counting down to 15:00 PST of March 28, 2008. Additionally, above the timer, in quotation marks was the phrase "They say it's all about to end." When the countdown ended, the song "They Say" was made available on the site. The song is also available for listening on the band's official MySpace page.
Scars on Broadway played their first live show April 11, 2008 at the Whisky a Go-Go in Los Angeles, CA. They have also confirmed to be playing with Metallica at KFMA Day 2008 in Tucson, AZ. On January 22, 2008 Scars on Broadway were announced to be performing at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 26, 2008. On May 17th of that year, the band also performed at the sixteenth annual KROQ Weenie Roast, along with Atreyu, Bad Religion, Flobots, Flogging Molly, Metallica, The Offspring, Pennywise, The Raconteurs, Rise Against and Seether.
On May 2, 2008, Scars announced on their official website that their debut album, Scars on Broadway, was to be released on the 28th and 29th of July.
In late 2008, the band entered a hiatus, with Malakian citing a lack of enthusiasm and "his heart not being into touring", as the primary reasons for the band's cessation. In April 2010, the band ended its hiatus, announcing a gig which will take place at The Troubador, Los Angeles on May 2, 2010.
On January 11, 2012 it was announced that they are currently recording their sophomore album and it is expected to be released sometime in the Fall.
On September 12, 2012 It was revealed that an EP will also come out, sometime around the release of their second album.
On September 22, 2012 Scars on Broadway performed at the Epicenter Festival in Irvine, Ca.
Current members:
Daron Malakian — vocals, guitars, bass guitar, keyboards.
Orbel Babayan- guitar
Niko Chantziantoniou- bass
Roman Lomtadze- drums
Former members:
John Dolmayan — drums, percussion
Dominic Cifarelli — bass guitar, backing vocals.
Franky Perez — guitar, vocals.
Danny Shamoun — keyboards, piano, percussion.
Jules Pampena — drums, percussion.
Wh*ring Streets
Scars on Broadway Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Who hears me crying?
I'm dying.
Is there anybody here
When it's over?
Over?
I'm just passing the time
Wondering how you people will ever survive
Killing you while you're killing me
It's time to show all you people you'll never survive
Whoring down your whoring streets
Killing you while you're killing me...
Is there anybody here
Who hears me crying?
I'm dying.
Is there anybody here
When it's over?
Over?
I'm just passing the time
Wondering how you people will ever survive
Whoring down your whoring streets
Killing you while you're killing me
It's time to show all you people you'll never survive
Whoring down your whoring streets
Killing you while you're killing me...
Killing you while you're killing me...
Whoring down your whoring streets
Killing you while you're killing me...
Is there anybody here
Who hears me crying?
I'm dying.
The lyrics to Scars on Broadway's "Whoring Streets" express a feeling of hopelessness and despair in a world that seems to be consumed by greed and corruption. The singer asks if anyone is there to hear his cries and expresses his desperation as he feels like he's dying. He then wonders if anyone will be there when it's all over.
The repetition of the phrase "whoring down your whoring streets" is a reference to the idea that our society and culture is built around the idea of selling oneself and one's goods for money. The singer feels like this lifestyle is not sustainable and is ultimately self-destructive. The line "Killing you while you're killing me" highlights this destructive cycle that the singer feels trapped in.
The repeated questions also show the singer's desperation for connection and empathy from others. He's searching for someone who can relate to his pain and offer support in a world that seems to be tearing everyone apart. Despite the bleak picture painted by the lyrics, there's also a sense of urgency and a call to action as the singer asserts that it's time to show everyone that this way of life is not sustainable and will only lead to destruction.
Line by Line Meaning
Is there anybody here
Asking if there is anyone listening or paying attention
Who hears me crying?
Wondering if someone can hear the pain and sadness
I'm dying.
Expressing a sense of hopelessness and despair
Is there anybody here
Repeating the question, still seeking connection
When it's over?
Asking if anyone will be there when the struggle ends
Over?
Repeating the question, emphasizing uncertainty
I'm just passing the time
Boredom and aimlessness; nothing seems to matter
Wondering how you people will ever survive
Reflecting on the harsh reality of the world and questioning humanity's ability to thrive
Whoring down your whoring streets
Referring to the rampant commercialism and exploitation in the modern world
Killing you while you're killing me
Describing a vicious cycle of harm and destruction perpetuated by society
It's time to show all you people you'll never survive
Urging society to wake up and realize the harm it is inflicting on itself
Whoring down your whoring streets
Repeating the earlier line, emphasizing the theme of corruption and excess
Killing you while you're killing me...
Repeating the chorus, reinforcing the idea that everyone is being harmed in the cycle
Is there anybody here
Restating the question, still seeking connection
Who hears me crying?
Repeating the earlier line, underscoring the feelings of isolation and despair
I'm dying.
Repeating the first line of the song, encapsulating the sense of hopelessness and doom
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DARON MALAKIAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@plainshark7609
this is the perfect song for Daron's voice. Any other voice wouldn't suit it in my opinion. Especially the "killing you while your killing me" part
@disaffected_malcontent
Very true. Daron is so creative and unique.
@Zen_yan
I'm agree, his voice speciality
@TheGostables
damn, that quiet background voice is awesome
@burntskeleton0
Mandingabriel12 You mean sounds like Serj’s voice
@eddysantiagosanchezmora6234
@OrochiKH Indeed Franky Recorded this song, one of the very few he did.
@TheTasaras13
thumbs up if you dont remember how many times you repeated the song
@likelinus1741
One of the most heartfelt songs I have ever heard.
@Maravoc
My favorite song from this band.
@paulflint6254
so far