Members:
* Charles Finn – lead vocals (2007–2011)
* Jordan Chase – bass, vocals (2007–2011)
* David Ecker – rhythm guitar (2009–2011)
* Jason Ciolli – lead guitar (2007–2011)
* Ryan Loerke – drums, percussion (2007–2011)
Former member:
* Bradyn Byron – rhythm guitar (2007–2009)
History
The band, consisting of five members, was called Stutterfly until a key member, Chris Stickney, decided to leave shortly after they were dropped from Maverick Records. Stickney soon moved to a band called Oceans Apart. The rest of the band, Bradyn Byron, Jason Ciolli, Jordan Chase and Ryan Loerke, approached Charles Finn (then named Charles Furney), a friend and former member of thebleedingalarm, who used to tour with them, to be their new lead singer. The new line-up became Secret and Whisper on February 24, 2007. They decided to think of a new band name because of the completely different sound that Charles' voice brought to the band.
The band signed to Tooth & Nail Records and the first album, Great White Whale was released on February 12, 2008. "XOXOXO" was released as a single off the album with an accompanying music video.
On September 15, 2009 in a MySpace blog, Charles announced the official departure of Bradyn Byron. The band has since recruited David Ecker as guitarist. Ecker previously played guitar for Oceans Apart with former Stutterfly member Chris Stickney.
The first single off the second album, Teenage Fantasy, was "Warrior (Southern Arrowwood)". The album was released on April 6, 2010. On February 4, 2011, the band released a B-side track "Pixie" through myspace.
On July 12, 2011 it was announced via Facebook note that the band was going on a hiatus. Members of S&W Jordan Chase, Ryan Loerke and David Ecker have since gone on to form the band Shreddy Krueger.
Youth Cats
Secret And Whisper Lyrics
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Today we saw her bathing in the nude.
We will watch her celebrate the moon.
Tell me of the earth.
Tell me of your secrecy,
Passed down through the ages.
lady of Northern Star.
Tonight I try to stray away from you,
and watch you creep through the yard.
Be ready for anything beyond the borders.
The younger cats have come to tear away.
Tonight they hunt their prey and it is you.
To the youth.
To the end of dreams.
To your teenage fantasy
These lyrics from Secret and Whisper's song Youth Cats contain imagery and symbolism that could be interpreted in different ways. At first glance, it seems like a story of a group of young people who are observing a lady who has some mystical powers. They watch her command the river and celebrate the moon while naked. Then the focus shifts to the singer's curiosity about the secrets of the earth, the heritage passed down through the ages.
However, as the song progresses, it becomes evident that the lady of miracles and the youth cats have some connection. The lyrics suggest that she is the target of the younger cats' hunt, and the singer tries to steer clear of her. It creates an atmosphere of danger and impending doom, with hints of a power struggle or a rite of passage. The repeated refrain of "To the youth, to the end of dreams, to your teenage fantasy" adds to the mystical aura, as if the events are part of a larger, magical scheme.
Overall, the lyrics of Youth Cats are open to subjective interpretation and allow the audience to create their own story based on the vivid descriptions and symbolism used.
Line by Line Meaning
The lady of miracles commands the river.
A powerful woman has control over nature and can manipulate it to her will.
Today we saw her bathing in the nude.
We witnessed this woman in a vulnerable state, which is rare to see as she is typically in control.
We will watch her celebrate the moon.
We plan on observing this woman's unique way of honoring and acknowledging the moon phases.
Tell me of the earth.
I am curious about your relationship and connection to the natural world.
Tell me of your secrecy,
Share with me the secrets that have been passed down through generations.
Passed down through the ages.
These secrets have been preserved and retained throughout the span of time.
Tonight I try to stay away from you,
I am attempting to distance myself from you, lady of Northern Star.
Lady of Northern Star.
This powerful woman is a guiding force and symbol of hope to those around her.
Tonight I try to stray away from you,
I am making an effort to deviate from my attraction towards you.
And watch you creep through the yard.
Even as I try to resist you, I still find myself drawn to observing your movements.
Be ready for anything beyond the borders.
Prepare yourself for the unknown and unexpected, outside of what you are familiar with.
The younger cats have come to tear away.
A new generation is rising up to challenge and remove the old ways.
Tonight they hunt their prey and it is you.
These young individuals are seeking to eliminate the influence and power that you currently possess.
To the youth.
This is a message directed towards young people, acknowledging their importance and influence.
To the end of dreams.
This is a farewell or conclusion to achieving one's dreams, perhaps due to feeling powerless or hopeless.
To your teenage fantasy.
This is a reference to the hopes and desires that one may have had during adolescence, that may not be achievable in reality.
Contributed by Victoria S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.