Isaac Holman (Vocals, Drums) and Laurie Vincent (Guitar, Vocals) released their debut mini-album "Sugar coated bitter truth" through Girl Fight Records in July 2012. Where's Your Car Debbie?, Hey and The Hunter, were all released in 2014. "ARE YOU SATISFIED?", the duo's first full length album, was released in June 2015, preceded by the three track 7" Feed The Mantaray in February. Their second album, Take Control, was released in September 2016. Their third album, Acts of Fear and Love was released in August 17, 2018.
2) The Alt-Rock/Post-Hardcore band SLAVES is now renamed as Rain City Drive: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rain_City_Drive Rain City Drive
I’d Rather See Your Star Explode
Slaves Lyrics
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From the ones who I thought they would never leave
Who gave you so much faith?
Who gave you so much power?
You turned it all against me
I'm feeling alive like it's the first time
But you're going, and you're going and you're gone tonight
Never gonna be a part of me this time
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
Just wait, just wait, just wait
Kick me when I'm down, keep me on the ground
There's no black and white when it comes to pain
All I gave up, it's still not enough
You're twisting my demons like there is no love
When push comes to shove that fine line gives up
I'm left with the feeling of chasing a rush
I'm feeling alive like it's the first time
But you're going, and you're going and you're gone tonight
I'm feeling alive like it's the first time
Never gonna be a part of me this time
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
Just wait
Gonna show what I've got left
You haven't even seen my best
Just wait
All I gave up, still not enough
Kick me when I'm down
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
Just wait
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Don't count me out, won't let you down
I'm never gonna let you down
(Don't count me out, don't count me out)
(Don't write, I won't let you down)
Slaves's song I'd Rather See Your Star Explode is a song about resilience and overcoming the obstacles and negative people in life. The song opens by talking about being kicked when one is already down, by the same people who were initially supportive. It explores the betrayal and pain that comes with such experiences. The lyrics also talk about the power this person had initially, given to them by the singer, and how they turned it against them. However, despite all of this, the singer feels alive and refuses to let this person bring them down. They know that this person will always write them off and count them out but will not let them down, and so they say "just wait".
The chorus of the song speaks to the feeling of finally moving on and feeling alive, and how this person will never be a part of the singer's life again. The verses then go on to explore the emotional turmoil and struggle that comes with the process of moving on from a negative experience. The singer talks about how there is no black and white when it comes to pain and how they gave their all but it was still not enough. Despite this, they refuse to let this person's twisting of their demons and negativity bring them down. Instead, they focus on chasing a rush and feeling alive again. The song ends with the singer promising not to let this person down and never counting themselves out, leaving a sense of empowerment and strength that permeates the song.
Overall, I'd Rather See Your Star Explode is a powerful song about resilience, moving on, and refusing to let negative people bring one down. It explores feelings of pain, betrayal, and the struggle to keep going despite it all.
Line by Line Meaning
Kick me when I'm down, keep me on the ground
You take pleasure in seeing me struggle and won't let me get back up.
From the ones who I thought they would never leave
Those who I trusted and believed in have left me when I needed them the most.
Who gave you so much faith?
I want to know why you believed in them when they let me down.
Who gave you so much power?
I want to know why you gave them so much power over me.
You turned it all against me
They have used the power and faith you gave them to hurt me.
I'm feeling alive like it's the first time
Despite the pain and struggle, I feel invigorated and ready to take on the world.
But you're going, and you're going and you're gone tonight
You have abandoned me and left me to face my struggles alone.
Never gonna be a part of me this time
I won't let you back in my life after you've hurt me so deeply.
I know you'll write me off
You have a habit of underestimating me and not believing in my potential.
I know you're always gonna count me out
You will always assume I'll fail and not give me a chance to prove you wrong.
You think I'm gonna let you down?
Despite your lack of faith in me, I won't give up and let you win.
Just wait, just wait, just wait
I'll prove you wrong and show you what I'm truly capable of, just you wait.
There's no black and white when it comes to pain
Pain is complex and cannot be easily categorized or understood as either good or bad.
All I gave up, it's still not enough
I've sacrificed a lot to try to please you or earn your respect, but it's never enough.
You're twisting my demons like there is no love
You're using my weaknesses against me, showing no compassion or understanding.
When push comes to shove that fine line gives up
When I'm tested or pushed to my limits, I struggle and may give up.
I'm left with the feeling of chasing a rush
I feel like I'm constantly chasing something that I can never quite reach or attain.
Gonna show what I've got left
I will use my remaining strength and resilience to bounce back from this.
You haven't even seen my best
Despite your lack of belief in me, you have not seen the full extent of my potential yet.
Don't count me out, won't let you down
I won't give up or disappoint you, even if you expect me to.
I'm never gonna let you down
I am determined to succeed and prove you wrong, no matter what it takes.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Colin Vieira, Erik Ron, Jonny Craig
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Kick me when I'm down
Keep me on the ground
From the ones who I thought they would never leave
Who gave you so much faith?
Who gave you so much power?
You turned it all against me
I'm feeling alive like it's the first time
But you're goin' and you're goin' and you're gone tonight
I'm feeling alive like it's the first time
Never gonna be a part of me this time
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
Just wait, just wait, just wait
Kick me when I'm down
Keep me on the ground
There's no black and white when it comes to pain
All I gave up, it's still not enough
You're twisting my demons like there is no love
When push comes to shove that fine line gives up
I'm left with the feeling of chasing a rush
I'm feeling alive like it's the first time
But you're goin' and you're goin' and you're gone tonight
I'm feeling alive like it's the first time
Never gonna be a part of me this time
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
Just wait
Gonna show what I've got left
You haven't even seen my best
Just wait
All I gave up
Still not enough
Kick me when I'm down
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
I know you'll write me off
I know you're always gonna count me out
You think I'm gonna let you down?
Just wait
Don't count me out
Won't let you down
I'm never gonna let you down
(Don't count me out, don't count me out)
(Don't write, I won't let you down)
@user-pk9ej5wr9j
just discovered this recently in 2023, idk why the algorithms weren't blasting this band sooner!!! His vocals are unreal
@Kaboom2711
Not too long ago they had a name change from Slaves to Rain City Drive - so deff look more into it
@jonniemayhem
Sadly Johnny Craig was booted from this band too. So this album was the only good one that had him as vocalist. Check out True Colors that's good song too
@oxypillix
He was also the lead singer for several of Dance Gavin Dance albums. His replacement is something else, too. Check them out, sometime. Incredible band.
@WilofJ
This is the song that got me into Slaves, and now they are one of my all time favorite bands. Their music is golden and I listen to them pretty much every day
@Cassienka
SAAAAAAAAAAAAME
@xgensixx7118
The singer pretty sure is same singer from the band Dance Gavin Dance as well
@jvkxbe1649
@@xgensixx7118yes same og singer from DGD and from Emarosa and ghost runner on third. (Jonny Craig)
@Krondelo
This song very well illustrates how I recently was screwed over. But i love it and his voice is incredible!
@foxtrot7851
I listen to this song at least 3 times a day - doesn't get old