Band Members:
Founding members Paco Estrada (vocals), G.I. Sanders (guitar), and Chad Abbott (guitar), were the mainstays for the band, performing on every recording and at every show during the band's existence. Dave Shafer (bass) and Tabber Millard (drums) were also members of the band at the end. Other members included Moe Martinez (drums), Doug McGrath (bass), Spencer Estep (drums), and Scot Risch (bass).
History:
Drama Kids (2001-2004)
Drama Kids was originally released by Dallas based indie label Brando Records, and later re-released nationally by MCA. The lead single, Dear Claudia, received good airplay in the U.S. and was included in an episode of Law & Order SVU. Ken Shimamoto of the Fort Worth Weekly said Paco Estrada's "pipes are strong and expressive enough to set him apart from the other 10,000 faceless, droning alt-rock angst-boys''. MCA closed its doors while SouthFM was touring in support of Drama Kids, leaving the band and album behind. Many MCA artists were merged into Geffen Records, SouthFM however, was dropped.
Swallowing The Pill (2005-2006)
After nearly two years of writing since parting ways with MCA/Geffen the band released their follow up album, Swallowing The Pill, yet again on Brando Records. Two singles were officially released to radio, Killing Me and Blue & Grey. The band toured regionally throughout 2005 and 2006, until their final show on October 28th, 2006 at the Curtain Club in Dallas, Texas.
Prélude
SouthFM Lyrics
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Its a shame we had to go this far
A shame we had to go at all
And you, your wounds will spill change
And pour forgiveness till it overflows
Fill the cups for those who ask for it
He said Son, don't you know it has to be this way
He said Son, don't you know it has to be this way
So maybe someday
The lyrics of SouthFM's song Prelude touches on the theme of regret, forgiveness, and sacrifice. The lines "I left you to sway, it's a shame we had to go this far, a shame we had to go at all" suggests a sense of regret and sadness. The singer seems to have made a decision that has resulted in ends that they are not happy with. They might have hurt someone they cared about, and now they are facing the consequences of their actions.
The second half of the verse shifts to forgiveness and redemption. The line "your wounds will spill change and pour forgiveness till it overflows, fill the cups for those who ask for it" suggests that the person the singer hurt is capable of forgiveness, and they are willing to offer that forgiveness even if it takes a lot of effort on their part. The chorus "He said, son, don't you know it has to be this way, your wounds will bring him life" suggests that the pain of the situation is necessary for growth and development for all involved.
Overall, the lyrics of Prelude capture the complexity of human relationships and the importance of remorse and forgiveness. It serves as a reminder that sometimes, in order to move forward, we must confront the pain of the past and work towards healing.
Line by Line Meaning
I, I left you to sway
I abandoned you, leaving you to be tossed around or influenced by others
Its a shame we had to go this far
It's regrettable that our situation has escalated to this point
A shame we had to go at all
It's unfortunate that we had to part ways
And you, your wounds will spill change
Your painful experiences will bring about transformation and growth
And pour forgiveness till it overflows
You will generously offer forgiveness, more than what is expected or needed
Fill the cups for those who ask for it
You will provide abundance to those who seek forgiveness or healing
He said Son, don't you know it has to be this way
Someone advised the singer that there's no other option or outcome
Your wounds will bring him life
The pain and suffering that the artist endured will result in something positive and life-giving for another person
He said Son, don't you know it has to be this way
The same advice was repeated, emphasizing the inevitability of the situation
So maybe someday
There's a faint glimmer of hope or possibility for a better future
Contributed by Anna S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.