Splashdown, formed in Allston, Massachusetts, in 1996, was an American pop … Read Full Bio ↴Splashdown, formed in Allston, Massachusetts, in 1996, was an American pop rock band. The group disbanded in 2001. Splashdown gained a small but extremely loyal following in the Northeast United States for their combination of electronica, rock, jazz, and Middle-Eastern influences.

Splashdown consisted of singer/pianist Melissa Kaplan (Universal Hall Pass), electronic programmer Kasson Crooker (later working under the name Symbion Project), and guitarist/bassist Adam Buhler. The trio increased in size to a five- or six-piece group for live shows; these line-ups frequently included drummer Jason Sakos and guitarist Trevor Shand. Buhler and Crooker were in another female-fronted band in the mid-1990s, Sirensong.

When they were together- during the height of file-sharing programs such as Napster- Splashdown was against sharing their songs online. However, due to their break-up and the fact that much of Splashdown's work has never been commercially available, the band and their fans have made efforts to see that Splashdown's music is available for free online. Some such ways have been forums posts, websites, and other points of interest to an internet user. Such link can be found in their Wikipedia entry, or directly from forums posts such as this, which was found on WNA Forums.

Other downloading locations (still online at the beginning of 2009) include
http://www.sadena.com/music/splashdown/
http://www.injected.org/splashdown/downloads.html
http://www.symbionproject.com/instant.html

You Are
Splashdown Lyrics

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You stand at the end of line, Faith
Spellbound by the image of your own face
Step down yeah, I promise to hold your place in the line

Just one taste of what you are
Just one waste, not what you are
Trapped by names for who you are
Reason keeps me waiting

I am is the story that keeps you safe
No sound when you ask who designed fate
Hands down you're the only one embracing the light

Just one taste of what you are
Just one waste, not what you are
Trapped by names for who you are
Reason keeps me waiting

You stand at the end of the line, Faith
Tear down all the ways that reasons kept you in line

Just one taste of what you are
Just one waste, not what you are
Trapped by names for who you are
Reason keeps me waiting

Just one taste of what you are
Just one waste, not what you are

Trapped by names for who you are
Reason keeps me waiting

Overall Meaning

The song “You Are” by Splashdown is a poetic exploration of self-discovery and the search for meaning in life. The opening lines introduce the idea of someone standing at the end of a line called “Faith,” captivated by their own reflection. This could refer to a person who is unsure of their place in the world, struggling to find faith in themselves or in a higher power. However, the singer promises to hold their place in the line, suggesting that even if this person feels lost, they are not alone.

The chorus repeats the lines “Just one taste of what you are / Just one waste, not what you are / Trapped by names for who you are / Reason keeps me waiting.” These lines seem to address the struggle of trying to define oneself, and the limitations of language and logic in this task. The singer seems to suggest that there is something ineffable and mysterious about each person, something that can’t be fully captured by words or concepts.

The song continues to explore these themes, with references to the idea of fate and the importance of embracing the light. Overall, “You Are” is a complex and thought-provoking lyrical journey that encourages listeners to reflect on their own identity and place in the world.

Line by Line Meaning

You stand at the end of line, Faith
You find yourself at the end of a long wait, Faith

Spellbound by the image of your own face
You are captivated by your own image

Step down yeah, I promise to hold your place in the line
Step aside, I guarantee to keep your position in the queue

Just one taste of what you are
A single experience of your true self

Just one waste, not what you are
It's a pity to discard even a portion of your true self

Trapped by names for who you are
You became restricted due to the labels given to you

Reason keeps me waiting
Rationality slows me down

I am is the story that keeps you safe
Your identity is the tale that provides security

No sound when you ask who designed fate
When you question who created destiny, there's no answer

Hands down you're the only one embracing the light
Without a doubt, you're the only person welcoming enlightenment

Tear down all the ways that reasons kept you in line
Destroy every reason that constrained you