Startisan formed … Read Full Bio ↴Startisan was previously known as Streamilne (NY).
Startisan formed in Baton Rouge, Louisiana as a musical melting pot. Combining members from four of the most successful original bands in the state, they have become a fine-tuned Frankenstein of sonic ingenuity. Thoughtful, poetic lyrics are interwoven with sweeping guitar lines and aggressive percussion forming a compelling fusion of heart, soul and honesty (à la the singer/songwriter genre) with the force and power of a full-on rock band. The band’s immersive, infectious sound combined with an energetic and constantly evolving live performance makes Startisan a true marvel worthy of attention.
We have had the honor of sharing the stage with the following artists: Robert Randolph and the Family Band, Gavin DeGraw, Switchfoot, Better Than Ezra, One Republic, 12 Stones, Ryan Cabrera, Thriving Ivory, Lit, Eve 6, Reel Big Fish, Teddy Geiger, Josh Kelley, Good Charlotte, Metro Station, David Cook, Colbie Caillat, Puddle Of Mudd.
Decode Array Vol. 1 was released on April 15, 2011.
Startisan is:
Mike Hogan: vocals, acoustic and electric guitars
Derek DeBlieux: guitar, vocals
Jon Scholl: keyboards
Chris Jones: bass
Buck Langston: drums, percussion, vocals
Let Me Go
Startisan Lyrics
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I tell myself Everytime
But always return to the scene of the crime
You're just like a ghost to the place they died
Cause you make me yearn To be refused
The lyrics to Startisan's song "Let Me Go" appear to be about a person who is struggling to move on from a past relationship. The singer acknowledges that they keep telling themselves that it's the "last time" they will return to the memories of the relationship, but they keep coming back. The person they are singing to is compared to a ghost, possibly indicating that they have passed away or just that they are a memory that lingers in the singer's mind. Despite the pain and heartbreak associated with thinking about this person, the singer still yearns for them and the connection they once had.
It seems like the singer is experiencing a lot of conflicting emotions, which is likely why they keep returning to these memories. On one hand, they know they need to move on and leave the past behind, but on the other hand, they still feel a strong attachment to this person. The line "you make me yearn to be refused" is particularly interesting, as it suggests that the singer may subconsciously want to be rejected by the person they are singing about. This could be a way of protecting themselves from getting hurt again, or it could be a way of validating their feelings by seeking out the pain that comes with rejection.
Overall, the lyrics to "Let Me Go" are quite emotive and relatable. Everyone has experienced the pain of a lost or broken relationship at some point in their lives, and this song captures that feeling of wanting to move on but not quite being able to.
Line by Line Meaning
One last time
I repeatedly convince myself that this will be the final instance
I tell myself Everytime
I continually remind myself with each recurrence
But always return to the scene of the crime
However, I find myself constantly going back to where I've been hurt
You're just like a ghost to the place they died
To the location where I was devastated, you resemble a specter
Cause you make me yearn
Because you elicit a strong desire within me
To be refused
To experience rejection
Contributed by Arianna H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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One last time
I tell myself every time
But always return to the scene of the crime
Just like a ghost to the place where they died
Cause you make me yearn to be refused
You intimate hope for a life you won't choose
Keep me around just keep you amused
Won't you please cut me loose?
I'm bleeding out slowly
But you keep me alive
I'm pleading for mercy
But you won't let me die
If you're not in love with me
Just tell me so
And stop reeling me in
And then letting me go
It can't be the chase you love cause I've never run
It can't be a game cause you've already won
I feel like a dog at the races
Who futilely chases what's endlessly just out of reach
You make me yearn to be abused
You suture me up just to open new wounds
And how is it I'm neither numb nor immune?
And why when you call can I never refuse?
I'm bleeding out slowly
But you keep me alive
I'm pleading for mercy
But you won't let me die
If you're not in love with me
Just tell me so
And stop reeling me in
And then letting me go
Why don't you love me the way that I do?
Why don't you need me the way I need you?
How many years have I wasted, hoping you'll change when
You never will
You never will
You never will, forever you're just
Reeling me in, reeling me in
And letting me go
You steal the life from me
Shake all that I believe
But I can't leave you no
I'll always need you so
I love you more than words
It's more than you deserve
You're stringing me along
Like grabbing onto fog
But all I catch is mist
What little of you sticks
Then you dry up and you're gone
And I'm again alone
And on and on it goes
Forever it unfolds
We're fated I suppose
To always play these roles
@phillipadouglas9536
I was 13 when I first heard their music. I am turning 26 this year. It breaks my heart that their not main stream. I will always love their music.
@LOTZY
Omgggg I was 11 or 12 when I listened to that for the first time and now I’m 17
@mikehogan7379
Thanks for the love ☺️
@bryceboone5496
@Mike Hogan love you brother long time no see. Your still top of my playlist. Ever since I heard you from your back porch in LA and all the shows we came to. Your an awesome musician and an even better human. Hope your well
@Papillon264
I don't know how this song doesn't have more playbacks, it's one of the saddest and most beautiful songs I've ever heard.
@crimsonred1381
One last time i told myself .. This song is love .. Sometimes i go listening this on repeat for hours
@subrinarobertson7325
You guys are such geniuses to come up with lyrics like these. I soulfully can relate to these lyrics because I’ve been hurt by someone who I love so much who don’t love me.
@Towlettawks
Always been there since I was younger till now at 31. Each heartbrake.. on my 3rd. Thanks Startisan ❤
@ellibre102
Desde españa, de los mejores grupos que he escuchado. Lamentable que tenga tan pocas reproducciones. Supongo que no tienen papis ricos. GO STARTISAN
@XXNegAi
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