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
Quit or Run
Startisan Lyrics
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Man I sank so quickly
I'm drowning on dry land'
Shut your mouth,
You haven't drowned,
You're only 3 feet under ground
You're giving up before
Push to shove,
You're just a chump
You're standing Cliffside scared to jump
Bound for ground we're all
So leap, enjoy the fall
It's a lonely road I know
And nothing ever stands between a bullet and your soul
It'd be easier to just succumb
The race is on, but you're still waiting for the gun
So either quit or run
Paralyzed
The venom is seeping,
Hope is fleeting from your eyes
Carrion before your time
You're atrophied from apathy
You've been too long off your feet
You dreamed of sanctity
But everything's gone wrong
It's a lonely road I know
And nothing ever stands between a bullet and your soul
It'd be easier to just succumb
The race is on, but you're still waiting for the gun
So either quit or run
You've got the world to own
All you could ever hope
Just tell me you're still able enough
There ain't another way
You either run or stay
Tell me the will still remains
It's a lonely road I know
And nothing ever stands
Between a bullet and your soul
It'd be easier to just succumb
The race is on but you're still waiting for the gun
So either quit or run
The song "Quit or Run" by Startisan is about the internal struggle of a person who feels like they are drowning in life. The character in the song feels like they have sunk so low, that they are drowning on dry land. They are paralyzed by their situation, and the hope that they once had is fleeting from their eyes. The lyrics encourage the person to not give up before the Reaper comes knocking on their door. The song provides two options, either to quit and give up, or to run and chase after their dreams. In the end, the lyrics urge the person to tell the world that their will still remains and to either quit or run.
The lyrics of "Quit or Run" display a sense of urgency and desperation, which is emphasized by the powerful vocals and the driving rock beat. The lyrics speak to the listener on a personal level, encouraging them to not give up on their own struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
This ain't the life I'd planned
My life has not turned out as I hoped or expected
Man I sank so quickly
I fell to my lowest point very fast
I'm drowning on dry land
I feel helpless and overwhelmed in a situation that should not be difficult
Shut your mouth,
Stop complaining and take action
You haven't drowned,
You still have a chance to succeed
You're only 3 feet under ground
Your situation is not as dire as you believe it to be
You're giving up before
You are quitting before you even try
The Reaper's at your door
You are not at the end of your life
Push to shove,
When pressed for it
You're just a chump
You are behaving foolishly
You're standing Cliffside scared to jump
You are too afraid to take a risk
Bound for ground we're all
We will all eventually fail or make mistakes
So leap, enjoy the fall
Take a chance and experience the outcome, instead of always being afraid of it
It's a lonely road I know
The path to success is often not shared with others
And nothing ever stands between a bullet and your soul
You are always vulnerable to danger and hardship, and only you can overcome it
It'd be easier to just succumb
It would be simpler to give up and stop trying
The race is on, but you're still waiting for the gun
You are waiting for permission or for someone else to start before you take action
So either quit or run
You must choose whether to give up or to fight for success
Paralyzed
Feeling unable to act or move
The venom is seeping,
The negativity is infecting and spreading throughout
Hope is fleeting from your eyes
You are losing optimism and belief in success
Carrion before your time
You are falling apart prematurely
You're atrophied from apathy
Lack of interest or motivation has caused you to become weak and inactive
You've been too long off your feet
You have been inactive for too long and need to start moving again
You dreamed of sanctity
You once imagined a pure and ideal life for yourself
But everything's gone wrong
Things have not turned out as you planned or hoped
You've got the world to own
There is so much potential for success and happiness in your life
All you could ever hope
You have great expectations for your future
Just tell me you're still able enough
Confirm that you have the strength and willpower to succeed
There ain't another way
There are no other options
You either run or stay
You must choose between fighting for success or giving up
Tell me the will still remains
Confirm that you still have the desire to succeed
And nothing ever stands
You will always face obstacles and challenges
Between a bullet and your soul
Your life is at risk, and only you can protect it
The race is on but you're still waiting for the gun
You must take initiative to succeed, instead of waiting for others to lead
So either quit or run
You must choose whether to give up or to fight for success
Contributed by Logan P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.