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
Someone to Blame
Startisan Lyrics
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Everybody here wants to be somebody else
You feel alone I can see it in your eyes
You feel alone even when you're with somebody else
Well let's not take this to hard
Oh no
Cause everybody's got a thorn in their side
Pull it out everytime you hear somebody else say,
"It's not your fault"
A little to late and somebody's gone
But, it's not your fault
And there's a movement in the world outside
A lot of big plans, with nowhere to go
You try to fight if you want to survive
You try to run, try to hide
But there's nowhere to go
But let's not take this to hard, oh no
Cause everybody's got the sun in their eyes
You block it out everytime you hear somebody else say,
"It's not your fault"
A little to late and somebody's gone
But, it's not your fault
It's not your fault,
You're someone to blame when something goes wrong
But it's not your fault, no
But let's not take this to hard, oh no
Cause everyone's got a skeleton to hide,
Pull it out everytime you hear somebody else say,
"It's not your fault"
It's not your fault,
A little to late and somebody's gone
But, it's not your fault.
And it's not your fault,
You're someone to blame when something goes wrong,
It's not your fault.
It's not your fault,
A little to late and somebody's gone
But, it's not your fault.
And it's not your fault,
You're someone to blame when something goes wrong,
It's not your fault.
The song "Someone to Blame" by Startisan is about the feeling of loneliness and despair that people experience in a world that often seems harsh and unforgiving. The lyrics describe a scenario where everyone in the room is trying to be someone else, but they all feel alone even in the company of others. The singer acknowledges that everyone has their own struggles and difficulties, and that it's okay to have flaws and imperfections. He encourages listeners to pull out the thorn in their side, to block out the sun in their eyes, and to confront their own skeletons. The chorus repeats the phrase "it's not your fault" as a reminder that blaming oneself for everything that goes wrong is not necessary or productive.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a feeling in this room tonight
The atmosphere is heavy with a sense of dissatisfaction and longing.
Everybody here wants to be somebody else
People are unsatisfied with who they are and seek to be someone else.
You feel alone I can see it in your eyes
Despite being surrounded by people, you still feel lonely and misunderstood.
You feel alone even when you're with somebody else
Being with someone else doesn't necessarily make you feel less lonely.
Well let's not take this to hard
Let's not dwell on these emotions too much.
Cause everybody's got a thorn in their side
Everybody has their own struggles and things that bring them pain.
Pull it out everytime you hear somebody else say, "It's not your fault"
Realize that others have struggles too and don't blame yourself for everything.
A little to late and somebody's gone
Sometimes it takes too long to realize this, and someone may leave because of it.
And there's a movement in the world outside
There are changes happening in the world around us.
A lot of big plans, with nowhere to go
Despite these changes, there may not be a clear direction for progress.
You try to fight if you want to survive
In order to thrive, you must take action and fight for your beliefs.
You try to run, try to hide
Alternatively, you may try to avoid your problems or challenges altogether.
But there's nowhere to go
Regardless of what you do, there may not be a clear-cut solution or escape.
Cause everybody's got the sun in their eyes
Everyone is blinded by something, whether it be struggles or false perceptions.
You block it out everytime you hear somebody else say, "It's not your fault"
Hearing others say this helps you recognize that you're not the only one facing challenges.
You're someone to blame when something goes wrong
You tend to blame yourself for things that go wrong, even if they're out of your control.
But it's not your fault
However, it's important to remember that some things are simply out of our control and not our fault.
Writer(s): derek deblieux
Contributed by Mia W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.