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There are at least 3 bands named just "States": 1) A new indie pop-rock project from the US 2) A power pop band from the US 3) A french hip-hop act releasing some collaborations from the end of 00s.
1) "States" is a new project of Bryan Laurenson & Stephen Laurenson of Copeland and Mindy White of Lydia. Their first studio album, Room to Run, was released on October 18, 2011. On September 7 2011, they released a video of the song "Time Bomb" from their upcoming album on Youtube.
“There are those rare moments in life where things work out just the way you want them to. For us, States is exactly that. In the wake of moving on from our amazing pasts (both Copeland and Lydia), we were blessed by perfect timing.
What you hear now is the product of us experimenting and recording demos at home. Our goal is to get our songs out there as soon as possible, and to be heading into the studio soon after.
This is our future, and we are so excited for you guys to be here at the start of it. We will be writing, recording, playing, and sharing our progress with you all. We hope that you become a part of this new chapter in our lives, and we can’t wait to see you all soon.”
www.statesmusic.com
2) "States" was also a power pop band that released only 2 albums. The 10 track one named "Picture me with you" was released on 1981 and produced by John Ryan for Chicago Kid Productions.
all my money
States Lyrics
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Everyday's just another day
All my life I've never been
All my life I've never been shit
In this song, the artist talks about feeling stuck in a place where every day seems to blend into the next, with nothing significant happening. The lyrics suggest that there is a sense of frustration and disillusionment, as the artist feels like their life has never amounted to anything. The repetition of the phrase "everyday" emphasizes the monotony and lack of variety that characterizes the artist's existence, while the phrase "just another day" suggests that each day feels like a wasted opportunity.
The line "All my life I've never been shit" is a particularly strong indictment of the artist's self-esteem. This suggests that the artist does not see themselves as being successful or important in any way. The word "shit" has a very negative connotation, and its use here suggests that the artist feels worthless and unimportant.
Despite these feelings of frustration and low self-esteem, the artist seems to be searching for a way out. The song finishes with the line "All my money in my pocket, I'm gonna catch a train." This suggests that the artist is planning to leave their current situation behind and embark on a new journey, searching for something more fulfilling.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyday it's all the same
Each day is monotonous and predictable without any variation.
Everyday's just another day
Day after day passes by without any meaningful progress or substantial difference.
All my life I've never been
Throughout my entire existence, I have not accomplished or become anything of importance or value.
All my life I've never been shit
Despite any efforts or ambitions, I have continually failed and not achieved any significant success or recognition in life.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Billy Janosko
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Real World Police
On January 27, 2021, Osamah Aburas was stopped by Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). During that traffic stop, it emerged that Aburas was transporting a large amount of United States currency. Aburas was detained and the Criminal Investigations Division of Texas DPS investigated the situation. As part of their investigation, DPS contacted a representative at First Horizon Bank in Memphis, who confirmed that the company employing Aburas, CtoR Wholesale, had an upcoming appointment. The representative also confirmed CtoR's long-standing relationship with the bank and the large-volume cash nature of their standard transactions. Texas Department of Safety allowed Aburas to continue on his way to Memphis. With the money.
The following day, on January 28, 2021, Arkansas State Police Trooper Joshua Elmore stopped Aburas for following too closely. Elmore believed that Aburas's answers to his questions "did not make sense," however no evidence ever emerged indicating that Aburas ever lied to the police. Aburas granted consent to search his 2019 Dodge Caravan rental, in which Elmore located the same United States currency that had been found the day prior in Texas. Elmore would later describe the currency as "concealed" on the rear floorboard. As is shown in a photograph at the very end of this video, the currency was in a suitcase that was in plain view on the floor. Although Trooper Elmore's drug dog alerted on Aburas's rental minivan, no drugs were ever located.
Trooper Elmore seized the currency, totaling $96,690.
On March 18, 2019 (yes, two years earlier), Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson signed into law the Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Act of 2019, which amended Arkansas law to read that "There shall be no civil judgment under this subchapter and no property shall be forfeited unless the person from whom the property is seized is convicted of a felony offense that related to the property."
But that doesn't stop forfeiture cases from being transferred to federal court, where no such restriction exists, and where "equitable sharing" ensures that a sizable chunk of any forfeited funds is kicked back to the state.
A separate Arkansas law was intended to curb that practice. It states that "No state or local law enforcement agency may transfer any property seized by the state or local agency to any federal entity for forfeiture under federal law unless the circuit court having jurisdiction over the property enters an order, upon petition by the prosecuting attorney, authorizing the property to be transferred to the federal entity." The law further states that "the transfer shall not be approved unless it reasonably appears that the activity giving rise to the investigation or seizure involves more than one state or the nature of the investigation or seizure would be better pursued under federal law."
A loophole the size of a door.
On March 2, 2021, Crawford County Prosecuting Attorney Rinda Baker filed a complaint for forfeiture of the $96,690, alleging a connection to drug trafficking. Aburas filed a response as claimant, and a hearing was set for July 13, 2021. On July 12, 2021, Baker filed a petition asking that the property and case be transferred to the DEA for forfeiture under federal law:
"[B]ased upon the information that DEA has provided our office, we believe that it reasonably appears that the activity giving rise to the investigation and seizure involves more than one state and the nature of the investigation and seizure would be better pursued under federal law."
No one was ever arrested or accused of a crime, and Aburas was never cited for a traffic violation. No drugs or drug paraphernalia were ever found, and Aburas was never found to have lied to the police. One day prior to the seizure by Arkansa State Police, Texas law enforcement had investigated the circumstances surrounding the currency and allowed Aburas to continue on his way with the money.
On October 27, 2021, attorney Eugene Clifford signed a settlement agreement on behalf of Mr. Aburas, agreeing that Aburas would receive $38,676 and the remaining $58,014 would be forfeited to the government. It is likely that most, if not all, of the $38,676 were intended to cover Clifford's fees for legal services. When contacted for this story, Clifford refused to answer questions.
Real World Police
On January 27, 2021, Osamah Aburas was stopped by Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). During that traffic stop, it emerged that Aburas was transporting a large amount of United States currency. Aburas was detained and the Criminal Investigations Division of Texas DPS investigated the situation. As part of their investigation, DPS contacted a representative at First Horizon Bank in Memphis, who confirmed that the company employing Aburas, CtoR Wholesale, had an upcoming appointment. The representative also confirmed CtoR's long-standing relationship with the bank and the large-volume cash nature of their standard transactions. Texas Department of Safety allowed Aburas to continue on his way to Memphis. With the money.
The following day, on January 28, 2021, Arkansas State Police Trooper Joshua Elmore stopped Aburas for following too closely. Elmore believed that Aburas's answers to his questions "did not make sense," however no evidence ever emerged indicating that Aburas ever lied to the police. Aburas granted consent to search his 2019 Dodge Caravan rental, in which Elmore located the same United States currency that had been found the day prior in Texas. Elmore would later describe the currency as "concealed" on the rear floorboard. As is shown in a photograph at the very end of this video, the currency was in a suitcase that was in plain view on the floor. Although Trooper Elmore's drug dog alerted on Aburas's rental minivan, no drugs were ever located.
Trooper Elmore seized the currency, totaling $96,690.
On March 18, 2019 (yes, two years earlier), Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson signed into law the Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Act of 2019, which amended Arkansas law to read that "There shall be no civil judgment under this subchapter and no property shall be forfeited unless the person from whom the property is seized is convicted of a felony offense that related to the property."
But that doesn't stop forfeiture cases from being transferred to federal court, where no such restriction exists, and where "equitable sharing" ensures that a sizable chunk of any forfeited funds is kicked back to the state.
A separate Arkansas law was intended to curb that practice. It states that "No state or local law enforcement agency may transfer any property seized by the state or local agency to any federal entity for forfeiture under federal law unless the circuit court having jurisdiction over the property enters an order, upon petition by the prosecuting attorney, authorizing the property to be transferred to the federal entity." The law further states that "the transfer shall not be approved unless it reasonably appears that the activity giving rise to the investigation or seizure involves more than one state or the nature of the investigation or seizure would be better pursued under federal law."
A loophole the size of a door.
On March 2, 2021, Crawford County Prosecuting Attorney Rinda Baker filed a complaint for forfeiture of the $96,690, alleging a connection to drug trafficking. Aburas filed a response as claimant, and a hearing was set for July 13, 2021. On July 12, 2021, Baker filed a petition asking that the property and case be transferred to the DEA for forfeiture under federal law:
"[B]ased upon the information that DEA has provided our office, we believe that it reasonably appears that the activity giving rise to the investigation and seizure involves more than one state and the nature of the investigation and seizure would be better pursued under federal law."
No one was ever arrested or accused of a crime, and Aburas was never cited for a traffic violation. No drugs or drug paraphernalia were ever found, and Aburas was never found to have lied to the police. One day prior to the seizure by Arkansa State Police, Texas law enforcement had investigated the circumstances surrounding the currency and allowed Aburas to continue on his way with the money.
On October 27, 2021, attorney Eugene Clifford signed a settlement agreement on behalf of Mr. Aburas, agreeing that Aburas would receive $38,676 and the remaining $58,014 would be forfeited to the government. It is likely that most, if not all, of the $38,676 were intended to cover Clifford's fees for legal services. When contacted for this story, Clifford refused to answer questions.
Jonah Jameson
How's he get stopped twice in two separate states- seems to me like he doesn't know how to drive well and if you're carrying that much cash you DO NOT let cops search the vehicle. And he was driving pretty close so this is on him - bad driver and should've known to not trust the police
Your Dads Other Family
@Ricky if the law is tyranny than REBELLION is your duty
Christopher Graves
@PsunnProductions take a close look at the small rural towns off of huge interstates like I80…they rocking some state of the art military gear and brand new everything for their police forces. Civil asset forfeiture…goldmine for them
𝔸𝕞𝕓𝕒𝕙𝕙𝕙
So hold up... Wait one second here- He was pulled over one day before this interaction we are viewing, it was confirmed that this man is in fact doing business and transporting this large amount to a bank in which confirmed he was doing so. Now can anyone tell me how this interaction and the following events after this, are freaking fair?!!? Holy heck!
Christin
What a gross miscarriage of justice... why do they get to just decide it's dirty with zero investigation beyond leaving a message?
Why ask if"it" is recording? If you don't have maligned intentions you shouldn't need to worry about recording.
Lastly, they admit this guy's done nothing wrong and still steal! They should only have a right to give him notice that this is suspect and then investigate the money source and the destination. And that it isnt worth the risk of losing money you can't afford to lose.
HxCMusicMaster
Civil forfeiture is the absolute most Un-American thing to exist. It's disgusting. Everyone involved in depriving this person of their property should serve a hefty prison sentence.
Literal highway robbery....
Yvonne Bryàn
No one should the cops exactly the younger ones when it comes to your money, someone with a nicer car than themselves, I see on the news that shows a cop planting drugs in someone that they stop on video, it's very sad.
Bruce Christensen
Highway robbery by police.
Bruce Christensen
I would sniper there asses later.