To write and perform music that moves people, not only physically, but emot… Read Full Bio ↴To write and perform music that moves people, not only physically, but emotionally as well. To make our passion for that music become contagious until that passion is shared by as many people as possible, and to make as many friends as we can along the way.

"Stept On", based out of Clearfield, Pennsylvania (near Penn State), has followed a long, sometimes rocky, but always determined road to get where they are today. Their story dates back to the early '90's with vocalist CHUCK BUDZINA's start in the band Badwrench. Guitarist MATT DAY joined the group in late 1996. In January of '99, the band shortened its name to Wrench.A legal dispute, however, forced a name change in the summer of 2000 and so Stept On was born. The recent additions of JOSH HETRICK on drums and ART ARMANI on bass assures that "Stept On" will continue to be the rock solid powerhouse that they have always been.

An image or a gimmick can only get you so far. Eventually it has to be about the music. "Stept On's" varied and diverse musical influences certainly keep things interesting, but that's not enough either. It's the raw energy and intensity with which they attack their performance of the music that gives them that "in your face" attitude that keeps people coming back for more. This energy is a release not just for the band, but for the audience too. Making sure everyone leaves having been entertained is definitely a priority for the band. "Stept On's" songs have developed into a style that's both active and hard edged while still being accessible and commercially viable. Mix the drive of metal, the groove of funk, and the melodic hook of modern rock and you get a style that defies being easily placed into a category. "Stept On" wants to set the trends, not follow them.

The members combined have performed in over half the states in America and as a band have shared the stage with the likes of Fuel, Live, Sponge, The Spin Doctors, Clutch, Mushroom Head, Stir, Vanilla Ice, The Lunachicks, Seven Mary Three, Jimmy's Chicken Shack, The Screaming Cheetah Wheelies, The Badlees, Caroline's Spine, Lifer, and Breaking Benjamin. "Stept On" is a full time job for the band and has kept them from the need of alternative employment for over 3 and 1/2 years by maintaining a scheduele of an average one hundred and fifty dates a year. They are currently working on a follow up to their successfully self promoted CD "Lonely". With the help of their new manager TERRY WHITE of "Sixth Member Management"(Echo 7, Dust for Life) and TONY COUCH of "McGathy Promotions"(Three Doors Down, Puddle of Mud, Creed), this project is sure to take "Stept On" to the next level.

PRIDE
Stept On Lyrics

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Why can't you see what's in my head
It all goes to waste then I see red
I keep on thinking about myself and who I'm supposed to be
I take some bullshit advise that's been force feed to me
I'm breaking inside well you can't take all my pride
Cause I'm strong now I will fight I won't hide no I won't hide

Now that I'm alive and I'm awake

I live for myself I'm hard to break
You don't go to a whorehouse to pray
When you're hit with the board of addiction
And when I look in the mirror at night

That's me it's my reflection
So you see that it's up to me
Cause I want to be a better man and you know
That it's always what i said I wanted to be
And I can't be all that I want to be by myself
But you know that's it's always what I said I would be

You don't know me but you'll
Drown now and maybe you'll be this strong
Well it takes forever yeah it takes that long

So don't you drown now maybe you'll be this strong
Well it takes forever yeah it takes that long

Overall Meaning

In "Pride," Stept On sings about the struggle to find one's true identity while facing societal pressure to conform. The lyrics depict a conflicted internal dialogue, with the persona unable to reconcile their personal desires with outside influences. The line "I take some bullshit advice that's been force-fed to me" encapsulates the frustration of listening to others rather than following one's own path. The persona expresses their vulnerability, confessing to feeling "breaking inside," but nevertheless, they refuse to relinquish their pride. The persona acknowledges their imperfections, but also affirms their strength and determination to be a better person.

The theme of personal growth and self-actualization is further developed in the second verse of the song. The persona emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for their own life choices, illustrated by the line "I live for myself, I'm hard to break." They urge the listener not to look to external sources for salvation, stating that "you don't go to a whorehouse to pray," indicating that true fulfillment cannot come from indulging in empty or ill-conceived pursuits. The persona's sober introspection leads them finally to find courage to make a positive change, acknowledging that "it takes forever... but maybe you'll be this strong."

Overall, the lyrics of "Pride" address the challenges of overcoming the pressures of conformity and finding the courage to pursue a path that is true to oneself.

Line by Line Meaning

Why can't you see what's in my head
I don't understand why you are unable to comprehend my thoughts and feelings

It all goes to waste then I see red
When you fail to understand me, all my efforts seem futile and I get angry

I keep on thinking about myself and who I'm supposed to be
I am constantly pondering about my true identity and purpose in this world

I take some bullshit advise that's been force feed to me
I listen to and follow some unhelpful and meaningless advice that has been imposed upon me

I'm breaking inside well you can't take all my pride
I am emotionally shattered, but I refuse to let go of my self-respect and dignity

Cause I'm strong now I will fight I won't hide no I won't hide
I am empowered and brave enough to stand up for myself and confront my challenges openly

Now that I'm alive and I'm awake
After going through a transformative experience, I am now fully conscious and aware

I live for myself I'm hard to break
I prioritize my own well-being and am resilient in the face of adversity

You don't go to a whorehouse to pray
You cannot expect to find goodness in a place that is inherently immoral

When you're hit with the board of addiction
When you are struggling with an addictive behavior or substance abuse

And when I look in the mirror at night
When I examine and reflect upon myself, often before going to bed

That's me it's my reflection
The person I see in the mirror is a true representation of myself

So you see that it's up to me
I am responsible for defining and shaping my own identity and destiny

Cause I want to be a better man and you know
I aspire to improve myself and become a more virtuous and honorable person

That it's always what i said I wanted to be
I have always strived to embody the values and characteristics of a better man

And I can't be all that I want to be by myself
I acknowledge that I require external support and guidance to achieve my goals and aspirations

But you know that's it's always what I said I would be
Despite the challenges and setbacks, I am committed to fulfilling my vision of the person I want to become

You don't know me but you'll
Although you may not fully understand me yet

Drown now and maybe you'll be this strong
If you are willing to face your own struggles and confront your insecurities, you too can become resilient and courageous

Well it takes forever yeah it takes that long
The process of personal growth and self-improvement is a lifelong journey that requires patience and perseverance

So don't you drown now maybe you'll be this strong
Do not give up hope, even in the face of difficulties- if you persist, you too can develop your own inner strength and resilience

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROBERT PALMER, MONTY NEUBLE, MARTY MISCHKE

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