The band released their debut "In Due Time" on Wind Up Records in September of 2004.
Submersed delivered a catchy melodic rock. The band demonstrated some unexpected musical similarities to European post-doom bands such as: Entwine, later Katatonia material, and Evereve. Less surprising are hints of Canadian rock act Our Lady Peace.And sounding eerily similar to Creed this is a great band to listen to.
After Submersed disbanded, Donald Carpenter and Garret Whitlock have started a new band, called Eye Empire. (myspace.com/eyeempire)
Current members
* Donald Carpenter – vocals
* Garrett Whitlock – drums
Former members
* Aaron Young – lead guitar
* Eric Friedman – lead guitar, backing vocals
* Josh Hissem - drums
* TJ Davis – guitar
* Kelan Luker – bass
* Justin Finley - guitar
Discography
Albums
Demo CD
In Due Time (2004)
Immortal Verses (2007)
Rewind
Submersed Lyrics
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Because I feel so selfishly
It hurts now lookin' back
I try to think of what went wrong,
I've never stayed like this so long
It hurts now lookin' back
I knew this was my last mistake,
And I'm the reason why
What I need to rewind
Take back the ones I've broken
Turn back time
Turn back time
What I need to rewind
Restore the ones I've broken
Turn back time
Turn back time
Why?
Nothings clear inside my head
I'm better off, I'm left for dead
It's hard to see the future
I'm searching truth and lies I've made
I've prayed to see a better day
In the grip of the sadness
Just one more day I lose my mind
And I'm the reason why
What I need to rewind
Take back the ones I've broken
Turn back time
Turn back time
What I need to rewind
Restore the ones I've broken
Turn back time
Turn back time
Why?
What I need to rewind
Take back the ones I've broken
Turn back time
Turn back time
What I need to rewind
Restore the ones I've broken
Turn back time
Turn back time
Why?
What I need to rewind
Take back the ones I've broken
Turn back time
Turn back time
Why?
Why?
Why?
Why?
The lyrics of Submersed's song "Rewind" depict a sense of regret and guilt that the singer is feeling. He admits to having done something wrong which has caused harm to others and now he wants to turn back time and take back his actions. In the opening lines, the singer acknowledges the challenges he faces in trying to fix the damage he has caused because he feels too selfish to do so. He then reflects on the mistakes he has made and how he has never been in such a situation for so long. The repetition of the phrase, "It hurts now looking back" emphasizes how much he is remorseful about his actions.
The second verse highlights the deep emotional pain that the singer is experiencing as a result of his wrong choices. He feels like nothing is clear in his head and it's difficult to see a way forward because he is filled with sadness, and the burden of his wrongdoing is overwhelming. The lines, "I'm searching truth and lies I've made, I've prayed to see a better day" suggest that the singer is trying to find forgiveness and redemption for his actions, but it appears that he is struggling to do so. It's evident that he is aware that he is the reason for his pain and that he feels responsible for the harm he has caused to others.
Overall, the song "Rewind" is an introspective reflection on the consequences of one's actions and the desire for redemption. The singer's deep sense of remorse, coupled with the plea to turn back time to correct his mistakes, makes the song relatable to anyone who has ever been in a position where they wish they had done things differently.
Line by Line Meaning
I have my work cut out for me,
I have a difficult task ahead of me
Because I feel so selfishly
Because I acted selfishly
It hurts now lookin' back
I regret my past actions and they cause me pain
I try to think of what went wrong,
I'm reflecting on my mistakes
I've never stayed like this so long
I've never been in this mental state for such a prolonged period of time
In this grip of sadness,
I'm consumed by sadness
I knew this was my last mistake,
I realize that my actions were a grave mistake
And I'm the reason why
I'm responsible for the negative outcomes that resulted from my actions
What I need to rewind
I wish I could go back in time and change things
Take back the ones I've broken
I wish I could undo the harm I caused to others
Turn back time
I wish I could go back in time
Restore the ones I've broken
I wish I could fix the damage I caused
Nothings clear inside my head
I'm consumed by confusion and inner turmoil
I'm better off, I'm left for dead
I feel like I'm better off alone
It's hard to see the future
I'm uncertain about what lies ahead
I'm searching truth and lies I've made
I'm trying to separate the truth from the lies I've told myself and others
I've prayed to see a better day
I'm hoping for a brighter future
Just one more day I lose my mind
I'm on the brink of losing my sanity
Why?
I'm questioning why things turned out the way they did
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: RICK BEATO, DONALD CARPENTER, MARCUS TOMPKINS
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