The band originally consisted of: Scott Sanderson, Kyle Anderson, Brent Munro, Jay Jensen, and Magic. Magic was later eaten by bears, and Anto Boros joined the band. Sydney released their second album, titled 'When We Were Safe' on October 9th, 2007. Shortly after their second CD release, Guitarist Brent Munro left the band. Sydney have had several fill ins and were still going strong.
Sydney has opened for bands such as Underoath, Bayside, Set Your Goals, and other well known bands. They've played Warped Tour and Bamboozle in New Jersey in 2005. This year they've toured with The Swellers in the US, and Dead and Divine in Canada, and will shortly start a mini Ontario tour with Rosesdead.
Unfortunately, the boys announced their disbandment on September 25th, 2008. Anto Boros went on to join The Swellers.
On May 10, 2013 the band reunited for a one-off show, with The Goodbye Celebration, in Toronto at The Mod Club.
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Sydney Lyrics
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And we inject ourselves with fear
If I was a ship then you'd be the clouds that constantly tried to drag me down
Cause we're all forces and we're constantly slipping away
So I'll sleep well knowing tonight
That I burn, burn so bright
That you'll take back the rest of your life
But you'll that it's me when you listen
So this is where both of us end
You've got your friends I've got my band
Sorry that I'm just as I seem
I'll never take hold of the scene
Feels like so much is slipping away
But I finally know the real me
And I'll burn, burn so bright
That you'll take back the rest of your life
Leave you grasping at something thats distant
But you'll that it's me when it hurts
Oh, oh I'm just dying to see you
But the truth is that I'll never leave you
I'll let it burn the rest of tonight
As you take back the rest of your life
Burn, burn so bright
That you'll take the rest of your life
Leave you grasping at something that's distant
But you'll know that it's me when it hurts
Oh, oh I'm just dying to see you
But the truth is that I'll never leave you
I'll let it burn the rest of tonight
As you take back the rest of your life
The lyrics of Sydney's song "Listen" convey a message about self-discovery and independence. The opening line "We take care of what is real" may refer to the importance of focusing on what truly matters in one's life, rather than getting caught up in fear and anxiety. The next line "And we inject ourselves with fear" could suggest that fear is something that people actively bring upon themselves, perhaps through negative thoughts or worries.
The metaphor of a ship and clouds is then introduced, with the singer identifying themselves as the ship and someone else as the clouds that try to drag them down. This could be interpreted as the singer rejecting someone else's attempts to hold them back and keep them from reaching their goals. The chorus then emphasizes the singer's determination to shine brightly and be true to themselves, even if it means leaving others behind.
In the second verse, the singer acknowledges that they and the other person have reached a point where they must go their separate ways, with each pursuing their own interests and relationships. The line "I'll never take hold of the scene" could reflect a sense of not quite fitting in or feeling comfortable in certain social circles, which is something that many people can relate to. Now that the singer has discovered their true self and feels secure in their identity, they know they can burn brightly and leave an impression on others, even if it might be painful to let go.
Line by Line Meaning
We take care of what is real
We prioritize the things that are tangible and existent
And we inject ourselves with fear
We allow fear to consume us
If I was a ship then you'd be the clouds that constantly tried to drag me down
You have a negative influence on me that tries to pull me away from my goals
Cause we're all forces and we're constantly slipping away
We're all changing and moving forward, being pulled by different forces and influences
So I'll sleep well knowing tonight
I'll rest easy tonight with the knowledge that...
That I burn, burn so bright
I'm shining brightly and making a big impact
That you'll take back the rest of your life
You'll move on and take control of your own life
Leave you grasping at something thats distant
You'll be left longing for something that's out of reach
But you'll that it's me when you listen
You'll recognize my influence when you pay attention
So this is where both of us end
This is where our paths diverge
You've got your friends I've got my band
We have our own separate social circles and interests
Sorry that I'm just as I seem
I apologize for being exactly who I am
I'll never take hold of the scene
I won't try to be the center of attention or control everything around me
Feels like so much is slipping away
It seems like we're losing control of everything we have
But I finally know the real me
I've discovered my true self
Oh, oh I'm just dying to see you
I'm eager to see you
But the truth is that I'll never leave you
I'll always be a part of your life in some way
I'll let it burn the rest of tonight
I'll allow my passion to burn out tonight
As you take back the rest of your life
As you move on and take control of your own life
Burn, burn so bright
Keep shining and making an impact
That you'll take the rest of your life
That you'll move on and take control of your own life
But you'll know that it's me when it hurts
You'll feel my influence even in the painful moments
Contributed by Cooper C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.