The band's sophomore effort, "After We Go", again produced by Wright, was released in February 2004, preceded by the single "Hey Now". Described as heavier than their first record, "After We Go" debuted at #56 on the Billboard 200. Unfortunately, the album did not match the success of their debut, in part due to the poor reception of follow-up singles (the title track "After We Go," and their cover of Fleetwood Mac's "The Chain"). Nevertheless, Tantric soldiered on, touring with Three Doors Down and Shinedown for much of 2004.
In 2005, it was announced that Jesse Vest had left the band to spend time with his family. He was replaced by Bruce LaFrance. For much of that year, Tantric worked on their third record. Some of the songs tracked for the record include "Letting Go", "People", "Worth Waiting For", "Fall Down", "The One", "July", "Locked Out", and "Stay With You". Todd Whitener recorded the bass guitar parts for the album, and also contributed lead vocals to a number of songs.
In January, 2006 Tantric traveled with hard rock group Drowning Pool to Seoul, South Korea to play several shows for U.S. troops currently stationed along the DMZ. Highly appreciative of this, the troops gave members of the band a plaque with actual barbed wire from the 38th parallel barrier.
In March, 2006, Tantric was dropped from Maverick Records, which was collapsing. In 2007, Matt Taul was arrested on drug-related charges, which would further complicate the band's obtaining a new label. Finally, on May 8, 2007, the release of three songs from Tantric III on the band's MySpace was largely overshadowed by Todd Whitener's farewell announcement on the band's website, which cited a feeling of stagnation that caused him to grow tired of the band's struggle to succeed. Ferreira later said in interviews that Whitener, as well as other members of the band had grown frustrated with the band's record label complications. Taul was sent to prison in later months, but has since been released. Bruce LaFrance was replaced.
Hugo Ferreira began searching for a new band, enlisting former Fuel drummer Kevin Miller, Joe Pessia (guitarist Dramagods) through mutual friend Nuno Bettencourt, Erik Leonhardt (bassist), and Marcus Ratzenboeck (electric violin) as new members of the band. Shortly thereafter, Tantric announced their deal with the Silent Majority Group record label, and their new management company, JHMP.
Because Ferreira remained the only original member of Tantric, Tantric III has been shelved for the time being. Ferreira has said the reasoning for this, other than the logical label complications, was he did not want to produce an album under the Tantric name that was partially written by Whitener and Taul. However, in recent interviews, Ferreira's comments increased the likelihood of Tantric III's release. He has stated that although he did not plan to release it in grand style he would have liked to leak it out to the fans as a potential Christmas 2008 gift for their support. With the indefinite shelving of "T3," Ferreira and his new mates recorded 10 new songs, in addition to a totally revamped version of "The One," featuring Kevin Martin of Candlebox, and finally released the band's third album, The End Begins, on April 22, 2008.
On March 9 2009, Tantric announced through MySpace that their new album will be entitled Mind Control and that the band were in the process of recording the album. Produced by Brett Hestla (Creed), they announced a release date of August 4, and it was released in stores, as well as all digital retailers.
Just Once
Tantric Lyrics
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A part of me that's in control
I don't know how to say
But I would regret it anyway
Just once I'd like to feel
That space and time were standing still
And If I look away
Can you sit here all alone
The more I try the more it seems I'm starting to run
We've been waiting for so long
There's more to life than meets the eye for everyone
Can you sit here and be strong
Tomorrow's gonna come along if you hold on
We've been waiting for too long
Something's got to give so we can move along
Just once I'd like to know
Is someone out there who can show
Us how to live again
But I get doubtful now and then
Just once I'd like to see
The same solution work for me
And if I look away
I'm guaranteed you'll stay the same
Can you sit here all alone
The more I try the more it seems I'm starting to run
We've been waiting for so long
There's more to life than meets the eye for everyone
Can you sit here and be strong
Tomorrow's gonna come along if you hold on
We've been waiting for too long
Something's got to give so we can move along
Can you sit here all alone
The more I try the more it seems I'm starting to run
We've been waiting for so long
There's more to life than meets the eye for everyone
Can you sit here and be strong
Tomorrow's gonna come along if you hold on
We've been waiting for too long
Something's got to give so we can move along
In Tantric's song "Just Once," the singer expresses a desire to show a part of themselves that is in control and to feel a sense of stillness in space and time. However, they also express doubt and uncertainty about their ability to find a solution to their problems. The lyrics suggest a longing for clarity and direction in life, but also an acknowledgement that change may not come easily.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Can you sit here all alone," suggesting a sense of isolation and the need for inner strength to endure life's challenges. The lyrics acknowledge that waiting for too long can become oppressive, and that something needs to give in order to move forward. The song appears to be about the struggle to find balance and stability in life, and the need for hope and perseverance in the face of uncertainty.
Overall, "Just Once" seems to be a song about the universal human desire for control and stability, despite the fact that life is often unpredictable and difficult. The singer expresses a willingness to continue trying to find solutions and to hold on to hope for a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
Just once I'd like to show
I wish to reveal a side of myself that's assertive
A part of me that's in control
An aspect of me that is able to take charge
I don't know how to say
I am unable to express it in words
But I would regret it anyway
It may lead to disappointment
Just once I'd like to feel
I want to experience
That space and time were standing still
A moment of complete stillness
And If I look away
If I avert my gaze
I'm guaranteed you'll stay the same
You will remain as you are
Can you sit here all alone
Are you able to stay by yourself
The more I try the more it seems I'm starting to run
The harder I try, the more I want to flee
We've been waiting for so long
We have waited for a lengthy period
There's more to life than meets the eye for everyone
Life has hidden depths for each of us
Can you sit here and be strong
Can you remain sturdy
Tomorrow's gonna come along if you hold on
The future will arrive if you persist
We've been waiting for too long
We have waited for too extended a period
Something's got to give so we can move along
We must change something to progress
Just once I'd like to know
I wish to discover
Is someone out there who can show
If anyone can demonstrate
Us how to live again
How to live once more
But I get doubtful now and then
I am unsure at times
Just once I'd like to see
I would like to witness
The same solution work for me
The identical answer work for me
Can you sit here all alone
Are you able to stay by yourself
The more I try the more it seems I'm starting to run
The harder I try, the more I want to flee
We've been waiting for so long
We have waited for a lengthy period
There's more to life than meets the eye for everyone
Life has hidden depths for each of us
Can you sit here and be strong
Can you remain sturdy
Tomorrow's gonna come along if you hold on
The future will arrive if you persist
We've been waiting for too long
We have waited for too extended a period
Something's got to give so we can move along
We must change something to progress
Can you sit here all alone
Are you able to stay by yourself
The more I try the more it seems I'm starting to run
The harder I try, the more I want to flee
We've been waiting for so long
We have waited for an extended period
There's more to life than meets the eye for everyone
Life has hidden depths for each of us
Can you sit here and be strong
Can you remain sturdy
Tomorrow's gonna come along if you hold on
The future will arrive if you persist
We've been waiting for too long
We have waited for too extended a period
Something's got to give so we can move along
We must change something to progress
Lyrics © DistroKid, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HUGO FERREIRA, HUGO FERNANDO DA SILVA FERREIRA, JESSE VEST, JESSE DOUGLAS VEST, MATT TAUL, MATT ALVIN TAUL, TODD WHITENER, TODD ANDREW WHITENER
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