The Audition are a pop/rock band formed in Chicago, Illinois in 2003. The b… Read Full Bio ↴The Audition are a pop/rock band formed in Chicago, Illinois in 2003. The band is comprised of drummer Ryan O'Connor, lead guitarist Seth Johnson and rhythm guitarist Timmy Klepek who are from Chicago, with lead vocalist Danny Stevens who is from Detroit, Michigan. The band was originally formed by former bassist Joe Lussa, former guitarist Bob Morris, former vocalist Evo Soria and current drummer Ryan O'Connor, and has gone through multiple lineup changes since then. The band's first release was a six track demo entitled "Every Scar Has It's Moment". Their First produced EP, "All In Your Head", was recorded at the gallery of carpet in chicago, it was the last album before all the current members were added to the lineup. In early 2005, they signed to record label Victory Records and followed that up with national touring. Afterwards, they released their debut album, entitled "Controversy Loves Company", which was the first LP on their new label, to mixed reviews. In early January 2008 they released their second studio album "Champion". On April 28th, 2009 they released their third studio album "Self-Titled Album". Their newest album, "Great Danger" produced by the Audition them selves is in stores now!

Oh How Cliche
The Audition Lyrics

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It's just passed midnight and I'm staring holes through the back of your head
because under nightfall everything seems a little more nostalgic
so here goes nothing as I throw up all these words all over you

new romance is becoming saturated in our eyes

oh how cliche it is to sing about the stars
when they burnt out about ten years ago

its just passed midnight and she's laughing at every word that I said
another frightful moment and
I need a mayday when I'm burning down
so much for spilling out my guts
because you never even gave a damn

selfish agenda blaming everything on me

oh how cliche it is to sing about the stars
when they burnt out about ten years ago

won't toss and turn tonight
we ride out fast
we'll burn the houses
and we'll torch the souls until they get it right

this letter is scarlet because it's addressed to you

Overall Meaning

The Audition’s song “Oh How Cliche” is a song about a failed relationship. The song starts with the singer being lost in thought as they stare at the back of their partner’s head. It is suggested that it is past midnight, and everything seems more nostalgic under nightfall, especially when he starts throwing words at his partner. The singer suggests that new romances have become saturated in their eyes, which could be a reference to the belief that the relationship has become dull, and they no longer see the beauty in it.

The chorus of the song says, “Oh, how cliche it is to sing about the stars when they burnt out about ten years ago.” This line reflects the relationship between the couple. The stars are a metaphor for their love, which has burnt out and no longer retains its beauty. The lyrics continue, and the singer shares his feelings about his partner, how she laughs at everything he says, and he feels like he is burning down. He thought by spilling out his guts and being honest about how he felt, it could improve the situation. However, he is disappointed because his partner never even cared.

The final part of the song focuses on the letter that the singer writes to his partner. This letter is scarlet, most likely because it represents something passionate or intense. Overall, the song highlights how the couple’s relationship has become stale and how despite the singer’s attempts to fix it, the partner never reciprocated the love, leading to an inevitable break-up.

Line by Line Meaning

It's just passed midnight and I'm staring holes through the back of your head
Late at night, I'm fixated on you, studying every little detail of your appearance and behavior.

because under nightfall everything seems a little more nostalgic
The dimly lit atmosphere has a way of bringing up memories and feelings that we associate with the past.

so here goes nothing as I throw up all these words all over you
I'm about to open up and express my true feelings to you, regardless of how you might react.

new romance is becoming saturated in our eyes
The concept of love has become cliché and overused in our society, leading to a lack of meaning in our relationships.

oh how cliche it is to sing about the stars
Expressing love in artistic ways has become so overdone and unoriginal that it loses its impact.

when they burnt out about ten years ago
The stars no longer hold the same significance they once did, and we continue to cling onto a romanticized version of the past.

its just passed midnight and she's laughing at every word that I said
Despite my effort to be sincere, the person I'm speaking to is not taking me seriously and is instead amused by my attempts at honesty.

another frightful moment and
The situation has become tense and anxiety-inducing, with each interaction feeling increasingly risky.

I need a mayday when I'm burning down
I'm struggling in this situation and need someone to come to my rescue before everything falls apart.

so much for spilling out my guts
Despite my attempt to be vulnerable, it seems that my honesty has been met with indifference or even disregard.

because you never even gave a damn
The person I've been trying to connect with doesn't care about my feelings or my attempt at communication.

selfish agenda blaming everything on me
The other person is more interested in blaming me for problems than in examining their own behavior or taking responsibility for their part in the situation.

won't toss and turn tonight
I'm determined to resolve this issue and not let it keep me up at night, as I might have in the past.

we ride out fast
We're moving quickly through this situation, and there's a sense of rush or urgency to find a solution or resolution.

we'll burn the houses
We're willing to take drastic and extreme measures to bring about change and make things right.

and we'll torch the souls until they get it right
We won't give up until we've had a true breakthrough and reached a point of understanding and resolution.

this letter is scarlet because it's addressed to you
This message is intended for you and holds a significant emotional weight.

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