The Blank Theory self-released two albums, Blinding Process in 1998 and Catalyst in 2000. Catalyst included the track "Nevermind" which was featured in a segment of MTV Road Rules. While the first two independent releases were hard edged indie rock, they moved more toward metal when writing for the third release. The Blank Theory released Beyond the Calm of the Corridor on September 24, 2002 via independent label, New Line Records.
Their cover of Portishead's Sour Times was one of two singles from Beyond the Calm of the Corridor and can be heard in the movie trailer to Wicker Park. The other single titled "Middle of Nowhere" was featured on the Freddy VS Jason soundtrack and in Final Destination 2. Founding member and guitarist, Michael Foderaro, left the band in May 2003 to pursue other music projects. He was eventually replaced by guitarist Mateo Camargo from the band Reforma. In mid 2004, drummer James Knight and keyboardist Shawn Currie also left the band to pursue other music projects.
Eventually, vocalist Nathan Leone and bassist Matthew Leone, along with two members from Reforma formed Madina Lake.
Nevermind
The Blank Theory Lyrics
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And I know where curses land
Invisible after you
Invisible after you
And I'll face it now
I want to believe there's nothing after this
I'll....nevermind
I've given, got needles back
And I've loved for holes in my back
Invisible after you
Invisible after you
And I'll face it now
I want to believe there's nothing after this
And I'll....nevermind
Not this time
I'm the mask you've painted on
And I'll crumble until we're gone
After all we die alone
Nothing is saved for grading souls
And I'll face it now
I want to believe there's nothing after this
I'll....nevermind
One more lie
The Blank Theory's "Nevermind" is a song that delves deep into the feeling of disconnection and pain after being hurt by someone close to you. The lyrics allude to the idea of being invisible and seemingly non-existent after the dissolution of a relationship. The first verse establishes this sense of invisibility, with the words "I feel it when diamonds crack" and "I know where curses land" painting a vivid picture of the pain that the singer endures. The second verse speaks to the idea of being used and discarded, with the lines "I've given, got needles back" and "And I've loved for holes in my back" speaking to the feeling of being taken advantage of by someone who was once trusted. The chorus of the song is where the title comes into play, with the singer declaring "I'll...nevermind" - a resolution to let go and move on from the pain they feel.
The bridge of the song reveals a hopelessness to the situation, with the lines "After all we die alone / Nothing is saved for grading souls" pointing to the idea that there is no greater purpose or meaning to their suffering. The final chorus repeats the resolution of the singer to let go and move on, but with the qualifier "One more lie" - highlighting the difficulty and mistrust that comes with trying to heal from being hurt.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel it when diamonds crack
I am deeply affected by even the slightest disturbances in my surroundings.
And I know where curses land
I am acutely aware of the consequences of negative energies and thoughts.
Invisible after you
My presence and impact in the world feel diminished without you.
Invisible after you
Without you, I feel almost non-existent and irrelevant.
And I'll face it now
I am finally acknowledging and confronting my emotions and feelings.
I want to believe there's nothing after this
I wish for the end of this pain and suffering to be the end of everything, with nothing beyond it.
I'll....nevermind
But perhaps it's better to not say anything at all.
I've given, got needles back
I have been kind and generous, but have received only pain and betrayal in return.
And I've loved for holes in my back
I have given love relentlessly, even to those who have wounded and hurt me deeply.
And I'll face it now
I am once again choosing to face my pain and feelings head-on.
I want to believe there's nothing after this
I hope that there is no continuation or aftermath of this suffering and pain.
And I'll....nevermind
But I know that the truth may be harder to face than ignorance.
Not this time
I will not shy away from dealing with the emotions this time.
I'm the mask you've painted on
I feel like I am only pretending to be strong and positive, but inside, I am breaking.
And I'll crumble until we're gone
I will continue to fall apart and wither away, until there's nothing left of myself or the relationship or situation.
After all we die alone
At the end of everything, we are alone and must face our own mortality alone, regardless of our companionship or connections in life.
Nothing is saved for grading souls
There is no divine justice or reward for our actions or personalities after we die; we are judged by our own morals and peers.
And I'll face it now
I will once again acknowledge and accept the harsh reality of the situation.
I want to believe there's nothing after this
I wish for this pain and suffering to end with nothing beyond it, no further consequences or continuation.
I'll....nevermind
But I know that this is not always possible or realistic, and the truth must be faced.
One more lie
One more instance of denying reality and hiding from the truth, to try and make things easier to bear.
Contributed by Cooper T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.