While touring in support of their full-length album Albatross, the band created the Acoustic EP: Seattle Sessions, which was simply a compilation of songs they created while on the road.
Their next album, 'The Silver Cord', was released on July 22, 2008. With the album being based on the realities of life and death, it signals a move into an alternative genre for TCC. Exactly 5805 copies of 'The Silver Cord' were sold in the first week. 5805 is a significant number because it is a song title on the album and it is the address of the house where the band formed and began to break out.
In 2010, 'Vagabonds' was released.
A Perfect Voice
The Classic Crime Lyrics
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But I'll still sing at the top of my lungs
Until my days are done
I was once a child with a million plans
Now all I've got is what's in my hands
I don't leave much to chance these days
I may not ever see a dime but I'll be fine
Yeah, I'll still get by
You might see me on the corner with a cup someday
And I'll smile and wave and say
God bless you for your change today.
Woa oh woah oh oh oh!
I may not be a perfect man
But I'll still stand
Yeah, I'm counting on grace
To win this race in the end
I may not sing your favorite songs
But I don't sing for you
Cause if I did
I would have been done long ago
Woa oh woah oh oh oh!
I may not have a perfect voice
But I won't lie, I'll sing until I die
Because I may not get the chance another night
Woa oh woah oh oh oh!
The song "A Perfect Voice" by The Classic Crime is all about embracing imperfection and making the most out of what you have in life. The first verse talks about how the singer may not have a perfect voice, but that won't stop him from singing at the top of his lungs. He recognizes that he may not be the most talented, but he's going to use what he has and make the most of it. The second verse talks about how the singer may not be a perfect man, but he's still going to stand and rely on grace to carry him through. He also acknowledges that he may not sing everyone's favorite songs, but he's not singing for them, he's singing for himself. The chorus ties everything together, with the singer stating that he may not have a perfect voice, but that won't stop him from singing until he dies because he might not get the chance again.
The theme of this song is about embracing flaws and being content with what you have. It's about recognizing that life is imperfect, and that's okay. The singer is saying that he's not going to let his imperfections and limitations define him or stop him from pursuing his dreams. Instead, he's going to use what he has and make the most of it.
Line by Line Meaning
I may not have a perfect voice
I am aware of my imperfections, but that will not deter me from expressing myself through music.
But I'll still sing at the top of my lungs
I will not hold back my singing, even if I am not confident in my voice.
Until my days are done
I will continue singing for as long as I live.
I was once a child with a million plans
I used to have high aspirations for myself.
Now all I've got is what's in my hands
I have learned to make the most of what I have now.
I don't leave much to chance these days
I take control of my life and make intentional decisions.
I may not ever see a dime but I'll be fine
I am content with not necessarily receiving financial success for my music.
Yeah, I'll still get by
I will find a way to manage through any possible struggles.
All the time a smile upon my face
I choose to remain positive and joyful despite any hardships I may face.
You might see me on the corner with a cup someday
I am not above asking for help when I need it.
And I'll smile and wave and say
I respond with gratitude towards those who are generous towards me.
God bless you for your change today.
I acknowledge the act of kindness given to me and extend a blessing back.
I may not be a perfect man
I acknowledge that I am not without flaws.
But I'll still stand
I will remain resolute and determined.
Yeah, I'm counting on grace
I am dependent on divine help to succeed.
To win this race in the end
I am determined to finish strong and come out victorious.
I may not sing your favorite songs
I am not trying to please others in my music selection.
But I don't sing for you
I make music for myself and to express my thoughts and feelings.
Cause if I did
If I made music to please others,
I would have been done long ago
I would have lost my motivation and passion for music.
But I won't lie, I'll sing until I die
I am committed to singing for the rest of my life.
Because I may not get the chance another night
I do not want to take my opportunities for granted and will make the most of them while I can.
Contributed by Sophia K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.