The band formed in 2006 with Perdomo and Cody Payne (rhythm guitar and backing vocals) joined by Bryan Czap (lead guitar) and Tyler Minsberg (drums).
TDS independently released a five song EP There Is No Such Thing as Science in 2007, which drew the attention of Hopeless Records. They released their debut EP with Hopeless Records, entitled If You Could Only Keep Me Alive, with a similar track listing. The band's debut studio album, Reach for the Sun was released on May 5, 2009. The album reached #42 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart.
On May 14, 2010, the band announced they would be playing Reach for the Sun from front to back on their first headlining tour. Tyler left the band in late 2010.
An Acoustic Performance Of Reach For The Sun was digitally released on March 15, 2011. In the summer of 2011, TDS played a Warped Tour schedule and released their second full-length album, titled War Paint which was on released on July 19, 2011. Tyler returned to the band in 2011 for a short stint before leaving again that same year. Bryan Czap left the band in 2012.
The band released their 3rd studio album, Golden Record, on August 6, 2013 with Ben Cato on drums and Matt Kennedy on lead guitar and backing vocals. Cody Payne remained on rhythm guitar and backing vocals.
In September 2013, AJ Perdomo left the band, citing Cody Payne as the driving force behind the decision.
In February 2017 Cody Payne was sentenced to a year in prison after being charged with a Felony burglary conviction.
In July 2017, the band announced that they were reuniting as a trio without Cody Payne. On October 19, 2017 The Dangerous Summer announced their next album coming out in 2018. The Dangerous Summer was released on January 26, 2018. The first single was Fire, followed by Ghosts and Valium. All 3 singles were released prior to the album release date.
The band had stated influences from Kings of Leon, Taylor Swift, Third Eye Blind, Bright Eyes, U2, Phil Collins, Explosions in the Sky, Jimmy Eat World, and Andrew McMahon. "The Dangerous Summer" is taken from the novel of same name written by Ernest Hemingway.
Parachute
The Dangerous Summer Lyrics
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It was a pleasure to finally fall asleep without a stir
Out there with tons of burns
I get a lost sensation
Sent through my brains and hands
I know I better escape that part of me
Before I learn I can't stand the counter turn
It's still a nerve I can't figure out
I will wake up fine in a place I love by myself
Yeah, it took some time, but at least I'm clear out of hell
I feel it coming on
I parachute alone
I'm a life that's not worth saving
It's apparent I won't slow down yet
I take control of that feeling you don't care to believe in
I'm blind, but I'm still leading
I'm finding that modern healing is sold in the dark for some of us
A strong sleep to sedatives
I fear I firmly hide from it all now to quell the burn
I won't take the sound I heard
I'm going to find my own way to drown
I will wake up fine in a place I love by myself
Yeah, it took some time, but at least I'm clear out of hell
I feel it coming on
I parachute alone
I'm a life that's not worth saving
It's apparent I won't slow down yet
I take control of that feeling you don't care to believe in
I'm blind, but I'm still leading
I'm finding that modern healing is sold in the dark for some of us
Hold my hands out like I'm starting to break
I'm seeing now what I'm doing to the people around me
I'm not supposed to care this much
And I ask myself yeah, who am I?
Well, to anything, have I lost my health?
I still harbor all my anger
I've been staring at the colors in my veins
How they stay
How I still feel I'm tired, but awake
And somewhere out there there is someone
Thinking of what I haven't gave them yet
And feeling that I can't in my disarray
I parachute alone
I'm a life that's not worth saving
It's apparent I won't slow down yet
I take control of that feeling you don't care to believe in
I'm blind, but I'm still leading
I'm finding that modern healing is sold in the dark for some of us
The lyrics in The Dangerous Summer's song Parachute delve into themes of mental health struggles, self-doubt, and the difficulty in finding modern healing. It seems as though the singer is experiencing overwhelming emotions and feelings of being lost and burnt out. They are exhausted and seeking a way out of their pain. The opening lines describe relief in finally being able to fall asleep. However, once awake, they are still struggling and trying to make sense of their emotions. The chorus repeats the phrase "I parachute alone," which could suggest the singer's feelings of being isolated in their struggles.
The second verse mentions sedatives and hiding from the world to "quell the burn." It seems as though the singer is struggling with addiction or dependence on something to escape their emotions. They acknowledge that they need to find their own way to "drown," possibly implying that they need to find healthier coping mechanisms. The last lines of the song describe the singer feeling tired but awake and recognizing that they have not given enough to the people around them.
Parachute, with its haunting melody and emotive lyrics, portrays the fragility in seeking an escape from painful emotions. It is a song that sheds light on the difficulties of mental health and the journey of healing.
Line by Line Meaning
Take the reigns again
Regain control of my life
It was a pleasure to finally fall asleep without a stir
Finding peace and serenity in sleep
Out there with tons of burns
Surviving through difficult and painful experiences
I get a lost sensation
Feeling lost and confused
Sent through my brains and hands
Feeling the effects of stress and anxiety throughout my body
I know I better escape that part of me
Recognizing the need to escape negative patterns and behaviors
Before I learn I can't stand the counter turn
Before it becomes too late to change course
It's still a nerve I can't figure out
Anxiety and stress are still difficult to comprehend
I will wake up fine in a place I love by myself
Finding peace within oneself
Yeah, it took some time, but at least I'm clear out of hell
Finding relief from past pain and struggles
I feel it coming on
Becoming aware of a recurring negative feeling
I parachute alone
Facing challenges and struggles alone
I'm a life that's not worth saving
Feeling hopeless and worthless
It's apparent I won't slow down yet
Knowing that I am still struggling to overcome obstacles
I take control of that feeling you don't care to believe in
Taking responsibility for my own emotions and well-being
I'm blind, but I'm still leading
Persevering through challenges despite feeling lost and uncertain
I'm finding that modern healing is sold in the dark for some of us
Discovering that healing is not always easily accessible or visible
Hold my hands out like I'm starting to break
Feeling overwhelmed and on the brink of falling apart
I'm seeing now what I'm doing to the people around me
Recognizing the impact of personal struggles on those around me
I'm not supposed to care this much
Feeling guilt or shame for having strong emotions
And I ask myself yeah, who am I?
Questioning my own identity and place in the world
Well, to anything, have I lost my health?
Wondering if personal struggles have taken a toll on physical and mental health
I still harbor all my anger
Holding onto negative emotions and not letting go
I've been staring at the colors in my veins
Reflecting on personal experiences and emotions in a vivid and intense way
How they stay
Recognizing how these emotions persist over time
How I still feel I'm tired, but awake
Feeling exhausted yet unable to sleep due to racing thoughts and emotions
And somewhere out there there is someone
Recognizing that others may be going through similar struggles
Thinking of what I haven't gave them yet
Feeling guilt or responsibility for not being able to give more to others
And feeling that I can't in my disarray
Feeling unable to help due to personal struggles and challenges
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Andrew James Perdomo, Bryan Alan Czap, Cody Michael Payne
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
MangoSmoothie16
I can't believe the number of views this song has. I can listen to it over and over, I never get tired of it. It seems mellow enough to be popular. I guess the fact it isn't famous/well known just adds to how awesome it is. It's our little secret.
Sean Montgomery
MangoSmoothie16 couldn’t say it better myself!
KRSWOLF
My favorite song. The lyrics. The sound. The emotion. The everything. Brilliant
TheLastMusicRelief
Their Amazing. Why can't this music be mainstream?
Fantinne
Good song <3
Crook Ed
good music to just chill to.
TinyStag
I accidently subscribed to Hopeless and found these sitting in my feed. Best mistake ever made.
Kim Bond
I am in love! <3 Sh Sh Shhhh!!! *-*
TheShadow6671
Just covered this song if anyone wants to check it out
Dingus McCoy
To the comment below me.. I totally agree.