The Juliana Theory was an indie, alternative rock, and post-hardcore quinte… Read Full Bio ↴The Juliana Theory was an indie, alternative rock, and post-hardcore quintet from Pennsylvania formed in 1997 by Brett Detar, formerly of Zao. and Chad Alan. The band released its first two albums, "Understand This Is A Dream" (1999) and "Emotion Is Dead" (2000), as well as the "Music from Another Room EP" (2001) on Tooth and Nail Records. In 2002, the band signed to Epic Records and released the acclaimed cd "Love" (2003). When not in the studio, the band was always on the road, criss-crossing the US/Canada over a dozen times and touring Europe and Australia. In late 2005, they released their final album "Deadbeat Sweetheartbeat" before disbanding in February of 2006. They then released "A Small Noise" (2006). The band believed that their swan song - Deadbeat Sweetheartbeat was their best written and best performed record.

• Brett Detar - vocals, guitars
• Chad Alan - bass, backing vocals
• Joshua Fiedler - guitars
• Joshua Kosker - guitars, backing vocals
• Josh Walters - drums

I Love You to Death
The Juliana Theory Lyrics

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Let's sing a song to end the world. No, I'm not kidding.
I said my prayers, or so I said, and nothing's hidden.
Let's sing a song for only us, cause no one else matters as much.
Let's sing it strong, and sing it proud.
I don't know any better sound than that.

Drown with me tonight. Forget the world the around you.
I'll sing to you softly ‘til you drift to sleep.

This world could end tomorrow. Baby, we won't miss it.
The world will fall apart and listen, so will we.

I sing a song, a bitter song, of my frustration.
I've heard your song for way too long, and nothing's changing.
I sing this song for all of us, cause we can feel what matters most.
I sing it strong, but never proud.
I don't need any other sound than that.

Drown with me tonight. Forget the world the around you.
I'll sing to you softly ‘til you drift to sleep.
This world could end tomorrow. Baby, we don't need it.
The world will fall apart and listen, so will we.

Drive safely. Drive safely. Drive safely home.

Drown with me tonight. Forget the world the around you.
I'll sing to you softly ‘til you drift to sleep.
This world could end tomorrow. Baby, we won't miss it.
The world could fall apart and listen, so will we.

Drown with me tonight. Forget the world around you.
I'll sing to you softly ‘til you drift to sleep.

Overall Meaning

The Juliana Theory's "I Love You to Death" is a song that speaks of the end of the world or the world's fall apart is not as significant as the bond shared between two people. The song is about finding solace in another human being despite the turmoil and chaos that is happening in the world. The lyrics suggest that the singer is aware of the world's innumerable problems, but accepting them is beyond his control. He believes that the only thing that truly matters is the connection he has with the person he loves.

The singer mentions that he will sing a song to end the world - this may seem nihilistic or dystopian, yet it's precisely the opposite. In a world where everything is breaking down, the singer wants to create something that can last forever. He wants to create something tangible that could outlast the fickle nature of the world around us, and what's better than a song that can live on for eternity? The singer is interested in making something that is an extension of his love and connection for his partner, a connection that is essential when everything else is evanescent.

The singer is asking his partner to forget about the world with him and focus on the bond that they share. He is asking them to listen to his song when they drift off to sleep. It's an act that demonstrates the deep love he has for his partner. The song's lyrics may appear melancholy or sorrowful, yet they're not, it's a love song at its core, about how even if the world falls apart, their love will persist.

Line by Line Meaning

Let's sing a song to end the world. No, I'm not kidding.
Let's make a song that is so powerful and impactful that it feels like the world is coming to an end. I am serious about this idea.

I said my prayers, or so I said, and nothing's hidden.
I have prayed and confessed everything, hoping to let go of any secret so that I am ready for this end-of-the-world song.

Let's sing a song for only us, cause no one else matters as much.
This song is special, and it is just for the two of us since no one else matters in comparison.

Let's sing it strong, and sing it proud. I don't know any better sound than that.
Let's sing with confidence and courage; I believe this song to be the best sound I could possibly hear.

Drown with me tonight. Forget the world around you. I'll sing to you softly ‘til you drift to sleep.
Let's be lost in the moment together; forget everything else that's happening in the world. I'll sing you a lullaby until you fall asleep.

This world could end tomorrow. Baby, we won't miss it. The world will fall apart and listen, so will we.
Even if the world ends, we won't regret it, and the world will listen to this extraordinary song together with us.

I sing a song, a bitter song, of my frustration.
I express through this song how bitter and frustrated I feel about a particular thing.

I've heard your song for way too long, and nothing's changing.
I have been listening to your music for a long time, but there is no change in the situation.

I sing this song for all of us, cause we can feel what matters most.
This song is for everyone because we all share common experiences and values that matter.

I sing it strong, but never proud. I don't need any other sound than that.
I perform this song with conviction, but I don't want to sound arrogant. This song is enough for me.

Drive safely. Drive safely. Drive safely home.
This is a gentle reminder to drive safely and be cautious.

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