They’re the penultimate party band you can find as easily at big outdoor gigs, the neighbourhood pub or a friend’s secret birthday party – playing up party tune covers and injecting a couple of originals for some spice. In the end, people sing along and dance and everyone raises a glass to the band in thanks.
But while they love to party, KTB has also been committed to insuring that their revelry can also have a positive effect on the community. Whether it’s bed races or growing their moustaches for Movember benefiting Prostate Cancer Canada (theta-omega-mo.com) or even lending their services to the Make A Wish Foundation – the Killin’ Time Band’s parties are often charitable fundraisers.
With the official Hamilton release party for Three Day Weekend, the Killin’ Time band celebrate a three day Thanksgiving Weekend by offering what’s expected to be another killer party and again helping out another worthwhile cause.
“We are all very proud of this album, it really brought us back to why it is we have been playing music together and have been family for the
last six years,” smiles Hails. “We never lose site of the fact that we are lucky. We get paid to play music which is what we would all be doing regardless for free in our basements. So you always have to keep the big picture in sight and forget about the petty shit. No matter what went on that day when we get on stage and the engine starts clicking; these are my best friends in the world
Heavy
The Killin' Time Band Lyrics
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I think I need a friend
Someone who understands
And won't pretend
I feel like everyday
Someone gonna take another swing
I don't know if I will bend or break
And don't let it get too heavy (bring you down)
Don't let it get so hard (bring you down)
Don't let it get too heavy (bring you down)
And get your feet back on the ground
Feet back on the ground
Get your feet back on the ground (oh yeah)
Feet back on the ground
So won't you pick me up
Instead of putting me down
You know they say what goes around comes around
'Cause I can say everyday
Spoken my mind, had my say
But don't you try to put that trip on me
And don't let it get too heavy (bring you down)
Don't let it get so hard (bring you down)
Don't let it get too heavy (bring you down)
And get your feet back on the ground
Feet back on the ground
Get your feet back on the ground (oh yeah)
Feet back on the ground
Don't let it get too heavy (bring you down)
Don't let it get so hard (bring you down)
Don't let it get too heavy (bring you down)
And get your feet back on the ground (oh no)
Feet back on the ground
Get your feet back on the ground
Feet back on the ground (oh get you feet back on the ground)
Feet back on the ground
Feet back on the ground
The lyrics of The Killin' Time Band's song Heavy convey a message of perseverance and resilience despite facing constant challenges and hurdles. The singer in the song asks for a friend who truly understands their struggles and won't pretend to empathize with them. They express their fear of being knocked down again, and not knowing whether they will bounce back or break altogether.
However, the singer urges themselves and their listeners to not let the weight of their problems bring them down, but rather to push through the tough times and keep their feet firmly planted on the ground. They ask for support and a helping hand instead of being put down, and assert that what goes around comes around. The song serves as a reminder to stay positive, self-motivated, and not let negative factors affect one's mindset.
Line by Line Meaning
Knock me down again
I've been knocked down before, and I feel like I need someone to help me up.
I think I need a friend
I need someone who will understand me and not judge me for my struggles.
Someone who understands
I need someone who has felt the same way I do and can empathize with me.
And won't pretend
I need someone who will be honest with me and not just say what I want to hear.
I feel like everyday
Every day, it feels like someone is trying to bring me down.
Someone gonna take another swing
I feel like someone is always trying to attack me.
I don't know if I will bend or break
I'm not sure if I can handle any more struggles, or if they will be too much for me.
And don't let it get too heavy (bring you down)
Don't let the struggles and attacks overwhelm you and bring you down.
Don't let it get so hard (bring you down)
Don't let the difficulties make you lose hope and give up.
And get your feet back on the ground
Find a way to stay balanced and not let the struggles knock you over.
So won't you pick me up
I'm asking for help, for someone to lift me up.
Instead of putting me down
I don't need more attacks or judgment, I need help.
You know they say what goes around comes around
People will eventually get what they deserve for how they treat others.
'Cause I can say everyday
I speak my mind and stand up for myself every day.
Spoken my mind, had my say
I don't let others walk all over me, I stand up for myself.
But don't you try to put that trip on me
Don't blame me for the struggles I'm going through, I'm already doing what I can to stand up for myself.
And get your feet back on the ground (oh no)
Don't give up hope, stay balanced and keep fighting.
Feet back on the ground
Stay grounded and don't let the struggles bring you down.
Contributed by Isabella S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.