THE LIVID is a high-energy four piece rock band from Mississauga, Ontario. … Read Full Bio ↴THE LIVID is a high-energy four piece rock band from Mississauga, Ontario. The band was formed in January 1997, when four high school freshmen decided to jam to some cover tunes in their drummer's basement. After winning several competitions and spending some time at a local studio, The Livid released their debut album, King of the Castle, in October 2000. The Livid returned to the studio to record more tracks in 2001. So Fear of Fading was released in the summer of 2002. Over the span of six months, however, The Livid was destined to lose all of its founding members with the exception of guitar player and songwriter Chris Schembri. Over the next months, The Livid was reformed, with new members Adam Benning (drums), Rob Linschoten (bass) and Justin Humes (vocals). After a lengthy period of writing and recording, the new lineup released their first record (The Livid's third record), "The Ambition Within" on the 25th of September, 2004. In the summer of 2005, The Livid thought it would be best if they packed things in and moved on with life without the "band". Each member taking a hiatus and focusing on other aspects of life. But in February of 2006, they found themselves wondering what it would be like to get together and jam some newer songs just for fun. So they did. It was amazing. In March 2006, The Livid will head back into the studio to continue with what they love, which is making music that they can listen to while driving in their cars. And if other people like it, it makes it all the more worth while. Stay tuned for more boring stuff to read. Rock n Roll...

Forseen
The Livid Lyrics

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Sure is tight in my throat; I haven't flipped the boat
Sometimes I cry so much it makes me wanna scream
Tied tightly to the tee
Slowly pushing at the seams
I should have had other dreams
But it's this that makes me so unique

Foreseen

The situations leading them to asking me
Foresee
That what I need may never be a part of me

Can I take
Can't you see your apathy is killing me
And my dream

Growing sick has become so hard
I must say that I'm growing too old to see
Lost in my zone - no reflection to see or even call my own
I must say that I'm growing too old to see

Climbing up the slope; I can't reach the rope
Sometimes it feels like there's no-one on my team
Tied tightly to the tee
Slowly pushing at the seams
I should have had all the dreams
But there's nothing left inside of me

Old
And I know it'll all be the same
I'll cry 'til it drives me insane
I will always be the same
Alone in my own hall of fame
I cry; can't get rid of this pain
It's more like my own hall of shame

Look into the mirror and see
My reflection's but a ghost of me
Slowly looking back at me
Asking me in two years where I'll be
Sadly lowering my eyes
I continue in disguise

Until this dream that's make believe
Makes me huddle up alone and cold and dry

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Livid's song "Foreseen" speak to the struggles and isolation one may feel in trying to pursue their dreams, and the obstacles that come with it. The first verse describes the tightness in the singer's throat, as if they are struggling to swallow and move forward. They express the feeling of crying so much that it becomes overwhelming, and the frustration of being tied to something that is slowly breaking apart. Despite this, they see their uniqueness as something that sets them apart and perhaps gives them a glimmer of hope.

The chorus emphasizes the idea of the singer foreseeing the situations that will come their way as they try to pursue their dreams. They express a desire for something that may never be a part of them, and the pain that comes with that realization. The second verse continues to describe the struggle to push forward, comparing it to climbing a slope without anyone on their team. The singer reflects on their age and growing sick, expressing a sense of hopelessness that they are too old to see anything else.

The bridge of the song speaks to the inner turmoil and sadness that the singer feels. They express a sense of loneliness and isolation that they are unable to shake. The last lines of the song paint a picture of the singer huddled up by themselves, dreaming of something that feels unattainable and pursuing it even in the midst of their pain.

Line by Line Meaning

Sure is tight in my throat; I haven't flipped the boat
I'm feeling very anxious and unsure about the future. Despite my apprehension, I haven't given up yet.

Sometimes I cry so much it makes me wanna scream
My emotions can be overwhelming and I feel trapped in my own sadness.

Tied tightly to the tee Slowly pushing at the seams
I feel constrained and limited, like I'm on the verge of breaking free but not quite there yet.

I should have had other dreams But it's this that makes me so unique
I wish I had different aspirations or a different path in life, but at the same time, I recognize that this is what sets me apart from others.

Foreseen The situations leading them to asking me Foresee That what I need may never be a part of me
People have warned me about the potential obstacles and drawbacks of pursuing my goals. I fear that what I truly desire may never come to fruition.

Can I take Can't you see your apathy is killing me And my dream
I'm struggling to cope with the lack of support or understanding from those around me. Their disinterest in my aspirations is hurting me greatly.

Growing sick has become so hard I must say that I'm growing too old to see Lost in my zone - no reflection to see or even call my own I must say that I'm growing too old to see
It's increasingly difficult for me to maintain my drive and focus as I get older. I feel isolated from my own identity and unsure of my direction in life.

Climbing up the slope; I can't reach the rope Sometimes it feels like there's no-one on my team
I'm trying my best to make progress, but it often feels like I'm alone in my journey and don't have the support I need to succeed.

But there's nothing left inside of me Old And I know it'll all be the same I'll cry 'til it drives me insane I will always be the same Alone in my own hall of fame I cry; can't get rid of this pain It's more like my own hall of shame
I'm running out of energy and motivation to keep going. I'm resigned to the fact that my efforts will likely be futile, yet I can't help feeling trapped in my own misery and disappointment.

Look into the mirror and see My reflection's but a ghost of me Slowly looking back at me Asking me in two years where I'll be Sadly lowering my eyes I continue in disguise Until this dream that's make believe Makes me huddle up alone and cold and dry
When I look at myself, I don't see the person I used to be. I question my future prospects and struggle to maintain my confidence. Nonetheless, I try to persevere and make the most of the situation, even if it means living in a constant state of uncertainty and loneliness.

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