Colleen D'Agostino (vocals) moved to San Diego to pursue a music degree at San Diego State University. In her third year, she began playing with Jon Moreaux (guitar) and Noah Vowles (drums). The threesome added bassist Kevin Falk, formerly of Every Time I Die and Between the Buried and Me, and started writing songs for their first demo. Kevin was replaced by Brian Miller (bass), and Roi Elam (guitar) joined shortly after.
With the permanent line up, The Material went into the studio to record their 6-song debut EP "Tomorrow", which was co-produced by Brian Grider and was released on September 1, 2007. They placed in the top 3 of the Dew Circuit Breakout of 2007, losing to Seattle band, The Myriad.
The Material has been featured on MTV and MTV2 and their song "Moving to Seattle" is also available to download for the video game, Rock Band.
Most recently, the band released 3 brand-new songs ("Unforgivable," "Before This Ship Goes Down," and "Give It All Back"). Their 'To Weather The Storm' EP is available for download on iTunes and Amazon.
Bleeder
The Material Lyrics
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Just as the best part starts, it ends so abruptly.
And leaves you stunned and naked in your bedroom all alone.
It’s kinda funny how something so soothing gets interrupted by the ring of a telephone.
And you broke me like the cigarette that I busted on the day I quit.
But now that I've been drinking, I'm outta smokes and I wish that I had it.
Woke up to my daily headache and the realization that you are gone.
One thing that I've never said, I'm truly happy in my heart and in my head.
A lonely liver suspended in liquid.
You came to me like a dream, the kind that always leaves.
Just as the best part starts, it ends so abruptly.
And leaves you stunned and naked in your bedroom all alone.
It’s kinda funny how something so soothing gets interrupted by the ring of a telephone.
One thing that I've never said, I'm truly happy in my heart and in my head.
A lonely liver suspended in liquid.
Its one thing that I never did was smile.
Missing a case, lacking a lid.
My heart bleeds for what you never did...
You never did.
For what you never did...
Never did.
For what you never did...
Never did...
Never did...
Never did...
You never did...
You never did...
It’s one thing that I've never said, I'm truly happy in my heart and in my head.
A lonely liver suspended in liquid.
Its one thing that I never did was smile.
Missing a case, lacking a lid.
My heart bled for what you never did until now.
The lyrics to "Bleeder" by The Material depict a heartbreak and the feeling of being left stunned and alone. The song speaks about a dream-like encounter with someone who suddenly leaves just as the best part starts, leaving the singer naked and vulnerable. The feeling of being interrupted by a phone call is described as being funny in a tragic way. The singer also draws comparisons between their broken self and a cigarette that was broken the day they quit smoking, wishing they had it back in their time of need.
The chorus emphasizes a point that the singer has never said before: that they are truly happy in their heart and head, and yet they are a "lonely liver suspended in liquid." The song ends with a reflection on what the other person never did, which caused the singer's heart to bleed until now.
Overall, the lyrics to "Bleeder" explore the pain and confusion that comes with a sudden loss and the way it can leave an individual feeling numb and disconnected.
Line by Line Meaning
You came to me like a dream, the kind that always leaves.
You appeared in my life so suddenly and beautifully, but your presence was fleeting and short-lived.
Just as the best part starts, it ends so abruptly.
As I started to fall for you, our time together came to an unexpected end.
And leaves you stunned and naked in your bedroom all alone.
Your departure left me vulnerable and alone, feeling exposed and helpless.
It’s kinda funny how something so soothing gets interrupted by the ring of a telephone.
It's ironic how a moment of peace can be so easily interrupted by an unwelcome intrusion, like the sound of a ringing phone.
And you broke me like the cigarette that I busted on the day I quit.
Just as I was quitting a harmful habit, you came into my life and shattered my newfound strength and resolve.
But now that I've been drinking, I'm outta smokes and I wish that I had it.
In my current state of despair, I turn to alcohol and find myself craving the very thing I was trying to quit.
Woke up to my daily headache and the realization that you are gone.
Every day is a painful reminder of your absence, as I wake up to both a literal headache and the crushing reality of your departure.
Oh my sweet darling happiness you've been away from me all along.
I realize now that true happiness wasn't something you brought into my life, but rather something I had to find within myself all along.
One thing that I've never said, I'm truly happy in my heart and in my head.
Despite the pain and heartbreak you caused me, I have found a sense of happiness within myself that you never gave me.
A lonely liver suspended in liquid.
My alcohol consumption has become a way to numb the pain of my solitude and loneliness.
Its one thing that I never did was smile.
Your absence has left me unable to find joy or happiness in anything, robbing me of my ability to smile.
Missing a case, lacking a lid.
Just as a case is incomplete without a lid, I feel incomplete without your presence.
My heart bleeds for what you never did...
I am still deeply hurt by the love and care you never gave me, despite the pain it caused me.
You never did...
You never gave me the love and support I so desperately needed, which only adds to my feelings of betrayal and heartbreak.
For what you never did... Never did... Never did...
The pain of your absence and the love you never gave continues to haunt me and weigh heavily on my heart and mind.
My heart bled for what you never did until now.
Despite the deep pain and hurt you caused me, I am starting to heal and move on, finally able to find the happiness and love I deserve.
Contributed by Caden R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
awkwardjonas
As a longtime Alk3 fan, and Bleeder being my favorite song, all I can say is GREAT JOB. This is absolutely fantastic!
Ray Lower
Found this on tumblr while drunk and nostalgic, think you guys are absolutely beautiful. Made me tear up and think of the good old days. Shoot for the stars, guys!
tehfluffynuts
So short story about me. I would stream this entire album while playing WOW. After work. Lots of alcohol. I love actual alkaline trio but these rando talented artists take on their songs is wonderful. So this. And flying around Azeroth and worlds beyond. I love you all ❤️ no homo
Kyle Reed
oh fuck me this is amazing! I am a huge trio fan, I love the raw sound of the old stuff and a believer that matt's voice can't be toppedbut this sounds incredible - fantastic job, can't believe I just discovered it x
Bloodlvst
Wow Colleen, probably one of the best female vocals I've heard. If only the pretty girls here actually knew what good music was. :)
Futureidiots
This cover is amazing! Best track on the Album. Love Colleens voice! / Paxcow, Future Idiots
nix xin
Just as the best part starts, it ends so abruptly. - classic!
nocontrol182
you guys did an excellent job covering this classic. the singer is very talented, loved the harmonies.great drumming too!
eg441
Wow, I'm blown away, I stumbled on this accidentally while looking for Skiba's effects pedals. Amazing job, amazing voice.
Matthew Baker
I've loved everything you guys have released so far, this song is no different. \m/