Shortly thereafter they were signed by Go-Kart Records and re-recorded the songs from "A Lesson" and re-released their album with the addition of some new tracks.
At the Fest VII in Gainesville, FL they were approached by Brendan Kelly of The Lawrence Arms and subsequently signed to Red Scare Industries.
They released their Red Scare debut EP "Hold On, Dodge" in 2009.
In April 2010, Chamberlain Waits was released, through Red Scare Records. In March and April they also toured in support of Against Me!.
On May 17, 2011 they announced that they had signed to Epitaph Records. Brett Gurewitz, founder of Epitaph Records and guitarist of Bad Religion said this about the signing of the band:
"These guys play the kind of pure punk rock that I grew up with. They are seriously talented songwriters and I'm happy to welcome them to the Epitaph family. I think the band is a great fit here."
They released their third full length album, On The Impossible Past, on February 21, 2012 via Epitaph Records.
The band currently lives in South Philadelphia, PA.
Band Members:
Tom May
Joe Godino
Greg Barnett
Eric Keen
Transient Love
The Menzingers Lyrics
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I was always over-reacting, screaming "I'm gonna die."
But now I'm five thousand miles from a head on my shoulder
From a night I spent sober, screaming "I'm gonna die."
But all I ever wanted was to make things right
All I ever wanted was to make things right
I was a runaway, somewhere in a grave of mistakes
Transient love, you should've seen the view from the mansion
It made me think of things we never mentioned
The things we're too afraid to say
Like what if I spend the next few years
Just somewhere in some atmosphere
While you're at home with pills for pain
I hope it doesn't end this way
All I ever wanted was to make things right
All I ever wanted was to make things right
Over and over in my head I tried
But all I ever wanted was to make things right
The Menzingers's "Transient Love" is a song about a past relationship that has ended, with lyrics that deal with regret, self-blame, and nostalgia. The opening lines, "I used to lie to myself all the time/I was always over-reacting, screaming 'I'm gonna die,'" sets the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer reflects on their past behavior and how it contributed to the end of the relationship. The second line, in particular, emphasizes the singer's tendency to exaggerate and intensify their emotions, as if they were always on the brink of a breakdown. However, the third and fourth lines suggest that something has changed in the singer's life, as they are now far away from their past, and are alone to face their own demons.
The refrain, "All I ever wanted was to make things right/Over and over in my head I tried," is the central theme of the song. The singer wishes they could have done more to salvage the relationship, and feels that they could have done things differently if they had the chance. The line "But all I ever wanted was to make things right" is repeated three times, driving home the sense of regret and missed opportunities.
The second verse introduces some new elements. The title "Transient Love" is explained in the lines "I was a ghost on your birthday/I was a runaway, somewhere in a grave of mistakes." Here the singer suggests that their love was temporary and fleeting, and that they were never fully present in the relationship. The lines "you should've seen the view from the mansion/It made me think of things we never mentioned/The things we're too afraid to say" captures the sense of nostalgia and longing that runs throughout the song. The singer remembers the good times they shared, but also regrets the things that were left unsaid.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to lie to myself all the time
I was in constant denial of the reality that I was facing.
I was always over-reacting, screaming 'I'm gonna die.'
I frequently became anxious and overwhelmed by the challenges I faced, and felt like giving up.
But now I'm five thousand miles from a head on my shoulder
I'm physically or emotionally far from a source of comfort or support.
From a night I spent sober, screaming 'I'm gonna die.'
Even when I'm not under the influence of drugs or alcohol, I still feel overwhelmed and hopeless.
But all I ever wanted was to make things right
My ultimate goal was to fix the problems and challenges I faced, and reconcile with people I hurt or drifted away from.
Transient love, I was a ghost on your birthday
Our relationship was short-lived and lacked real commitment, and I failed to make a meaningful connection on important occasions.
I was a runaway, somewhere in a grave of mistakes
I avoided facing my problems and instead made decisions that only worsened my situation and led to regrettable consequences.
Transient love, you should've seen the view from the mansion
Our relationship was temporary and superficial, and I experienced moments of luxury and extravagance that ultimately meant little in the bigger picture.
It made me think of things we never mentioned
Being in a luxurious environment made me reflect on the deeper issues and unspoken truths that defined our relationship.
The things we're too afraid to say
The difficult conversations and confrontations that we avoided, out of fear of hurting each other or being hurt.
Like what if I spend the next few years
I imagine myself in the future, and the possibility of being distant from you for a long time.
Just somewhere in some atmosphere
I could be anywhere, doing anything, but still feel empty and unfulfilled without you.
While you're at home with pills for pain
You could be suffering from physical or emotional pain that I'm unaware of or unable to help with.
I hope it doesn't end this way
Despite the challenges and uncertainties, I still hold on to the hope that we can find a way to make things work and stay connected.
Over and over in my head I tried
I repeatedly thought about how to fix our relationship and make things right, but couldn't find the answers.
But all I ever wanted was to make things right
Despite the challenges and setbacks, my ultimate desire and goal remains the same - to reconcile, connect, and make things right.
Lyrics © MOTHERSHIP MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: ERIC KEEN, GREG BARNETT, JOE GODINO, TOM MAY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
oryan katzav
I used to lie to myself all the time
I was always over-reacting, screaming "I'm gonna die."
But now I'm five thousand miles from a head on my shoulder
From a night I spent sober, screaming "I'm gonna die."
But all I ever wanted was to make things right
All I ever wanted was to make things right
Transient love, I was a ghost on your birthday
I was a runaway, somewhere in a grave of mistakes
Transient love, you should've seen the view from the mansion
It made me think of things we never mentioned
The things we're too afraid to say
Like what if I spend the next few years
Just somewhere in some atmosphere
While you're at home with pills for pain
I hope it doesn't end this way
All I ever wanted was to make things right
All I ever wanted was to make things right
Over and over in my head I tried
But all I ever wanted was to make things right
oryan katzav
I used to lie to myself all the time
I was always over-reacting, screaming "I'm gonna die."
But now I'm five thousand miles from a head on my shoulder
From a night I spent sober, screaming "I'm gonna die."
But all I ever wanted was to make things right
All I ever wanted was to make things right
Transient love, I was a ghost on your birthday
I was a runaway, somewhere in a grave of mistakes
Transient love, you should've seen the view from the mansion
It made me think of things we never mentioned
The things we're too afraid to say
Like what if I spend the next few years
Just somewhere in some atmosphere
While you're at home with pills for pain
I hope it doesn't end this way
All I ever wanted was to make things right
All I ever wanted was to make things right
Over and over in my head I tried
But all I ever wanted was to make things right
Emma Prew
This song sounds like nothing The Menzingers have ever done before, but to my ears it is a musical masterpiece and I can't get enough. I listened to Rented World throughout my trip to Japan last month and the line ‘five thousand miles…’ seemed pretty apt.
Isaiah Meredith
Totally agree with you. Its an amazing song and completely heartfelt.
Melyssa Marie
What a beautiful piece of music ♡
AmeliaBuns
no you
Also wow that's 4 years. old. whenever I see old comments I keep wanting to ask people how different their life and they were 4 years ago....
soggy socks
What a tune.
dj mandela
+DempseyTheBoss fuckn ae what a tune!
dj mandela
I used to lie to myself all the time
I was always over-reacting, screaming "I'm gonna die."
But now I'm five thousand miles from a head on my shoulder
From a night I spent sober, screaming "I'm gonna die."
But all I ever wanted was to make things right
All I ever wanted was to make things right
_annski_
One of the best songs ever written... Hits me hard everytime... 💗
UnsolicitedBirds
This song kinda grooves the way Killer Parties by The Hold Steady and The Ocean by Against Me! do. But at the same time, it stands alone as a great song. East coast, fuck yeah!