In 2001 the song Take the Long Road and Walk It circulated as a demo, before being released by Fierce Panda. The band were quickly signed by EMI/Virgin imprint, Hut, who released their first EP You Might as Well Try to Fuck Me.
In 2002, following another EP, The People, they released their eponymous debut album.
In Autumn 2004, they released their second album, Welcome to the North, and the accompanying single Freedom Fighters, before touring with Incubus. One of the singles from the album, Breakin', became a hit on American rock radio.
Their eagerly awaited third album entitled Strength in Numbers was released in June 2008. However, in September 2010, singer/songwriter Robert Harvey confirmed the group's intention to split, and on 31 March 2011 the band announced a series of farewell shows in Japan and the UK.
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Cessation
The Music Lyrics
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I never want to be like you
I want to be myself
But you make me out to be somebody else
And I live in pain
And I love the darkness of my mind
'cause it makes me feel
You know it makes me feel like I'm alive
Oh I'm alive
Far across the land
Yeah far across the land
They understand, they understand the lies
But nobody here want to question why
It's not what I need
But if I cut myself I'm bound to bleed
I don't want to die
But it makes me feel like alive
I'm alive
Oh I'm alive
I'm alive
Oh I'm alive
I'm alive
Oh I'm alive
I'm alive
Oh I'm alive
Don't make the same mistake
Don't make cessation, no
I'm sick of being the crowd
I'm sick of being the crowd
It's up to me
I'm not gonna crack
But the demons inside
Keep on coming back
I've got to fight the fear
I've got to know that how I feel is real
I've got to speak my mind
'cause it makes me feel like I'm alive
I'm alive
Oh I'm alive
I'm alive
Oh I'm alive
I'm alive
Oh I'm alive
I'm alive
Oh I'm alive
Let go
Oh I'm alive
I'm alive
Oh I'm alive
I'm alive
The Music's song "Cessation" is a powerful expression of the struggle for individual identity in the face of social pressure. The lyrics are a direct challenge to those who seek to force conformity onto others, and an affirmation of the need for self-discovery and authenticity. The opening lines declare the singer's rejection of the expectations of others, and the desire to be true to oneself. But the chorus "I'm alive, Oh I'm alive" reframes this struggle as a source of vitality and strength, even in the face of pain and darkness.
The second verse expands the theme of societal pressure, portraying a society that is willing to accept falsehoods without question, and that is indifferent to the pain and suffering of those who refuse to conform. The line "But if I cut myself I'm bound to bleed" refers to the fact that even if he tries to ignore or deny his true self, he will still experience the consequences of that denial. The third verse is a call to action, a declaration of the need to stand up against the demons that threaten to overwhelm him, and to speak his mind as an assertion of his own individuality. The final chorus "Let go, Oh I'm alive, I'm alive, Oh I'm alive" is a triumphant declaration of the singer's resilience and strength.
Overall, "Cessation" is a powerful message of hope and determination, a declaration of the struggle for individuality in a world that often seeks to impose conformity. It is an anthem for anyone who has ever felt trapped or oppressed, and a reminder that the only true path to happiness and fulfillment is the one we create for ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
I never want to be
I don't want to live my life like someone else, I want to be myself
I never want to be like you
I don't want to follow your path, I want to find my own way
I want to be myself
I want to stay true to who I am and not pretend to be someone else
But you make me out to be somebody else
You try to change me into something I'm not which causes me to lose myself
And I live in pain
I have to deal with the pain of not being accepted for who I am
And I love the darkness of my mind
I find comfort in the sadness and pain in my own thoughts
'cause it makes me feel
because it gives me a sense of feeling and emotion
You know it makes me feel like I'm alive
It brings me to life in some way despite the negative feelings
Far across the land
In other places and in other cultures
Yeah far across the land
Even further and more distant than I can imagine
They understand, they understand the lies
People in other parts of the world can see through the faults and facades of society
But nobody here want to question why
Where I am, people are too comfortable with their lives to question the status quo
It's not what I need
I know that what others want from me is not what I truly need for myself
But if I cut myself I'm bound to bleed
Even though I know what I need, I am still affected by others' opinions and actions
I don't want to die
I don't want to give up or stop living despite the pain and suffering
But it makes me feel like alive
Somehow the struggle keeps me feeling alive and brimming with life
Don't make the same mistake
Learn from my experiences and don't follow in my same path
Don't make cessation, no
Don't stop living and giving up on life
I'm sick of being the crowd
I'm tired of blending in and being just like everyone else
It's up to me
It's my responsibility to take control of my life
I'm not gonna crack
I'm going to stay strong in the face of adversity
But the demons inside
The negative thoughts and feelings that consume me
Keep on coming back
They always find a way to return no matter how much I try to suppress them
I've got to fight the fear
I need to overcome my fears and not let them control me
I've got to know that how I feel is real
I need to trust my own emotions and feelings
I've got to speak my mind
I need to express myself and my thoughts even though it can be scary
'cause it makes me feel like I'm alive
It gives me a sense of purpose and meaning in my life
Let go
Release your past and your doubts and just live in the present
Oh I'm alive
Despite everything, I'm still alive and that's what counts
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: STUART COLEMAN, ROBERT HARVEY, PHILIP JORDAN, ADAM NUTTER
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