Since launching his career as a 16-year-old with the independently released The Rocket Summer EP, a name he took from a Ray Bradbury short story, Bryce has toured around the world, selling out venues not just in the US, but Canada, the UK, Australia, and Japan, while playing such noted events as UK’s Glastonbury Festival, Scotland’s T in the Park, Japan’s Summer Sonic Festival, Australia’s Soundwave Festival, Austin City Limits, SXSW, Bamboozle, Cornerstone and the 2007 and 2010 Vans Warped Tour. “I try to write songs the whole world would want to sing along to but I also want to make an album of genuine and honest songs written from my heart that musically and lyrically are better than anything I have done before and above all will be an album that would hopefully move and affect people. For me it's all about focusing everything you have on making the greatest music you can without banking on anything else. I'm grateful to be doing this and I want to do this for the right reasons."
For someone as spiritually motivated as Avary, that means he focuses on the struggles and victories of life’s often-challenging journey in his most recent release on Island Def Jam Records titled Of Men and Angels as well as on the current album he is recording. Of Men and Angels was release in February 2010, and debuted as the No.1 Album on iTunes surpassing The Black Eyed Peas’ The E.N.D., which had previously held the No.1 spot for Top Album. The album debuted #38 on the Billboard 200 and # 4 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums charts. This is just one instance of how Avary’s loyal hardcore fan base has supported The Rocket Summer throughout the years. This also explains the kind of viral following that turned the video for “Do You Feel” into an Internet phenomenon. With guest appearances by Paramore, Relient K, All Time Low, Jack’s Mannequin, Forever the Sickest Kids, MxPx, Hellogoodbye, the music video led to the album version of the song being played more than 4 million times on The Rocket Summer’s My Space site. The album Do You Feel hit #44 on the Billboard 200 and #16 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums charts and has sold over 100,000 copies in the US alone. “We’re definitely aware of the kind of connection we have with our fans and I’m just fortunate to be a part of it.”
His albums and live shows are all about positivity, optimism, sing-a-longs, excitement, and overcoming our struggles. The Rocket Summer has toured with The Goo Goo Dolls, OneRepublic, Paramore, Relient K, The All-American Rejects, Copeland, All Time Low, The Ataris, Something Corporate, Plain White T’s, Hellogoodbye, Phantom Planet & many others.
“I like the term ‘young veteran,’” says Avary. “We have this loyal, hardcore following and I couldn't be more grateful for this. I keep pushing myself forward, trying to make great records, trying to put on the best live performance I can, all the while expanding The Rocket Summer to as far as it can be taken.”
Official website: http://www.therocketsummer.com/
All I Have
The Rocket Summer Lyrics
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Are you tryin' to stop it'
Everyone's watchin'
What are you gonna do'
Are you tryin' to stop it'
Everyone's watchin'
Everyone is conversin'
Oh, yeah, they were a part
He was a part and she was a part of it, oh, fallin' apart
Is anyone watchin'' Is anyone listenin'?
Are we listenin'?
And all I have is all of me
And it's all that I can give
I'm disappointed in hearts
With you our hearts will spill
Over in you, over in me, over in this
Oh, I never knew, they never knew
What you're going through
'Cause you got everybody thinkin'
There's nothin' wrong with you
And you fall apart 'cause you felt apart
And they were a part of it, oh, fallin' apart
Is anyone watchin'' Is anyone listenin'?
Are you listenin'?
And all I have is all of me
And it's all that I can give
I'm disappointed in hearts
With you our hearts will spill
Over in you, over in me, over in this
On dark and stormy days, somewhere it's glowin'
And even though I know I'm here, I know I'm goin'
Oh, you never stop, you just collide
Grasp onto your side, surprise and make it right, yeah
And all I have is all of me
And it's all that I can give
I'm disappointed in hearts
With you our hearts will spill
Over in you, over in me, over in this
And all I have is all of me
And it's all that I can give
I'm disappointed in hearts
With you our hearts will spill
Over in you, over in me, over in this
And all I have is all of me
And it's all that I can give
I'm disappointed in hearts
With you our hearts will spill
Over in you, over in me, over in this
The Rocket Summer's song "All I Have" talks about the importance of being aware of the people around us and the struggles they may be facing. The opening lines make it clear that everyone is hurting and aware of it, but what comes next is a question - are we trying to stop it? The rest of the song addresses the need to pay attention, listen to each other, and offer support.
The lines "Oh, I never knew, they never knew / What you're going through / 'Cause you got everybody thinkin' / There's nothin' wrong with you" are particularly poignant, as they highlight the fact that many people hide their struggles and pain, putting up a façade that everything is okay. The chorus reinforces the message that all we have is ourselves and our ability to share our own experiences and hearts with others. The lines "With you our hearts will spill / Over in you, over in me, over in this" suggest that sharing our struggles and emotions can create a sense of unity and understanding, which in turn can help alleviate the pain and hurt.
In summary, "All I Have" is a call for empathy, connection, and support. It urges us to be aware of the struggles and pain of those around us, to listen and offer our hearts, and to be open to receiving the same in return.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody's hurtin', everybody knows it
Everyone is aware that people are going through pain and suffering.
Are you tryin' to stop it'
Are you making any effort to alleviate the hurt and pain that people are going through?
Everyone's watchin'
People are observing your actions and waiting to see what you will do.
What are you gonna do'
What action will you take to address the pain and suffering that people are experiencing?
Oh, yeah, they were a part
They were involved in the cause or part of the problem that led to the hurt and pain being experienced.
He was a part and she was a part of it, oh, fallin' apart
Individuals who had a role in creating the problem are also experiencing the consequences of it.
Is anyone watchin'' Is anyone listenin'?
Is anyone paying attention to the pain and suffering that people are going through?
Are we listenin'?
Are we actively trying to understand the pain and suffering of others and take action to help them?
And all I have is all of me
The only thing that the artist can offer is their own self and their efforts to make a change.
And it's all that I can give
The artist is acknowledging their limitations and is offering what they can.
I'm disappointed in hearts
The singer is let down by the lack of compassion and empathy shown by others towards those who are hurting.
With you our hearts will spill
Working together, the capacity for empathy and compassion can increase and be shared.
Over in you, over in me, over in this
Empathy, compassion, and care can be spread beyond individuals and become part of the collective effort to address pain and suffering.
Oh, I never knew, they never knew
The lack of understanding and awareness of the pain and suffering of others is pervasive.
What you're going through
The singer is acknowledging the struggles and challenges that others are experiencing.
'Cause you got everybody thinkin'
The lack of understanding and awareness of the pain and suffering of others leads people to believe that there is no problem to be solved.
There's nothin' wrong with you
People are dismissing the struggles of others and failing to empathize or offer support.
And you fall apart 'cause you felt apart
The pain and suffering experienced by others can cause them to feel isolated and alone, exacerbating their struggles.
On dark and stormy days, somewhere it's glowin'
Even in dark and difficult times, there is always hope and light that can be found.
And even though I know I'm here, I know I'm goin'
The artist acknowledges their own limitations and knows that their efforts are just a small step in a larger journey.
Oh, you never stop, you just collide
Empathy, compassion, and care never stop and are constantly in motion, working to address pain and suffering.
Grasp onto your side, surprise and make it right, yeah
Take action and work to be a force for good, even when it may surprise others or go against the norm.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRYCE AVARY, STEPHEN BRYCE AVARY
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