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/
Run To You
The Rocket Summer Lyrics
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Do you see me? 'Cause I think I see you
I've been some other place
The wind that I chase, it all just leads back to you
Oh, how I'm still, so still
It's so [Incomprehensible], but still outran
I knew you when I was young
Run to you, I will run, I will run
I will move, right on through
All these things that I have done
And you'll take me back, I don't know why'
I wanna say I'll never do it again
But I can't, but I will try
Turn, look, look out and see
Do you see me? 'Cause I think I see you
I've been some other place
The wind that I chase it all just leads back to you
Oh, how I miss what you miss
But I will fall time and again
And I will say that I'm true to you
But I'm a cheat, I don't understand
So I'll run to you, I will run, I will run
I will move, right on through
All these things that I have done
And you'll take me back, I don't know why'
I wanna say I'll never do it again, but I can't
I wanna say I'll never do it again, but I can't
I wanna say I'll never do it again, but I can't
But I will try
The Rocket Summer's "Run To You" is a song that reflects on a relationship that has been tainted by dishonesty and regrets. The song addresses both the desperation for love and acceptance and the guilt of betraying someone who has been a constant force in the singer's life. The opening lines of "Turn, look, look out and see, do you see me?" speak to the longing for acceptance and the desire to be recognized and loved by the person the singer has betrayed. The lines "I've been some other place, the wind that I chase, it all just leads back to you" suggests that despite the singer's attempts to find happiness and fulfillment elsewhere, nothing compares to being with the person they have wronged.
The chorus "Run to you, I will run, I will run, I will move, right on through all these things that I have done, and you'll take me back, I don't know why" speaks to the desperation to be forgiven and loved again, even though the singer doesn't understand why. The repeated line "I wanna say I'll never do it again, but I can't, but I will try" shows that while the singer acknowledges their mistakes and wants to change, they don't know if they are capable of it.
The song is a reflection of the complexity of human emotions, particularly in relationships. It highlights the struggle to balance the self-interest and the desire to be with someone we love. The lyrics, accompanied by upbeat melodies, bring an additional layer of emotion to the song, as if the singer is trying to mask their pain, but the lyrics reveal their true emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Turn, look, look out and see
Take a moment, turn and examine the world around you, do you notice my presence? Because I am constantly searching for you in the world.
Do you see me? 'Cause I think I see you
I am asking if you notice me, because I am always on the lookout for you and your presence.
I've been some other place
I have been elsewhere, but no matter where I go, my thoughts always bring me back to you.
The wind that I chase, it all just leads back to you
No matter what direction I take in life, I always end up back where I started, with you.
Oh, how I'm still, so still
I am still, quiet and contemplative, reflecting on my feelings for you and the impact you have on my life.
It's so [Incomprehensible], but still outran
My emotions are so intense and overwhelming that they are difficult to put into words, but they still manage to overpower me.
I knew you when I was young
We have a history together, dating back to when we were younger.
But where am I now' That I'm a man
I am reflecting on my current state in life as an adult and where I fit into the world.
Run to you, I will run, I will run
No matter the distance or obstacle, I will run towards you and our relationship.
I will move, right on through
I am determined to overcome any obstacles in our way and move forward with you as my partner.
All these things that I have done
I have made mistakes and taken paths that were not ideal, but I am willing to face the consequences of my actions and move forward.
And you'll take me back, I don't know why'
Despite my past mistakes and flaws, I hope that you will still accept me and love me unconditionally.
I wanna say I'll never do it again
I wish I could promise that I will never make the same mistakes again, but I know that is unrealistic.
But I can't, but I will try
Although I cannot make any guarantees, I am still committed to trying my best to be a better person and make our relationship work.
Oh, how I miss what you miss
I understand and empathize with the things that you miss and long for in our relationship.
But I will fall time and again
I know that I will make mistakes and stumble along the way, but I am willing to get back up and try again.
And I will say that I'm true to you
I will always be honest and sincere with you, even when it may be difficult.
But I'm a cheat, I don't understand
Despite my good intentions, I have a history of making poor choices and betraying those I care about, and I don't always understand why.
I wanna say I'll never do it again, but I can't
I wish I could make promises and never break them again, but I know that I cannot control everything and will inevitably make more mistakes.
But I will try
Despite my flaws and past mistakes, I am willing to try my best to be a better person and partner.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRYCE AVARY, STEPHEN BRYCE AVARY
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