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/
Walls
The Rocket Summer Lyrics
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So tell me if you know how it ends
When everywhere you go feels like a mirror maze
And you're not sure how you're stuck in this place
And you've got nowhere else to go
And you're lost within your own home
You're trying so hard to win
You keep trying, it's embarrassing
But you know you're off the tracks
And how did you get in here
Thinking, how did I get in here
I'll help you break the walls down
I'll help you break the walls down
And bust you out
And take you home
Believe you me
You are not alone
I'll help you break the walls down
Does anybody know where February went
I was hoping that by now it'd be the end of this
But when you open up a book and read a thousand lines
But you don't really read, you just move your eyes
And you've got nowhere else to go
And you're lost within your own home
You're trying so hard to win
You keep trying, it's embarrassing
And how you don't even know
But you know you're off the tracks
And how did you get in here
Thinking, how did I get in here
I'll help you break the walls down
I'll help you break the walls down
And bust you out
And take you home
Believe you me
You are not alone
I'll help you break the walls down
And I know this is random
But just this morning I saw the sun reflecting off the lawn and window
Oh, I dont know why but I thought you should know
When you've got nowhere else to go
And you're lost within your own home
You're trying so hard to win
You keep trying, its embarrassing
And how you don't even know
But you know you're off the tracks
And how did you get in here
Thinking, how did I get in here
I'll help you break the walls down
I'll help you break the walls down
And bust you out
And take you home
Believe you me
You are not alone
I'll help you break the walls down
And all the weight that you carry will disappear
And I will willingly embrace your soul you lay ahead
So come on home
Come on home
Come on home
Home
Yeah
The Rocket Summer's "Walls" is a song about feeling trapped within oneself and struggling to break free. The lyrics describe the confusion and frustration that comes with feeling lost and unsure of one's own path in life. The repeated phrase "You've got nowhere else to go / And you're lost within your own home" emphasizes the feeling of being trapped and helpless.
The singer of the song is looking for a way out and asks for help: "So tell me if you know how it ends / I'll help you break the walls down / And bust you out / And take you home / Believe you me / You are not alone." The song provides reassurance that the singer is not alone in their struggles and encourages them to keep fighting: "You keep trying, it's embarrassing / But you know you're off the tracks / And how did you get in here / Thinking, how did I get in here."
The song ends on a hopeful note, with the promise of finding freedom and relief from the weight of the world: "And all the weight that you carry will disappear / And I will willingly embrace your soul you lay ahead / So come on home."
Overall, "Walls" is a powerful anthem about perseverance and the importance of reaching out for support during difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
The story of my life I can't quite comprehend
I'm having trouble understanding my own life.
So tell me if you know how it ends
Do you know what the future holds?
When everywhere you go feels like a mirror maze
Every place looks the same and it's hard to tell where I am.
And you're not sure how you're stuck in this place
I'm unsure of how I ended up here.
And you've got nowhere else to go
I have nowhere else to turn.
And you're lost within your own home
I am lost in my own familiar surroundings.
You're trying so hard to win
I'm putting in a lot of effort to succeed.
You keep trying, it's embarrassing
I keep trying even though it's difficult and I feel ashamed.
And how you don't even know
I don't even understand myself.
But you know you're off the tracks
I know that I am not on the right path.
And how did you get in here
How did I end up in this bad situation?
Thinking, how did I get in here
Wondering how I ended up feeling so lost.
I'll help you break the walls down
I want to help you overcome any barriers you may face.
And bust you out
I want to see you free from your struggles.
And take you home
I want to help you return to where you belong.
Believe you me
Trust me when I say that you're not alone.
You are not alone
You have someone who cares about you and is willing to help.
Does anybody know where February went
Time is passing by quickly and I wonder where it's gone.
I was hoping that by now it'd be the end of this
I hoped that things would be better by now.
But when you open up a book and read a thousand lines
Life can feel overwhelming and never-ending, like a book with too many pages.
But you don't really read, you just move your eyes
Sometimes you just go through the motions without really taking things in.
And all the weight that you carry will disappear
I want to help you let go of your burdens and troubles.
And I will willingly embrace your soul you lay ahead
I am here to support and love you, no matter what.
So come on home
Let's work together to overcome your struggles and find a better place to be.
Home
A place where you can feel safe, loved, and understood.
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Олександр Шматько
It's truly amazing. I'm not englishspeaking and have not clue what you're singing about. But it sounds pretty soulful and sincerely.
Errands
Google translate is an amazing tool
Ancalagon Ullr
*Types this in english*
Errands
amazes me how overlooked you are. you helped me through darkness I'll always be thankful for. I live in a little English seaside town so if you helped me I'm confident many others worldwide also. true musician.
Peyton Murphy
Bryce, I just want you to know you are an amazing person and that you have inspired me and many other people. I have poured all of my hate, love, happiness and feelings into you. When I'm alone I listen to you and I feel like I'm with a friend. Bryce you have great fans, don't lose them... Like you said "You Gotta Believe" <3
Stephanie
love this song. So relatable.
Aria Night
Lovely song.
Hollie Millholland
Sang this song in front of my high school in grade 12.
Xt1n3y
Every time I listen to this I feel some type of way..
lirazell
💚💚💚