The Stolen is a Pop Punk band based out of suburban Old Bridge, NJ. The ban… Read Full Bio ↴The Stolen is a Pop Punk band based out of suburban Old Bridge, NJ. The band formed in early 2005 doing covers of their favorite songs up until 2008 when they started writing their own material. Over the past few years, the band has really made a name throughout the Northeast US headlining well known venues, touring up and down the coast, performing at high volume music festivals, and having shared the stage with notable artists such as The Offspring, Neon Trees, BrokeNCYDE (BreakSilence Records), Man Overboard, Patent Pending, Set it Off (Equal Vision), The Millionaires, Dead Sara, Catch 22, Allstar Weekend (formerly Allstar) and more! The band's music video for their latest single entitled "Aviation Plaza" has aired on Fuse TV's Fuse on Demand, 95.9wRAT FM New Jersey's largest rock radio station, as well as several other commercial as well as college and terrestrial stations across the US and Canada. The Stolen's energetic stage show and catchy choruses truely define what pop punk music is all about!

Empty
The Stolen Lyrics

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I was lost on the first day that I found you
We were cutting ties to make up for ourselves

But if you cut me off than I would be broken
(No-oh, you'd never do that to me)
But if you cut me off than I would be broken
(No-oh, you said that you'd never leave)

I was lost for the first time in forever
You were black and blue from all the things I said
Well I could be so predicatbale and
Just say I'm miserable but
It'd be deliberate to act like such a cynic
So you fall into my vulnerable ways

But if you cut me off than I would be broken
(No-oh, you'd never do that to me)
But if you cut me off than I would be broken
(No-oh, you said that you'd never leave)
But if you cut me off than I would be broken
(No-oh, you never do that to me)
But if you cut me off than I would be broken

(Guitar Solo)

But if you cut me off than I would be broken
(No-oh, you'd never do that to me)
But if you cut me off than I would be broken
(No-oh, you said that you'd never leave)
But if you cut me off than I would be broken
(No-oh, you'd never do that to me)
But if you cut me off than I would be broken

Well I could be so predicatbale and
Just say I'm miserable but
It'd be deliberate to act like such a cynic
So you fall into my vulnerable ways

But if you cut me off than I would be broken

(No-oh, you'd never do that to me)
But if you cut me off than I would be broken

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Stolen's song "Empty" depict a relationship that has caused confusion and vulnerability. The singer reveals that they were lost and unfulfilled until they found their significant other, but at the same time, they were trying to detach themselves from their past. However, the singer still feels some insecurity in the relationship and fears getting cut off by their partner. They express that if that were to happen, they would be left feeling broken and vulnerable.

The chorus repeats this sentiment four times, and it's clear that the singer is seeking some reassurance from their partner. The guitar solo gives an emotional break for the listener but still provides a sense of ambiguity that matches the tone of the lyrics. In the final verse, the singer considers that they could be more pessimistic and cynical, but they choose not to act on those feelings to remain open and vulnerable, lest their partner leave them.

Overall, "Empty" showcases the emotional turmoil of a relationship that is fragile yet meaningful. The fear of abandonment and emotional miscommunication is presented with a raw and vulnerable tone that allows the listeners to empathize with the singer's vulnerability.

Line by Line Meaning

I was lost on the first day that I found you
From the moment I met you, I was already wandering aimlessly without direction.

We were cutting ties to make up for ourselves
We were distancing ourselves from our past mistakes and trying to move on.

But if you cut me off than I would be broken (No-oh, you'd never do that to me) But if you cut me off than I would be broken (No-oh, you said that you'd never leave)
I am dependent on you and cannot function without you. I trust that you will never abandon me or end our relationship.

I was lost for the first time in forever You were black and blue from all the things I said
For the first time in a while, I felt lost and unsure. I hurt you with my words and actions.

Well I could be so predicatbale and Just say I'm miserable but It'd be deliberate to act like such a cynic So you fall into my vulnerable ways
I could easily express my misery and act pessimistic, but instead I choose to show my vulnerable side to you.

(Guitar Solo)
Instrumental break.

But if you cut me off than I would be broken (No-oh, you'd never do that to me) But if you cut me off than I would be broken (No-oh, you said that you'd never leave) But if you cut me off than I would be broken (No-oh, you'd never do that to me) But if you cut me off than I would be broken
Repeat of the chorus, emphasizing my dependence on you and trust in our relationship.

Well I could be so predicatbale and Just say I'm miserable but It'd be deliberate to act like such a cynic So you fall into my vulnerable ways
Repeat of previous verse.

But if you cut me off than I would be broken (No-oh, you'd never do that to me) But if you cut me off than I would be broken
Final repetition of the chorus, stressing the dire consequences of losing you and the faith I have in your loyalty.

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