The band played on the Vans Warped Tour in 2005 and had a short tour in Japan following the Japanese release of The Beginning of the End Again.
The Swellers self-released their first two EPs (Long And Hard in 2002, End of Discussion in 2003) and in 2005, The Beginning of the End Again was released on Search and Rescue Records (US) and Radtone Music (Japan). The band's debut full-length, entitled My Everest, was released June 5, 2007 on Search and Rescue Records.
Since then the band has been touring nonstop around the U.S. and Canada with bands like Less Than Jake, Streetlight Manifesto, A Wilhelm Scream, Polar Bear Club, Crime In Stereo, Set Your Goals, Four Year Strong, Broadway Calls, Living With Lions and Fireworks. They promoted Ups and Downsizing by opening for Paramore's Brand New Eyes tour. They later supported Motion City Soundtrack's My Dinosaur Life tour and played shows in Europe with Anti-Flag.
The Swellers completed a tour as an opening act for The Early November. During the tour they also played along with The Wonder Years and Young Statues.
Past members include Garrett Burgett, Lance Nelson, Nate lamberts, Nick Ondovcsik, and Brad Linden
They announced that they planned to split in 2015.
Since then Nick Diener has produced albums by Hot Mulligan and Much The Same. Jonathan Diener has played drums in No Trigger and leads the band Baggage.
By a Thread
The Swellers Lyrics
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A lot of things to hear from me
You'll never catch it all, as fast as you fall
You can't control everything.
Take it as it comes to you.
Just breathe
All you'll ever need will come to you in time.
You're hanging by a thread,
So when you come to me.
I promise there'll be better days to see.
Right now, you've got a lot to do.
Believe me, I believe in you.
You weren't born to fly but at least you try.
Don't be let down.
You're not invincible.
You're only human: it's all you know how to be.
You can't control everything.
Take it as it comes to you, just wait.
I haven't seen it all
It takes awhile to find ourselves.
All you'll ever need will come to you in time.
Keep waiting patiently (to fall in line).
You're hanging by a thread,
So when you come to me.
I promise there'll be better days to see.
You want to make a stand
To make the smallest change,
Or maybe save the world (I'll understand).
And if you need a hand
I just want you to know that you are not alone.
The Swellers's song "By A Thread" is a comforting and uplifting message for anyone feeling overwhelmed or struggling in their life journey. The song encourages the listener to slow down and take things as they come. It acknowledges that life can be difficult and unpredictable, but reminds us that patience will bring what we need in the right time. The line "You weren't born to fly but at least you try" recognizes the effort we put in despite our limitations, and encourages us to keep striving for our goals. The bridge of the song offers support to those who may feel alone in their struggles, reminding them that they are not alone and there are people who are willing to help.
The message of "By A Thread" is particularly relevant in today's fast-paced and often stressful world. Many people feel pressure to constantly achieve and be perfect, which can lead to burnout and feelings of inadequacy. The song encourages listeners to slow down and take things one step at a time, acknowledging that it is okay to not have everything figured out. The lyrics are honest and heartfelt, creating a sense of empathy and understanding for anyone who may be struggling.
Line by Line Meaning
Slow down, you've got a lot to see.
Take a step back and enjoy the journey because there are many things you will encounter in life.
A lot of things to hear from me
There is much advice one can give and stories to be told.
You'll never catch it all, as fast as you fall
Life is moving quickly and you may miss things as they pass you by.
You can't control everything.
There are things in life that you simply cannot control no matter how much you want to.
Take it as it comes to you.
Be patient and let life unfold naturally.
Just breathe
Relax and take it easy. Take a deep breath and let things fall into place.
All you'll ever need will come to you in time.
Be patient and trust that what you need will come to you when the time is right.
Keep waiting patiently (to fall in line).
Stay strong and wait for things to align with what you want.
You're hanging by a thread,
You are barely hanging on, on the edge of a dangerous precipice.
So when you come to me.
When you need help, advice or support, I am here for you.
I promise there'll be better days to see.
There is always hope for the future, and better times are on their way.
Right now, you've got a lot to do.
You are in a crucial point of your life right now and there is much to accomplish.
Believe me, I believe in you.
You are capable and strong and I have faith in you.
You weren't born to fly but at least you try.
You may not have all the natural talents in the world, but you make an effort regardless.
Don't be let down.
Do not be discouraged by failure - we all experience it.
You're not invincible.
You aren't immortal and you will inevitably face setbacks and challenges.
You're only human: it's all you know how to be.
Embrace your flaws and limitations - it is part of the human experience.
I haven't seen it all
Even I don't know everything there is to know about life.
It takes awhile to find ourselves.
It can take a long time and much introspection to truly understand ourselves.
You want to make a stand
You have the desire to make a difference in the world.
To make the smallest change,
Improving the world starts with making small changes and choices in everyday life.
Or maybe save the world (I'll understand).
You may have grandiose dreams to change the world, and I support you regardless.
And if you need a hand
If you need help or support, let me know.
I just want you to know that you are not alone.
You have support and companionship in your journey through life.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JONATHAN DIENER, JONATHAN ADAM DIENER, NICHOLAS BRIAN DIENER, NICK DIENER
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