Theory of a Deadman (or Theory for short) is a rock band from North Delta, … Read Full Bio ↴Theory of a Deadman (or Theory for short) is a rock band from North Delta, British Columbia, Canada, formed in 2001, signed by Nickelback vocalist Chad Kroeger to 604 Records, after lead singer Tyler Connolly gave Kroeger a demo tape. The band also includes traits of other music styles, such as country, metal and more acoustic elements. Theory has released six studio albums and three #1 hits on the Mainstream Rock Chart. The band scored the entire soundtrack for the video game, "Indigo Prophecy" / "Fahrenheit".

Theory of a Deadman's fourth studio album, The Truth Is.. was released on July 12, 2011. The Truth Is... (I Lied About Everything) Songfacts reports it was inspired by the divorce that Tyler Connolly went through in 2010.

Current bandmembers:
Tyler Connolly – lead vocals, lead guitar (2001–present)
Dave Brenner – rhythm guitar (2001–present)
Dean Back – bass (2001–present)
Joey Dandeneau – drums (2009–present)

Former members
Tim Hart – drums (2001–2004)
Brent Fitz – drums (2004–2007)
Robin Diaz – drums (2007–2009)

Discography
Theory of a Deadman (2002)
Gasoline (2005)
Scars & Souvenirs (2008)
The Truth Is.. (2011)
Savages (2014)
Wake Up Call (2017)
Say Nothing (2020)

Point To Prove
Theory of a Deadman Lyrics

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The country's gone to hell
But believe me I didn't do it
You left me all alone
And now they call me stupid

Didn't think it would take this long
To see the things that you've been doing
Didn't think I could wait this long

To make the point that you've been proving

Just when you think you've found a friend
That's when they call you stupid
Just when you think that life is dull
That's when they call you pathetic

Didn't think it would take this long
To see the things that you've been doing
Didn't think I could wait this long
To make the point that you've been proving
Didn't think it would take this long
To see the things that you've been doing
Didn't think I could wait this long
To make the point that you've been proving

I wish we all could make it
I wish we all could make it
I wish we all could make it
I wish we al could try, try, try

Didn't think it would take this long
To see the things that you've been doing
Didn't think I could wait this long
To make the point that you've been proving
Didn't think it would take this long
To see the things that you've been doing
Didn't think I could wait this long
To make the point that you've been proving

The point that you've been proving
The point that you've been proving

Overall Meaning

In Theory of a Deadman’s song “Point to Prove,” the singer expresses frustration about being left alone while things have gone wrong and society has been falling apart. He finds it unfair that he is being blamed for something that he did not do, and the people he once thought were his friends are now calling him stupid and pathetic. The lyrics emphasize the theme of betrayal and disillusionment as the singer realizes he has been deceived all along.

The chorus repeats the phrases “Didn’t think it would take this long to see the things that you’ve been doing” and “Didn’t think I could wait this long to make the point that you’ve been proving.” These lines suggest that the singer has been observing the deceitful behavior of those around him for some time but is now ready to expose them and make his point known. The last verse ends with the lines, “I wish we all could make it, I wish we all could try, try, try,” which suggest a desire for unity and cooperation to overcome the problems they face.

The lyrics of “Point to Prove” are relatable to anyone who has experienced being blamed for something they did not do or feeling betrayed by those they trusted. The song also reflects the band’s desire for social change and a call for people to come together to overcome their differences and support each other.

Line by Line Meaning

The country's gone to hell
The current state of affairs in the country is terrible

But believe me I didn't do it
I am not responsible for the current state of affairs in the country

You left me all alone
You abandoned me when I needed you

And now they call me stupid
Now people are insulting and belittling me

Didn't think it would take this long
I didn't expect it to take so much time

To see the things that you've been doing
To finally understand the actions that you have taken

Just when you think you've found a friend
Right when you believe you have found a true companion

That's when they call you stupid
That's when they insult and mock you

Just when you think that life is dull
Just when life starts to feel monotonous and uneventful

That's when they call you pathetic
That's when they label you as weak and worthless

I wish we all could make it
I wish everyone could succeed

I wish we al could try, try, try
I wish everyone could give their best effort and not give up

The point that you've been proving
The idea that you have been demonstrating or illustrating

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TYLER PATRICK CONNOLLY, DEAN HENNING BACK, DAVID J. BRENNER, TIMOTHY R. HART, CHAD ROBERT KROEGER

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