There for Tomorrow was a band from Orlando, Florida that com… Read Full Bio ↴2003 - 2014
There for Tomorrow was a band from Orlando, Florida that combines alternative rock/post-hardcore music with adrenaline filled lyrics. Featured members are Maika Maile (rhythm guitar/lead vocals), Christian Climer (lead guitar/backing vocals), Jay Enriquez (bass/backing vocals), and Chris Kamrada (drums). They were signed to Hopeless/Sub City Records until 2013 .
There for Tomorrow formed in 2003 at a time when all of its members were teenagers (although Christian Climer did not join the band until 2006). They were originally called The Kick Off, but changed their name after playing numerous local shows. The band's debut album Point of Origin was released on 30 April 2004. They began playing local radio station showcase concerts, which led to stints on the southeastern leg of the Vans Warped Tour in 2006 and 2007. After the tour, they met with James Paul Wisner (Underoath, Paramore), who produced their 2007 Pages EP, which attracted the attention of the alternative rock label Hopeless Records. He returned to produce their self titled EP, released on 5 August 2008, featuring the first single "No More Room to Breathe." Just over three months later, the band won the MTVU Woodie Award for breakout artist of the year, beating established acts such as All Time Low and We the Kings.
In February 2009, the band joined We the Kings with other bands on the Secret Valentine Tour. They also played on the 2009 Warped Tour. A Little Faster, There for Tomorrow's debut full-length album on Hopeless Records, was released on 9 June 2009.
Their third full-length studio album, The Verge, was released on June 28, 2011.
Their self released EP Nightscape was released on October 21, 2014.
The group is influenced by bands such as Jimmy Eat World, Blink-182, Third Eye Blind, and The Hives.
On November 19, the band posted a statement on Facebook, officially announcing the end of the band. They played their farewell shows during December 2014.
9 To 5
There for Tomorrow Lyrics
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You can see the reflection of the things you do in me
Out of way for you to tell them to give me the time of day
And still you live for free making disbelief
Of the fortune in my name
Did it feel just like it should?
Just to make sure your okay
Your honesty turned to a lie
When we became your 9 to 5
Out of sight for you to live and learn
You've got me thinking you're still sound asleep
Your best in written words, now they're down for all to see
Now you're way too tongue-in-cheek
to make the rest of them believe
Even the blind can see what you do to me
And the fortune in my name
Well, did it feel just like it should?
When you pushed us all away
Just to make sure your okay
Your honesty turned to a lie
When we became your 9 to 5
I won't go out of my way
To hear what you've got to say
We must be doing something right
When we became your 9 to 5
Did it do all the things that you thought it would do?
We're singing we're still alive
Will it do all the things that you thought it would do?
We're singing we're still alive
When you pushed us all away
Just to make sure your okay
Your honesty turned to a lie
When we became your 9 to 5
I won't go out of my way
To hear what you've got to say
We must be doing something right
When we became your 9 to 5
The opening lines of There for Tomorrow's song "9 to 5" are a poignant description of the feeling of being disconnected from oneself. The image of lies building up on a shelf suggests a person who is avoiding confronting their true emotions and instead resorting to dishonesty. The singer of the song seems to be in a position of influence over the person described, as they can "see the reflection of the things you do in me." The frustration in this relationship is palpable as the singer notes that despite their own achievements, the other person "still lives for free making disbelief of the fortune in my name."
The chorus drives home the sense of betrayal that the singer feels, as they describe how the other person "pushed us all away" and turned their "honesty into a lie" when they became their "9 to 5." The final lines of the song suggest that despite this hurt, the singer and their team are still pushing forward, still alive, and still doing something right.
Overall, "9 to 5" is a powerful reflection on the emotional toll of being in a relationship where one person is dishonest and out of touch with themselves, and the resilience it takes to push forward in the face of those challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Out of touch with yourself as the lies keep building on your shelf
You've lost touch with your true self as you continue to pile up lies and deceit.
You can see the reflection of the things you do in me
I've become a mirror for your actions and behaviors, reflecting everything you do onto myself.
Out of way for you to tell them to give me the time of day
It seems impossible for you to give me any sort of recognition or attention from others.
And still you live for free making disbelief
Despite your lack of effort and contribution, you still manage to live a life of comfort, much to our disbelief.
Of the fortune in my name
You're envious of the success and recognition I've gained through my hard work and dedication.
Did it feel just like it should?
Are you satisfied with the way things played out, as you expected them to?
When you pushed us all away
You distanced yourself from us intentionally, unwilling to let anyone get too close.
Just to make sure your okay
You prioritize your own well-being above everything else, even if it means hurting those closest to you.
Your honesty turned to a lie
You started out being truthful, but eventually resorted to telling lies to maintain your facade.
When we became your 9 to 5
Our relationship turned into just another obligation for you, like a job you go to every day from 9 to 5.
Out of sight for you to live and learn
You're blind to the lessons life is trying to teach you, choosing to ignore them instead of growing from them.
You've got me thinking you're still sound asleep
Your behavior and actions make it seem like you're still in a state of unawareness, as if you're sleepwalking through life.
Your best in written words, now they're down for all to see
Your only true talent lies in writing, and now everyone can see it for themselves.
Now you're way too tongue-in-cheek
You're being too sarcastic and insincere, making it hard for others to take you seriously.
to make the rest of them believe
You're trying to convince others of something that isn't true, and it's not working.
Even the blind can see what you do to me
Your negative impact on me is so evident, even to those who are blind to your true character.
Well, did it feel just like it should?
Were your actions and decisions really worth it in the end?
I won't go out of my way
I refuse to make an extra effort for someone who doesn't deserve it.
To hear what you've got to say
I don't want to waste my time listening to someone who is insincere and untrustworthy.
We must be doing something right
Despite your negative impact on us, we must be doing something right to have made it this far without your support.
Will it do all the things that you thought it would do?
Were your expectations for the outcome of your choices and actions realistic?
We're singing we're still alive
No matter what obstacles and challenges we face, we're still here and we're still fighting.
Contributed by Ian S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kirti Maini
I don't even think I could live without these 4 amazing angels...Love you Maika, Chris, Christian and Jay xx <3
NathanHuynh
TFT is definitely AMAZING. Great band. One of the best bands ever.
singmesoftkitty
i love their adrenaline-filled songs! :D makes me happy everyday!!
Whitney Deriso
i absolutely love you guys and the amazingly inspiring music you write (: you boys never disappoint <3
The Z
Oh, wow. Amazing! You guys are like my idols. I started pulling out time to play guitar and sing during the day as soon as i hear "Pages." Best of luck in the music world!! ~Alex
Monica Lindstrom
Yes, this song is awesome. I love it. I love There for Tomorrow. I'm obsessed with you guys(:
Guadalupe Mendoza
OMG!!!! this song is beyond amazing I LOVE IT!!!! another amazing song from these guys!!! I LOVE TFT!!!!!<3
Aqsa Pervaiz
this song is definitely amazing beyond belief. I bought it and I haven't been able to listening to it <3
Sarah Jennings
I love it!! Thank you soooooo much for releasing it!
Tora Rott
This is so awesome There is no words for it!!!!!!!! LOVE IT!!!