Co-founders Sergio Otaegui and Christopher Pennings first crossed paths two years earlier, when both musicians were playing with different groups. Within two years, the two had left their former outfits and launched a new band, calling upon a rotating lineup of drummers and bassists to round out the band. Thieves and Villains signed with Victory Records in early 2008, released the debut album Movement several months later, and solidified their ranks with the addition of drummer Joseph Penna and bassist Chris Competiello. In late 2009, the four retreated to Otaegui’s parents’ basement to write material for a new album, which they recorded the following March and released in mid-2010 as South America. ~ Andrew Leahey
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Let Go
Thieves And Villains Lyrics
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In the opening lines of the song "Let Go" by Thieves And Villains, the singer reflects on their perception of themselves as someone who had avoided a particular person or situation. However, they soon realize that they are not immune from life's twists and turns and sees a different side of that person. This encounter shapes their worldview, and they acknowledge that they are not any different from anyone else. The singer emphasizes the importance of resilience and faith in oneself, given the fickleness of human relationships. They are willing to let go of everything and everyone they once knew.
The "sweet surrender" in the song is the realization that sometimes letting go is necessary to save oneself. The singer accepts the fact that they cannot change others' opinions or attitudes toward them, but what they can change is their own mindset. They prioritize themselves and look out for their own wellbeing. The song resonates with anyone who has experienced betrayal, abandonment, or struggle, and inspires them to find strength within themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
I thought I had a perfect run.
I believed I had avoided you completely and had a clean run until now.
I thought avoided you all.
I believed I had managed to stay away from you and the troubles you bring.
but who am I to think I'd be any different than anyone?
I realized that I am just like everyone else and I cannot escape the problems in life.
but you saw a different side and you are a part of why I've had some faith
You saw a different side of me and because of that, I regained some faith in life.
I've had some ties
I had some connections and relationships in my life.
I've let it get to me this time.
I allowed these connections and relationships to affect me and get to me emotionally.
Just let go of everything you know.
It is time to let go of everything that you thought you knew and start fresh.
of everyone you thought you knew
Let go of all the people you believed you knew well.
cause they've had their fun and washed their hands of me.
They have had their fun and are now distancing themselves from me, leaving me behind.
I'm thinking forward from now.
I am focusing on moving forward from this point on.
I'm looking out for only one of us
I am only looking out for myself now, putting my well-being first.
I can't believe the tides have changed so quick I'm left behind.
I am surprised at how quickly the situation has changed, leaving me feeling left behind.
the sweet surrender.
Giving up and surrendering can be a relief sometimes.
theres nothing better to believe when everyone turns and it's all on you to make it through the night
There is nothing better to believe in when everyone has turned their back on you and you have to rely on yourself to get through tough times.
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