Well-crafted southern rock with substance. Third Day's music mixes faith w… Read Full Bio ↴Well-crafted southern rock with substance. Third Day's music mixes faith with the pure energy of rock n' roll to give fans a non-watered down way to express their belief. Members: Mac Powell (vocals/guitar) , Mark Lee (guitar), Tai Anderson (bass) and David Carr (drums).

Early years

Third Day began in 1991, when singer Mac Powell and guitarist Mark Lee finished studying at McEachern High School in Powder Springs, Georgia. They had already played together in a garage band called Nuclear Hoedown, but now wanted to form a band where they could express their faith in God. Powell and Lee added a keyboard player named Billy Wilkins, and dedicated their time to write songs and perform around the state of Georgia.[1]

In 1992, they were playing at Lee's church the same night that drummer David Carr and bassist Tai Anderson were playing with a band called Bullard Family Singers. Their youth director asked the band to perform at their church. The group took along quickly and were invited to join the band.[2] The album that Carr produced would be released the next year under the title Long Time Forgotten.

In 1993, while dealing with their studies, the band started playing more aggressively around Atlanta and saved $3,000 to record a full-length album. Also, during this time, original member, Billy Wilkins, who was working as a school teacher, ended up leaving the band.[3] Still, Third Day continued to work on their first full-length album, recording at Furies Studios in Atlanta. The album was finally released in 1994 with 2,000 copies available.[4] In 1995, the band started looking for a second guitarist. They had heard Brad Avery play with singer Chris Carder and asked him to play with the band. After playing "Consuming Fire" during their first rehearsal, Avery officially joined the band.

As the band completed its line-up, they also started playing steadily around the South-east area. They also started playing at an Atlanta venue called the Strand Theatre. The management of the local decided to sign the band to a new independent record label called Gray Dot Records. That same year, the band released the album Third Day, which ended up selling 20,000 copies. Shortly after, Reunion Records signed the band to a multi-album deal.[5]

International Success

In 1998, the band started working on their next project titled Time under the production of Monroe James. They had compiled around 30 songs to choose from during the last year, and ended up choosing only ten. The album was also nominated for a Grammy and won another Dove Award for the band. Some of the other songs the band recorded, but were left out can be found in the EP Southern Tracks.[8] Also, during the band's live shows, the worship part was becoming more "powerful", which prompted them to release an album exclusively of worship songs, titled Offerings: A Worship Album. The album was recorded in about a week, and they followed it with a tour alongside Jennifer Knapp. They also collaborated in the project called City on a Hill: Songs of Worship and Praise.[9]

In 2001, the band played in Australia and New Zealand on the heels of the success of the Offerings album. They continued to tour in the States, and recorded one of their concerts in Atlanta to be released as their first DVD, The Offerings Experience. The concert was held at the Hi-Fi Buys Ampitheatre with an attendance of close to 15,000 people. That same year, the band won a total of five Dove Awards as well as their first Grammy. They followed that year with the release of Come Together which ended up winning two Dove Awards and one more Grammy. The album was certified gold the next year, along with Time.[10][11] In 2003, they also released a follow-up to their hit Offerings titled Offerings II: All I Have to Give.

The band appeared in the 2002 film "Joshua", the movie version of the Joseph Girzone novel of the same name. The Third Day song "My Hope is You" was included in the Joshua soundtrack album.
Recent Years

In 2004, the band released their next album, Wire, and toured the States with tobyMac and Warren Barfield. In June of the same year, the band traveled to Europe for a two-week tour. Upon returning, the band recorded a concert at Louisville which ended up as their next project, Live Wire, released later that year. During that year, they also collaborated on the soundtrack for Mel Gibson's film, The Passion of the Christ, they played at the Republican National Convention, and were featured in the show 60 Minutes.[12] In January 2007, the band played one night each in Melbourne, Brisbane, and Sydney, Australia.[13]

Their next album, Wherever You Are, debuted on the Billboard 200 at #8.[14] It also won the band their third Grammy. They have followed it with the holiday album, Christmas Offerings in 2006, and with a compilation of their hits titled Chronology in 2007. On February 28th, 2008, Third Day released a statement announcing Brad Avery's departure from the band after 13 years and over 1000 concerts.
Their best album to date entitled Revelation was released July 29, 2008.

Third Day released Miracle on November 6, 2012. The band toured Miracle on the Miracle Tour with artists Colton Dixon and Josh Wilson as their opening acts, commencing on February 21, 2013 in Fairfax, Virginia and concluding on May 19, 2014 in Orlando, Florida.

Third Day released the worship album Lead Us Back: Songs of Worship on March 3, 2015. The album, produced by the duo The Sound Kids, composed of Jonny Macintosh and JT Daly, peaked at No. 20 on the Billboard 200, No. 1 on the Christian Albums chart, No. 5 on the Top Rock Albums chart[27] and No. 13 on the Digital Albums chart. The album has had one single, "Soul on Fire", that spent 19 weeks on the Billboard charts, peaking at No. 2 on Hot Christian Songs and No. 3 on Christian Digital Songs.

ROCKSTAR
Third Day Lyrics

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I want to be a rock star
But, I ain't got what it takes
The drive and the determination
And the lucky breaks
I want to be a rock star
But, I ain't got the face
I want to be a rock star
But, I ain't got what it takes

Seeing my face up on the TV
Hearing my songs on the radio
People waiting all day in line to see me
Doing my pose for Rolling Stone

Well, it's alright, yeah it's alright
Living lifestyles of the rich and famous
Turning all heads in the music scene
Flying in my own jet plane to Vegas
Riding in a big black limousine

Well, it's alright, yeah it's alright
No, I ain't got nothing

But, to you I'm something
Something so much more

Overall Meaning

The Third Day’s song Rockstar is a fun and upbeat track that talks about the desire to be a rockstar, but realizing that it requires more than just talent. The lyrics describe the singer’s longing to be a rockstar, but also his acknowledgement that he isn’t cut out for the job. He does not have the drive, determination or luck needed to make it to the top, and he sure does not have the face for it. Despite this, he dreams of being a rockstar, seeing his face on the TV, his songs on the radio, and people waiting for hours to watch his performances. The idea of having a luxurious lifestyle and being in the spotlight seems appealing, riding in big cars, flying in private jets, and having people look up to you.

The chorus, “Well, it’s alright, yeah, it’s alright,” acknowledges his acceptance of his limitations and his contentment with being someone to his close ones. This is evident the line, “No, I ain't got nothing, but to you I'm something, something so much more” that suggests there are more important things beyond fame and popularity. Overall, the song is a reflection of how the desire for fame and fortune can be a temptation, but true fulfillment comes from something deeper and more meaningful.

Line by Line Meaning

I want to be a rock star
Expressing a desire to be a famous musician

But, I ain't got what it takes
Lacking the necessary skills and traits to become a rock star

The drive and the determination
Referring to the strong motivation and perseverance needed to succeed

And the lucky breaks
Additionally relying on a fair amount of fortunate events and opportunities

But, I ain't got the face
Feeling that having a good physical appearance is necessary for success in the industry

Seeing my face up on the TV
Imagining the excitement of having a public presence through television appearances

Hearing my songs on the radio
Envisioning songs being broadcasted over the airwaves and reaching a large audience

People waiting all day in line to see me
Describing the level of anticipation and admiration from fans

Doing my pose for Rolling Stone
Imagining being featured in the renowned music magazine and performing for a photoshoot

Well, it's alright, yeah it's alright
Feeling content and satisfied with the glamorous lifestyle of a rock star

Living lifestyles of the rich and famous
Enjoying the luxurious lifestyle and attention that comes with fame

Turning all heads in the music scene
Attracting attention and admiration from fellow musicians and industry professionals

Flying in my own jet plane to Vegas
Describing the extravagant travel arrangements that come with success

Riding in a big black limousine
Further emphasizing the luxurious lifestyle associated with being a rock star

No, I ain't got nothing
Acknowledging that there is nothing inherently special about oneself

But, to you I'm something
Despite personal doubts, recognizing that fans still see the performer as someone special and worthy of admiration

Something so much more
Possible feeling that the impact of their music and fame goes beyond personal satisfaction and extends to influence and inspire others

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHANG IL SOHN, GANG MIN LEE, JIN KYEONG KIM

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