Members Joel… Read Full Bio ↴This Century is a pop/rock band from Phoenix, Arizona.
Members Joel Kanitz (Vocals)
Sean Silverman (Guitar)
Ryan Gose (Drums)
Past Members: Alex Silverman
Forming back in 2007, This Century have quickly become one of the more exciting pop/rock bands to enter the scene. With their first LP release on Action Theory/Warner Bros. entitled “Sound Of Fire”, the band solidified their spot amongst the top tier of the pop/rock circuit. Soon after the release, AP Magazine named the them as one of the “100 Bands You Need To Know for 2011”. Their unique combination of anthemic pop and die hard grassroots fan base has led them to extensive tour dates with the likes of Good Charlotte, The Maine, The Ready Set, Breathe Carolina, Hey Monday and many others.
The band has recently teamed up with producer Colby Wedgeworth (The Maine) to work on music for their upcoming second LP that is yet to be released. ”We’re always trying to push the limits of what a pop band can be and we feel that we strive to top ourselves each time around.” says guitarist Sean Silverman about the upcoming release. The band is gearing up for a busy year that kick-starts with their brand new single. The song is an upbeat tour de force of pop that frontman Joel Kanitz calls ”the perfect summer anthem with a larger than life sound.”
This Century has most recently seen a large rise in popularity in Southeast Asia, where their songs “Sound of Fire” and “Everywhere, Everything” have both reached #1 on top 40 radio formats and continue to receive consistent radio attention. Plans for 2012 will include a run of international dates in support of their recent success. “We really feel like we’re developing something special internationally, something completely organic and new.” says bassist Alex Silverman, “There’s an excitement surrounding it that makes you eager to find out where our amazing fans are going to take the band next.”
Discography:
2007 EP
Look What We Made EP
No Way Out Digital Sampler
To Love and Back EP
Hopeful Romantic Sampler
Sound of Fire single
Sound of Fire
Kiss Me Like It's Christmas (acoustic) single
Acoustics EP
Bleach Blonde single
Someone For Everyone (ft. Austin Gibbs) single
Skeletons single
Slow Dance Night single
Biography of Heartbreak
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Sound Of Fire
This Century Lyrics
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We were almost make-belief, innocent and nervous
And you became a drug (hey)
And I can't get enough
You are the sound of fire burnin' up the night
And I can't hold a beat to save my life,
So I don't wanna dance alone
Into your arms, when time was still and nothing mattered
You can take my heart and break it and shake it,
Leave me, forsake it, and I just want it badder
And you became love (hey)
And I can't get enough
You are the sound of fire burnin' up the night
And I can't hold a beat to save my life,
You are the sound of fire keepin' me alive
And I need you to need me to survive
And I don't want anybody else
If I could have you to myself
All to myself
I don't wanna dance alone
You are the sound of fire burnin' up the night
And I can't hold a beat to save my life,
You are the sound of fire keepin' me alive
And I need you to need me to survive
(I don't wanna dance alone)
I don't wanna dance alone
Hey!
Hey!
The lyrics of This Century's song Sound Of Fire describes a young love experience. The singer reminisces about being seventeen and inexperienced while his love interest is described as pink and perfect. Their relationship was almost make-belief and innocent, and they were both nervous. The singer describes his love interest as becoming a drug, and he can't get enough, which implies that he is addicted to her. The song's title Sound Of Fire is a metaphor for the intensity of his emotions.
The singer goes on to describe how his love interest became love, and he can't get enough of it. He compares her to the sound of fire, which is burning up the night, and keeping him alive. He needs her to survive, which emphasizes the depth of his emotional attachment. The singer confesses that he doesn't want anyone else, and he wants his love interest all to himself. The song title Sound Of Fire is a reflection of the passion and intensity that fuels their relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I was seventeen and stupid, she was pink and perfect
At a young age, I was naive and inexperienced. She, on the other hand, was flawless and untainted.
We were almost make-belief, innocent and nervous
Our relationship was almost too good to be true. We were pure and unsure of ourselves.
And you became a drug (hey)
And I can't get enough
You became an addiction to me, and I can't get enough of you.
You are the sound of fire burnin' up the night
And I can't hold a beat to save my life,
So I don't wanna dance alone
I don't wanna dance alone
Your passion and energy are what make me feel alive. I am not confident enough to dance, so I would rather have you with me than dance alone.
Into your arms, when time was still and nothing mattered
You can take my heart and break it and shake it,
Leave me, forsake it, and I just want it badder
And you became love (hey)
And I can't get enough
When I'm with you, time becomes irrelevant, and the world fades away. Even if you break my heart, I'll still want more from you. You became love to me, and I cannot get enough of that feeling.
You are the sound of fire burnin' up the night
And I can't hold a beat to save my life,
You are the sound of fire keepin' me alive
And I need you to need me to survive
You are the driving force in my life, and I cannot keep up with your energy. You are what's keeping me alive, and I need you to need me as much as I need you to survive.
And I don't want anybody else
If I could have you to myself
All to myself
I don't wanna dance alone
I don't want anyone else but you, and if I could, I would have you all to myself. I don't want to dance alone because being with you is better than being alone.
(I don't wanna dance alone)
I don't wanna dance alone
Hey!
Hey!
Repeating that I don't want to dance alone because being with you is my priority, and I need you in my life.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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Dan Dimaguiba
It's been 8 years since I've seen these guys in a concert. It was the happiest day of my life. Thank you for everything!!!
redheadpower1
Joel is such an amazing singer! One time I was at his house for the Super Bowl and just the sound of his voice made me shake (: He's truly talented!
Shaina
I can't believe it's been four years since this song came out! This was also the time I was lucky enough to have them perform for my birthday! omg these guys still have my heart <3
8PKimberly
This Century= Love <3 All of the boys in the band and the music they make is beautifulllll . I wish more people would realize how amazing they are :x
Micha Tolentino
this band is awesome! need i say more?! i just hope you guys get your big break! one of my most fave bands!!!!!
Shelby
This song is so perfect and I'm totally in love with this song. Pure beauty. :)
Angela Greene
I've had this song stuck in my head for the past few days! I love it more than anything else.
Mandy Cole
Joel is such an awesome guy :) He and I went to school together... I'm happy to see how far he's gotten!
Felipe Felice
eu gostei muito da musica, eles deviam ter mais fama entre a midia :D
Rick Kanitz
Amazing song once again! Joel, mom and I are so proud of you and the band!!! Love, Dad