In 2000, Thrice signed with Sub City Records and released two LP's. The first, Identity Crisis (2000), only received 1.5 stars in the AMG review and little buzz. The second, The Illusion of Safety (2002), was widely acclaimed and received attention from major record labels. Even though Thrice's music has always included metal influences, The Illusion of Safety contained a heavier metalcore sound. The album was recorded in Beltsville, Maryland and the track The Beltsville Crucible reflects this.
In 2003 Thrice signed up with Island Records and released The Artist in the Ambulance, which featured more metal oriented songs while keeping true to their hardcore influences. In 2005 a DVD outlining their entire career to date was released under the title If We Could Only See Us Now. It included a CD with live tracks from the Apple Store and various b-sides.
Thrice released their fourth full-length album, Vheissu, on October 18, 2005. The album was characterized by many critics as being experimentally different, using non-traditional Thrice elements in the process. From keyboard melodies ("For Miles") to Japanese music-box undertones ("Music Box") to chain gang chant choruses ("The Earth Will Shake"), Vheissu introduced a new sound to the band's post-hardcore roots. UK producer Steve Osborne, whose past credits include many Brit-pop hits, was sought by Thrice to gain a new perspective on the songwriting process, enabling the band to expand their musical influences and produce a different album. The album garnered widespread critical acclaim and peaked at #15 on the Billboard 200.
The band releasedRed Sky, an EP comprised of various b-sides as well as live recordings, shortly after Vheissu.
Thrice released the first and second volume of The Alchemy Index, a highly experimental project based on the four traditional elements (fire, water, earth, and air), on October 16th 2007. Over the summer Thrice parted ways with Island records and signed with Vagrant. The Alchemy Index Vols. I & II - Fire & Water was released on October 16, 2007, and sold 28,000 copies in its first week. The album consists of the first two volumes, Fire and Water, and features 12 songs, 6 on each disk. The third and fourth volumes, Air & Earth were released on April 15, 2008.
The "Fire" disc features the heavier post-hardcore sound traditional Thrice fans will quickly embrace, harking back to their pre-Vheissu albums. The "Water" disc, however, is comprised of ambient songs similar to those found in Vheissu, Thrice's previous album release. The "Air" disc brings a whole new element of electronic elements and delayed guitar riffs to Thrice's sound. In "Earth", much like Dustin Kensrue's solo album, "Please Come Home", Thrice introduces an indie-folk sound combining intricate piano and acoustic guitar.
Thrice's sixth studio album Beggars was released digitally through Vagrant Records in the UK on August 9, 2009 and in the US on August 11 with a physical release containing bonus material pencilled in for September 15. These dates deviate from the original proposed release date of October 13 because of a leak via Vagrant Records web player, which has meant the artwork for the album has also changed. The first single to be taken from the album is All the World Is Mad and was first made available through Guitar Hero: World Tour on July 23.
Dustin Kensrue has described the album as being "more visceral and more raw - both in the songwriting and in the overall sound. It moves with a different energy than any of our past records. It was born out of us playing together in a room, almost as a backlash to the giant headgame that was The Alchemy Index" and has been well received critically.
The seventh studio album Major/Minor came out on September 20, 2011 through Vagrant Records. Yellow Belly, Promises and a few other songs were made available for the listeners to stream online before the release date. The album received extremely positive reviews from many online websites. Alex Djaferis of Absolutepunk.net gave Major/Minor a rating of 95%. Tracks like Promises and Listen Through Me reflected a natural progression from the sound Thrice created in Beggars, which was widely appreciated by the early listeners.
Thrice decided to take a break from being a full time band on November 21, 2011. In late spring/early summer Thrice announced the 'Farewell' tour for the spring/summer of 2012 , which would be the bands final tour before going into an indefinite hiatus.
In early 2015 it was announced that the band intends to release new music and tour again. Announcements were done via the bands website http://www.thrice.net/ and social media outlets with an accompanying picture with "Thrice 2015" text.
Stand and Feel Your Worth
Thrice Lyrics
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Kneel and know the word that can save us all
Come to die
We are fuel and fire both, we are water
Wed with wine and ghost
We are wrought with breath and dirt, washed in second sight
Woven through the earth, wreathed in rings of light
We will wield a second birth, whet our wits and knives
Wrap our knees in earth, wrap ourselves in light
Wake, we will weigh and drink this cup, we will burn
But we will not burn up
Wake, feel your worth, o my soul
Speak the word, the word that can save us all
Awed by grace, I fall on my face
And scream the word that can save us all
The lyrics of Thrice's "Stand And Feel Your Worth" are deeply spiritual and speak to a sense of purpose and self-discovery. The opening line implores the listener to "wake, stand and feel your worth." This suggests that the singer believes in the inherent value of every individual and wants them to recognize it within themselves. The following line, "kneel and know the word that can save us all," is a call to humility and acknowledgement of a higher power that can offer salvation.
The next two lines offer a more abstract description of the human experience: "We are fuel and fire both, we are water / Wed with wine and ghost." These lines suggest that we are complex and multifaceted beings, made up of various elements and spiritual energies. The following lines describe a sense of spiritual purification: "We are wrought with breath and dirt, washed in second sight / Woven through the earth, wreathed in rings of light." These lines suggest that the singer believes in a kind of spiritual rebirth or rejuvenation that cleanses us of our earthly impurities.
The final lines of the song bring the listener back to the present moment and offer a sense of hope and perspective: "Awed by grace, I fall on my face / And scream the word that can save us all." This suggests that the singer has experienced a moment of revelation or transcendence that has given them a renewed sense of purpose and direction.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake, stand and feel your worth, o my soul
Arise and recognize your value and purpose, oh my inner being
Kneel and know the word that can save us all
Humble yourself and understand the truth that has the power to rescue us
Come to die
Approach your own end
We are fuel and fire both, we are water
We are both the source and the consuming force, we are adaptable and necessary
Wed with wine and ghost
United with celebration and the spiritual realm
We are wrought with breath and dirt, washed in second sight
We are crafted with life and earthiness, cleansed with divine vision
Woven through the earth, wreathed in rings of light
Intertwined throughout creation, encircled by radiance
We will wield a second birth, whet our wits and knives
We will possess a new life, sharpen our minds and preparations
Wrap our knees in earth, wrap ourselves in light
Embrace our physicality, envelop ourselves in illumination
Wake, we will weigh and drink this cup, we will burn
Rouse, we will ponder and consume this experience, we will ignite
But we will not burn up
Yet we will not be destroyed
Wake, feel your worth, o my soul
Stir, experience the value of your essence, oh my inner being
Speak the word, the word that can save us all
Proclaim the truth, the truth that has the power to rescue us
Awed by grace, I fall on my face
Overwhelmed by undeserved favor, I humble myself
And scream the word that can save us all
And shout the truth that has the power to rescue us
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DUSTIN MICHAEL KENSRUE, EDWARD CARRINGTON BRECKENRIDGE, JAMES RILEY BRECKENRIDGE, TEPPEI TERANISHI
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Juanito
Wake, stand and feel your worth, o my soul
Kneel and know the word that can save us all
Come to die
We are fuel and fire both, we are water
Wed with wine and ghost
We are wrought with breath and dirt, washed in second sight
Woven through the earth, wreathed in rings of light
We will wield a second birth, whet our wits and knives
Wrap our knees in earth, wrap ourselves in light
Wake, we will weigh and drink this cup, we will burn
But we will not burn up
Wake, feel your worth, o my soul
Speak the word, the word that can save us all
Awed by grace, I fall on my face
And scream the word that can save us all
Jacob Ho
Before he died, a father said to his son; “Here is a watch that your grandfather gave me. It is almost 200 years old. Before I give it to you, go to the jewelry store downtown. Tell them that I want to sell it, and see how much they offer you."
The son went to the jewelry store, came back to his father, and said; "They offered $150.00 because it's so old."
The father said; “Go to the pawnshop."
The son went to the pawnshop, came back to his father, and said; "The pawnshop offered $10.00 because it looks so worn."
The father asked his son to go to the museum and show them the watch.
He went to the museum, came back, and said to his father; “The curator offered $500,000.00 for this very rare piece to be included in their precious antique collections."
The father said; “I wanted to let you know that the right place values you in the right way. Don't find yourself in the wrong place and get angry if you are not valued. Those that know your value are those who appreciate you, don't stay in a place where nobody sees your value."
Know your worth!
A. W. Mosley
Luke Concienne
Wake, stand and feel your worth, o my soul
Kneel and know the word that can save us all
Come to die
We are fuel and fire both, we are water
Wed with wine and ghost
We are wrought with breath and dirt, washed in second sight
Woven through the earth, wreathed in rings of light
We will wield a second birth, whet our wits and knives
Wrap our knees in earth, wrap ourselves in light
Wake, we will weigh and drink this cup, we will burn
But we will not burn up
Wake, feel your worth, o my soul
Speak the word, the word that can save us all
Awed by grace, I fall on my face
And scream the word that can save us all
Patrick Damacet
God what Have i missed? I discovered this band 3 days ago and I'm in love with this album.
Robert Lopez
It’s a very good album, I looked over it back when I was a young college student and the “illusion of safety” was still absolute fire. No one, at the time saw how much of a stroke of genius this record was. In retrospect, thrice was really nice.
Rich Nixdorf
You missed alot. ❤. Listen to all the albums in order. And look up certain words you you may not be familiar with and look out be careful they end up leading to books.
Rick Says
Have you ever picked up a novel that you couldn’t stop reading for days? This band is the equivalent of that moment.
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The Receiving End of Sirens
Rob Michael
Album is legendary. One of my favorites of all time. The depth, sound, lyrics and overall substance imo is incredible.
Richanda Killscrow
I came across this band and really listened to almost every album. They have forever changed my life. I'm at a point in life where I'm starting to question my self worth, longing for a purpose, and self discovery so to say. I'm so thankful for Thrice as a band and for them individually as people. Without them who knows where my head would be. <3
sean lohr
Really listen to the words it's great
sean lohr
My favorite band that has a message.
Jason Daaayum
Oppppphhh! You lucky girl - best rock band out there in the last 20 years