Thursday released their debut album, Waiting, in late 1999 with original guitarist Bill Henderson, who left the band in 2000 and was replaced by Steve Pedulla. The band gained popularity with the release of their second album, Full Collapse, in 2001, and released their third album and major label debut, War All the Time, in 2003, which reached number seven on the US Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. Thursday released their fourth album, A City by the Light Divided, in 2006, and two further albums, Common Existence and No Devolución, before announcing an indefinite hiatus in 2011. In a January 2013 interview, Geoff Rickly confirmed that the band had actually disbanded. However, the band announced a reunion in 2016. Their reunion would conclude with a performance at Saint Vitus in Brooklyn, NY in March 2019.
The band has been considered influential to the post-hardcore music scene in the 2000s, and is credited as one of the key bands to popularize the darker emo sound and screaming vocals which came to prominence at the time.
The Dream
Thursday Lyrics
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I've come from so, so far away
In such little time, I have gave,
My soul, my mind, I've tried so hard to find
Is this what I must do, to get by?
And I ask myself why?
I'll wait here
I'll find my way, or will you help me out this year?
Does she understand me?
Listen to what I say
Turning her back, on my dreams
Watching, waiting
You turn your back
I'll find my way home,
You turn your back
Turn your back on my dream,
So strong, so weak, we're stronger still
Is this what I must do?
This I, why?
I know
Why don't you write, why don't you call me,
I'll wait here
I'll find my way, or will you help me out this year?
In the song "The Dream" by Thursday, the singer reflects on his journey towards pursuing his dreams and the obstacles he has faced along the way. As he sits by himself, he contemplates the sacrifices he has made, giving his soul and mind in order to get closer to his goals. He questions whether this is what he must do in order to succeed, and asks himself why he even bothers pursuing his dreams in the first place.
The singer also addresses someone else, likely a loved one or friend, who seems to have turned their back on him and his aspirations. He pleads with them to write or call him and help him along the way, as he feels lost and alone in his pursuit of his dreams. He wonders if this person truly understands him and his passions, or if they have given up on him and his potential.
The lyrics of "The Dream" convey the struggle and sacrifice that often come with following one's dreams, as well as the importance of having support and encouragement from loved ones. The song captures the conflicting emotions of doubt, perseverance, and hope that arise in the pursuit of goals, making it a relatable and moving piece.
Line by Line Meaning
As I sit by myself,
Sitting alone, contemplating life
I've come from so, so far away
I've made it this far despite the challenges and obstacles I faced
In such little time, I have gave,
I have given so much in a short amount of time
My soul, my mind, I've tried so hard to find
I've searched for meaning and purpose in my life
Is this what I must do, to get by?
Is this the only way to survive?
And I ask myself why?
Questioning the purpose of it all
Why don't you write, why don't you call me,
Why aren't you reaching out, communicating with me?
I'll wait here
I'm willing to wait for you to reach out to me
I'll find my way, or will you help me out this year?
I'll either find my own way or will you be there to support me?
Does she understand me?
Does the person I'm referring to truly comprehend my struggles?
Listen to what I say
Pay attention to my thoughts and feelings
Turning her back, on my dreams
Feeling unsupported, like the person is turning their back on my aspirations
Watching, waiting
Waiting for a response or some kind of acknowledgement
You turn your back
You ignore me or reject my hopes and goals
I'll find my way home,
I'll eventually find my place in the world, even if it's not with this person
Turn your back on my dream,
Abandoning or dismissing my aspirations
So strong, so weak, we're stronger still
Despite the ups and downs, we still have strength and resilience
Is this what I must do?
Questioning if the struggles and sacrifices are worth it
This I, why?
Wondering why this is my reality
I know
Having a sense of understanding or acceptance
Contributed by Mila I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.