Their first release, the critically acclaimed "A Better Place than I Have Been", was released in 2007 by One Percent Press. In 2008 they added John Umland on Guitar and released a self-titled EP on Whoa Oh records.
Thin Skin
Tin Armor Lyrics
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There's you but not enough to keep me waiting on the line.
On the other side of the dial, what are you waiting for me to say?
You've waited too long and now something has gone away.
There's truth enough for you to at least to admit we were friends.
But acting like you knew, why does that depend?
I've dropped the dime too many times
And if I had a nickel for every line you fed while I waited
And now I'm thin skinned.
But the long haul is brimming with adults
And we could be there too
Me and you and you.
But we shared common ground
And what's that worth to you.
Well I don't think you consider this at all.
But that's exactly what you do,
Why couldn't you for me to?
Why couldn't you?
And I know it's small to immortalize my feelings,
But darling I'm still reeling
And I think I have to option as much as you.
Yes I do.
But I don't want to.
On who do I rely?
On who do I rely?
Oh don't roll your eyes.
On who do I rely?
The opening lines "There's fruit but not enough to keep me hanging on the vine. There's you but not enough to keep me waiting on the line" suggest a feeling of dissatisfaction and a lack of fulfillment in a relationship. This is followed by the question "On the other side of the dial, what are you waiting for me to say?" indicating a sense of confusion and uncertainty on the part of the singer. The lines "You've waited too long and now something has gone away" suggest that there has been a disconnection or a falling out between the two parties.
The following lines "There's truth enough for you to at least to admit we were friends. But acting like you knew, why does that depend?" point to a sense of betrayal or a lack of honesty in the relationship. The singer seems to have dropped hints or shared information with the other person, but they have not reciprocated. The phrase "why does that depend?" suggests that there may have been ulterior motives at play.
The chorus "And now I'm thin-skinned but the long haul is brimming with adults, and we could be there too, me and you and you" suggests that the singer is feeling vulnerable and sensitive, but they believe that there is potential for a deeper, more mature relationship. The lines "But we shared common ground, and what's that worth to you? Well, I don't think you consider this at all. But that's exactly what you do, why couldn't you for me to? Why couldn't you?" indicate a sense of frustration with the other person's lack of effort and consideration.
Some possible interpretations of the song could be a commentary on the difficulties of communication and trust in relationships, the importance of reciprocity and honesty, and the struggle to maintain connections over time.
Line by Line Meaning
There's fruit but not enough to keep me hanging on the vine.
I don't have enough reasons to stay and invest in this situation anymore.
There's you but not enough to keep me waiting on the line.
Your presence alone isn't enough for me to stick around and wait for you any longer.
On the other side of the dial, what are you waiting for me to say?
I'm wondering what you expect from me or what you're hoping I'll do or say next.
You've waited too long and now something has gone away.
Your indecision and hesitation have caused something important to slip away or be lost.
There's truth enough for you to at least to admit we were friends.
You can acknowledge that we had a relationship of some kind, even if it wasn't what you wanted it to be.
But acting like you knew, why does that depend?
You're pretending to have known more than you did, but I don't understand why that matters or changes anything.
I've dropped the dime too many times
I've made too many efforts or sacrifices for this situation to work out, and now I'm hesitating to do it again.
And if I had a nickel for every line you fed while I waited
If I had received some kind of compensation or apology for every time you kept me waiting or deceived me, we would both be better off now.
We would both be much richer in the end.
Our relationship would be stronger and more fulfilling if we had been more honest and respectful toward each other.
And now I'm thin skinned.
I'm feeling emotionally sensitive or easily hurt by our interactions now, perhaps because I've been let down so many times before.
But the long haul is brimming with adults
Despite our current troubles, we could still make a mature and lasting connection in the future.
And we could be there too
We could experience that mature connection if we both put in the effort and are willing to change or compromise.
Me and you and you.
The three of us have the potential to work well together and make something meaningful, if we each do our part.
But we shared common ground
We had some things in common or some basic agreement or understanding, which could be the foundation for a stronger bond.
And what's that worth to you.
You should consider how valuable our commonalities and mutual goals really are, and whether they're worth fighting for.
Well I don't think you consider this at all.
I'm not sure you really appreciate what we could have together or what you're losing by being indifferent or resistant.
But that's exactly what you do,
You actively ignore or push away the potential for a deeper connection or greater intimacy, even if it's what you really want.
Why couldn't you for me to?
You should be willing to make some effort or show some empathy for my feelings if you really care about me or our relationship.
Why couldn't you?
I don't understand why you won't try a little harder to make things work or to understand where I'm coming from.
And I know it's small to immortalize my feelings,
I realize it may seem silly or insignificant to express my emotions so strongly, but they are still important to me and deserve to be acknowledged.
But darling I'm still reeling
I'm still recovering from the hurt and disappointment I've experienced in this relationship, and I need your support to heal.
And I think I have to option as much as you.
I believe I have the same right to make choices and stand up for myself as you do, and I won't let myself be treated unfairly or ignored anymore.
Yes I do.
I'm serious about asserting myself and making choices that are best for me, regardless of what you want or expect.
But I don't want to.
Despite my resolve, I'm still struggling to let go of my feelings for you and the hope that we can reconcile and find happiness together.
On who do I rely?
I'm feeling lost or uncertain about who I can depend on to support me or help me through this difficult time.
On who do I rely?
I'm repeating this question because I'm really struggling to figure out who I can turn to and who will be there for me when I need them.
Oh don't roll your eyes.
I'm asking this question seriously and sincerely, and I don't want you to dismiss or belittle my concerns or my search for help.
On who do I rely?
This question is still unresolved and very important to me, and I won't stop asking until I find an answer.
Contributed by Colin L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.