Title Fight would release their first single, Flood of '72, in April of 2007 under SideOneDummy Records. Later they would release their first studio album, The Last Thing You Forget, in July of 2009 under Run For Cover Records. They would release their second studio album, Shed, in May of 2011. Their third studio album, Floral Green, would release the following September of 2012, once again utilizing SideOneDummy Records.
Ned Russin, the lead bassist, recalls in a 2015 interview: "When we did ‘Floral Green’ so close to ‘Shed’ it was just basically a logistics thing. After we finished ‘Shed’ we had some tours lined up and we had some stuff going on. We looked at it and said if we don’t do a record in whatever it was – May to June – then we won't be able to do it until next January, and then it won't be out for another six months after that. So we could either really bust our asses and make it straight away, or wait really long and play that game. We were so hyped from doing ‘Shed’ and touring we decided to take that. It worked out because it put a kind of interesting pressure on us."
In April of 2013, they released the single Face Ghost under Secret Voice and would proceed to release their first EP, Spring Songs, that November under Revelation Records.
The band decided to take their time with the production of their fourth studio album, Hyperview, allowing them to experiment with new ideas and implement deep reflection on the overall production of each song. This thought process is manifested in the unique sound Hyperview provided, being different from the overall sound the band had provided prior to this release. Ned states that the inspiration for Hyperview's sound was "all over the place", being influenced by sounds such as Morrisey, The Strokes, Neko Case, and more. Ned goes on to clarify, "We weren’t trying to rip something off, we weren’t trying to say here’s a band that we like, let’s sound just like them. We were saying these are bands we like in one sense or another, let’s reference interesting parts of that and try and bring it into our sound, using the general idea rather than copy the sound completely." Hyperview would release in February of 2015 under their final label, Anti- Records.
Hyperview would be the bands last release before entering an unannounced period of inactivity following their final show in 2018. More recently, in August of 2023, Ned Russin once again came forward in another interview in which he provided further insight on this period. Russin states; "We've never said 'hiatus,' we've never said 'broken up,' we've never said any of those words. These are words that have been put on us, but it's not anything we've ever said ourselves so, like, everything is a misconception."
He continues on to emphasize, "I get that 100-percent ‘yes’ or 100-percent ‘no’ is a thing people want to hear, but then also as soon as you give one of those answers, people start pestering you — like, 'Oh, what will it take for you to do this'— and that's also a thing I'm not interested in."
Ned recalls that during the duration of Title Fight's activity, each member was at a far different point in their life than they are currently. They were around the age of 19 years old, living at home with their parents and unsure if they could make their music pay the bills. "We kind of felt like we had a two-year window to figure out if we could make it work. It ended up becoming something that was sustainable, but we were well aware that it could be taken away at any minute." He explains, mentioning that- at the time- it was something that concerned all of them. "Ten years later, it’s not a thing I’m worried about now. I’m perfectly content with the choices that I’ve made and the choices I continue to make to play music and to live this kind of lifestyle."
Currently, Ned Russin has been active with his project Glitterer, which initially was a solo project, but more recently includes his brothers Ben and Alex Russin on drums and guitar, effectively creating a band.
Ben Russin is also the lead drummer for Citizen. Shane Moran has been working with artist Kenny Mason on his recent projects. As for Jamie Rhoden, he has kept a considerably low profile since the bands' period of inactivity began, even before then having expressed distaste in the overall structure of social media.
Anaconda Sniper
Title Fight Lyrics
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What's the point?
This is all so pointless.
Sorry I tried so hard.
Just next time that I see you,
just remind me not to act just like I care.
All those memories you killed.
You're just burning bridges you helped build.
I hope it brings you back to that one day.
All I have left to do is to just keep
reminding myself to forget about you.
The lyrics of "Anaconda Sniper" by Title Fight touch upon the theme of heartbreak and the difficulty of moving on. The singer reflects on their emotions and the futility of trying to fix something that is already broken. There's a sense of resignation and defeat in lines like "It's too late to fix this" and "This is all so pointless", as if the singer knows that their efforts are in vain. They express regret for caring too much, and ask to be reminded not to act that way again in the future.
The second half of the song shifts to the perspective of the person who caused the heartbreak, as the singer addresses them directly. The phrase "All those memories you killed" suggests that the relationship was once meaningful and cherished, but has now been destroyed. The line "You're just burning bridges you helped build" implies that the other person is actively sabotaging the connection between them, even though they played a role in creating it. Despite the pain they're feeling, the singer still holds onto hope that their words will somehow reach the other person and make them reconsider their actions.
Overall, "Anaconda Sniper" is a melancholy and introspective song that captures the complex emotions of a breakup. The lyrics are poignant and relatable for anyone who has experienced heartbreak, and the somber melodies of the music reinforce the mood of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
It's too late to fix this.
The situation has reached a point of no return and cannot be remedied.
What's the point?
Questioning the purpose or significance of continuing the relationship or trying to resolve the issue.
This is all so pointless.
Viewing the situation as futile or lacking in purpose or meaning.
Sorry I tried so hard.
Feeling regret or remorse for putting in effort to fix the situation.
Just next time that I see you,
When encountering the other person again in the future,
just remind me not to act just like I care.
Requesting the other person to avoid expecting care or concern from the singer, as it is no longer present.
All those memories you killed.
Acknowledging that the actions of the other person have effectively destroyed previously cherished memories and experiences.
You're just burning bridges you helped build.
Accusing the other person of ruining the relationship or connection that they themselves had played a part in creating.
And everything that I say,
Every statement made by the artist,
I hope it brings you back to that one day.
Intending for their words to invoke a memory or feeling of nostalgia within the other person.
All I have left to do is to just keep
The only remaining course of action for the singer is to,
reminding myself to forget about you.
Make a conscious effort to remove the other person from their thoughts and move on from the situation or relationship.
Contributed by Taylor S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@xazzholex
It's too late to fix this.
What's the point?
This is all so pointless.
Sorry I tried so hard.
Just next time that I see you,
just remind me not to act just like I care.
All those memories you killed.
You're just burning bridges you helped build.
And everything that I say,
I hope it brings you back to that one day.
All I have left to do is to just keep
reminding myself to forget about you.
@alejandrocaso3502
I'm 29 yo and this song pushed me through 2012-now as a father. Many reps, many long drives, handful of friends i showed these guys to. I love how in 2023 i can come here and tap back to the same bliss i had skateboarding to this.
@sw1_swtch
teach your kids to skate, like get them into it and skate with this playing
@danbmx445
This whole album was bringing a tear to my eye today. Haven't listened to it since 2014. So damn good
@conhuevos8927
The entire album is perfect but this song feels like it understands.
@filipmotocan1802
this is one of the best pieces in pop punk history
@sadpunkasd
I miss Title Fight :(
@jorgegalvan6630
This song goes hard af !!
@ItsBlakeYouHeard9
I love every title fight song
@angelicrybaby
all i have left to do is to keep reminding myself to forget about u
@antoniopizano9414
Miss these guys. One of the first songs i tried learning on guitar. Rock on Jamie \m/