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.
Sympathy
Title Fight Lyrics
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All I ever wanted was to be interesting.
You said you don’t mind.
Lie to me one more time.
I’m boring, no fun at all.
I put my head right through the wall.
I try to make myself feel.
No luck this time.
I’ve led myself to believe the world has turned its back to me.
How’s that for comforting?
I just want to be interesting.
I’m sorry if you don’t see me as much as you deem necessary.
You say you care for your friends.
Did you lie or just pretend?
I never wanted sympathy, just wanted to be something.
I’ve led myself to believe the world has turned its back to me.
How’s that for comforting?
I just want to be interesting.
In Title Fight's song "Sympathy", the singer is expressing their desire to be interesting and to be seen as something more than what they perceive themselves to be. They are struggling with feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt, which is a theme that is common in many of the band's songs. Throughout the song, they are pleading with someone to listen to them and to understand their frustrations, but they are met with indifference and lies.
The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is trying their best to be interesting and engaging, but they feel like they are failing. They have put in effort to try and change their situation, but it hasn't been successful. The line "I try to make myself feel. No luck this time. Try again next year." shows their determination to improve, but also their recognition that success can be elusive.
The repetition of the lines "I’ve led myself to believe the world has turned its back to me. How’s that for comforting? I just want to be interesting." highlights the cyclical nature of their thoughts and how they feel stuck in a pattern of self-doubt. Ultimately, the song is about the struggle to find validation and acceptance, both from oneself and from others.
Line by Line Meaning
Can I tell you everything?
I want to confide in you and share all my thoughts and feelings.
All I ever wanted was to be interesting.
My biggest desire is to stand out and capture people's attention.
You said you don’t mind.
You claimed that my presence and company don't bother you.
Lie to me one more time.
I suspect that you're not being honest with me, so please deceive me again to make me feel better.
I’m boring, no fun at all.
I think that I'm dull and uninteresting, and I don't offer much in terms of amusement or entertainment.
I put my head right through the wall.
I react with frustration and anger to my lack of excitement, to the point of causing self-harm or destruction.
I try to make myself feel.
I attempt to create emotions and sensations for myself, but it's not easy or successful.
No luck this time.
My efforts to feel better or more interesting have failed, once again.
Try again next year.
I'll keep trying and hoping to improve or impress in the future, despite setbacks and disappointments.
I’ve led myself to believe the world has turned its back to me.
I have convinced myself that the world and people reject or ignore me, and I feel isolated and unwanted.
How’s that for comforting?
Sarcastically, I express my doubts about how reassuring or comforting this belief is.
I just want to be interesting.
My primary wish and goal is to stand out and be unique or captivating, even if it means feeling misunderstood or lonely at times.
I’m sorry if you don’t see me as much as you deem necessary.
I apologize if I don't meet your expectations and requirements for attention or interaction.
You say you care for your friends.
You claim that you have affection and concern for the people you know and love.
Did you lie or just pretend?
I question whether your statement about caring for others is sincere and honest, or just a facade to appear friendly or compassionate.
I never wanted sympathy, just wanted to be something.
I don't seek pity or compassion from others, but rather recognition and a sense of purpose or identity.
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@santiagocaballero5978
I don’t think I’ve ever resonated more with any other lyrics. Forever my favorite band
@That0PENMindedKiD
Classic freaking album
@chrissednek3537
yesss
@norrvideos
i've led myself to believe the world has turned its back on me
@Ryuk714
Can I tell you everything? All I ever wanted was to be interesting. You said you don't mind. lie to me one more time. I'm boring, no fun at all. I put my head right through the wall. I try to make myself feel. No luck this time. Try again next year. I've led myself to believe the world has turned its back to me.
@biacs676
the chorus of this song is simply addictive
@torriesmith8155
I just want to be interesting......
@Ryuk714
How's that for comforting? I just want to be interesting. I'm sorry if you don't see me as much as you deem necessary. You say you care for your friends. Did you lie or just pretend? I never wanted sympathy. I just wanted to be something. I've led myself to believe the world has turned its back to me. How's that for comforting? I just want to be interesting.
@Ohaigh
Reminds me of Hum - Double Dip
@plowes
the chorus is addicting