The band was originally named NC17 but had to change their name due to some dispute with a US band of the same name. The original drummer was Morris Palter (from inception to 1997) who is now a reknowned percussionist and assistant professor of music.
The band released 5 studio albums in their time, but Greig Nori disbanded Treble Charger in 2006, ending its 14 year existence.
Greig Nori continues to work for Bunk Rock Entertainment as the manager/producer of Canadian Rock Band Sum 41.
Bill Priddle is involved with many projects post-Treble Charger, working with Broken Social Scene and Don Vail as well as releasing an album of solo material as The Priddle Concern
Trevor MacGregor was the drummer during what was the last 9 years of Treble Charger, thus making him the longest drummer to stay with them. He is now currently the drummer of Four Square.
On January 20, 2012, it was confirmed that the band will reunite (without Martin and MacGregor).
Fade
Treble Charger Lyrics
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Stay away from me
It's easier than what you
Heard and what you see
I've been counting and what I keep
Isn't what you need, knowing what you need
Building sure-fire hearts into life-like ones
I can't complain, explain it's hard to be that way
I can be that way
I can't believe it's up to me to fade that way
I can fade that way
Reminding me I cannot stay
I think it's strange that you
Could change your mind for me
I only bought your line
Of thought that I could see
You've been counting on what I keep
Isn't what you need, knowing what you need
Building sure-fire hearts into life-like ones
Reminding me I can't stay alone
I don't know what you mean
I know I've finally worked it out
I can be that way, I can be that way
I know I've asked is this all true
I can fade that way, I can fade that way
The song "Fade" by Treble Charger is a reflective and emotional piece about a strained relationship. The lyrics suggest that the singer is aware of a way the other person can stay away from them, and that it might be easier than they think. The next lines express the singer's frustration, saying that what they are holding onto or keeping may not be what the other person needs. The phrase "building sure-fire hearts into life-like ones" could suggest that the singer may be trying too hard to create something that can never fully be real. It could also refer to the idea of people creating facades or putting on emotional masks to appear a certain way.
In the second verse, the singer notes the strangeness of someone changing their mind for them, and that it seems they fell for what the singer had shown them. The lines "reminding me I can't stay alone, I don't know what you mean" suggest that the singer is feeling lost and unsure, perhaps feeling as though they can't continue to hold onto this relationship.
The chorus appears twice, and highlights the inner struggle the singer is facing. They admit that they can be "that way", meaning perhaps cold or distant, but that fading away might be easier. The final lines suggest that the singer may be questioning the reality of the situation, unsure if what they have is true or not. The song ends on this note, leaving the listener to contemplate what might happen next.
Overall, the song seems to touch on themes of disconnection, the struggle to hold onto something that may not be real or healthy, and the pain of letting go.
Line by Line Meaning
I know a way that you can
I have a solution for keeping distance from me
Stay away from me
Maintain a safe distance from me
It's easier than what you
My solution is simpler than what you think
Heard and what you see
Don't be fooled by what you have heard or seen
I've been counting and what I keep
I have been keeping track of my actions
Isn't what you need, knowing what you need
But it may not be what you actually need
Building sure-fire hearts into life-like ones
I have been trying to create something that appears real but is artificial
I can't complain, explain it's hard to be that way
I cannot make excuses; it's difficult to be aloof
I can be that way
However, I can still be distant
I can't believe it's up to me to fade that way
I find it surprising that the responsibility of distancing myself is mine
I can fade that way
Yet, I can still fade away
Reminding me I cannot stay
I am reminded that I cannot stay close
I think it's strange that you
It strikes me as odd that you
Could change your mind for me
Would change your mind based on my actions
I only bought your line
I only believed what you told me
Of thought that I could see
Regarding your mindset that I thought I understood
Reminding me I can't stay alone
I am reminded that I cannot be alone for too long
I don't know what you mean
I am unsure of what you are trying to say
I know I've finally worked it out
I have finally found a solution for our distance problem
I know I've asked is this all true
I have been unsure if my solution will work or not
I can fade that way, I can fade that way
However, I can still distance myself
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: DARREN MICHAEL J BLACKLOCK, LUKE CANTY, WILLIAM TOBY MARTIN, PAUL ANTHONY MURPHY
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