Members
Current members
* Doug Moore - Vocals (1999-)
* Sean Garden - Drums (1999-)
* Chris Bandusky - Guitar (2006-)
* James Cawley - Guitar (2006-)
* Jonathan Kingsley - Bass (2006-)
Former members
* Dave Bowers - Vocals (1999-2005)
* Tracy Thorstad - Guitar (1999-2005)
* Steve Faulkner - Bass (1999-2005)
* Danny 'DBX' Marquez - Turntables (1999-2005)
* Jeremy Vukeles - Bass {2005-2006}
* Mike Pipgras - Guitar (2005-2006}
* Mike Gladkin - Guitar/Backup Vocals {2005-2006}
Discography
Albums
* Black Seas and Brown Trees [demo] (1999)
* Trik Turner (2002, RCA Records) US: #98
* Naming the Unidentified (2005, Metal Action)
Singles
* "Friends and Family" (2002) Alt: #7
* "Sacrifice" (2002) Alt: #35
Steps
Trik Turner Lyrics
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Help me find a way
Or a good reason to get up out of this bed
It seems no matter what I do or how much I make
It's never good enough.
To face the same problems, the same debts,
Sometimes even adds more stress.
And I don't know who claimed this a simple life
People just don't seem real
Cause no matter what I do or how much I
Make it's never good enough.
Pre-Chorus:
Working takes up so much time
It eats your life away
It's hard to hold on to what I
Have cause I keep finding myself
Chorus:
Five steps forward
Ten steps back
Tryin' to get ahead
But keep fallin' off track.
Running around
And around again
(Repeat chorus)
Verse 2:
To pickup where you left off
Is all you have to look forward
To each day
How do you get ahead
When you're behind and the hole
You've dug gets deeper
Just to quit tryin is such a cop out
I couldn't cheat myself
And I don't Who claimed this a simple life
All the money I make
Barely gets me by but I keep hanging on
Cause no matter what I do or how much I
Make it's never good enough
Pre-Chorus:
Working takes up so much time
It eats your life away
It's hard to hold on to what I
Have cause I keep finding myself
Chorus:
Five steps forward
Ten steps back
Tryin' to get ahead
But keep fallin' off track.
Running around
And around again
(Repeat chorus)
Bridge: All the money I make
Barely gets me by. All the money
I make is never good enough.
Pre-Chorus:
Working takes up so much time
It eats your life away
It's hard to hold on to what I
Have cause I keep finding myself
Chorus:
Five steps forward
Ten steps back
Tryin' to get ahead
But keep fallin' off track.
Running around
And around again
(Repeat chorus)
The Trik Turner song "Steps" is a reflection on the struggles of the working class. The lyrics speak to those who feel stuck in a rut, their daily struggles monopolizing their time and mental space. The singer expresses frustration with their financial situation and the feeling that, no matter how hard they work, they never seem to get ahead.
The opening verse begins with a plea for help or motivation to get out of bed, insinuating a feeling of hopelessness. The singer refers to their daily problems and debts, which increase rather than decrease over time, leaving them feeling overwhelmed. The mention of walking in their shoes and seeing through their eyes suggests a lack of empathy or understanding from those around them. The chorus reinforces this feeling, as the singer describes feeling like they are running in circles, unable to make progress despite their efforts.
The bridge reinforces the singer's feeling of financial insecurity, as they describe barely getting by on the money they make. They reiterate that their efforts are never enough, adding to the mounting stress that seems never-ending.
Overall, "Steps" is a relatable song for anyone who has felt stuck or underappreciated in their job or finances. The lyrics paint a picture of struggle and frustration but also demonstrate a determination to keep trying, no matter how many steps back they may take.
Line by Line Meaning
Help me find a way
I need guidance to overcome my struggles.
Or a good reason to get up out of this bed
I'm stuck in a rut and lack motivation to move forward.
It seems no matter what I do or how much I make
My efforts and income are never sufficient for my needs.
It's never good enough.
My best is never satisfactory.
To face the same problems, the same debts,
I endure the same issues and owe the same creditors.
Sometimes even adds more stress.
It exacerbates my worries and anxiety.
And I don't know who claimed this a simple life
The notion that life is easy is unfounded.
Try to walk in my shoes, see through my eyes.
Empathize with me to understand my perspective.
People just don't seem real
I'm disillusioned by the facade others present.
Cause no matter what I do or how much I
Make it's never good enough.
I repeatedly fail to meet my own expectations.
Working takes up so much time
It eats your life away
Employment consumes my existence.
It's hard to hold on to what I
Have cause I keep finding myself
I struggle to retain my assets due to unforeseen setbacks.
Five steps forward
Ten steps back
Tryin' to get ahead
But keep fallin' off track.
Despite my efforts, I always end up behind again.
Running around
And around again
I'm caught in a cycle of repetition and frustration.
To pickup where you left off
Is all you have to look forward
To each day
My daily goals are merely to resume where I left off.
How do you get ahead
When you're behind and the hole
You've dug gets deeper
I struggle to make progress when I'm in debt and worsening my financial situation.
Just to quit tryin is such a cop out
I couldn't cheat myself
Giving up is unacceptable, as it goes against my values.
All the money I make
Barely gets me by but I keep hanging on
Cause no matter what I do or how much I
Make it's never good enough
My income is insufficient for my expenses and goals, yet I persevere despite the unlikelihood of success.
All the money
I make is never good enough.
My finances are perpetually deficient.
Contributed by Muhammad L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.