Formed in 2003 by former London/Sire recording artist John Lardieri, Twin-A… Read Full Bio ↴Formed in 2003 by former London/Sire recording artist John Lardieri, Twin-A picks up where Lardieri left off, but with a new rhythm section and a raw exuberance that the original seemed to lack. Paul Ogunsalu (of Wax Poetic) and NYC session drummer Jorge Pertuz compliment Lardieri’s powerful and compelling voice perfectly. The trio’s unique sound has been described as “widescreen pop rock” Introspective lyrics and melodic hooks set against ringing guitars and breaking beats are what sets TWIN-A apart. Some of the their most recent achievements include an amazing SXSW performance at the Hard Rock Café and a highly attended industry showcase in the UK, as well as a handful of stand out opening performances for national acts like Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze, Vanessa Carlton, The Samples and Fuel. Their music is regularly spun on radio including NYC's Q104.3 and WBER 90.5 in Rochester, New York where their single "Sugarcane" made the Top 50 most requested songs for 2003.

Twin-A played their final show on May 13, 2006 at Crash Mansion in NYC.

Theme Song
Twin-A Lyrics

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Almost slipped right through the cracks
So fixated on the things I lack
That knife in my spine
Been twisted so tight
It's not just a scratch on my back

Burning bridges sometimes
Push our way to the front of the line

Something is there
Forget what you heard
Soon you will suck a surprise

Oh yeah
Listen up
Shut your mouth
Pay attention now
I can shout louder than you
I can shout louder than you
I can shout louder than you

Pack it up and shake it in
No regrets from this point here on in
Let's get in the van
Let's do what we can
Run into town and then level it down
'Cause we can

'Cause we can
'Cause we can

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Twin-A's "Theme Song" describe a struggle with self-doubt and insecurity, with the singer feeling as though they are about to "slip right through the cracks." They are so fixated on the things they lack that it feels as though there is a "knife in [their] spine," and this feeling is further exacerbated by the fact that it's "not just a scratch on [their] back." Despite all of this, the singer still feels as though they have something to prove, urging the listener to "listen up," pay attention, and realize that they can "shout louder" than anyone else.

The second half of the song takes on a more rebellious tone, with the singer declaring that they are leaving their regrets behind and "leveling down" whatever town they happen to come across. There is a sense of urgency to their actions, as they want to make the most of the time they have and do whatever they can to leave their mark on the world. Overall, "Theme Song" serves as an anthem for anyone who feels as though they don't quite fit in, urging them to embrace their uniqueness and make their voice heard.

Line by Line Meaning

Almost slipped right through the cracks
I was almost overlooked and ignored, unnoticed and forgotten

So fixated on the things I lack
I have been overly focused on the things I don't have, rather than what I have

That knife in my spine
I am suffering from a deep emotional pain or betrayal

Been twisted so tight
The pain I am feeling has been intensified and I can no longer bear it as easily

It's not just a scratch on my back
The pain I am feeling is not temporary but is deeply rooted and impactful

Burning bridges sometimes
Sometimes, ending relationships and closing doors is necessary

Push our way to the front of the line
We work hard and assert ourselves to get what we want

Something is there
There is a presence or a feeling that I cannot ignore

Forget what you heard
Disregard what you think you know or have heard

Soon you will suck a surprise
Something unexpected will happen to you soon

Oh yeah
An expression of affirmation and enthusiasm