Jordan Johnson - Drums, Vocals
Brent Sk… Read Full Bio ↴Josh Johnson - Vocals, Guitar
Jordan Johnson - Drums, Vocals
Brent Skinner - Guitar, Keys, Vocals
Chris Rimmer - Bass
Hailing from Shreveport, LA, Tyler Read is bringing a fresh rock 'n roll sound to a rather bland sounding period for rock music. While many bands sound much like others, Tyler Read stands out for their mix of southern, pop and hard rock. They recently released their debut cd, Only Rock & Roll Can Save Us April 14th.
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Blink
Tyler Read Lyrics
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Something to show for, when all the light has been taken from our eyes
Its a lot like breathing when the oxygen is depleted from the room
Its a lot like bleeding losing everything important to you
When the lights go down we say our farewells
Not forgetting the things weve found
When the lights go down, we'll say our goodbyes
How would you like it? If it were you?
Standing in silence, mouthing everything that I could tell you
Ill take your reaction in the most optimistic way
Its a lot like blinking when you'd rather calmly turn and walk a way
And we are surrounded
The lyrics of Tyler Read's song Blink are about losing everything important and finding oneself in a difficult situation. The song presents a scenario where everything is bleak and the people involved find themselves on the brink of a break-up. The first verse talks about past experiences and the toll they have taken. The line, "Something to show for, when all the light has been taken from our eyes" expresses a sense of despair that comes from having lost what was once important. The lyrics emphasize the feeling of suffocation by comparing it to the lack of oxygen in a room.
The chorus of the song is about the inevitable realization that nothing can be done to save the situation. The line, "When the lights go down we say our farewells, not forgetting the things we've found" signifies acceptance of the situation and the importance of the memories that have been made. The second line of the chorus adds a layer of hope as it suggests that even after everything is over, there will still be something positive to take away from the experience.
The last verse of the song talks about the consequences of one's actions and the importance of communication. The line, "How would you like it? If it were you? Standing in silence, mouthing everything that I could tell you" suggests that communication has broken down and one person is left to bear the brunt of the situation. The lyrics liken the feeling to the action of blinking to avoid eye contact as a way to peacefully walk away from a tense situation.
Overall, the lyrics of Blink are about accepting that some things cannot be saved and learning to move on. The song emphasizes the importance of remembering the good times even after everything is gone.
Line by Line Meaning
How do you know this? Have we been here?
Questioning if someone has shared this experience and if they have the same understanding of it.
Something to show for, when all the light has been taken from our eyes
Wanting to have something to prove that the experience happened despite the overwhelming feeling of loss.
Its a lot like breathing when the oxygen is depleted from the room
Feeling a sense of suffocation like the air has been sucked out of the room.
Its a lot like bleeding losing everything important to you
Feeling the pain of loss like a wound that continues to bleed and doesn't heal.
When the lights go down we say our farewells
Preparing to say goodbye to the experience.
Not forgetting the things weve found
Acknowledging and cherishing the memories and lessons learned from the experience.
When the lights go down, we'll say our goodbyes
Accepting that the experience has come to an end and it's time to move on.
Not regretting the things weve found
Reflecting on the positive aspects of the experience and not dwelling on any regrets.
How would you like it? If it were you?
Asking the listener to imagine themselves in the situation and how they would feel.
Standing in silence, mouthing everything that I could tell you
Feeling unable to express the depth of emotions experienced in the moment.
Ill take your reaction in the most optimistic way
Hoping for a positive and understanding response from the listener.
Its a lot like blinking when you'd rather calmly turn and walk a way
The experience can make you want to turn and walk away rather than confront it, but sometimes you have to face it head-on.
And we are surrounded
Feeling trapped and consumed by the experience.
Contributed by David B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.