Useless ID is a four-piece punk-rock band formed in Haifa, Israel in 1994.… Read Full Bio ↴Useless ID is a four-piece punk-rock band formed in Haifa, Israel in 1994. Like any other band, they started playing shows in their country. However, it wasn't until they started flying to California to play shows when they began to get international recognition. They created their own record label called Falafel Records, named after their favorite food. Eventually The Ataris came to hear of Useless ID's material. They liked it and offered to do a split EP under their previous record label, Kung Fu Records. Useless ID eventually got signed under Kung Fu Records themselves and have released three more subsequent records on that label. One of their songs, called "State of Fear", is featured in the Rock Against Bush, Vol. 2 compilation. In 2008, Suburban Home Records put out "The Lost Broken Bones", a solid 12 track album that hearkens back to the glory days of pop-punk, although it was darker, heavier and more aggressive than any of the band's previous efforts. Since 2011, the band has been signed to Fat Wreck Chords.

Band members:
* Yotam Ben Horin - Bass, Lead Vocals
* Ishay Berger - Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals
* Guy Carmel - Rhythm Guitar, Backup Vocals
* Yonatan Harpak - Drums, Percussion

Start All Over
Useless ID Lyrics

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Things will always be the same
As I think about the past
Lots of fun for much more pain
People like to take this chance
A better way to run away
You keep on lying to yourself
And if you think that I believe you
Then there are some more things

I have to say

You're not smiling
And I can see it on your face
If you're not smiling
Then you better do something else
If you're not smiling
There's probably something wrong
Start all over

You keep on telling me
That I don't understand
You keep on telling me
That I am not a friend
Well, let me tell you something
'Cause things are about to end
You better stop your lies
And start all over again

'Cause you're not smiling
And I can see it on your face
If you're not smiling
Then you better do something else
If you're not smiling

There's probably something wrong
Start all over

Overall Meaning

In Useless ID's song "Start All Over," the lyrics convey a sense of frustration and disappointment towards a person who is constantly lying to themselves and others. The lines "Things will always be the same, as I think about the past / Lots of fun for much more pain, people like to take this chance" suggest that the person is stuck in a cycle of repeating the same mistakes, causing more harm than good. The singer urges the person to "start all over" and let go of their lies in order to achieve a better future.

The chorus, "You're not smiling, and I can see it on your face / If you're not smiling, then you better do something else / If you're not smiling, there's probably something wrong / Start all over," emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and finding happiness in life. The singer recognizes that the person is unhappy and encourages them to make changes and take action to improve their situation.

Overall, "Start All Over" is a powerful song that touches on themes of personal growth and self-reflection. It urges listeners to break free from negative patterns and strive towards a happier, more fulfilling life.

Line by Line Meaning

Things will always be the same
Life may feel monotonous and unchangeable

As I think about the past
Reflecting on past experiences and emotions

Lots of fun for much more pain
Enjoyment can sometimes come at a high cost

People like to take this chance
Some individuals are willing to take risks

A better way to run away
Escaping from problems can lead to better outcomes

You keep on lying to yourself
Deceiving oneself can be harmful

And if you think that I believe you
Others may see through one's lies

Then there are some more things
Additional issues may arise from dishonesty

You're not smiling
Observation of a negative emotional state

And I can see it on your face
Facial expressions can reveal emotions

If you're not smiling
Suggesting that happiness should be present