Veara was named Finalist and Regional Winner for the Bamboozle Break Left contest through Absolutepunk.net. They self-released a 3 song EP, and created a full length CD with Rob Freeman (Hidden In Plain View) on Wisteria Records that was released September 7, 2007. Absolutepunk.net calls Veara "a band you need to give some time and plenty of listens [to]. . ." Veara's newest contribution to the musical scene, "What We Left Behind" was co-produced by Jeremy McKinnon of A Day to Remember and Andrew Wade.
"We have been through a lot of turmoil as a band," says drummer Brittany Harrell. "Whether it be people doubting us, saying you can't do this, members quitting, people lying, etc. The songs on this record have to do with everything that we were going through within that year. It pretty much means all those topics are being left behind because we can do this and we will do this no matter what."
"It's not just for us though," adds vocalist Bradley Wyrosdick. "It's for everyone that has a dream and has people telling them they can't do what they want to do with their life. It's your life and you can accomplish whatever you put your mind to, and that's what we did with What We Left Behind."
As of 2010, Veara has appeared on tour with A Day to Remember, August Burns Red, Silverstein, Enter Shikari, and Go Radio. Veara has also played with bands such as The Maine, DangerRadio, and Powerspace. They are set up for a Fall Tour in 2010 with Rufio, Before Their Eyes, and Close to Home.
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Role Model
Veara Lyrics
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But i've used them well
At least i never tried to
Play the part of someone else
And here we go!
Picking up where we just left off Staying honest is the hardest part
There's always something new
To keep you guessing
But who you really are
Is not interesting
All this comes in time
I've got you barely breathing now
You're begging to get out
I've made mistakes
But i've used them well
At least i never tried to
Play the part of someone else
I take a step and look around
(look around!)
We're all misplaced
Waiting for our escape
Why does it feel like someone's breathing
Down the back of my neck all the time?
Cause my emotions are unfocused
But my dress code in check
Staying honest is the hardest part
(hardest part)
Life is just a question Without an honest answer
It's got you barely breathing now
You're begging to get out
You're begging to get out
(to get out)
I've made mistakes
But i've used them well
At least i never tried to
Play the part of someone else
I take a step and look around
(look around!)
We're all misplaced
We're waiting for our escape
We're trying to escape
Take a step and look around
(take a step and look around)
We're all misplaced
Waiting for our escape
I've made mistakes
But i've used them well
At least i never tried to
Play the part of someone else
I've made mistakes
But i've used them well
At least i never tried to
Play the part of someone else
Staying honest is the hardest part
Life's a question, it's got you barely breathing
Staying honest is the hardest part
Life's a question, it's got me barely breathing
Staying honest is the hardest part
Life's a question, it's got you barely breathing
Staying honest is the hardest part
Life's a question, it's got me barely breathing now
The lyrics to 'Role Model' by Veara reflect the artist's perspective on the importance of being true to oneself and accepting past mistakes. The first two lines establish a level of self-awareness in the artist, admitting that they have made mistakes but have used them for personal growth rather than trying to be someone else. This sets the foundation for the overall message of the song, emphasizing the importance of staying honest with oneself and one's past.
The chorus, "I've made mistakes, but I've used them well, At least I never tried to play the part of someone else," reaffirms the artist's perspective and the importance of being true to oneself. The song also highlights the struggle of finding oneself and the challenges of staying honest in a world that is constantly changing and offering new distractions. The repetition of "staying honest is the hardest part" emphasizes this struggle.
The line, "all this comes in time," suggests that self-discovery and growth come with time and making mistakes is a natural part of the process. The song ends with the line, "we're all misplaced, waiting for our escape," suggesting that everyone is searching for an escape, and the key to finding it may be staying honest with oneself.
Overall, 'Role Model' is a relatable song that encourages listeners to accept their past mistakes, be true to themselves and stay honest in their journey of self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
I've made mistakes
I have made some errors
But i've used them well
However, I have used my mistakes wisely
At least i never tried to
At a minimum, I have never attempted to
Play the part of someone else
Pretend to be someone else
I take a step and look around
I pause to observe my surroundings
(look around!)
(look around!)
We're all misplaced
We are all lost
Waiting for our escape
Waiting for our opportunity to get away
Why does it feel like someone's breathing
Why do I always get the sensation that someone is behind me?
Down the back of my neck all the time?
At my neck all of the time?
Cause my emotions are unfocused
Because my emotions are scattered
But my dress code in check
However, my appearance is well-presented
Staying honest is the hardest part
The most difficult thing to do is to keep truthful
(hardest part)
(hardest part)
Life is just a question
Life is simply an inquiry
Without an honest answer
Without a truthful response
It's got you barely breathing now
It has presently constrained your breathing
You're begging to get out
You are pleading to be set free
We're all misplaced
We are all lost
We're trying to escape
We are attempting to get away
(take a step and look around)
(take a step and observe your surroundings)
Staying honest is the hardest part
The most difficult thing to do is to keep truthful
Life's a question, it's got you barely breathing
Life is an inquiry that has constrained your breathing
Staying honest is the hardest part
The most difficult thing to do is to keep truthful
Life's a question, it's got me barely breathing
Life is an inquiry that has presently constrained my breathing
Staying honest is the hardest part
The most difficult thing to do is to keep truthful
Life's a question, it's got you barely breathing
Life is an inquiry that has presently constrained your breathing
Contributed by Adeline D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.