Consisting guitarist/vocalist Liam Cromby, bass guitarist Jack Spence, guitarist Alfie Scully and drummer Tom Whittaker. Vocalist Dan Brown left the band in 2012. They are signed to Hassle Records in the United Kingdom and SideOneDummy Records in the United States.
On July 15, 2022, the band issued a statement on Facebook about their reunion. They announced their first live show in five years, on October 15 in London's Omeara Venue. The band have not confirmed if they will release new music in addition to this.
Members:
Liam Cromby – Lead vocals, rhythm guitar, piano (2007–2017, 2022)
Alfie Scully – Lead guitar (2007–2017, 2022); Vocals (2012–2017, 2022)
Jack Spence – Bass/Vocals (2007–2017, 2022)
Tom Whittaker – Drums (2007–2017, 2022)
Dan Brown – Lead vocals (2007–2012)
Discography:
2015 - ARK
2012 - Maybe Today, Maybe Tomorrow
2011 - Go Now And Live
2010 - Cutting Our Teeth
2009 - Look Alive
2008 - We Are The Ocean
Confessions
We Are the Ocean Lyrics
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I'm writing these confessions to you
Oh wont you hold my hand, and take me to the other side
Well I want to see you, I want to see with my own eyes
I'm writing these confessions to you
I'm writing these confessions to you
Oh wont you hold my hand, and take me to the other side
Well I want to see you, I want to see with my own eyes
I'm writing these confessions to you
I'm writing these confessions to you
So wont you hold my hand, and take me to the other side
Well I want to you, yeah I want to see with my own..
Eyes
I'm writing these confessions to you
I'm writing these confessions to you
So wont you take me hand and take me to the other side
Well I want to see you, I want to see with my own..
Eyes
Eyes
I want to see with my own eyes
Oh Oh
I want to see with my own eye
The song "Confessions" by We Are the Ocean seems to be about a person who is yearning to confess something to someone they deeply care about. The repeating chorus line "I'm writing these confessions to you" suggests that these confessions are difficult to express verbally, hence they are being written down. The person then asks the other to hold their hand and take them to the other side, indicating that the confessions may be about a journey or a transition that they need help with.
The lyrics hint at a yearning for physical presence - "Well I want to see you, I want to see with my own eyes" - which may suggest that the confessions are connected to a person or relationship that is not within reach. The repetition of these lines throughout the song may indicate the singer's desperation to be with the other person and to finally confess their secrets.
Overall, the song seems to be about the weight of withheld emotions and secrets, and the desire to share them with someone who they trust and hope can help them move on. It is an emotive, heartfelt plea for help and companionship.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm writing these confessions to you
I am confessing my thoughts and feelings to you through this writing
Oh wont you hold my hand, and take me to the other side
I am requesting for your help to guide me through a difficult situation, to reach a better place together
Well I want to see you, I want to see with my own eyes
I desire to witness your presence and existence, and to feel real human connection
So wont you hold my hand, and take me to the other side
Once again, I am asking for your support and companionship to overcome obstacles and reach new heights
Well I want to you, yeah I want to see with my own.. Eyes
My longing to perceive you personally and experience life directly through my own senses is intense
Eyes
My sight is important to me, and I need to witness things in order to truly understand them
I want to see with my own eyes
Repeating my declaration of wanting to be present, and emphasizing the importance of visual perception to me
Oh Oh
An exclamation of emotion, indicating a heightened sense of urgency or excitement
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC.
Written by: Alfie William Scully, Daniel Brown, Jack Michael Spence, Liam Patrick Cromby, Thomas Edward Whittaker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
londonboy59
Love this - the contrast in Liam's voice with Dan's brutality....
Commissar Ajax
I remember i had never heard this band before and they were a support act back in 2010, and they played this song, and it being completely new to me game me goosebumps!
Bob Ballard
One of the great tracks of recent years.
Christi Goth
I saw them last night at the Forum in Kentish Town supporting Three Days Grace and I thought this song was the highlight of their set - loved it. Not a bad live band either. Quite impressed.
RIP LOL
This song was played live... It was fucking amazing. The whole crowd in-sync were head-banging with their fists up. Unforgettable experience, even if I was drunk as fuck!
Dale Teece
We Are The Ocean are the greatest band I have ever heard, they need more recognition!!!
Luke Watson
Just wow, that's the only word to describe this song -3 Sooooo good
NanI Pineapple
I still have this song on my iTunes.
Hannadi Habbal
I recon there one of my favourite bands sins I'v seen them live. I <3 we are the ocean lol
Daniela Wolfrum
this song is just awesom, it goes right under my skin o.O i can't stop listening to it