On August 25, 2018, the band released a statement on their social media accounts that Kyle Pavone, their vocalist, had died at the age of 28. A few days later, on August 31, the band released a statement that revealed his cause of death as an accidental drug overdose and announced that a foundation had been started in his honor.
On September 11, 2018, Dave Stephens released a statement about the band via social media, confirming that the band will not replace Kyle Pavone. Dave confirmed that the band will go on tour with Bullet for My Valentine and Bad Omens as scheduled, honoring Kyle and talking about his foundation.
Signed to Equal Vision Records (announced April 16th) after being named Alternative Press’ “Best Unsigned Band” early 2009.
Currently signed to SharpTone Records.
Current Members:
Dave Stephens – Vocals
Joshua Moore - Guitar
Lou Cotton – Guitar
Andy Glass – Bass
David Puckett – Drums
Former members:
Kyle Pavone – Vocals/Synth (died 2018)
Eric J. Choi – Drums
Jonny Nabors – bass, backing vocals
Sean E. Daly – bass, backing vocals
Sean N. Zelda – drums, backing vocals
Mark Myatt – lead vocals
Chris Moore – clean vocals, keyboards, synthesizers
Larry Clark – lead vocals
We Are the Reasons
We Came As Romans Lyrics
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It runs through my rivers.
Created and cured by the same, and it will flow.
Tear through these holds, and rip away my heart.
With an effort so constrained, this is the venom in my veins.
This is the venom in my veins, created and cured by the same.
This is the venom in my veins. (I've spoken reckless words?)
And I know I've built a bed of unrest
That destroys my heart once I lay my head down.
Destroys the crutches that I've built,
I thought they were sound.
We are the reasons for health and light, for illness and weakness.
It will flow from my body to yours, an infection that can't be cured.
We are the reasons for health and light, for illness and weakness.
We will tear through these holds.
We will tear through these holds or we will keep them strong.
We are the reasons for health and light.
For illness and weakness, we will tear through these holds
Or we will keep them strong
We will keep them strong.
With an effort so constrained, this is venom in my veins
Created, cured by the same,
By the same.
I've chosen selfless over selfishness,
I've left a bed of disgust and unrest.
Destroyed the crutches that I built myself, I found that they were never sound.
It won't consume my heart anymore.
And I know I've built a bed of peace
That restores my heart once I lay my head down.
Rebuilds the crutches that I destroyed myself.
I plead to change my life, just before I dream
And wake to realize that change is inside me.
We are the reasons for health and light, for illness and weakness.
We will tear through these holds.
We will tear through these holds or we will keep them strong
We are the reasons for health and light.
"We Are the Reasons" by We Came As Romans is a song that delves into the internal struggles that a person goes through. The lyrics talk about the poison that runs through the singer's veins, which is a metaphor for the negative thoughts and unhealthy habits that plague one's mind and body. The lines "And I know I've built a bed of unrest, that destroys my heart once I lay my head down" convey the sense of turmoil that the singer experiences every night. However, the song also explores the idea of hope and redemption. The lines "And I know I've built a bed of peace, that restores my heart once I lay my head down" indicate that the singer is working on improving themselves and is trying to overcome their toxic tendencies. The repeated refrain, "We are the reasons for health and light, for illness and weakness", emphasizes that change starts from within and that we have the power to either tear down our negative crutches or keep them strong.
The song's lyrics were inspired by the struggles that the band members went through during their early years, both personally and musically. The band stated that they faced a lot of criticism and negativity from their peers and had to constantly fight against the pressure to conform to the norm. The song was released in 2009 as part of the band's second EP, "Dreams", and has since become a fan favorite. The song's powerful message of self-improvement and perseverance has resonated with listeners and is often cited as a source of inspiration for those going through tough times.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a poison everyone knows
This feeling is known to everyone
It runs through my rivers
It flows within me
Created and cured by the same, and it will flow
It was both the cause and solution, and it will continue to affect me
Tear through these holds, and rip away my heart
Break my barriers, and expose my vulnerable self
With an effort so constrained, this is the venom in my veins
It's difficult to overcome, and it poisons me internally
This is the venom in my veins, created and cured by the same
It's like a toxin that's both the cause and cure
This is the venom in my veins. (I've spoken reckless words?)
This is what affects me. (Did I say something careless?)
And I know I've built a bed of unrest
I created a situation of discomfort
That destroys my heart once I lay my head down
That ruins my peace of mind while I'm asleep
Destroys the crutches that I've built, I thought they were sound
Ruins the support system that I trusted to be reliable
We are the reasons for health and light, for illness and weakness
We're responsible for good and bad, for our well-being and vulnerability
It will flow from my body to yours, an infection that can't be cured
It can spread from me to others, and it's not easily treatable
We will tear through these holds
We'll break the barriers that limit us
Or we will keep them strong
Or we'll maintain the limitations and stay stuck
I've chosen selfless over selfishness
I've decided to prioritize others over myself
I've left a bed of disgust and unrest
I've abandoned the situation that caused me discomfort
Destroyed the crutches that I built myself, I found that they were never sound
I ruined my own support system, realizing it was never dependable
It won't consume my heart anymore
It won't affect me as severely as before
And I know I've built a bed of peace
I created a situation of comfort and tranquility
That restores my heart once I lay my head down
That brings me peace of mind while I'm asleep
Rebuilds the crutches that I destroyed myself
Builds a new support system, replacing the old one that I broke
I plead to change my life, just before I dream
I pray for a better life, right before I fall asleep
And wake to realize that change is inside me
And I discover that the power to change is within me
We are the reasons for health and light, for illness and weakness
We're responsible for our physical and emotional states
We will tear through these holds
We'll break the barriers that limit us
Or we will keep them strong
Or we'll maintain the limitations and stay stuck
We are the reasons for health and light
We're capable of causing good in ourselves and others
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDREW GLASS, DAVID STEPHENS, ERIC CHOI, JOSHUA MOORE, KYLE PAVONE, LOU COTTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bryanengland9049
Listening in 2023! One of my favorite songs off this album!
@theweatherman8219
There was a comment on the original upload that said “1:37 I have head lice”.
11 years have gone by and I still cannot un-hear that.
@chasenoble5992
Still hits the same in 2024 🖤
@hannahsimms9814
RIP KYLE 💔
@Chozin1
The way the guitars hit when they first come in is insane. Still hits me as it did 11 years ago.
@stephanedjwakkyhudon2984
Sure does!!! 🤘🔥
@Asmodeus66613
Why is this song not one of they’re biggest 10/10
@samanthakitty14
this song is incredibly nostalgic
@stephanedjwakkyhudon2984
1:42 DAMMMMN this pre break and breakdown always had me getting goosebumps!!! Even after 10 years 🤘🤘🔥🔥🔥 It hits soo damn hard and blends in PERFECTLY .. it is a complete eargasm
@nighthunter9714
I remember jamming to this on my red mp3 player lol i feep old 🤣