The band members (Travis Clark - Lead Vocals/Rhythm Guitar/Piano, Hunter Thomsen - Lead Guitar ,Coley O'Toole - Backing Vocals/Piano, Charles Trippy - Bass, Danny Duncan - Drums) first met at Martha B. King Middle School in Bradenton, and their name refers to the school mascot. The group began playing together while at Manatee High School in the early 2000s, and landed on the PureVolume Top 10 list after hiring a manager.
Tours:
Touring with bands such as Metro Station and Valencia, We the Kings is on the path to success.
They have toured with All Time Low, Boys Like Girls, and The Audition; as well as Mayday Parade, Madina Lake, and Powerspace. They have also toured with Cobra Starship, The Cab, and Metro Station, and were on the 2008 Warped Tour line-up. They have toured with The Academy Is..., Carolina Liar, and Hey Monday on the "Bill and Trav's Bogus Journey Tour."
Phoenix Hearts
We the Kings Lyrics
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We hold our breath
Waiting for the sign
So take my hand
And close your eyes
There’s nothing left to hide
And oh, our angels soar,
My heart is yours
Lead this march for more
The arrow flies,
Our eagle dies
But our voices rise
Let’s chase the sun into its grave
Our phoenix hearts are rising in flames
Let’s race the stars across the sky
And burn our names into the night
Let’s light up the night
Let’s light up the night
Let’s light up the night
Let’s light up the night
This shattered field
Of broken dreams
Looking for the light
We glue our bones
And find our hope
There’s nothing left to hide
And oh, our angels soar,
Ready for war
My heart is yours
Lead this march for more
The arrow flies,
Our eagle dies
But our voices rise
Let’s chase the sun into its grave
Our phoenix hearts are rising in flames
Let’s race the stars across the sky
And burn our names into the night
Let’s light up the night
Let’s light up the night
Let’s light up the night
Let’s light up the night
You’re a fighter, you know who you are, you won’t run away
So don’t run away,
You are brave and you know you can take it
Don’t run away, so don’t run away
If you fall I will be there to catch you
And I will wait, yea I will wait
Can’t you see that it’s me?
I’m the one that you will save
And I will save you too
Yeah I will save you too
I will save you
Let’s chase the sun into its grave
Our phoenix hearts are rising in flames
Let’s race the stars across the sky
And burn our names into the night
Let’s light up the night
Let’s light up the night
Let’s light up the night
Let’s light up the night
The song "Phoenix Hearts" by We the Kings seems to be about a group of people who are determined to fight through the struggles of life and rise up from the ashes like a phoenix. The singer speaks to their fellow fighters in the first verse, urging them to hold on and wait for the sign that will show them where to go next. They want everyone to be together and find comfort in each other, as there's nothing left to hide. The chorus talks about chasing the sun into its grave, a metaphor for overcoming challenges and obstacles, with everyone's "phoenix hearts" rising in flames. They want to leave their mark on the world and burn their names into the night by lighting it up.
The second verse suggests that the fighters are already in a difficult situation, but they're seeking the light that will guide them out of it. They "glue their bones" and find hope, indicating that they're doing whatever it takes to keep going. The chorus repeats again, emphasizing the determination to keep fighting and lighting up the night. The bridge speaks directly to one person, assuring them that they're not alone and that the singer will be there to catch them if they fall. They're brave and can handle whatever comes their way, and the singer will save them just as they save everyone else. The song ends with a final repetition of the chorus, driving home the message of hope and perseverance.
Line by Line Meaning
Into the night,
We are heading into the darkness.
We hold our breath
We are waiting for something important to happen.
Waiting for the sign
We are waiting for a signal or cue to begin our journey.
So take my hand
Let's go on this journey together.
And close your eyes
Trust me and let go of your fears.
There’s nothing left to hide
We have nothing to conceal from each other.
And oh, our angels soar,
We are filled with hope and anticipation.
Ready for war
We are ready to face any obstacles that may come our way.
My heart is yours
I trust you completely with my heart and soul.
Lead this march for more
Let's lead this journey and strive for something greater.
The arrow flies,
Our journey has begun and there is no going back.
Our eagle dies
We may face losses, but we will continue on with our journey.
But our voices rise
Our spirits will not falter and we will keep pushing forward.
Let’s chase the sun into its grave
Let's not waste a moment and go after what we want.
Our phoenix hearts are rising in flames
Our spirits are burning bright, like a phoenix rising from the ashes.
Let’s race the stars across the sky
Let's aim for the stars and reach for the impossible.
And burn our names into the night
Let's create a legacy that will last forever.
Let’s light up the night
Let's make a difference and leave our mark on the world.
You’re a fighter, you know who you are, you won’t run away
You are strong and determined to face any challenges that come your way.
So don’t run away,
Don't let fear hold you back.
You are brave and you know you can take it
You have the courage to face anything that comes your way.
If you fall I will be there to catch you
You can count on me to support you when you need it most.
And I will wait, yea I will wait
I will always be patient and there for you when you need me.
Can’t you see that it’s me?
I am here for you and will always be your support system.
I’m the one that you will save
You will help me just as much as I help you.
And I will save you too
I will always have your back, just as you have mine.
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Noah Williams
We The Kings are so underrated. They dont get enough credit. This should be a #1 hit imo
Frendly fox
yeah
alea rdz
Agree!!
Abigail dolphinball
Ikr
Christopher Dai Lap Le
i think they were at one point. Maybe not #1 but somewhere up there.
Annette Richardson
Noah Williams true
Alexis Killian
I listen to this with my headphones on looking out the window on a car trip and pretend I am in a music video.... is this weird to anyone?
Margie Wakefield
I would do the same but I would pretend that I'm in a movie
Amal l
I read this after 6 years old and I feel like you describe me before all these years
Starla Galaxia
No