Keep It Going (2009) and It's Not The End Of The World (2011), available as the compilation Farewell (2013). They signed to Doghouse Records in August 2011 and released their only full length, Seams & Stitches, in July 2012. They went on hiatus in 2013 but occasionally play reunion shows. The band reunited and released an EP, Discontent in 2022.
Members:
Jesse Vadala
Dustin Wallace
Shane Maziekien
Joe Cagnini
Vinny Guzzardi
Mike Corvasce
I Told You Already
With the Punches Lyrics
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I kept them bottled up with a message that read
I'd hate to see this change at all
I can't get to sleep
I miss the way that your lips taste
On hot summer nights
I know you're feeling the same way
And the plans that we've made
It's just the distance and space
I can't wait to come home
You laughed it off
When everyone you know
Said "don't wait, he'll just waste your time"
You have my back
So I'm by your side
And I'll never let this go
This December won't feel so cold
I promise this time (finally)
I'll be closer than a phone call away
I just thought that you should know
With all I've got I hope to god that I
Can find a way to stay afloat with you
I've ground my knuckles to the bone
And I've swallowed fire to keep you warm
You laughed it off
When everyone you know
Said "don't wait, he'll just waste your time"
You have my back
So I'm by your side
And I'll never let this go
This December won't feel so cold
I promise this time (finally)
I'll be closer than a phone call away
I just thought that you should know
I just thought that you should know
In "I Told You Already," With the Punches tells the story of a long-distance relationship where both parties miss each other dearly but maintain their love through the trials and tears. The singer admits that they held back some feelings in fear of negative repercussions. Still, they come forward to express their sincere love for their significant other.
In the second verse, the singer describes how they feel about the distance and unable to sleep because of missing their beloved's kisses. They acknowledge that distance is weighing on the relationship and causing problems. However, both parties still love each other and are thinking about the future.
The lyrics reveal that even when the people around the couple doubted the relationship’s success, it was their unwavering faith in each other that keeps them going. The two individuals have each other's backs, and they are determined to make it work despite the distance.
"I Told You Already" speaks to people's hearts and drives home the point of staying true to who you love regardless of what other people say. It's a testament to the grinding work needed to keep a relationship alive, especially when the parties are far apart.
Line by Line Meaning
Somethings I thought might be better left unsaid
I chose to keep some thoughts and feelings to myself.
I kept them bottled up with a message that read
I kept those thoughts and feelings hidden, but I hinted at them.
I'd hate to see this change at all
I don't want to lose what we have with each other.
I can't get to sleep
I'm having trouble falling asleep.
I miss the way that your lips taste
I miss the sensation of kissing you.
On hot summer nights
Warm summer evenings were particularly enjoyable.
I know you're feeling the same way
I believe that you also miss me.
I know you're thinking about me
I think about you a lot, and I imagine you think of me often.
And the plans that we've made
I'm excited about the future we envisioned together.
It's just the distance and space
We aren't able to be together physically, and that's the biggest issue in our relationship.
I can't wait to come home
I'm eager to leave where I am and come be with you.
You laughed it off
You didn't take their advice seriously, and you dismissed their concerns with humor.
When everyone you know said "don't wait, he'll just waste your time"
People in your life have warned you that I'm not worth waiting for.
You have my back
You're supportive of me and trust that I have good intentions.
So I'm by your side
I'm here for you too, and I support your decisions.
And I'll never let this go
Our relationship and the trust we have between us is too important to let fade away.
This December won't feel so cold
The upcoming winter won't be as lonely now that we have each other.
I promise this time (finally)
I'm making a serious promise this time, and I mean it.
I'll be closer than a phone call away
We will have a much more significant connection than what a call can offer.
I just thought that you should know
I wanted to share these thoughts and feelings with you and let you know how much you mean to me.
Contributed by Logan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.