The original lineup consisted of Austin Thornton, Kevin Hanson, and Tim Sherrill with Cory Ferris and Ben Ferris. These members recruited vocalists Michael Bohn and Tyler Carter for unclean and clean vocals, respectively.
The band recorded a three-song demo with producer Cameron Mizell containing the songs "Hell, or High Water," "I.," and "If Not, for Ourselves," which were uploaded to their MySpace profile. They also recorded and released a cover of "TiK ToK." The Artery Foundation took notice and Rise/Velocity Records signed the band before they even played their first show. They recorded their album during the same month that they were signed.
The band's first tour was on the Pyknic pArtery Tour in the summer of 2010, headlined by Drop Dead, Gorgeous and shared with From First to Last, Attila, Sleeping With Sirens, Abandon All Ships, For All Those Sleeping, and Scarlett O'Hara.
Tyler Carter's soul-influenced clean vocals has garnered him comparisons to Jonny Craig, who also provided guest vocals on their album. The band went on a Canadian tour supporting Abandon All Ships in October of 2010 as well as the Average Guys With Exceptional Hair Tour across America, presented by MerchNow.com, in November with A Skylit Drive, Motionless in White, Scarlett O'Hara, and For All Those Sleeping.
The band released their debut music video for "[&] Delinquents" in December. By the end of December 2010, lead guitarist Tim Sherrill left Woe, Is Me. Geoffrey Higgins took up the position officially in March 2011.
The band released a new single "Fame > Demise" on March 21, 2011 through the iTunes store. The song is the last one to feature Sherrill on lead guitar. Tyler Carter has stated that the song will not be on the band's upcoming second album.
In late June 2011, Higgins left the band and they were forced to play their first Warped Tour performances with only Kevin Hanson's rhythm guitar while lead guitars were back-tracked for the time being. Weeks afterward, Andrew Paiano, formerly of Abandon All Ships, joined Woe, Is Me to play lead guitar.
On August 10, 2011, it was announced excluslvely through Alternative Press that Tyler Carter would be leaving Woe, Is Me. His statement can be read here on AltPress.com.
On September 15, 2011, Woe, is me announced their new vocalist, Hance Alligood, formerly of Oh, Manhattan.
Ben Ferris, Michael Bohn and Cory Ferris have left Woe, Is Me in March 2012.
Woe, Is Me announced they were parting ways with Austin Thornton in March 2013, leaving Kevin Hanson as the only remaining member from the original lineup.
Visit the band's official blog at http://fuckyeahwoeisme.tumblr.com/
November 18th 2013 WIM announced about their breaking up.
In 2022 Woe, Is Me have started back up with the original line-up except for Tim Sherrill on lead guitar and Tyler Carter on vocals. Hance Alligood is on vocals instead and Andrew Paiano on guitar.
Members
Current:
Michael Bohn - Unclean vocals (On Numbers)
Hance Alligood - Clean vocals
Andrew Paiano - Rhythm guitar
Kevin Hanson - Rhythm guitar (On Numbers)
Ben Ferris - Keyboards (On Numbers)
Cory Ferris - Bass (On Numbers)
Austin Thornton - Drums (On Numbers)
Ex-members:
Tyler Carter - Clean vocals (On Numbers)
Tim Sherrill - Lead guitar (On Numbers)
Jack Langdell - Lead guitar
Geoffrey Higgins - Lead guitar
Doriano Magliano - Unclean vocals
Brian Medley - Bass
David Angle - Drums
Matt Mulkey - Clean vocals
Our Number
Woe Is Me Lyrics
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I stand here as a man who holds his ground,
So silence your hands,
I'm everything you once held dear.
How can you sleep
How can you sleep at night,
I have no home,
My home is non-existent
So long,
I was here but you missed it,
So kiss this,
I hope you know you pissed it away.
So cut me out,
Just knock me down,
Lifeless I may feel,
And I'm slowly finding out,
Life is full of bitter things
I won't shed a tear even if it stings,
Hit the road my spirit and all my clothes,
Who am I,
Who the hell knows.
Tie my words,
Around your neck,
Never forget.
Listen,
For I've walked the path of men,
I've stood my ground,
I've earned my crown,
And this is where it ends.
I will hold their hands,
I will walk across this sea
They've stood behind me,
And they'll follow me till death.
Never speak to me like you are some kind,
Of hidden prodigy you're wasting my time
You will never make it in this world,
It's all in your mind.
Well that's ok with me I think I'll be fine,
I don't need a shitty home to be on top of the line,
This interstate is making me the prime,
Example of what it means to follow your dreams
So watch.
The song "Our Number" by Woe Is Me begins with the artist demanding attention, asking everyone to stop and listen to the powerful message they are about to convey. The lyrics focus on themes of perseverance, resilience, and standing up to those who have wronged you. The artist states that they are a man who holds his ground and that their presence and voice are everything that others once held dear. They question how others can sleep at night when they have been wronged and betrayed.
The artist talks about their lack of a stable home but asserts that they do not need one to succeed. The chorus highlights the bitterness and hardship of life and the need to persevere even when it stings. The lyrics are a reflection of the artist's journey, their struggles and strength, and their desire to inspire and lead others.
The song ends with the artist promising to hold their followers' hands and walk with them across the sea. They also confront those who doubt their abilities and assert that they will succeed by following their dreams. Overall, "Our Number" is an empowering and motivational song that emphasizes resilience, strength, and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Stop!
I demand your attention to my words
I stand here as a man who holds his ground,
I am confident in my beliefs and values
So silence your hands,
Don't try to bring me down physically
I'm everything you once held dear.
I used to be important to you but now I am not
How can you sleep at night,
How can you be at peace with yourself?
Too many you were rights,
You were too confident of yourself
I have no home,
I don't have a sense of belonging
My home is non-existent
I don't have a place where I feel like I belong
So long,
Goodbye
I was here but you missed it,
You didn't pay attention to me
So kiss this,
I don't care about your opinion
I hope you know you pissed it away.
You wasted our chance to connect
So cut me out,
Remove me from your life
Just knock me down,
Hurt me physically or emotionally
Lifeless I may feel,
I don't feel alive
And I'm slowly finding out,
I am gradually realizing
Life is full of bitter things
Life is harsh and unpleasant
I won't shed a tear even if it stings,
I won't cry even if it hurts
Hit the road my spirit and all my clothes,
I'm leaving and taking everything with me
Who am I,
I am questioning my identity
Who the hell knows.
I don't even know myself
Tie my words,
Remember my words
Around your neck,
Keep them close to you
Never forget.
Remember always
Listen,
Pay attention
For I've walked the path of men,
I have experienced life
I've stood my ground,
I have defended my beliefs
I've earned my crown,
I have achieved my goals
And this is where it ends.
This is the conclusion of my journey
I will hold their hands,
I will support them
I will walk across this sea
I will overcome challenges
They've stood behind me,
They have supported me
And they'll follow me till death.
They will stay loyal to me forever
Never speak to me like you are some kind,
Don't act superior to me
Of hidden prodigy you're wasting my time
You are not as talented as you think
You will never make it in this world,
You are not cut out for this world
It's all in your mind.
Your problems are self-imposed
Well that's ok with me I think I'll be fine,
I don't care what you think, I'll be fine
I don't need a shitty home to be on top of the line,
I don't need material things to be successful
This interstate is making me the prime,
I am succeeding in my journey
Example of what it means to follow your dreams
I am showing others how to pursue their goals
So watch.
Pay attention to my success
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Austin Thorton, Derek Carter, Kevin Hanson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jeremymichaelnt
People say "Why can't woe is me sounds like this now?" But in all honesty I'm just so happy this album was at least made. I listen to this album all the time and I'm so grateful this album was at least able to be made by all the original members before they left. This album inspired me so much to follow my dreams in music, and no matter what it'll be here for inspiring musicians everywhere. This is by far the most inspirational album I own, because of the lyrics in every one of the songs.
@t204life
Jonny has a pretty distinct voice I don't know how you can miss him
@alexhennigh5242
Right? I get they have the same style but the difference in their voice is night an day. Yall need to clean your ears out.
@Shadowkaabii
This song is part of the reason I was able to get through my hard times over the few years. I still sing it when I think of my grandmother and it takes the pain away. Guess why I'm here.
@justintyler716
Man their singer can sing his ASS off!! Jonny Craig sings good too but their singer just goes hard.He's like the most talented singer I've ever heard in a hardcore band.
@PedooooBear
How come Woe, Is Me always gives Jonny only background vocals? He deserves way more than that with that voice.
@JakesBRjust
This is one of my favorite songs off Number[s], along with "If Not, For Ourselves" & "Desolate [The Conductor]" (& "Vengeance" if you count the Re-issue); SUCH a good album (my personal favorite actually); every song is a metaphoric masterpiece.
@Ev1lSp1r1t0fD00m
Is it just me or does this album sound really good synced as one song?
@kimlawlzatyew
Jonny Craig's voice makes me melt every time <3
@6shannonm
These lyrics are just indescribable.