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
Vengeance
Woe Is Me Lyrics
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And if I were you I'd fear me more than death himself, because when I am through with all I'll do you'll wish to burn in motherfucking hell.
So let us open the gates of hell for the likes of you.
May God rest your soul when we are through.
This is our vengeance.
Orphan of broken dreams:
You're jealous and weak:
Stay humble and meek
And one day you might succeed.
Maybe one day I'll probably make more of an impact than you'll ever fake
And I'll take what is rightfully mine.
You ran away so I'm calling the shots this time.
I'll take their hopes I'll take their dreams +
I'll take everything that would ever mean a single hint of trust from them
You never cared so I will always win.
For every kid that you hear screaming loud and clear:
You left them in fear.
Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death
I ripped the tongue from his mouth and left him gasping for breath.
I told you that you'll reap what you sow:
But you wanted fame
So fuck your ego.
How could you think this would go down so easy?
Your words are misleading blinded by the glare of the spotlight now your fiending.
How could you think this would go down so easy?
Well you can huff and you can puff and try to blow my house down,
But I take comfort in the fact that I have stolen your crown.
Go ahead with the childish games you play and at the end of the day we've got the final say.
I bet you never saw this coming
The tensions rise in your mind and you think back to realizing everything that you left behind.
The mask that you wear is just an illusion we've picked up our cross we've found a solution.
You've lost your flames in the darkest of night your ambitions are falling out of sight.
Selfishness owns you I hope you can see,
The family you loved is now the enemy.
We will live forever.
The lyrics to Woe Is Me's "Vengeance" are a mix of anger, aggression and determination to seek revenge. The opening lines of the song talk about how the singer's wrath is more fearsome than death itself, and how they will make their opponent wish to burn in hell. They then proceed to talk about their vengeance, indicating that they will open the gates of hell for their adversary. There is a mention of God, with a warning about what will happen when they are through with their enemy, and a hope that God will rest their soul. The message is clear that they will seek vengeance and it will be brutal.
The song then takes a turn to address the subject's past broken dreams, jealousy and weakness. The singer offers a message of encouragement, asking the subject to stay humble and meek and maybe one day they would succeed. They then proceed to talk about how they will make a greater impact than their adversary, and take what is rightfully theirs. They even claim to take away the trust that others have in their enemy. There is a reference to children who were left in fear and screaming aloud, presumably as a result of the adversary's actions.
Throughout the song, there is an undercurrent of anger, and the mood is quite aggressive. The singer talks about ripping out someone's tongue and taking away a crown. They taunt their enemy, saying they never saw their revenge coming. The lyrics highlight how the singer believed their adversary was selfish, and they are now the enemy of the family they once loved. The lyrics end on a triumphant note with the line "we will live forever," indicating that their vengeance and their legacy will last beyond their physical lives.
Line by Line Meaning
And if I were you I'd fear me more than death himself, because when I am through with all I'll do you'll wish to burn in motherfucking hell.
My actions will be so brutal that you'll wish for eternal damnation.
So let us open the gates of hell for the likes of you.
You deserve the worst punishment imaginable.
May God rest your soul when we are through.
I hope you find peace in the afterlife.
Your word isn't what it seems.
You're not truthful.
You're jealous and weak:
You lack confidence and are envious of others.
Stay humble and meek
Be modest and accepting.
And one day you might succeed.
Your success can come from being humble.
Maybe one day I'll probably make more of an impact than you'll ever fake
I'm capable of making a greater impact than you could pretend to make.
And I'll take what is rightfully mine.
I'll achieve what I deserve.
You ran away so I'm calling the shots this time.
I have control now that you're gone.
I'll take their hopes I'll take their dreams +
I'll obtain their aspirations and goals.
I'll take everything that would ever mean a single hint of trust from them
I'll destroy their trust in others.
You never cared so I will always win.
Your lack of compassion ensures my success.
For every kid that you hear screaming loud and clear:
You ignore the pain of those you harm.
You left them in fear.
Your actions incite fear and panic.
Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death
Even in dangerous places, I am fearless.
I ripped the tongue from his mouth and left him gasping for breath.
I caused severe harm and pain.
I told you that you'll reap what you sow:
You'll face the consequences of your actions.
But you wanted fame
Your selfishness blinded you.
So fuck your ego.
Your arrogance has led to your downfall.
How could you think this would go down so easy?
You underestimated the situation.
Your words are misleading blinded by the glare of the spotlight now your fiending.
Your lies have caught up to you and you crave attention.
Well you can huff and you can puff and try to blow my house down,
You can try to bring me down, but you won't succeed.
But I take comfort in the fact that I have stolen your crown.
I'm pleased to have taken your power and beaten you.
Go ahead with the childish games you play and at the end of the day we've got the final say.
Your attempts to undermine me are futile, and I'll come out on top.
I bet you never saw this coming
You were unprepared for my retaliation.
The tensions rise in your mind and you think back to realizing everything that you left behind.
You're plagued by regret and missed opportunities.
The mask that you wear is just an illusion we've picked up our cross we've found a solution.
Your facade has been exposed, and we've found a way to overcome your deception.
You've lost your flames in the darkest of night your ambitions are falling out of sight.
Your success is slipping away, and your desires are no longer achievable.
Selfishness owns you I hope you can see,
You're consumed by your own self-interest.
The family you loved is now the enemy.
Your actions have turned your loved ones against you.
We will live forever.
Our legacy will last forever, while yours will not.
Lyrics © Roba Music Verlag GMBH, BMG Rights Management
Written by: MATT BROTHERTON, LEELAND JAMES CAMPANA, JAMISON LAWRENCE PALMER, JAKE ROGERS, MIKEY TRESEDER, Jamison Palmer, Leeland Campana
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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17 year old me thought this joint was the greatest thing I’d ever heard. 27 year old me thinks it’s still pretty dope.
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Same!
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and now there coming back!
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@Garrett Gault really ?
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@YouGotDsnopd yes lol go check their Instagram they back frfr
@Koragh_
they are coming back
@foreverskittles8367
The return of this band is gonna be huge, I'm stoked
@Turbo_Toad
Same man you know who's in the lineup this time
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4 real m8?