Their music features a rare contribution to the genre, incorporating the use of a violin. Formed in 1997, the final line up consisted of Ryan Key (vocals, rhythm guitar), Ryan Mendez (lead guitar, vocals), Sean Mackin (violin, vocals), Nathan Young on drums, and Josh Portman on bass.
Yellowcard was formed in 1997 in Jacksonville, Florida, USA after meeting at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts. The band was made up of six members back then:
Ben Dobson (1997 - 2000) : vocals, Todd Clarry (1997 - 2001) : guitar, vocals, Sean Mackin (1997 - 2017) : violin, vocals, Warren Cooke (1997 - 2002) : bass, Ben Harper (not the same as Ben Harper) (1997 - 2005) : guitar, Longineu W. Parsons III (1997 - 2014) : drums.
Former members: Ben Dobson (1997 - 2000) : vocals, Todd Clarry (1997 - 2001) : guitar, vocals, Warren Cooke (1997 - 2002) : bass, Alex Lewis (2003 - 2004) : bass, backing vocals, Ben Harper (1997 - 2005) : lead guitar, Peter Mosely (2002 - 2003, 2004 - 2007) : bass, vocals, Sean O'Donnell of Reeve Oliver(2010–2012) : bass guitar, backing vocals
The band released their first album, Midget Tossing, in 1997 but with not much success.
Around that time their lead singer was replaced by Ryan Key who convinced the band that they couldn't be successful in Florida, so they decided to move to Southern California.
The new group released their debut album, One for the Kids (Lobster Records), in 2001, and followed up with The Underdog EP (Fueled by Ramen Records) in 2002.
Yellowcard signed with Capitol Records in 2003 and released Ocean Avenue, which is their most successful album to date.
Soon after, bassist Alex Lewis was let go by the band. Pete Mosely who had produced and played bass on most of the songs on Ocean Avenue took over on bass.
The Yellowcard popularity "skyrocketed" after this period, with a song from Ocean Avenue, Breathing appearing in the game Burnout 3: Takedown.
Lights and Sounds was released in January 2006. The title track, Lights and Sounds, was the first single released off the album. It is also featured on the game Burnout Revenge. How I Go features Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks.
In 2005 the guitarist Ben Harper left the band. He chose to work with his record label TAKEOVER RECORDS and has signed bands since his departure. He was replaced by Ryan Mendez (formerly of Staring Back) shortly before the Lights & Sounds tour began.
Paper Walls released on July 17th, 2007. Light Up the Sky was the first single released off this album. The album debuted at No. 13 on the U.S. Billboard 200 selling about 40,000 copies in its first week. After their tour for Paper Walls in 2008, the band went on hiatus for almost 2 years.
While touring for Paper Walls, Peter Mosely announced in a MySpace blog message that he would be leaving Yellowcard. . Josh Portman took over on bass until the reformation of Yellowcard in 2010, upon which Sean O'Donnell became the bass player.
Yellowcard's official Facebook page announced on August 1, 2010, that the band has reformed and will be working on a new record. When You're Through With Thinking, Say Yes released on March 22, 2011. On October 24, 2011, the band released an acoustic version of the album.
Sean O'Donnell left the band in early 2012, replaced by Josh Portman.
Southern Air was released on August 14, 2012. It debuted at 10 on the US Billboard top 200, making this their second album to debut in the top 10 and their second-highest debut. The album's first single, Always Summer, was released May 22, 2012. Here I Am Alive was released July 31 as the second single.
An acoustic version of Ocean Avenue was recorded for the album's tenth anniversary. The album was released on August 13, 2013.
On March 13, 2014, the band announced that drummer and founding member Longineu Parsons III had left the band. Parson's departure left Sean Mackin as the only remaining original member of the band.
On August 4, 2014, Yellowcard announced that the next album would be titled Lift a Sail. On August 19, 2014, the band released the first single, One Bedroom. Lift a Sail released October 7, 2014. The album is a notable change of sound for the band, moving away from pop-punk.
On June 7, 2016, the band announced on Facebook that its next album would be a self-titled album. Yellowcard was released on September 30, 2016. On June 24, 2016, the band released the lead single titled Rest in Peace.
On June 25, 2016, the band announced on via its website that the group would be breaking up after a final tour, stating: "Please come and join us on our last trip around the globe. We hope to share this final record and tour with each and every one of you." The band's final show was on March 25, 2017 in Anaheim, CA.
In 2019, it was reported that they were suing American rapper Juice WRLD over his hit song 'Lucid Dreams'.
Light Up the Sky
Yellowcard Lyrics
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And all of the noise - I am silence
We already know how it ends tonight
You run in the dark through a firefight
And I would explode just to save your life
Yeah, I would explode
Let me light up the sky
Let me tell you why
I would die for you
Let me light up the sky
I can't find a wall to pin this to
They're all coming down since I've found you
I just wanna be where you are tonight
I run in the dark looking for some light
And how will we know if we just don't try
We won't ever know
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me tell you why
I would die for you
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me make this mine
I'll ignite for you
Let me light up the sky
Just for you tonight
Let me help you fly
'Cause you won't have time
To cover your eyes
Or get your disguise
They won't ask you why
They'll just watch you die
And it's still so hard to be who you are
So you play this part
And the show goes on
But you've come this far with a broken heart
Yeah, you've come this far
And you're broken
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me tell you why
I would die for you
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me make this mine
I'll ignite for you
I'll ignite for you
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me tell you why
I would die for you
And it's still so hard to be who you are
But you've come this far with a broken heart
And it's still so hard to be who you are
But you've come this far and you're broken
Let me light up the sky
Let me light up the sky
The song "Light Up the Sky" by Yellowcard is a powerful and emotional message about the strength of love and the lengths that someone is willing to go to protect and care for another person. The opening lines present an interesting contrast between two individuals, one who chooses to live a chaotic and noisy life, while the other offers silence and stability, even in the face of danger. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency, as the two run together through a gunfight, with one person willing to explode to save the other's life.
The chorus of the song offers a hopeful message, as the singer acknowledges the difficulties of being who you are and fighting through life's challenges with a broken heart, but expresses their willingness to light up the sky and make sacrifices for the person they love. The bridge of the song offers a powerful reflection on the hard work and sacrifice involved in playing a role or putting on a show for others, but ultimately, it is a tribute to the strength of the human spirit to rise above even the toughest of circumstances.
The song's emotional depth and heart-wrenching lyrics have made it a fan favorite and have helped it to become an anthem for those who have struggled through heartbreak, loss, and difficult times. Overall, "Light Up the Sky" is a powerful testament to the strength of love and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
You're making a choice to live like this
You are choosing to live your life in this way
And all of the noise - I am silence
I am the calm in the midst of chaos
We already know how it ends tonight
We know what the outcome will be this evening
You run in the dark through a firefight
You run through danger, hoping to survive
And I would explode just to save your life
I would do anything to keep you safe
Let me light up the sky
Let me bring some light into your life
Light it up for you
Illuminate your path
Let me tell you why
I will explain my reasons
I would die for you
I am willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for you
I can't find a wall to pin this to
I have no one to blame for my feelings
They're all coming down since I've found you
My defenses are crumbling because of you
I just wanna be where you are tonight
I want to be close to you this evening
I run in the dark looking for some light
I am searching for hope in the midst of darkness
And how will we know if we just don't try
We won't know the outcome unless we take a chance
Let me make this mine
Let me take ownership of this situation
I'll ignite for you
I am willing to spark a fire for you
Just for you tonight
This is all for you, just this evening
Let me help you fly
Let me assist you in reaching your goals
'Cause you won't have time
There is no time to waste
To cover your eyes
You won't be able to shield yourself from what's to come
Or get your disguise
You won't have a chance to hide from the truth
They won't ask you why
No explanations will be necessary
They'll just watch you die
Others might observe your downfall without intervening
And it's still so hard to be who you are
Being true to yourself can still be challenging
So you play this part
You act a certain way to fit in
And the show goes on
Life continues moving forward
But you've come this far with a broken heart
You've faced adversity and heartbreak, but you keep persevering
Let me tell you why
I want to explain my feelings to you
And you're broken
You feel damaged or hurt
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LONGINEU WARREN III PARSONS, PETER MICHAEL MOSELY, RYAN MICHAEL MENDEZ, SEAN MICHAEL WELLMAN-MACKIN, WILLIAM RYAN KEY
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You're making a choice to live like this
And all of the noise - I am silence
We already know how it ends tonight
You run in the dark through a firefight
And I would explode just to save your life
Yeah, I would explode
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me tell you why
I would die for you
Let me light up the sky
I can't find a wall to pin this to
They're all coming down since I've found you
I just wanna be where you are tonight
I run in the dark looking for some light
And how will we know if we just don't try
We won't ever know
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me tell you why
I would die for you
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me make this mine
I'll ignite for you
Let me light up the sky
Just for you tonight
Let me help you fly
'Cause you won't have time
To cover your eyes
Or get your disguise
They won't ask you why
They'll just watch you die
And it's still so hard to be who you are
So you play this part
And the show goes on
But you've come this far with a broken heart
Yeah, you've come this far
And you're broken
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me tell you why
I would die for you
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me make this mine
I'll ignite for you
I'll ignite for you
Let me light up the sky
Light it up for you
Let me tell you why
I would die for you
And it's still so hard to be who you are
But you've come this far with a broken heart
And it's still so hard to be who you are
But you've come this far and you're broken
Let me light up the sky
Let me light up the sky
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Songwriters: Longineu Warren Iii Parsons / Peter Michael Mosely / Ryan Michael Mendez / Sean Michael Wellman-Mackin / William Ryan Key
Light Up the Sky lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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@belugaandlatebird9373
2022 and still here listening. Never gets old ☺
@briancrosby160
Just try to not get jaded by nostalgia
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So Fog Away does remove the Fog of War lol and there are Chickens in the Sea? Lol
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😎here we are!!!🤙🏻
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Never forget 2023 New year New Life
@rustyshackleford6143
When I was first dating my now wife this song was what I played and sang to her while we were driving around on our third date. 14 years later, 10 years of marriage, and two kids later I found it on her playlist in the car the other day. I think I’m going to play it for my daughters one day when I tell them about how me and their mother courted one another.
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Lies
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@@kyleAdshade I kid you not, our third kid is due in two months.
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