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PANIC!		#1 Posted : 19 November 2011 08:57:57(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		Release Date: November 25th, 2011 Recorded: December 2010 - October 2011 Avatar Studios (New York City, New York) Capitol Studios (Hollywood, California) Blackbird Studio (Nashville, Tennessee) Genre: Rock, blues, alternative, indie rock, pop Length: 81:42 Label: Studio60 Records Producer: Ryan Ross Hernandez (also executive) Singles from Running Changes 1. "My Life Is Not My Own" Released: September 5th, 2011 2. "RISE from the Burning Ashes" Released: October 2nd, 2011 3. "These Questions of Who We Are" Released: November 13th, 2011 4. "The Greatest Love Stories Have No Clocks" Released: November 28th, 2011 Background Running Changes is the forth studio album by American singer-songwriter Ryan Ross Hernandez, set to be released worldwide on November 25, 2011 by Studio60 Records. Although it shares the rock and old-school blues influences of his previous albums, Running Changes was further shaped by post-Britpop bands such as Coldplay, Oasis, and The Verve. Hernandez has confirmed that the album is the least of his that give into the "Top 40 pop radio agenda", saying that, "all my albums before Running Changes has had that big radio number. I've always had that one song that I can go into a meeting with label executives and tell them 'this is gonna be the hit on the album,' on this record I have no idea if such sing even exist." The album's central theme that goes with the album title, is about growing older, and typifies the near dormant tradition of the confessional singer-songwriter, exploring themes of anger, revenge, unfaithfulness, heartbreak, self-examination, and forgiveness. Hernandez began composing material for a forth album as early as December 2010, less than a month from the date his previous album, Let a Man Be Lost was released. The singer-songwriter admitted that he suffered from writer's block for the first time in his career, throughout the Running Changes studio sessions. He said "I got somewhat cynical at times during making this album, which hasn't happened since my first album. I actually wanted to go out and do certain things just because I thought I was going to have a great song from it later. It's almost as though I need a constant struggle and anxiety riding on my back, to be a successful songwriter." Ryan Ross Hernandez admits he prefers Let a Man Be Lost to his new album Running Changes, "I know that I'm supposed to say that my newest is the best one. Bullshit," he says, "Running Changes is my most important album in terms of me growing as a songwriter, but overall, Let a Man Be Lost is the best thing I've ever done." Influence and Sound At the earliest recording sessions, Running Changes sound direction was going to be one inspired by old-school folk artists such as Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Crosby, Stills & Nash, and American country music. Ryan developed an appreciation for the genre, praising what he described as the immediacy of the themes and the straightforward narrative structure of many of the songs he listened to. While the sound changed to a more adult contemporary sound, many folk inspired songs were written and demoed, Hernandez now hinting that those songs could be used for the follow-up to Running Changes. The change of musical styling occurred when Hernandez found a love for the piano. Before Running Changes, Hernandez only had a basic working knowledge when it comes to piano. The musician had a professional pianist come into the studio and further expand his skills. While most of the songs aren't entirely composed on the piano, the majority of the songs have appearances of the instrument. Hernandez said of the sound of the album, "Everything on [the album] is precisely calibrated to transcend genres, to withstand trends ... It's slightly angled toward alternative, even more toward indie. It's arch without being unpleasant." The album incorporated the saxophone, lap steel guitar, organ, harp and violins in its exploration of post-Britpop, piano rock and soul music, as well as alternative pop and gospel infused rock music. The singer stated that the album's eclectic musical range is "all tied together by [his] voice", and that his lack of a definitive sound gave the album a kind of "mix-tape vibe." Song structure Running Changes comprises mainly slow and mid-tempo ballads and torch songs, characterized by bold melodies and chest-clutching singing. Hernandez states that a shortcoming of his previous albums was his tendency as a singer-songwriter to cloud his songs with extensive references and metaphors. However, on Running Changes he aimed for a less-is-more approach, reflected in the sparse, minimalist instrumentation found in the majority of the songs on the album. In interviews where he spoke about the album, he used the phrase "simplicity is not stupidity," to describe the instrumentation. Lyrical themes Ryan Ross Hernandez's lyrics on Running Changes detail ambivalence, missed connections, unfaithfulness, relationship with friends and family, fear of growing older, concerns about leading a hollow life, the passage of young adulthood, and despondency. "Running Changes in some ways, picks off where Let a Man Be Lost left off. I feel this album is less about love conflicts, and loneliness, and coming to terms with oneself, and more so about figuring out what you want for yourself for the next five, ten years of your life." The topic of women continues to be prevalent on his albums, with songs concerning past and potential lover ("The Story of a Misunderstood Man (Part II)", "It's Not An Ending (Rather a New Beginning)"), about love affairs ("Somewhere Between Love and Passing the Time"), and temptation ("Those Who Don't Learn From History"), and enamour with them ("These Questions of Who We Are", "The Greatest Love Stories Have No Clocks"). Track listing All songs written and produced by Ryan Ross Hernandez. 1. This Is a Story of Dreams Mixed With Reality (Intro) - 4:15 2. If You Could Only Keep This Heart Beating - 4:20 3. When My Bones Grow Old and Weak (Listen to This Song) - 5:52 4. The Art of Getting By - 2:59 5. The King & Queen of Dysfunctional Fairy Tales (with Glamazon) - 4:06 6. Smoke in My Eyes - 4:02 7. RISE from the Burning Ashes - 4:54 8. Life's Scorecard - 3:19 9. These Questions of Who We Are - 5:09 10. The Story of a Misunderstood Man (Part II) - 5:21 11. Ever Growing Pains - 4:37 12. Somewhere Between Love and Passing the Time (with Ellie-Grace Summers) - 6:07 13. Those Who Don't Learn From History... - 5:47 14. Hold On, Sunshine, Tell Me How to Get Over You - 5:13 15. It's Not An Ending (Rather a New Beginning) - 4:45 16. All I Want Is Everything or Nothing at All - 5:39 17. The Greatest Love Stories Have No Clocks - 5:17 18. Life Is Just a Dream (Outro) - 2:58 iTunes bonus tracks 19. My Life Is Not My Own 20. Don't Think Twice, It's Alright (Bob Dylan cover) Deluxe edition US & Canadian bonus disc 1. My Life Is Not My Own 2. Warning Sign (Coldplay cover) 3. RISE from the Burning Ashes (live acoustic) 4. Life's Scorecard (live acoustic) 5. Somewhere Between Love and Passing the Time (solo version) 6. The King & Queen of Dysfunctional Fairy Tales (radio mix) 7. Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) [Marvin Gaye cover] 8. The Greatest Love Stories Have No Clocks (piano version) International deluxe edition 1. My Life Is Not My Own 2. RISE from the Burning Ashes (live acoustic) 3. Somewhere Between Love and Passing the Time (solo version) 4. Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long Long Time) [Elton John cover] Sample credits "The King & Queen of Dysfunctional Fairy Tales" contains samples from "Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)" as performed by Marvin Gaye. "All I Want Is Everything or Nothing at All" contains samples from "Blood Bank" as performed by Bon Iver. "The Greatest Love Stories Have No Clocks" contains elements of "Glad to Be Unhappy" as performed by Frank Sinatra. "Life Is Just a Dream (Outro)" contains samples from "Beach Chair" as performed by Jay-Z and Chris Martin. "My Life Is Not My Own" contains samples from "Feeling Good" as performed by Nina Simone. Personnel Production credits Ryan Ross Hernandez - producer, mixing, programming, engineer (strings) Chad Franscoviak - engineer, mastering Charlie Parker – engineering assistance (Capitol Studios) Justin Garrett – engineering assistance (Avatar Studios) Josh Wright – engineering assistance (TBlackbird Studio) Music credits Primary musicians Ryan Ross Hernandez - vocals, electric and acoustic guitar, piano, composer Robbie McIntosh - acoustic guitar, slide guitar, pedal steel guitar David Ryan Harris - electric guitar, backing vocals Chuck Wilson - piano, Hammond organ Sean Hartford - bass, backing vocals Aaron Sterling - drums, percussion Additional musicians Ian Matthews - pump organ, celeste, Wurlitzer electric piano Bob Reynolds - saxophone Bryan Martin - trumpet Jaime Ward - keyboards Mitchell Brady - french horn Joseph Chapman - mandolin Stephanie Bennett – harp Gustavo Delgado - horn arrangements, string arrangements, viola, violin Natalie Stewart - strings Ben Lawson – strings Emily Leaper – strings Rita Clark – strings Eleanor Fitzgerald – violin Stephen Moore – strings Julia Tillman White – choir, chorus Laurence Hall – choir, chorus Carmen Tween – choir, chorus Laura Nichols – choir, chorus Kristen Roethlisberger - choir, chorus Guest musicians Glamazon - vocals on track 5 Ellie-Grace Summers - vocals on track 12 Ashley Perry - backing vocals on tracks 11, 13 Gabriel Hunter - Roland TR-808 on track 13, vocal harmony on track 17 Additional personnel Ryan Ross Hernandez - art direction, graphic design, photography Lindsey Davis - art direction, graphic design Terry Richardson - photography Rene Martinez - guitar technician Katherine Crowe - tracking Edited by user 05 December 2011 04:02:37(UTC) \| Reason: Not specified


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GirlSpice		#2 Posted : 19 November 2011 09:12:41(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Moderators, Registered Joined: 11/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 9,033 Thanks: 5178 times Was thanked: 7399 time(s) in 2464 post(s)		Nadia: I honestly know as much about this album as everyone else, you're lucky I'm forgiving over the fact that you wouldn't let me hear any of it! With me being a huge fan, it was a painful wait, I'm not gonna lie, but from the amount of tracks we're getting, it most definitely looks to be worth it. But apart from that, what I do know is that you've put pretty much everything you have into this record, and I'm certain that the music is gonna show that. Bring on November 25th! :)
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PANIC!		#3 Posted : 19 November 2011 10:25:56(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		Originally Posted by: GirlSpice Nadia: I honestly know as much about this album as everyone else, you're lucky I'm forgiving over the fact that you wouldn't let me hear any of it! With me being a huge fan, it was a painful wait, I'm not gonna lie, but from the amount of tracks we're getting, it most definitely looks to be worth it. But apart from that, what I do know is that you've put pretty much everything you have into this record, and I'm certain that the music is gonna show that. Bring on November 25th! :) Ryan: I know honey, I'm an horrible boyfriend. It's worth the wait though. It's a little shorter than a feature length film for all the people who complained about the 90 minute run time of my last album. You for one can bid on that, I've neglected you many times to put work on this record and I guess I'm sorry about that..? You of all people should be excited, if I've heard correctly, the media is calling this the "Nadia Berry album." ;)



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PANIC!		#4 Posted : 28 November 2011 05:41:51(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		This Is a Story of Dreams Mixed With Reality (Intro) I am an old, old sailor On a sailboat as old and beaten as my bones I'm slowly floating nowhere soon Lost the memories of how I got here and why I'm alone The Atlantic ocean is churning I lay down and see a million stars burning the sky Planetariums were right about the sky Just turn a light on and off to see darkness falling Once upon a day, I set off on a journey Alone I wished for the wind to take me far away from home Now I've been lost at sea for thirteen years The water's my enemy, it's hard to believe, I won't always be alone There was a time when I had dreams Remember when the Summer sun was bright and centered on me But even it grow up and settled down I use to count my steps, all across through the land Use to size the world in my hands Even the world fell behind the line that meets the stars Once upon a day, I set off on a journey Alone I wished for the wind to take me far away from home Now I've been lost at sea for thirteen years The water's my only enemy, it's hard to believe, I won't always be alone I'm stuck inside this storm, taking in the winds Now my sail has been tore In humanized words, the ends I made are not my own Hard to say, "I won't always be alone" On a sailboat I am A hopeless traveler battling the sea storms Strangely enough, I hope Someday my sailboat sinks and I wash up on someone else's shore (OOC: Today I'll post all the lyrics to the songs on the album, then throughout the week, descriptions and song analysis and all that stuff will also be seen here.)



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PANIC!		#5 Posted : 28 November 2011 05:50:04(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		If You Could Only Keep This Heart Beating I've seen the words I've written tattooed On the arms of strangers, just to let me know They too have watched their love die, But dug it up later when they found that house with balloons I said, "you need to scare to believe in her." I said, "you need a diamond ring to belong to her." Yeah! I've lived alone and found some peace of mind I want the peacefulness that slips me into a deep sleep Somewhere in a suburban home, north of Florida, and just east of California. 'Cause science is a pointless philosophy, you'll never reach for the stars, So someone give me hope that the sun is brighter somewhere else, But the beating of my heart is unsteady and untrustworthy. I'll set down all my money on the coffee table I've never lied to you, now have I yet? I'll build the road paved in gold though it'll take me sometime. When you decided to risk it all, do you want a new experience? Was it worth the heartache? The lies? The late-night fights? I need to know what you ever saw in me. I've lived alone and found some peace of mind I want the peacefulness that slips me into a deep sleep Somewhere in a suburban home, north of Florida, and just east of California. 'Cause science is a pointless philosophy, you'll never reach for the stars, So someone give me hope that the sun is brighter somewhere else, But the beating of my heart is unsteady and untrustworthy. Subliminal messages slip through the speakers, don't they? I'll take a cab across every single city and their state. I hardly can keep this heart beating, if only you could keep this heart beating I would let my guard down, and just enjoy the little things in life. Don't you start to doubt me. I need a few days to myself to learn how to breathe 'Cause what if the man heard last year is the man I'm meant to be? I need the waves to crash against my knees and bring me to my knees. (My head can only rest, post-coital) (My head can only rest, post-coital) (My head can only rest, post-coital) Can I find some peace in somebody else? (My head can only rest, post-coital) (My head can only rest, post-coital) (My head can only rest, post-coital) I've lived alone and found some peace of mind I want the peacefulness that slips me into a deep sleep Somewhere in a suburban home, north of Florida, and just east of California. 'Cause science is a pointless philosophy, you'll never reach for the stars, So someone give me hope that the sun is brighter somewhere else, But the beating of my heart is unsteady and untrustworthy. I've lived alone and found some peace of mind I want the peacefulness that slips me into a deep sleep Somewhere in a suburban home, north of Florida, and just east of California. 'Cause science is a pointless philosophy, you'll never reach for the stars, So someone give me hope that the sun is brighter somewhere else, But the beating of my heart is unsteady and untrustworthy.



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PANIC!		#6 Posted : 28 November 2011 05:59:20(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		When My Bones Grow Old and Weak (Listen to This Song) Oh kid, I was so young once I had so much love that I traded it for everlasting freedom meaning I'm not married nor have kids so I pass by a window store and I have a mental breakdown when I could not remember the man I saw So I walk up to your front porch And I lay down And I let the dust gather around me Just... wait My knees have taken a beating But I'm still on my feet And I'm begging just please I know it doesn't matter 'cause I wanted this And when the world ends I know it won't, 'cause we all want things Please... Oh old woman, you are now married with two lovely kids and Have the life I could never give you 'Cause I always ran away, right before the good part And bitter tears, their in my left eye The weather gets so cold as the year ends, I have to sleep all day to not think Just... run My knees have taken a beating But I'm still on my feet And I'm begging just please I know it doesn't matter 'cause I wanted this And when the world ends I know it won't, 'cause we all want things And right about then is as good as any other to pray for time The world we know, If the world is lost. If the world is lost. If the world is lost. If the world is lost. If the world is lost. If the world is lost. [continue until fade] I said I've got the prescription pills if you'd to feel right I can't decide if you're as lost as I am, too I said I've got the prescriptions pills if you'd to feel right I can't decide if you're as lost as I am, too I said I've got the prescriptions pills if you'd to feel right I can't decide if you're as lost as I am, too [continue until fade]



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PANIC!		#7 Posted : 28 November 2011 06:05:48(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		The Art of Getting By Tonight, I need sometime on my own To be just me in my home alone I got a pocketful of California green So no ones gonna tell me no Do you remember the old me? The one in the band with skinny jeans I wish I still had time to go back and reminisce Too bad you can't re-write history It's gonna be a long, long time, 'fore you ever see me again It's gonna be a long, long time, 'fore you ever see me again I don't remember this city or these faces But then again I don't even remember who I use to be I'm gonna go back to my old ways Call every girl that I've ever fucked Who'd ever thought that they'd all grown up Tonight, I'm gonna smoke myself to sleep Nothing wrong with having meaningless sex Meeting all of the P.Y.T's under the city lights I'll bed them all until fate sends me a sign Wait up, let me buy a pack of Trojans, then I'll be ready to go Every girl from every city is welcomed too New York City' trust fund babies And LA' aspiring actresses I don't know why anyone would ever wanna give this up But then again I've never tried hitting the brakes Now who's gonna stop me now? From planning vacations for myself Or spending Friday night getting a high all alone I ask, who's gonna stop me now? Mmhmm It's been a long, long night in London too It's been a long, long time since I've felt this free I don't remember a Nashville gal ever looking this pretty But then again I have a bad memory, and I'm a little stoned



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PANIC!		#8 Posted : 28 November 2011 06:19:26(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		The King & Queen of Dysfunctional Fairy Tales (with Glamazon) Dark Red = Glamazon Dark Blue = Ryan Ross Hernandez Black = Both I've been thinking about Setting our house on fire I just need a match and a gallon of gasoline God, I'm getting tired When I awoke there was nothing real in this life But dreams are more intoxicating than any drink or smoke I've had Honey, just grab some clothes Before I drop this match to erase the memories we made here We're two psychopaths who need some medication No, we're just crazy in love Nothing seems to turn out Something has to turn out right I'd rather die! Than let you feed upon my energy You are no friend to me After all you've done I'm still here And my vision is still blurred I'd rather die! Than ever let you walk away from this You are my antithesis You narcissist If the sex wasn't the best I wouldn't be here Well I've been thinking about All these pills I'm taking I wash them down with an ice cold beer Fuck the suggested daily dosages My bipolar tendencies make me wanna put two in your chest No, I wanna be the one stuck in your head Betrayed, I said I love you but I cast the first hit Betrayed, when the wolves creep at night we'll need a waste of space Serving as a distraction to our getaway Complaints of broken bones become our only friends I'd rather die! Than let you feed upon my energy You are no friend to me After all you've done I'm still here And my vision is still blurred I'd rather die! Than ever let you walk away from this You are my antithesis You narcissist If the sex wasn't the best I wouldn't be here Mixing some vodka with a bottle of Tylenol, I call them while I'm falling into deep sleep, tell them that I love them so, Parents left crying and aching cause I didn't even leave a note, The news reports say I'm selfish It just hurts to wake up although I left you guys a check, 'Cause I'm not fucking happy, you don't know a fucking thing about me Faking our deaths is cheating death in some way, right? (Ha, ha) I think she said she happier without me, I can't blame her cause I'm happier without me, What the hell is wrong with these girls who say their all about me? All these women from every different culture are fucking liars I really use to be a nice guy, now I'm just angry, Look at all these fake bitches who made me and broke me, I cried when I wrote this and I don't know why I think its 'cause the idea of dying is scary, I'm gonna be around forever I need more drinks and more lights, 'Cause I'm scared that this mind won't last I'd rather die! Than let you feed upon my energy You are no friend to me After all you've done I'm still here And my vision is still blurred I'd rather die! Than ever let you walk away from this You are my antithesis You narcissist If the sex wasn't the best I wouldn't be here I'm falling asleep, asleep at the wheel We're approaching that steep cliff, I'm feeling a rush If your touch could make me fall asleep it could wake me up I would die with you, life is just enough [continue until fade]



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PANIC!		#9 Posted : 28 November 2011 06:29:28(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		Smoke in My Eyes I have a pain in my throat That's burning up my voice Riding on an open highway in the desert The rain is coming down and flooding the roads Finally I can feel the breath in your body I'm keeping up running til' I see the sun rise behind your back Staying inside another night by this fire Stay up until the bottles of wine are running on empty If this fire fades out, we'll pour some alcohol and start it up again When you're running away, no, you don't look back I'm a lost soul trying to find What's this thing in my life that gives me strength To march on and fight for more than I Where is that simple day 'Fore colors broke into shades And how did I ever fade Into this life, into this life And I never want to let you down Forgive me if I lose my train of thought When all that's been mine is lost and found and lost again I promise you now, I'll come back to you all one day I'm trying to put the last four years of my life back together I've got an autobiographical story and I'm trying to tell it right I've got the desire and the kerosene I'm trying to keep the flame lit in the heart of the night That face of yours, it's one way every expression I know what you're thinking Believe me, this time is different than ever before Just pour some perfume on your neck I know time mends everything And I never want to let you down Forgive me if I lose my train of thought Why is it so hard to find the ground beneath my feet? I just keep on falling as I try to get away From this crazy world Mornin' comes And sometimes waking up is just enough to get by When all that you love Is in front of your eyes I'm in front of your eyes I don't know where my old friends gone I've lost myself in a sad, sad song Tell the world it won't be long 'Til this phase ends Someday



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PANIC!		#10 Posted : 28 November 2011 06:35:07(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		RISE from the Burning Ashes There are things we don't talk about Rather live without And keep that bright toothpaste smile. We are young, We fall in and out of love, Both ashamed and proud of our history. If sorrow is an art, I should hold the jailer's key So let the tears stream down your face and smear your make-up, Death is the only thing in life we cannot escape. Love is like a warm blanket, but it can wear and tear Could it be worse? The lights are blinding and your clock breaks, She becomes my best friend. I wanna love her, Yet I don't know if I can. I'm wise enough to know that something is broken And I'll try to fix it Trying to put the pieces, Any way I can. I'll paint you pictures, That you're the queen of this city As far as my bad vision sees. I will be your savior With all that's crumbling, To steady your shaky hands. The lights are blinding and your clock breaks And we're as high as the Empire State And I am trying to fix you. And it's okay to cry We've all lost something we ache to have back Tears stream down on your face And darlin' It's okay to cry We've all lost something we ache to have back Tears stream down on your face And darlin' You and me are diving into the deep in end Together You and me are jumping from the highest ledge Together You and me are driving off the cliff Together And singing "Love it takes time, it takes time." The lights are blinding and your clock breaks And we're as high as the Empire State And I am trying to fix you



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PANIC!		#11 Posted : 28 November 2011 06:48:02(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		Life's Scorecard I can't stand to see you in this state The bed sheets are soaked with the tears that you've shed There's a lesson to be learned here So let me see your face, and shut off your tears Just listen You should learn to get lost in the beauty Of everything this land has to offer 'Cause the world ain't half as bad As the politicians and poets paint it to be You know, these moments are nothing new Bad news has never told you when it'll come Except at 6 and 11 on your television screens You should not worry, the circle of your closes Will stand for the silver lining and all that is good You should learn to get lost in the beauty Of everything this land has 'Cause the world ain't half as bad As the politicians and poets paint it to be "Life, life is just a scorecard Pencil in your little marks Into every little square You will see At the end of your timeline The good outweighs the bad" You should learn to get lost in the beauty Of everything this land has 'Cause the world ain't half as bad As the politicians and poets paint it to be The storm at sea tries to come and wreck my world, No I'm strong enough now not to let it I might stumble to escape, through anchored window drapes, made of bedding You should learn to get lost in the beauty Of everything this land has 'Cause the world ain't half as bad As the politicians and poets paint it to be



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PANIC!		#12 Posted : 28 November 2011 07:06:29(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		These Questions of Who We Are I run to where you are, I run I run to tell you I'm sorry Open those eyes to tell you, Tell you how bright you shine in my eyes My body was aching to find you I'm gonna need you more than you need me Tell you how far apart you are from the rest So let's stay up all night, and curl your neck on my shoulder As we lay in silence of the aftershock of unfaithfulness Oh, let's bury the hatchet I'll be your open parachute While we figure out who we are 'Cause when I searched for a place to rest my heart You were there that night to wear it from the start And just listen to every breath I take It's saying "'cause you were all yellow" I know you have questions You want to find, the missing pieces I've kept from you I was just frightened For it would bring up, these questions of who we are But my voice can't speak for what actions commit I tell you I love you, Please don't ask about what happened on the other side of the ocean I can show you that this is who I really am I can't be both the hero and the villain of the story, The devil in my ear says, "you're in over your head" 'Cause when I searched for a place to rest my heart You were there that night to wear it from the start And just listen to every breath I take It's saying "look at the stars, look how they shine for you" Ooooohhhhhhh [x4] I can't get enough of you Yoooooooooou are [x4]



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infinite135		#13 Posted : 28 November 2011 07:13:14(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 23/02/2010(UTC) Posts: 1,909 Location: Zoo Station Thanks: 293 times Was thanked: 328 time(s) in 157 post(s)		Ladies and Gentlemen; the best solo artist in the world, hands down. Watching you mature from the poppy (but brilliant) days of PANIC! to the sophisticated tunes of today has been one of the great musical highlights of my life. I'd even compare your career arc to John Lennon's, honestly. If any sex icon was to collaborate with my girlfriend, I'm honored that it was you. I just don't think I want to know what went on during those recording sessions. - Eric Quillington OOC: Absolutely brilliant, mate! I'm amazed by how many songs you've written for this album. Can't wait to see the rest!
		Kid Anything- Indie/Britpop/Shoegaze; influenced by Sigur Ros, XXYYXX, Kanye West, Blur, Oasis (Bringing together an eclectic group of influences, Ulysses' songs are sung with carefree abandon by Nick Junk) Kurt Ulysses - Songwriter, Guitarist, Backup Vocalist Nick Junk - Vocals, Mojo Infinite- Alternative/Experimental Rock; influenced by Muse, Radiohead, and The Beatles (Known best for their experimental music and their frontman's eccentric behavior, the band disbanded after Eric Quillington's death to pursue solo careers or, in Matt Robert's case, peace of mind. Infinite released four albums over the course of their career; Blue Nebula, Midnight Skies, Insomnia, and Dancing about Architecture.) Eric Quillington (Deceased) - Lead Vocals, Lead Guitar, Piano, Primary Lyricist Matt Roberts - Bass Greg Oldson - Drums, Backup Vocals, Secondary Lyricist Amelia Florentine - Keyboards, Piano, Lyricist, Backup Vocals "When asked 'how do you write?' I invariably answer, 'one word at a time', and this answer is invariably dismissed. But that's all it is. It sounds too simple to be true, but consider the Great Wall of China, if you will: one stone at a time, man. That's all. One stone at a time. But I've read you can see that motherfucker from space without a telescope." - Stephen King

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GirlSpice		#14 Posted : 28 November 2011 07:26:47(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Moderators, Registered Joined: 11/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 9,033 Thanks: 5178 times Was thanked: 7399 time(s) in 2464 post(s)		Glamazon: Believe it or not, it was actually a great experience to work with you in the studio, I had my doubts at first, but we managed to make an amazing song, and I didn't even have the urge to strangle you. As well as our song, everything else so far has been equally as impressive... what the fuck? How do you do it? Damn. I'd also like to assure my boyfriend that nothing happened in the studio. OOC: I think with these lyrics, you could easily be classed as the best writer on the forum, everything that I've read so far is incredible. Looking forward to seeing the rest! :)
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Laurelles1		#15 Posted : 28 November 2011 07:32:06(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Moderators, Registered Joined: 09/11/2009(UTC) Posts: 8,329 Location: Floating about on an iceberg somewhere Thanks: 436 times Was thanked: 407 time(s) in 288 post(s)		OOC: Seriously, this is depressingly good. I don't know how anyone's supposed to follow those lyrics :(
		Awards (stroking myself and thinking I'm superior): @Chaos awards: Best Band - Mind Best Album - Shattered Fairytale by Mind Technical Ecstasy - Jason Smith (x3) Best Solo Male - Jason Smith Birdies: Best Producer - Jason Smith
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genocidal king		#16 Posted : 28 November 2011 07:32:59(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Moderators, Registered Joined: 21/07/2009(UTC) Posts: 54,407 Location: Leeds, England Thanks: 3469 times Was thanked: 11549 time(s) in 5886 post(s)		Katie: Big bro! I love it. This is incredible work. Your lyrics give me a little feeling in my chest...it's like...wow. I really love it, so much! Just...amazing Ryan. You always hit the bullseye and this is no exception at all. You are the top artist on the planet. No doubt about it! Ooc: Brilliant lyrics man. These are really really awesome. Probably the best ever seen on here.


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PANIC!		#17 Posted : 28 November 2011 07:49:45(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		The Story of a Misunderstood Man (Part II) This story sounds like those old vinyl records you own As Dylan sings, "I could hold you for a million years, to make you feel my love" You wake up by his side And you struggle just to smile back The fairytale he plants inside your head Grows large and becomes your best friend when he's not there But he promises he'll be there before the story ends What do I have to do to make you wake up and realize She can't love you like me? Just spend the entire night by my side Wine has always tasted bitter on my lips I'm tired of being lonely You act as if I don't give you what you need Here it comes, another call from her There is something you should know I don't have put myself through this pain Baby, why don't you stay with me? There will come a time When she will leave my arms and you can enter mine I'll carry you to the finish line This life time has barely begun Put a little trust in me I pray you keep me in the bright side of your mind Stare at the minute hand, when the sun begins to set I will be there Unfaithfulness is a misunderstood friend of mine But I can tell you Someday I'll have to choose and I'll pick Just spend the entire night by my side Wine has always tasted bitter on my lips I'm so tired of being lonely You act as if I don't give you what you need Here it comes, another call from her There is something you should know I don't have put myself through this pain Baby, why don't you stay with me? We've reached our boiling point My pride won't let me fall victim no more And I think I know what I have to do You keep wasting every minute I've given you With lies and promises I can barely breathe anymore She'll always get the best of you Next time you wanna leave her bed Find yourself another fool to hurt It'll get cold before the dusk I will touch your perfect grace and carry on 'Cause with every breath you take You'll soon be the only light I see Believe me, I'm only a liar on weekdays Just spend the entire night by my side Wine has always tasted bitter on my lips I'm so tired of being lonely You can't give me what I know I need When you fight with her There is something you should know I'm not gonna live this way anymore Baby, why don't you stay with me?



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Osprey037[Reported Failure]		#18 Posted : 28 November 2011 07:52:55(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 03/04/2010(UTC) Posts: 2,348 Thanks: 1149 times Was thanked: 1780 time(s) in 805 post(s)		OOC: If I was great at RP I'd do something like this. Billie: This is honestly the best thing I've heard in such a long time. One of the best albums all year. No question about it.
		I might give Satan a swirly

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PANIC!		#19 Posted : 28 November 2011 07:55:02(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		OOC: Wow, thank you to all that have liked the lyrics. It took me over three years since I've been on the forums to actually begin writing lyrics. It's definitely been time consuming and I haven't been great with meeting deadlines I've set for myself lol. But I'm happy with the outcoming and I'm glad that the ones I've posted so far, you've enjoyed. In my personal taste, the last few songs are the best lyrically, but I'll let you all be the judge of that, haha.


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PANIC!		#20 Posted : 28 November 2011 08:26:04(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Registered Joined: 13/02/2009(UTC) Posts: 5,333 Thanks: 3396 times Was thanked: 2794 time(s) in 1027 post(s)		Ever Growing Pains (Wake up) (You know) (It's a new start) I wish you'd trip And fall in concrete cement Maybe that will make you Feel something else 'Cause people in this town listen to hair bands And wear feathers and neon clothes But I don't have any friends Named Scott or Smith But Blood still rushes to my Mind But do you know why I will run Infinite miles When it's raining where you are? I'm asleep now And you just fell down Do you know that I can't live a life if you're not by my side? So if you're a mind reader, Can you tell me why I'm here? Can you feel my fears? Do these women know I will say anything to got them in bed? Yeah, you know I'm no good Yeah, you know if lying was an art, I'd be an artist dear My fears wear heavy dear Do these women know I will say anything to got them in bed? 'Cause you, you help me rest at night You, just let me sleep at night At night... If lighting strikes my heart again, I'll feel young again someday If lighting strikes my heart again, Oh, I'll feel young again someday If lighting strikes my heart again, Hell, I'll feel young again someday If lighting strikes my heart again, How, I'll feel young again someday If lighting strikes my heart again, This time I'll get on one knee and ask you, babe If lighting strikes my heart again, This time I'll get on one knee and ask, babe (Ha, ha) (I'm just playing though)



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