Backstory:
Awful Adjustment began as a high school jam session in the basement of the lead singer, Jake Matthews. As he teamed up with his childhood best friend and drummer, Ethan Davis, the band began to take shape. Joined by guitarist, Lily Thomas, a self-taught prodigy and a passionate bassist, Mark Green, the band was complete. They initially played at local gigs, charity events, and school festivals, gradually gaining fame for their raw energy and unfiltered expression. Their big break came when they were spotted by a local radio host during a battle of the bands. Impressed, the host invited them to perform live on his show, kick-starting their professional musical journey.
Genre:
Rock/Alternative
Title:
“Behind Iron Bars”
Full Song Lyrics:
Verse 1:
Em
He’s living in shadows, lost in the dark
Am
Searching for answers, tracing old marks
C
His life turned upside down
D
Feels like he’s wearing a crown of thorns
Chorus:
G
Behind iron bars, away from stars
D
Finding who you are, is the hardest part
Em
The light seems so far, yet it’s not too far
C
Break the bars, and follow your heart
Verse 2:
Em
The pain, the struggle, the endless fight
Am
It haunts him in the day, keeps him up at night
C
The world seems cold and stark
D
In the shadows, he sparks a light
Chorus:
G
Behind iron bars, away from stars
D
Finding who you are, is the hardest part
Em
The light seems so far, yet it’s not too far
C
Break the bars, and follow your heart
Bridge:
Em
Behind the bars, is a man so scarred
Am
Yet, his spirit never marred
C
In the cold and the dark, he found his spark
D
And he learned, the light was never far
Chorus:
G
Behind iron bars, away from stars
D
Finding who you are, is the hardest part
Em
The light seems so far, yet it’s not too far
C
Break the bars, and follow your heart
The band’s favorite fan’s name:
Chris Mitchell
Testimonial:
“I’ve been following Awful Adjustment since their first gig at a local charity event. Their energy, their raw emotions, and the deep connection they form with their audience is truly unique. ‘Behind Iron Bars’ is my favorite song of theirs; it’s about finding your identity, your strength, in the most challenging circumstances. It has helped me through some really tough times. That’s why this band will always be my favorite.”