Backstory:
Formed in the gloomy back alleys of Seattle in 2011, Usable Disappointment was the brainchild of a group of friends bound by their mutual love for music and their shared disdain for the monotony of life. The band was created as a way to channel their frustration and disappointment into something they could consider ‘usable’. Thus, the name Usable Disappointment was chosen. The band comprises of lead vocalist Roy, guitarist Mike, bassist Sandy, and drummer Tim. Despite their contrasting personalities, they managed to connect on a deep level and used their collective creativity to produce an eclectic mix of music that soon caught the attention of the local music scene.

Genre:
Alternative Rock

Title:
“Drowning In The Shallow”

Full song lyrics:

Verse 1 (Am, C, G, D):
In the depth of the shallow end, (Am)
I find myself again, (C)
Surrounded by the echoes, (G)
Of what could have been. (D)

Chorus (C, G, Am, F):
Are we just drowning, drowning in the shallow? (C)
Our dreams washed away, in the undertow. (G)
We’re just usable disappointments, (Am)
Finding comfort in the sorrow. (F)

Verse 2 (Am, C, G, D):
Against the tide, we fight, (Am)
With all our might, (C)
But the currents of reality, (G)
Pull us back into the night. (D)

Chorus (C, G, Am, F):
Are we just drowning, drowning in the shallow? (C)
Our hopes sinking in the hollow. (G)
We’re just usable disappointments, (Am)
Embracing the morrow. (F)

Band’s Favorite Fan:
The band’s favorite fan is Mary, a university student from Minneapolis. Mary discovered Usable Disappointment while going through a particularly tough time in her life and their music resonated with her. She felt a deep connection to the band’s lyrics, which she describes as “painfully beautiful”.

Testimonial:
“I stumbled upon Usable Disappointment in the darkest period of my life. Their music, especially ‘Drowning In The Shallow’, became my solace. It felt as if they understood my struggles and frustrations. Their raw, powerful lyrics combined with the deeply moving compositions made me feel seen and heard. They’re not just a band for me, they’re a beacon of hope.”