Backstory:
Used Porter is a Boston-based band originated in 2006 in a small garage. The band consists of four members: lead vocalist James Porter, guitarist Eric Scott, bassist Mark Stan, and drummer Kevin James. The band was named after James Porter, who was a porter in his early life and used this experience to inspire his lyrics. Their path to fame was not an easy one, with countless gigs in small pubs and relentless practice sessions, but their music resonated with the audience because of its sincerity and raw emotion, which catapulted them to success.

Genre:
Used Porter specializes in Alternative Rock with a hint of blues, combining heavy guitar riffs with soulful lyrics that tell stories of struggle, growth, and change.

Title:
Broken Chains

Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
[G] I’ve been living in my own [C] shadow,
[Am] Walking down this road of [D] sorrow,
[G] Wearing the weight of yesterday [C],
[Am] And these broken chains I’m [D] trying to break away.

(Chorus)
[G] Broken chains, [C] carrying the weight,
[Am] Feeling the pressure, [D] no escape.
[G] But we keep on moving, [C] through the rain,
[Am] Till these broken chains [D], are just a memory in vain.

(Verse 2)
[G] Torn pages of an old [C] story,
[Am] Reflecting glory, the hope, and the [D] worry,
[G] With every struggle, we find our [C] own way,
[Am] In this journey of life, [D] there’s a price we got to pay.

(Repeat Chorus)

(Bridge)
[G] We are fighters, we are [C] dreamers,
[Am] Breaking free from old [D] schemers,
[G] And with every step, we’re [C] closer to the day,
[Am] When these broken chains [D] will finally fade away.

(Repeat Chorus)

Fan’s Testimonial:
The band’s favorite fan is named Sarah Thompson. Sarah has been following Used Porter since their early days, attending almost every gig they performed at. She has a deep-rooted connection to the band and their music, which she feels resonates with her own life experiences. She says, “Used Porter is my favorite band because their music speaks to me on a personal level. The raw emotion and honesty in their lyrics are truly inspiring. Their song ‘Broken Chains’ helped me through some tough times in my life. It speaks to the struggles we all face and the hope for a better tomorrow. I respect the band for their authenticity and their journey is a true testament to overcoming adversity.”