When most people think of heroes, their viewpoint is inclined towards famous scientists, important historical figures, or even a cherished family member, mine however, resides within the hearts of many rebellious teenagers across America. BRING ME THE HORIZON’s lead vocalist and lyricist, Oliver Sykes, is one of the most recognizable rock-stars in the current generation for hardcore, punk-rock music. Sykes’ success was just the tip of the iceberg because underneath all the fame and riches, he was a heartbroken drug-addict in recovery. Sykes’ transition from an irrational, boorish being to an admired, docile rock-star reinforces that anything is possible by applying hard work and determination. Through his influential punk music, persistent attitude, and unwavering integrity, Oliver Sykes perfectly exemplifies the qualities of the USA.
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Sykes was fixated on the idea of having people accept their depression and fight it, rather than trying to block out the darkness. He believed he could reach out to the victims of various mental disorders by letting his music alleviate their pain and console them. His first successful outreach had taken flight when his band released their debut album, Count Your Blessings in 2006. The entirety of the album was engaged on the subject of heartbreak and untrustworthiness because Sykes wanted to consort people going through the same things he was experiencing at the time. The phenomenal feedback he received from his first album inspired him to keep composing more sentimental, consoling music. Throughout the next decade, Sykes and his band had saved many victims of suicide contemplation, depression, and even drug
Sykes was fixated on the idea of having people accept their depression and fight it, rather than trying to block out the darkness. He believed he could reach out to the victims of various mental disorders by letting his music alleviate their pain and console them. His first successful outreach had taken flight when his band released their debut album, Count Your Blessings in 2006. The entirety of the album was engaged on the subject of heartbreak and untrustworthiness because Sykes wanted to consort people going through the same things he was experiencing at the time. The phenomenal feedback he received from his first album inspired him to keep composing more sentimental, consoling music. Throughout the next decade, Sykes and his band had saved many victims of suicide contemplation, depression, and even drug