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The departure led to an era where the remaining member—presumably the speaker—continued Metro Station as a solo act, releasing singles and EPs. However, the relationship with Trace became strained, with public disagreements expressed via social media.
The Reality Behind the Band’s Fractures
The breakup was marked by tensions and ego clashes. The band members’ differing strengths—Trace’s charisma and front-facing persona versus the speaker’s stronger vocal abilities—created friction. They acknowledge that many issues stemmed from the pressures of fame, shared living situations, and the difficulty of maintaining friendships, especially under the stress of touring life.