Bands described as "New prog" include:
* Coheed and Cambria
* 3
* Doves
* Mew
* Muse
* Mystery Jets
* Oceansize
* Pure Reason Revolution
The term in this sense is relatively new and other labels such as Post-prog have been suggested or used. The term has also been used for some earlier bands, like Radiohead. "New prog" has connections and overlap with the post-rock movement, but is distinct from the much earlier genre of neo-prog.
Survival
Muse Lyrics
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Life's a race
That I am gonna win
Yes, I am gonna win
And I'll light the fuse
And I'll never lose
And I choose to survive
Whatever it takes
You won't pull ahead
I'll keep up the pace
And I'll reveal my strength
To the whole human race
Yes I am prepared
To stay alive
And I won't forgive
Vengeance is mine
And I won't give in
Because I choose to thrive
Yeah, I'm gonna win
Race
It's a race
But I'm gonna win
Yes, I'm gonna win
And I will light the fuse
And I'll never lose
And I choose to survive
Whatever it takes
You won't pull ahead
'Cause I'll keep up the pace
And I'll reveal my strength
To the whole human race
Yes I'm gonna win
Fight
Fight
Fight
Fight
Win
Win
Win
Win, yes I'm gonna win
At its core, Muse's song "Survival" is an anthem for the will to persevere in the face of adversity. The lyrics speak to a competitive spirit and a strong sense of determination to come out on top of whatever challenge is presented. The repeated phrase "life's a race" emphasizes the competitive nature of the struggle, while the assertion that "I am gonna win" reinforces the singer's confidence in their ability to come out ahead. The chorus centers around the belief that the singer "choose[s] to survive whatever it takes," and that they will not give in to those who would try to hold them back. This is further emphasized by the repetition of "yes, I'm gonna win" in the second half of the song.
However, the attitude of the song is not purely self-centered - the singer believes that their victory can inspire others, as well. They promise to "reveal [their] strength to the whole human race," implying that they believe their triumphs and successes can motivate others to push themselves harder.
Overall, "Survival" encourages listeners to approach life with a fierce determination and a confidence in their own strength and abilities, but also to recognize the potential for their victories to inspire and motivate others.
Line by Line Meaning
Race
This is a symbolic reference to the general competition that is life.
Life's a race
The singer is saying that everything in life is a competition.
That I am gonna win
The singer is confident that they will come out on top.
Yes, I am gonna win
Reiterating the point of the previous line. The artist is positive they will win.
And I'll light the fuse
The artist is talking about igniting their competitive spirit, often visualized as lighting a fuse.
And I'll never lose
The singer is determined to come out as the winner and will do whatever it takes to achieve that.
And I choose to survive
The singer is emphasizing that they are not just competing, but also fighting to stay alive and thrive.
Whatever it takes
The artist is emphasizing that they will go to any lengths to win and survive.
You won't pull ahead
The artist is addressing their competitors directly, asserting that they will stay ahead of them and refuse to lose.
I'll keep up the pace
The artist is saying that they are committed to not slowing down and will maintain their speed throughout the competition.
And I'll reveal my strength
The singer is confident in their abilities and is promising to show their full potential during the competition.
To the whole human race
The artist is not only competing to win against their individual competitors, but is also trying to show the world their strength.
Yes I am prepared
The singer is saying that they are ready for whatever may come in the competition, mentally and physically.
To stay alive
The singer isn't just competing for an achievement, but to survive and thrive in life.
And I won't forgive
The singer is not willing to let go of any past grievances or wrongdoings during the competition, emphasizing their competitive drive.
Vengeance is mine
The artist is determined to get revenge against anyone who may have wronged them, symbolizing their competitive spirit.
And I won't give in
The artist is saying that they will never give up, even in tough times during the competition.
Because I choose to thrive
The singer is saying that they want to do more than just survive, but also thrive and come out even stronger from the competition.
Yeah, I'm gonna win
The singer ends with this definitive statement, emphasizing their confidence that they will win.
Fight
This line is a call to action, encouraging the listener to fight for their own goals and to succeed in life.
Win, yes I'm gonna win
Reiterating the artist's confidence and determination to win the competition and thrive in life.
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Written by: Matthew James Bellamy
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