Attack
♫ 30 Seconds To Mars Lyrics
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Get tired or wasted
Surrender to nothing
Or give up what I started
And stop this
From end to beginning
A new day is coming
And I am finally free
Run away, run away
I'll attack
Run away, run away
Go change yourself
Run away, run away
I'll attack, I'll attack, I'll attack
I would've kept you forever
But we had to sever
It ended for both of us
Faster than a,
Kill off this thinking
It's starting to sink in
I'm losing control now
Without you I can finally see.
Run away, run away
I'll attack
Run away, run away
Go change yourself
Run away, run away
I'll attack, I'll attack, I'll attack
Your promises
They look like lies
Your honesty
Like a back that hides a knife
I promise you
I promise you
I am finally free
Run away, run away
I'll attack
Run away, run away
Go change yourself
Run away, run away
I'll attack, I'll attack, I'll attack
The lyrics to "Attack" by 30 Seconds to Mars suggest a theme of empowerment and self-determination. The opening lines declare that the singer will not be broken, get tired or wasted, and will not surrender or give up on what they have started. This sets the tone for the rest of the song as a rallying cry for taking control and seizing the day.
The chorus repeats the phrase "run away" but changes its meaning each time. The first iteration implies a need to flee from something, possibly a negative influence or situation. The second implies the need to change oneself, to become a stronger individual capable of standing up to challenges. The third iteration turns the phrase into an act of aggression, as the singer declares they will attack.
The verse that begins with "I would've kept you forever" takes a different direction as the singer reflects on a lost relationship. The tone is regretful, and the lyrics suggest the relationship had to end. The reference to "kill off this thinking" implies a desire to move on and let go of painful memories. The line "without you I can finally see" reinforces the theme of empowerment and taking control of one's life.
Overall, "Attack" can be seen as an anthem for self-determination, taking control of one's life, and finding the strength to overcome obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
I won't suffer, be broken
I refuse to put up with pain or defeat
Get tired or wasted
I will not exhaust myself or waste my energy
Surrender to nothing
I will never give up or surrender
Or give up what I started
I will see things through until the end
And stop this
I will not allow this situation to continue
From end to beginning
I will start anew and move on from this point forward
A new day is coming
I am optimistic that better days lie ahead
And I am finally free
I have broken the chains and am now free
I would've kept you forever
I once hoped our relationship would last forever
But we had to sever
But it was necessary for us to end things
It ended for both of us
Our relationship came to an end for both of us
Faster than a,
It happened unexpectedly and quickly
Kill off this thinking
I need to stop dwelling on our past relationship
It's starting to sink in
I am starting to come to terms with our breakup
I'm losing control now
I feel like I am losing grip of things
Without you I can finally see.
I am now beginning to see things more clearly without you
Your promises
Your commitments to me
They look like lies
But they now appear to be empty promises
Your honesty
I doubt your sincerity
Like a back that hides a knife
It's like you're hiding something from me
I promise you
I am giving you my word
I am finally free
I have moved on and am now free from the past
Run away, run away
You can try to escape this, but I will attack
Go change yourself
You need to change your ways
I'll attack, I'll attack, I'll attack
I will persist and keep fighting no matter what
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SANDY LINZER, DENNY RANDELL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@KingslayaJ
I swear that almost all of maroon 5 songs were hits
@InsanityVirus
The entire band itself is basically a top hit lmao
@rhinestonebubble
Agreed
@Hi-ei6jz
All these songs make me become nostalgic and makes me realize how nice life was.
@hiitzjustarandomperson176
Isk cold
@avanair8427
@@Hi-ei6jz I know
@Alexander12276
I just realized most of the songs i've heard as a kid was Maroon 5
@ratatouillesage
lmao same
@MegaDude8104
Lol same here
@Katehrtscriminalminds
Same