Rise Today
Alter Bridge Lyrics
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Have we lost our way tonight?
Have we lost our hope to sorrow?
Feels like we're all alone
Running further from what's right
And there are no more heroes to follow
Where did we go wrong?
Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world
Yeah, oh yeah
Oh, won't you rise today
And change this world?
The sun is beating down
Are we ever gonna change
Can we stop the blood from running?
Our time is running out
Hope we find a better way
Before we find we're left with nothing
For every life that's taken
So much love is wasted
Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world
Yeah, oh yeah
So won't you rise today
And change
This world
Only love can set it right
This world
If only peace would never die
Seems to me that we've got each other wrong
Was the enemy just your brother all along?
Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world
Yeah, oh yeah
Oh won't you rise today
And change this world?
Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world
Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world
The opening lines of Alter Bridge's song Rise Today paint a picture of a desolate and lost world. The wind is blowing cold, and everyone seems to be running further away from what is right. The lack of heroes or role models to follow has left people feeling alone and hopeless. The singer questions what we have become and where we have gone wrong.
As the song continues, there is a sense of urgency in the lyrics. Our time is running out, and we need to find a better way before we are left with nothing. The singer urges us to rise today and change the world. Love and peace are the only things that can set things right, and it's up to us to make it happen. The closing lines of the song suggest that we have misunderstood each other and that the real enemy is not an outsider but someone who is closer than we thought.
The lyrics of Rise Today speak to the need for change in the world, and the responsibility we have as individuals to make that change a reality. The song encourages us to come together, to set aside our differences, and to work towards a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
The wind is blowing cold
The atmosphere is unpleasant, creating discomfort and uneasiness.
Have we lost our way tonight?
Are we no longer on the right path or heading towards the right direction?
Have we lost our hope to sorrow?
Are we grieving and despondent to the point of losing our ability to remain optimistic?
Feels like we're all alone
We feel isolated and as if no one is there to support us.
Running further from what's right
We are getting away from what is just and correct.
And there are no more heroes to follow
There are no more role models or people to look up to.
So what are we becoming?
We're questioning what kind of people we are turning into.
Where did we go wrong?
We're pondering where things started to go astray.
Yeah, oh yeah
A phrase used to show agreement or excitement.
I want to rise today
We want to elevate ourselves and our surroundings to a better state.
And change this world
We want to make the world a better place.
The sun is beating down
The heat from the sun is intense and scorching.
Are we ever gonna change?
Are we ever going to transform into better individuals?
Can we stop the blood from running?
Can we cease violence and bloodshed from occurring?
Our time is running out
We are running out of time to make a difference.
Hope we find a better way
We are optimistic that we will find a better path forward.
Before we find we're left with nothing
We want to act before we're left with nothing and have no hope left.
For every life that's taken
For each life lost.
So much love is wasted
There is a significant amount of love and care that is neglected or unused.
Only love can set it right
Love is the solution to fix what is wrong.
If only peace would never die
If only harmony and tranquility were permanent and never-ending.
Seems to me that we've got each other wrong
It appears that we have misunderstood and mistreated each other.
Was the enemy just your brother all along?
Was the person you considered your adversary actually your family and friend all along?
Oh won't you rise today
An invitation for others to join us in improving the world.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARK TREMONTI, MYLES KENNEDY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@LesaMacGregor
The wind is blowing cold
Have we lost our way tonight?
Have we lost our hope to sorrow?
Feels like we're all alone
Running further from what's right
And there are no more heroes to follow
So what are we becoming?
Where did we go wrong?
Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world
Yeah, oh yeah
Oh, won't you rise today
And change this world?
The sun is beating down
Are we ever gonna change
Can we stop the blood from running?
Our time is running out
Hope we find a better way
Before we find we're left with nothing
For every life that's taken
So much love is wasted
Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world
Yeah, oh yeah
So won't you rise today
And change
This world
Only love can set it right
This world
If only peace would never die
@Spitfire0110
I believe Alter Bridge is a jewel and that more people should know them.
@mnrduscolin
Finally indead !
Im 15 end this is my favorite band whit seether as well.
@TheKinjutsu
Alexis Castillo could not agree with you more mate
@JustAMag
For me GTA VC man had influence throught V rock. I guess if you grow up jamming to 80s rock you'll like anything.
@Spitfire0110
k mag 32 i love 80's rock and it was the same for me with GTA VA, that game introduced me to a lot of cool bands from that time
@JustAMag
Alexis Castillo Every V-Rock song I have playlisted for when I'm grinding destiny. I wish GTA V had a micro dlc where you can but the previous radio stations. Nothing like doing stunts listen to Too Young To Fall In Love by the Crew
@MRTJ434
Why didn't i find this band sooner. Bloody awesome band. we need more music like this. Who agrees?
@10YearsFan96
Fuck yeah bro. New album in October called The Last Hero!!
@jeffferris7844
These guys are in a league of their own, IMHO! From the first day I heard them, they have been a refreshing change from the cookie-cutter tracks that is flooding the airwaves...I tell everyone that this is 'the best band they have never heard'...now they are arguably the best band I have EVER heard...most of the time popularity will dictate how 'good' people think a band or artist is: not in this case...these guys are just plain amazing
@jeffferris7844
When they came out with the album 'Blackbird', Guitar Player magazine credited them with 'bringing back' hard rock/heavy metal