awakening
01. Yellowcard Lyrics
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'Cause with the morning comes the rest of my life
And with this empty glass I will break the past
'Cause with the morning I can open my eyes
I want this to be my awakening
I give this one to you an anthem full of truth
I tell you now an epic tail of what you put me through
A melody a song about the life that you let go
I can't believe that I still care enough to write
Bottoms up tonight I drink to you and I
'Cause with the morning comes the rest of my life
And with this empty glass I will break the past
'Cause with the morning I can open my eyes
I want this to be my awakening
Yes I miss you still and probably always will
I'm living with a busted heart that I will have until
I find the strength I know it's somewhere in my bones
To pull the curtain up again and get on with this show
At least you know that I care enough to write
Bottoms up tonight I drink to you and I
'Cause with the morning comes the rest of my life
And with this empty glass I will break the past
'Cause with the morning I can open my eyes
And maybe I will see a different destiny
Like knowing you at all was only a bad dream
I want this to be my awakening
No rest for the wicked they say
Forgive me if I try to change
No rest for the wicked they say
Forgive me if I try to change
Bottoms up tonight I drink to you and I
'Cause with the morning comes the rest of my life
And with this empty glass I will break the past
'Cause with the morning I can open my eyes
And maybe I will see a different destiny
Like knowing you at all was only a bad dream
I want this to be my awakening
The lyrics of Yellowcard's song Awakening depict the singer's attempt to move on from a past heartbreak. The first verse suggests that he is using alcohol as a means of closure, declaring that he will break with his past and start anew when he wakes up the next morning. In the second verse, the singer offers a bittersweet tribute to his former love, acknowledging his lingering feelings while recognizing the need to let go. He expresses his desire for this moment to be an awakening, suggesting a newfound understanding of himself and his emotional state.
The chorus repeats the theme of the singer breaking the past and moving forward, using alcohol as a symbolic act of release. The final verse ends the song with a note of determination, as the singer declares his intentions to change and his unwillingness to let his heartbreak define him.
Overall, the lyrics of Awakening convey a sense of melancholy and longing, but with a glimmer of hope for the future. It is a relatable sentiment for anyone who has experienced heartbreak and is struggling to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
Bottoms up tonight I drink to you and I
I will drink to you tonight and what you represent in my life.
'Cause with the morning comes the rest of my life
A new day brings new hope and opportunities.
And with this empty glass I will break the past
I will use this empty glass to symbolically break away from my past and move on.
'Cause with the morning I can open my eyes
I will be able to see and face a new day without the burden of my past.
I want this to be my awakening
I hope this moment will be the awakening I need to move on and grow from my past.
Yes I miss you still and probably always will
While I miss you, I know I need to move on from our past.
I'm living with a busted heart that I will have until
I am still struggling with the pain from our past relationship.
I find the strength I know it's somewhere in my bones
I believe that I have the strength within me to move on and grow.
At least you know that I care enough to write
Although we may not be together, I still care enough to put these thoughts and emotions into words.
And maybe I will see a different destiny
I hope that I can uncover a new path for myself and move towards a different future.
Like knowing you at all was only a bad dream
I wish I could erase our past together entirely, like it was only a bad dream.
No rest for the wicked they say
There is no time for rest when you are constantly battling your past and inner demons.
Forgive me if I try to change
I hope you understand that I need to change and grow from this situation.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Longineu Warren Parsons, Ryan Michael Mendez, Ryan William Key, Sean Michael Wellman-Mackin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@RiggedandReady
Ive slept on yellowcard for quite some time now, ive always been a fan and listened to some singles and randoms songs such as ocean avenue, rough draft, empty apartments, and a few more. They were always just a band I put on the back burner, and never delved deeper into their discography.
This song really hit home, im excited to listen to the 3 or so albums I haven't heard. After yellowcard I want to revisit anberlin and listen to their most recent releases (2010+)
It's funny because yellowcard seem to be aging well, putting out a mature and enjoyable music in the vein of pop punk.
Whilist bands that I've listened to way more and I hold in higher regard due to their classic albums, have aged much worse in my opinion and have had a string of lackluster releases. e.g (Saves the day, Alkaline Trio, New found glory, Taking back sunday, say anything)
This is me, ashamed that for an entire decade I have almost completely disregarded yellowcars
@johnlloydclaro993
"I tell you now an epic tale, of what you've put me through" It was a pleasure growing up with your music, Thank you Yellowcard.
@michelledeale8786
John Lloyd Claro dido
@x0schulzy0x
this is the greatest song ever, anyone who has gone through a tough break up has to agree
@phillyfan-182
It can also be applicable to falling outs with people as well or losing your job.
@MatiNuva1724
@@phillyfan-182maybe not 'bout a job-
@americaHUMVEES
I've never found a group with lyrics anywhere near as good Yellowcard's. Ryan Key has a real talent for songwriting, and thankfully we all get to appreciate it. I'll always be a fan!
@Dandalf42
Yellowcard: changing my life one song at a time since Ocean Avenue.
@phillyfan-182
Mine too
@CentralAssassin
I will treasure Yellowcard forever <3
@shamus248
Me too