10 Years is an alternative rock/alternative metal band which formed in Knox… Read Full Bio ↴10 Years is an alternative rock/alternative metal band which formed in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States in 1999. The band consists of Jesse Hasek (vocals), Ryan Johnson (guitar), Lewis Cosby (bass) and Brian Vodinh (drums, guitar). The band is currently augmented live by Matt Brown (drums).

The band has released eight albums in their career: "Into the Half Moon" (2001), "Killing All that Holds You" (2004), "The Autumn Effect" (2005), "Division" (2008), "Feeding the Wolves" (2010), "Minus the Machine" (2012), "From Birth to Burial" (2015) and "(how to live) As Ghosts" (2017). Their biggest hit is their 2005 single "Wasteland", which reached #1 on Billboard Alternative Songs, #2 on Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks and #94 on the Billboard Hot 100. Recently in 2017, the band returned to the Mainstream Rock Chart's Top 5 with their single "Novacaine."

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10 Years Lyrics

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Looking into dark skies makes you
feel this loneliness that breaks you
But you made it through this...
But you made it through this...

The stars shine to tell you it's OK now
You're fighting, but you still can not breathe now
You made it through this...

But you made it through this...

I know you hate this
The tears roll down your face
to pale complexions
are stone and won't erase

You're eyes close every night waiting to be there
The morning fucks you're plan, when will you breathe
But you made it through this...
But you made it through this...

I know you hate this
The tears roll down your face
to pale complexions
are stone and won't erase
I know you hate this
The tears roll down your face

to pale complexions
are stone and won't erase

Overall Meaning

"When Will You Breathe" by 10 Years is a song that captures the feeling of loneliness and despair, and how sometimes, it feels like it's impossible to escape from it. The lyrics speak of looking up into dark skies and feeling overwhelmed by the weight of this feeling of despair. However, the singer acknowledges that despite this feeling, they have still managed to make it through somehow. The stars shine as a source of comfort and a reminder that it's okay to feel the way they do.

The song seems to be about grappling with depression or some other kind of mental health issue that is affecting the singer's life. The line "The tears roll down your face to pale complexions are stone and won't erase' depicts the deep pain and torment of depression, as well as how hard it can be to truly get better.

The chorus of the song repeats "But you made it through this..." twice, reinforcing the idea that even though things can feel really difficult at times, it is possible to come out on the other side.

Overall, "When Will You Breathe" is a powerful and emotional song that speaks to the experience of grappling with depression and feelings of despair. The song offers hope and encouragement to those who may be struggling, reminding them that they are not alone and that it is possible to make it through.

Line by Line Meaning

Looking into dark skies makes you feel this loneliness that breaks you
Staring up at the dark night sky intensifies your feelings of isolation and despair, causing you to feel shattered.

But you made it through this... But you made it through this...
Although you may have endured immense pain in the past, you have managed to overcome it time and time again through perseverance.

The stars shine to tell you it's OK now You're fighting, but you still can not breathe now
The twinkling of the stars above carry a message of hope, but despite your best efforts, you still cannot find peace.

I know you hate this The tears roll down your face to pale complexions are stone and won't erase
I understand that this suffering is unbearable, causing tears to flow down your face and leaving a hauntingly pale complexion that cannot be easily forgotten.

Your eyes close every night waiting to be there The morning fucks you're plan, when will you breathe But you made it through this... But you made it through this...
Every night your eyes close, hoping for relief, but every morning shatters your plans, leaving you wondering when you will finally find the ability to breathe. Despite these struggles, you have proven before that you can get through it.

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