Lead singer and guitarist, Mikey Howard, who also writes many of the lyrics, says “When it gets right down to it, I’ve just tried to be who I am. I can’t be anybody but me. Nothing hidden, we’re an “on the surface” band and that comes out in our lyrics.” Four different individuals who boast, friends to the end, Austin Miller on drums, Cliff Williams, bass and Eric VanZant, lead guitar, bring a melding of harmony, rock and a unique essence of soul searching to the stage and to their writing. Hailing from Kentucky, Seventh Time Down has managed to create a sound that draws from their southern rock roots, but also manages to infuse that gritty American sound with radio-friendly pop hooks and brit-rock-influenced anthems. This combination gives their music its own distinctively unique voice that will never be confused with anything else.
Shadow
7eventh Time Down Lyrics
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All the times
The dark nights
When I didn't wanna follow you into the light
Those days are long gone
You had broken me and molding me I found the life
Even if I'm the only one
I finally found the life
I will stand up and fight
I don't need
You to tell me
The next step we take towards the enemy
I'll follow You
Blindly
Where You go, I go
I'll be your shadow
Under fire from all sides
Seeing friends lose faith and fall behind
I know, where I stand
Face forward I'm ready I'm not looking back
Even when all hope is gone
I will not stop I'll carry on
I won't bow down this time
I will stand up and fight
I don't need
You to tell me
The next step we take towards the enemy
I'll follow You
Blindly
Where You go, I go
I'll be your shadow
The lyrics of "Shadow" by 7eventh Time Down are about faith, perseverance, and commitment to God. The song starts with an affirmation that the singer and those on his side are ready for action. They have put their boots on the ground and are all set to do whatever it takes to follow God's will. The singer reflects back on the times when he was lost and didn't want to follow God into the light. But he overcame those dark days, and now he is ready to fight for God's cause. The line "Those days are long gone, You had broken me and molding me I found the life" is particularly powerful. It shows that the suffering and molding that he went through brought him closer to God.
The song's chorus reinforces the singer's faith and belief in God. He sings about how he knows that he will never be alone, even if he's the only one standing up for what is right. He states that he found life, and he won't be afraid to fight for it. In the second verse, the singer talks about facing challenges in life, seeing friends falling by the wayside. But he remains steadfast and loyal to God, determined to carry on even when all hope is gone. He will not bow down this time, but he will stand up and fight.
Overall, "Shadow" is a powerful anthem of faith and unwavering commitment to God's will. It encourages the listener to stay strong, even when facing difficult circumstances, and to put their trust in God.
Line by Line Meaning
We have boots on the ground
We are ready for action and prepared to fight
All the times
In all the moments
The dark nights
The tough, trying times when things seemed hopeless
When I didn't wanna follow you into the light
When I was hesitant to follow your guidance and direction
Those days are long gone
I have moved past those difficult times
You had broken me and molding me I found the life
Through the challenges and struggles, you helped shape me and ultimately led me to a better life
Even if I'm the only one
Even if no one else stands with me
I know I'll never be alone
I know that you will always be with me
I finally found the life
I have discovered what truly matters in life
I will stand up and fight
I am determined to fight for what is right
I don't need
I am self-sufficient and can do without
You to tell me
I do not need your instruction or guidance
The next step we take towards the enemy
Our plan of action against those who oppose us
I'll follow You
I trust and will follow your lead
Blindly
Without hesitation or doubt
Where You go, I go
I will follow you wherever you lead
I'll be your shadow
I will be by your side through it all, providing constant support
Under fire from all sides
We are facing opposition from all angles
Seeing friends lose faith and fall behind
Watching as those close to us lose their faith and struggle to keep up
I know, where I stand
I am confident in my beliefs and what I stand for
Face forward I'm ready I'm not looking back
I am fully committed and focused on what lies ahead, without dwelling on the past
Even when all hope is gone
Even in the most dire of situations
I will not stop I'll carry on
I will persist and continue to move forward
I won't bow down this time
I will not give in or surrender, as I may have done before
I will stand up and fight
I will remain steadfast and resolute in my fight
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