Signing with Indianola for their first album, And Their Name Was Treason (2005), Scruggs was replaced by Shelnutt in 2006. Later that year the band recorded For Those Who Have Heart (2007) for Victory. They embarked on several tours of the UK and U.S. and played at several festivals, before recording and releasing Homesick (2009). While promoting Homesick on tour, Denney was replaced by Skaff. Soon after releasing their next album, What Separates Me from You (2010), the band went on a worldwide tour to promote it. In 2011, the band was involved in a lawsuit with Victory over their recording contract, which was settled in October 2013. The band released their fifth album, Common Courtesy (2013), the same month.
Current Members:
Jeremy McKinnon – lead vocals (2003–present)
Neil Westfall – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2003–present)
Alex Shelnutt – drums (2006–present)
Kevin Skaff – lead guitar, backing vocals (2009–present)
Former members:
Joshua Woodard – bass guitar (2003–2004, 2004–2021
Tom Denney – lead guitar, backing vocals (2003–2009); session musician (2009–present)
Brandon Roberts – drums (2004)
Bobby Scruggs – drums (2003–2004, 2004–2006)
Jason – bass guitar (2004)
Discography
1. And Their Name Was Treason (2005)
2. For Those Who Have Heart (2007)
3. Homesick (2009)
4. What Separates Me from You (2010)
5. Common Courtesy (2013)
6. Bad Vibrations (2016)
7. You're Welcome (2021)
We Got This
A Day to Remember Lyrics
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Put your hands up high, sing it out of tune
It's these late night hours we spend that help me up from down
You're just like me when I was your age
We all knew better, name it, we've been there
When I had a place that I could call my own
We spent most days, counting the ways
Now all those kids say they knew us so well
Come on get real
To anyone who's alone in a crowded room
Put your hands up high, sing it out of tune
It's these late night hours we spend that help me up from down
We got this
I'm not afraid of anything
Here's to the future, it was nice that I knew you
Go find something that makes you feel complete
Till next time we meet
To anyone who's alone in a crowded room
Put your hands up high, sing it out of tune
It's these late night hours we spend that help me up from down
We got this
To anyone who's alone in a crowded room
Put your hands up high, sing it out of tune
It's these late night hours we spend that help me up from down
We got this
You're just like me when I was your age
Things do get better, trust me I've been there
You're just like me when I was your age
Things do get better, trust me I've been there
You're just like me when I was your age
Things do get better, trust me I've been there
You're just like me when I was your age
Things do get better, trust me I've been there
To anyone, to anyone
To anyone who's alone in a crowded room
Put your hands up high, sing it out of tune
It's these late night hours we spend that help me up from down
We got this
To anyone who's alone in a crowded room:
Put your hands up high, sing it out of tune
It's these late night hours we spend that help me up from down
We got this
Yeah, we got this
The lyrics of A Day to Remember's “We Got This” are an uplifting message to anyone who feels lonely or out of place. The song empathizes with those who are surrounded by people but still feel alone. The first verse calls for those who identify with this to raise their hands and sing, claiming that it's late nights that help the singer when they're down.
The second verse, "You're just like me when I was your age," shows that the singer has been in this position before and understands the feeling of being misunderstood. The lyrics acknowledge that they "knew better" when they were younger but still were not taken seriously. The bridge reinforces this idea, stating that "Things do get better, trust me I've been there."
Overall, the lyrics of the song offer a message of hope and understanding to those who may feel alone, misunderstood, or lacking direction. The song suggests that even when things seem tough, people can come together and lift each other up. The phrase "we got this" serves as a reminder that although life may not be easy, people can navigate it together.
Line by Line Meaning
To anyone who's alone in a crowded room
If you feel like you're surrounded by people but still feel isolated or lonely, this song is for you.
Put your hands up high, sing it out of tune
Even if you don't feel like you're a good singer or don't have anyone to sing with, let your voice be heard and don't be afraid to express yourself.
It's these late-night hours we spend that help me up from down
Sometimes life can be tough, but staying up late and talking things through with friends can help pick you up when you're feeling down.
You're just like me when I was your age
The lead singer of the band is likely older than the fans listening and wants them to know that he's been where they are, and can relate to how they're feeling.
We all knew better, name it, we've been there
When we were younger, we thought we knew everything and made mistakes. But it's okay, because we learn from them and become wiser because of it.
When I had a place that I could call my own
When you find a place where you feel like you belong, it can make a huge difference in your life.
We spent most days, counting the ways we would get through it, but they said we were stupid
People may have criticized us for our choices, but we were determined to push through and achieve our goals anyway.
Now all those kids say they knew us so well
After making it through tough times and succeeding, people may act like they knew us and what we were capable of all along.
Come on get real
This is a call to reality and to acknowledge that things are not always easy, but still acknowledging that we can overcome them.
I'm not afraid of anything
Being fearless doesn't mean you're never scared, but it means not letting fear hold you back from going after what you want in life.
Here's to the future, it was nice that I knew you
Things may change as we grow and move forward, but looking back on our past experiences and relationships can still be meaningful and positive.
Go find something that makes you feel complete
It's important to find something that makes you happy and fulfilled, even if it's not what other people expect or understand.
Till next time we meet
This is a hope and reassurance that we will meet again in the future and have more experiences together.
Things do get better, trust me I've been there
The singer is reminding us that even though times may be hard, things will improve and get better with time.
To anyone, to anyone
This is a message meant for anyone who is listening to their music and can relate to how they feel.
We got this, yeah, we got this
This is a positive and motivating message of encouragement, reminding listeners that they can persevere and overcome life's challenges.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JEREMY MCKINNON, NEIL WESTFALL, KEVIN SKAFF
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
A Day To Remember
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