Their debut single "The Drama" earned them a spot on several MTV shows and the video played on MTV in 2008. After showcasing that first EP on regional tours including 2 stops @ South by Southwest in Austin, TX, the band went back to the studio.
AGF began initial tracking on what would be their first full-length album in November of 2008, again at Poynter's Palace.
Fast-forward to January 2010. AGF finishes the 12 song album, beginning a string of dates to support the self-titled record.
A Good Fight's first full-length, self-titled album was released worldwide on May 1, 2010.
White Flag
A Good Fight Lyrics
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The unnerving silence stuns and stalls the crowd
And two casualties they just ignited those clouds
As the plane falls down
Our little monster is created too fast
And we’re winning for now but we know it won’t last
Cuz the loser’s the one who don’t finish this game
Stop this please!
We want some peace.
John said it best with an eye for an eye
One day we’re all bound to be blind
Well this silly little song ain’t gonna change things
Cuz we’re all one part with responsibilities
So disbelief for a minute, throw your self to the dogs
We’re all human beings or have you forgot?
Well I don’t think so…
This silly little song well it might just change things
If we all open our eyes and try to sing
We can fight for the right! What if we’re wrong?
That white flag is a kite it’s just flying along
So won’t you stop this please?
Yeah we want some peace I said
John said it best with an eye for an eye
Cuz one day we’re all bound to be blind
But they said:
“I’ll be better off shopping”
You’ll see that no they’re not stopping
Loudly the cops they are calling now!
“I’ll be better off shopping”
You’ll see that no they’re not stopping
Loudly the cops they are calling now!
One more time!
“I’ll be better off shopping”
You’ll see that no they’re not stopping
Loudly, the bombs they are dropping now!
The song "White Flag" by A Good Fight addresses the theme of peace and the perils of war. The opening lines of the song describe the tragic consequences of a plane crash, where the passengers, including the singer, are casualties of war. The line "Our little monster is created too fast" describes the high speed at which war can escalate and spiral out of control. The songwriter also highlights the temporary nature of winning in war, and the risks of losing, by stating "we're all flying flags that are different but the same."
The chorus of the song expresses a plea for peace, calling on people to stop the violence and fighting. The reference to John suggests that this plea for peace is not new, and has been echoed by many others before. The line "one day we're all bound to be blind" means that violence can harm both sides and eventually lead to destruction.
The bridge of the song offers an optimistic view, suggesting that change can occur if people "open their eyes and try to sing." The line "we can fight for the right! What if we're wrong?" shows that there is doubt in the effectiveness of war as a solution to problems. The final verse expresses the frustration of the singer with the apathy of others towards war and the need for peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Your wings have been shot as you fall to the ground
You have been defeated and brought down to the ground.
The unnerving silence stuns and stalls the crowd
The quiet aftermath of the fight has left the bystanders speechless and still.
And two casualties they just ignited those clouds
The two sides engaged in the fight have caused destruction that is visible in the sky.
As the plane falls down
The consequences of the fight are coming crashing down upon us.
Our little monster is created too fast
The conflicts we create between ourselves escalate quickly and before we realize, they become uncontrollable.
And we’re winning for now but we know it won’t last
Although we may have the upper hand in the moment, the fight will not bring a lasting victory.
Cuz the loser’s the one who don’t finish this game
The one who does not put an end to the fight is the ultimate loser.
We’re all flying flags that are different but the same
We all have our own beliefs and values but essentially, we are all the same humans beings with emotions and desires.
Stop this please!
We need to put an end to the fighting and find peace.
We want some peace.
Our ultimate goal is to reach a state of peaceful coexistence.
John said it best with an eye for an eye
The idea of retaliation, expressed here through this quote, is not the solution.
One day we’re all bound to be blind
The consequences of the fighting will affect us all in the end.
Well this silly little song ain’t gonna change things
The song itself may not solve the issue, but it is a call to action and can inspire change.
Cuz we’re all one part with responsibilities
We all play a part in creating and solving the problem, and thus bear responsibility.
So disbelief for a minute, throw your self to the dogs
Challenge yourself and try to see things from a different perspective, even if it's uncomfortable or difficult.
We’re all human beings or have you forgot?
We should remember that we are all part of the same human race, and take that into consideration when dealing with conflicts.
This silly little song well it might just change things
A message conveyed through a song may seem trivial, but it can spark conversation and lead to change.
If we all open our eyes and try to sing
If we all become aware of the issue and take action, change can be achieved.
We can fight for the right! What if we’re wrong?
We can stand up for what we believe in but we should also consider whether we are on the right side of the fight.
That white flag is a kite it’s just flying along
The white flag represents surrender and peace, and if we let it, it can take us towards a better future.
But they said:
“I’ll be better off shopping”
Some people would rather ignore the fight and focus on everyday activities.
You’ll see that no they’re not stopping
This attitude of avoidance will not result in the end of the fighting.
Loudly the cops they are calling now!
The authorities are being called to intervene and to try to stop the conflict.
One more time!
Loudly, the bombs they are dropping now!
The continuation of the fighting is leading to more destruction and chaos.
Contributed by Caroline A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.