For a little over two years now A Red Dawn has been slaying the metal scene… Read Full Bio ↴For a little over two years now A Red Dawn has been slaying the metal scene in Adelaide like it was their own. Building a reputation as “…one of the most powerful acts on the Adelaide scene” like other Adelaide bands I Killed The Prom Queen, Truth Corroded and The Rivalry have done before them. Perhaps the reason for their fast rise out of obscurity is due to the bands relentless work ethic and fun loving attitude. “Being desperately hooked on music” is the way drummer, Adam, describes their commitment to the band “and desperation is a strong adjective”. It may just be that ‘desperation’ that is helping A Red Dawn to stand out above other bands.

Draw the Line
A Red Dawn Lyrics

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Death of another friend is where we draw the line. Another scar that never ever mends is where we draw the line. And all the shame that's a means to an end again is where we draw the line. So we vow to never ever forget. That's where we draw the line. Deny again what you know has become. So fight the system and take control. As time destroys our precious memories. So does it heal the pain of trauma past. You've taken all that you once gave to me, except my memories. The one thing you can't have. The death of another friend is where we draw the line. Another scar that never ever mends is where we draw the line, and all the shame that's a means to an end again is where we draw the line. So we vow to never ever forget that's where we draw the line. As time destroys our precious memories, so does it heal the pain of trauma past. It heals the pain of trauma past. Watch as another friend dies. Stand by as you're crucified. Deny as you tell more lies. Nothing more is justified. Watch as another friend dies. Stand by as you're crucified. The death of another friend is where we draw the line. Another scar that never ever mends is where we draw the line. And all the shame that's a means to an end again, is where we draw the line. So we vow to never ever forget. That's where we draw the line

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Draw The Line" by A Red Dawn convey the message of not forgetting the pain and suffering caused by the death of a close friend. The band members vow to draw the line and not give in to the pain and trauma that comes with losing a loved one. The opening line, "Death of another friend is where we draw the line," clearly sets the tone for the rest of the song. The line emphasises the fact that they have had enough and won’t take any more of the same hurt.

The second paragraph highlights the need to fight against the system and take control to prevent such traumatic events from happening again. The lyrics, "Deny again what you know has become," suggests that we need not ignore the warning signs that lead to the traumatic events that have occurred. It is in our power to stop such tragedies from recurring. Despite the fact that time heals all wounds and helps us forget, we must remember the pain and suffering, and use this as a lesson to prevent it from happening again.

Line by Line Meaning

Death of another friend is where we draw the line.
When we lose another friend, it's a sign that we need to set a boundary and say enough is enough.

Another scar that never ever mends is where we draw the line.
When we keep getting hurt repeatedly, it's time to draw the line and protect ourselves from further harm.

And all the shame that's a means to an end again is where we draw the line.
When others use shame to manipulate or control us, we need to draw the line and refuse to be treated that way.

So we vow to never ever forget. That's where we draw the line.
In order to maintain our boundaries, we need to remember why we set them in the first place and never forget our commitment.

Deny again what you know has become. So fight the system and take control.
Don't ignore the truth of what's going on, instead take action to stand up to the system and take control of your own life.

As time destroys our precious memories. So does it heal the pain of trauma past.
Time both erodes our memories, but also has the power to heal us from past trauma and pain.

You've taken all that you once gave to me, except my memories. The one thing you can't have.
Even if someone has taken everything else from us, they can never take away our memories which are uniquely ours.

Watch as another friend dies. Stand by as you're crucified. Deny as you tell more lies. Nothing more is justified.
Watching our friends pass away, being put in a position of blame, and being dishonest is not justified.

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