- David McCormick (lead singer)
- Alan… Read Full Bio ↴A Rotterdam November is:
- David McCormick (lead singer)
- Alan Schwaderer (keys, guitar, backup vocals)
- Jared Nelson (guitar, backup vocals)
- Andy Baker (bass)
- David Niacaris (drums)
- Dylan Anitok (guitar, backup vocals)
The band formed in late 2006, Boise, Idaho.
Their name alludes to what happened in the aftermath of the bombing of the city of Rotterdam during WWII. After the heart of the venerable city had been completely destroyed, architects reconstructed it from scratch. The band's name reflects the interpretation of this idea of "an old city with a new heart" as a Christian metaphor for the renewing transformation of a heart damaged by sin.
Trainwreck
A Rotterdam November Lyrics
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I could never promise I won't let you down.
I won't give my word, you won't get hurt.
But, look at the stars, they don't always shine so bright.
They're above us now, they're above us night after night.
Look at my hands now. They look so empty without yours.
Emotions are footprints in the rain, but my heart pounds like a...
Chorus:
Train wreck, the subway's on fire.
I'll do my best to save what I save.
Smoke or ash, we're never looking back.
As strong as I can, I'll stay on the track.
Verse 2:
I don't always convey exactly the right words.
Sometimes, my tongue is sharp and I yield it like a sword.
But, do you see the waves? Crashing relentlessly on the shore.
Carving stone and rock without retreat in a campaign of war.
Consider my eyes now, bluer than this persistent army.
Emotions are footprints in the rain, but my heart pounds like a...
Bridge:
I'm coming, for you, I swear it's true, I'll let, it stand like a monument, think of me, when you see it, This train, will be on time. The engine is empty, but who needs coal, Trust me, I can't be everything, I'll be here, pounding like a..
The song "Trainwreck" by A Rotterdam November is a heartfelt and emotional track that explores the struggles of a relationship. The lyrics in the first verse express the singer's uncertainty about being able to commit to not hurting their lover. The following lines suggests that the unpredictability of life and its circumstances can affect how well and bright a relationship can be, and that the singer's hands feel empty without their lover. The chorus then refers to the song's title, describing the tumultuousness of life as a train wreck and the determination to keep moving forward. The second verse then delves into the singer's difficulty in communicating their feelings, with a metaphor of waves relentlessly crashing against a shore. The bridge then speaks of the singer's promise and commitment to their lover, with the train symbolism again used to convey a sense of movement and determination.
Overall, the song seems to touch upon themes of insecurity, vulnerability, the unpredictability of life, and the importance of making promises and keeping them in relationships. The "train wreck" metaphor is a powerful one, evoking images of chaos and destruction, but the determination to stay on track despite the challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
I could never promise I won't let you down.
I won't make false promises that I can't keep.
I won't give my word, you won't get hurt.
I won't say anything that could hurt you.
But, look at the stars, they don't always shine so bright.
Not everything is always perfect and shining like the stars.
They're above us now, they're above us night after night.
The stars are always there, even when we don't notice.
Look at my hands now. They look so empty without yours.
I feel incomplete without your presence.
Emotions are footprints in the rain, but my heart pounds like a...
My emotions are fleeting, but my heart beats strongly with love.
Train wreck, the subway's on fire.
Everything seems to be going wrong and chaotic.
I'll do my best to save what I save.
I'll try to salvage what I can from the situation.
Smoke or ash, we're never looking back.
We can't dwell on the past, we have to keep moving forward.
As strong as I can, I'll stay on the track.
I'll do my best to stay on course and not give up.
I don't always convey exactly the right words.
I sometimes struggle with expressing myself clearly.
Sometimes, my tongue is sharp and I yield it like a sword.
I can hurt people with my words when I'm not careful.
But, do you see the waves? Crashing relentlessly on the shore.
Nature is powerful and unrelenting, like the waves crashing on the shore.
Carving stone and rock without retreat in a campaign of war.
Nature is constantly shaping and changing the world around us.
Consider my eyes now, bluer than this persistent army.
My eyes are as blue and steadfast as the powerful waves.
I'm coming, for you, I swear it's true, I'll let, it stand like a monument, think of me, when you see it,
I will come for you and be there for you, and my love will stand strong like a monument for you to remember.
This train, will be on time. The engine is empty, but who needs coal,
My devotion will never be late or falter, even if I have to keep going without fuel like an empty train.
Trust me, I can't be everything, I'll be here, pounding like a...
I may not be perfect, but I will always be there for you with a strong and steady love.
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