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1. After the Fall is a… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:

1. After the Fall is a rock band from Sydney, New South Wales and formed in 2000. From the Central Coast of New South Wales, the band members are Ben Windsor (vocals), Andrew Atkins, Matthew Gore (bass) and Mark Warner (guitar). Popular songs include “Mirror Mirror” and “The Fighter”. The band have played at festivals such as Homebake, The Falls, Splendour in the Grass and Livid. They currently have four albums to date.

2. After the Fall (CT) - Progressive rock band from Connecticut formed in the 1980's. The band released a few albums exclusively on cassette which were re-issued on CD as a compilation titled Before... in the late 90's. They released three more albums In a Safe Place (1998), The Living Drum (2001) and kNOwleDGE in 2005 before going on hiatus. After the Fall regrouped in 2011 after being invited to perform at the inaugural year of the OhioProg progressive rock festival to be held in 2012.

3. After the Fall (NY) - Melodic Hardcore from Albany, NY since 2000. 2 full lengths recorded at Bill Stevenson’s studio THE BLASTING ROOM (descendents, rise against, less than jake) and also a few 7 inches and EP’s. After the Fall recently released FORT ORANGE on cd/lp and are currently on tour in support. COLLAR CITY is a new 3 song 7” released Jan 5 2010 on MIGHTIER THAN SWORD RECORDS.
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4. After the Fall (NE) - Alternative Rock Band from Omaha, NE officially since 2005. Recorded two full lengths: “We Invented A World” and “You Don’t Have to Sleep To Dream” recorded at Enamel studios and mastered by Alan Douches (Mastodon, A Day to remember) due to release Early 2010. Main Influences include The Used, Madina Lake, Anberlin, Taking back Sunday among many others.

5. After the Fall (IL) - Pop Punk/Emo band from Dixon, IL who released the album, Rumor Has It in 2004. The album includes the songs Ex-Girlfriend, Rooftops, and Missing Teeth on the Bathroom Floor. The band disbanded shortly after the release and most members now can be found in the band Kirkland.

6. After the Fall is also a melodic hardcore / post hardcore band from Corpus Christi, TX. They released an album, "Texas Roulette" in 2002.

Destination Unknown
After the Fall Lyrics

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A plane takes off towards the sky
No destination, no reason why.
And on this plane he looks out
Not knowing who and when,
What will fit.

And if I knew where I was going,
I would already be there

And if I knew where I was going
I would already be there

A train departs from platform
Their thoughts are where their feelings were
The tracks they bend, they stay straight
No turning back, don't hesitate.

And if I knew where I was going,
I would already be there
And if I knew where I was going
I would already be there.

Anywhere, anything
Just what we're meant for
Anywhere, anything
Just what we're meant for

Anyone...

And if I knew where I was going,
I would already be there
And if I knew where I was going
I would already be there.

Destination unknown
Destination unknown

Destination unknown
Destination unknown

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to After the Fall's song "Destination Unknown" depict a sense of uncertainty and lack of direction in life. The first verse describes a plane taking off without a set destination or reason. The singer of the song looks out of the plane, feeling unsure of who they are and where they belong.

The chorus highlights the frustration of not knowing one's destination. The repetition of the line "And if I knew where I was going, I would already be there" emphasizes the desire to have a clear path and purpose in life. There is a longing for direction and a yearning to be already settled and content in a chosen path.

The second verse shifts the focus to a train departing from a platform. The passengers on the train are described as having their thoughts in a place where their feelings used to be. This could suggest a sense of detachment or disconnection from their emotions, perhaps reflecting a feeling of being lost or unsure of what they truly want.

The bridge section highlights the idea that it doesn't matter where or what the singer ends up doing, as long as it aligns with their true purpose. The repetition of "Anywhere, anything, just what we're meant for" suggests a willingness to go anywhere and do anything that feels right and fulfilling.

Overall, "Destination Unknown" portrays a sense of restlessness and a search for meaning and direction in life. The lyrics reflect the universal struggle of not knowing where one is headed and the desire to find a sense of purpose and fulfillment.

Line by Line Meaning

A plane takes off towards the sky
Embarking on a journey without a specific destination

No destination, no reason why.
No predetermined goal or purpose for the journey

And on this plane he looks out
Observing the surroundings without knowing what will suit

Not knowing who and when,
Unaware of the people and time involved

What will fit.
What will be suitable or appropriate

And if I knew where I was going,
Expressing the desire for knowledge of the destination

I would already be there
Implies not knowing the current location

A train departs from platform
A train leaves the station

Their thoughts are where their feelings were
Mentally focused on the past emotions

The tracks they bend, they stay straight
The railway tracks remain fixed in their course

No turning back, don't hesitate.
Encouragement to move forward without hesitation or indecision