In 2012, Grace publicly came out as transgender. After a long period of line-up changes and uncertainty surrounding the band's future, their sixth studio album, Transgender Dysphoria Blues, was released independently in January 2014 to critical acclaim. The band's seventh album, Shape Shift with Me, was released in 2016. In addition, the band have four well known EPs: Crime as Forgiven by Against Me!, The Acoustic EP, The Disco Before the Breakdown, and New Wave B-Sides. They have released numerous singles, two live albums, and demo versions of the three of their studio albums.
Band members:
Laura Jane Grace – vocals, guitar
James Bowman – lead guitar
Andrew Seward – bass
Atom Willard – drums
Former members:
Kevin Mahon – drums (1998–2001)
Dustin Fridkin – bass (2000–2002)
Warren Oakes – drums (2001–2009)
George Rebelo – drums (2009–2010)
Jay Weinberg – drums (2010–2012)
Inge Johansson – bass (2013–2018)
Discography:
• Reinventing Axl Rose (2002)
• As the Eternal Cowboy (2003)
• Searching for a Former Clarity (2005)
• New Wave (2007)
• White Crosses (2010)
• Transgender Dysphoria Blues (2014)
• Shape Shift with Me (2016)
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Against Me! Lyrics
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Someday accepted as me for me.
Someday blind eyes will plainly see.
Someday all walks of life will be free.
Someday the meek will refuse boundaries.
Someday the blessed will be the deserving.
Land of burning vision, the nightmare before my eyes. The sore of the truth attacking the body of lies, the light of the proof overcoming jaded minds. You can lie to yourself, you can abandon the world, you can pray on the cure nature's judgement still stands. Pray to the stars, cry to the sky, demand an eye for an eye, do you save sight, or ease minds?
Land of burning vision, the nightmare before my eyes. Eden Quest for proof, Eden Quest for light, quest for explanations to the suffering of life. Never been a night so cold; never been a day so bright. Spit in the face of the courteous oppressor like a slap in the face from the do-good master. Till the last bite, till the last breath, till everything is free, to you accept, me for me.
The lyrics to Against Me!'s song "Edenquest" are a reflection on the search for truth and acceptance in a world that is full of lies and oppression. The opening lines speak of a future where individuals can be accepted without judgment or prejudice, where everyone is free to be themselves. The following lines speak to the struggle of finding truth in a world filled with falsehoods and the desire to break free from the chains of oppression. The song suggests that the key to overcoming these challenges is to examine the world with a critical eye, demand answers to life's biggest questions and never stop fighting for what is right.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the "land of burning vision" is a metaphor for a world that is full of pain and suffering. The singer encourages the listener to search for proof and light amidst this darkness, and to never give up even when the road ahead seems tough. They express frustration with the way the world is, but also hopeful for the future.
In the final lines of the song, Against Me! asserts that the fight for freedom and acceptance is ongoing and that it will take time and effort to achieve our collective goals. The song urges listeners to keep pushing forward, even if it means going against polite society, because true freedom cannot be achieved without a struggle.
Line by Line Meaning
Someday accepted as you for you.
One day, people will accept you for who you truly are.
Someday accepted as me for me.
One day, people will accept me for who I truly am.
Someday blind eyes will plainly see.
One day, people will see clearly and not be blinded by ignorance.
Someday all walks of life will be free.
One day, everyone will be free and not discriminated against for their identity or background.
Someday the meek will refuse boundaries.
One day, those who are deemed weak will no longer be held back by limitations imposed on them.
Someday the blessed will be the deserving.
One day, those who truly deserve blessings and success will receive them, rather than it being the result of privilege or luck.
Land of burning vision, the nightmare before my eyes.
The world is chaotic and overwhelming, full of violence and strife.
The sore of the truth attacking the body of lies, the light of the proof overcoming jaded minds.
The pain of reality contradicting falsehoods, and the power of evidence changing closed-minded perspectives.
You can lie to yourself, you can abandon the world, you can pray on the cure nature's judgement still stands.
You can deny truth, give up on life, or rely on false solutions, but the natural consequences of action or inaction will remain.
Pray to the stars, cry to the sky, demand an eye for an eye, do you save sight, or ease minds?
Asking if asking the universe or taking revenge will truly solve problems, or just provide temporary relief.
Eden Quest for proof, Eden Quest for light, quest for explanations to the suffering of life.
Searching for answers and solutions to the struggles and injustices of life.
Never been a night so cold; never been a day so bright.
The extreme highs and lows of existence, both physically and emotionally.
Spit in the face of the courteous oppressor like a slap in the face from the do-good master.
Rejecting those who pretend to be moral but still perpetuate harm and inequality.
Till the last bite, till the last breath, till everything is free, to you accept, me for me.
Fighting for freedom and acceptance until the very end, embracing one's true self without shame.
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@mariumkhalid7388
Lyrics:
Pink toes pressed against the carpet
Show your face and finish what you started
The record spins down the alley late night
Be my friend, surround me like a satellite
Tiger on the prowl
East of Eden
Coming for you now
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
Call me wild, drinking up the sunshine
Be my man and show me what it feels like
Denim sky unbuttoned down the middle
Spilling out little by little
Tiger on the prowl
East of Eden
Coming for you now
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
If I wanted to stay
You don't mind, you're a true believer
Take it up with the bad man
Scribbling like the concrete fever
If I wanted to stay
You don't mind, you're a true believer
Take it up with the bad man
Scribbling like the concrete fever
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
@thisrandomchic
Pink toes pressed against the carpet
Show your face and finish what you started
The record spins down the alley late night
Be my friend, surround me like a satellite
Tiger on the prowl
East of Eden
Coming for you now
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh)
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh oooh ooh)
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh)
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh oooooooooh)
Call me wild, drinking up the sunshine
Be my man and show me what it feels like
Denim sky unbuttoned down the middle
Spilling out little by little
Tiger on the prowl
East of Eden
Coming for you now
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh)
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh oooh ooh)
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh)
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh oooooooooh)
If I wanted to stay
You don't mind, you're a true believer
Take it up with the badlands
Creep on in like a concrete fever
If I wanted to stay
You don't mind, you're a true believer
Take it up with the badlands
Creep on in like a concrete fever
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh)
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh oooh ooh)
To find East of Eden (oh oh oh)
To find East of Eden
@TanNguyen-fg1ds
😘❤️ 2019
“East of Eden
Zella Day
Pink toes pressed against the carpet
Show your face and finish what you started
The record spins down the alley late night
Be my friend, surround me like a satellite
Tiger on the prowl
East of Eden
Coming for you now
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
Call me wild, drinking up the sunshine
Be my man and show me what it feels like
Denim sky unbuttoned down the middle
Spilling out little by little
Tiger on the prowl
East of Eden
Coming for you now
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
If I wanted to stay
You don't mind, you're a true believer
Take it up with the bad man
Scribbling like the concrete fever
If I wanted to stay
You don't mind, you're a true believer
Take it up with the bad man
Scribbling like the concrete fever
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
Songwriters: Wally Gagel / Zella Day Kerr / Alexander Francis Barry / Bonnie J. Baker”
@KieraLouiseCupcakes
why do these kinds of songs not come on the radio
@jowtag
It's actually funny cuz I heard this on the radio
@seanbogesdorfer7719
I don't
know I wish they did
@GamerRusith
+Kiera Louise Cupcakes The companies that make them don't have the money to put it on radio. :/
@KieraLouiseCupcakes
Two Pack aw thanks m8
@GamerRusith
Two Pack Very mature. slow clap
@mariumkhalid7388
Lyrics:
Pink toes pressed against the carpet
Show your face and finish what you started
The record spins down the alley late night
Be my friend, surround me like a satellite
Tiger on the prowl
East of Eden
Coming for you now
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
Call me wild, drinking up the sunshine
Be my man and show me what it feels like
Denim sky unbuttoned down the middle
Spilling out little by little
Tiger on the prowl
East of Eden
Coming for you now
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
If I wanted to stay
You don't mind, you're a true believer
Take it up with the bad man
Scribbling like the concrete fever
If I wanted to stay
You don't mind, you're a true believer
Take it up with the bad man
Scribbling like the concrete fever
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
Keep me from the cages under the control
Running in the dark to find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
To find East of Eden
@agazuzia1
Thank you 🙂
@chriskelleher349
Thanks. I have poor hearing. Nice 🎶 music. Anyone know what she's talking about ?
@user-se7ql9bd8h
Thanks