Back in the Game
Airbourne Lyrics


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Let's play

It's been a hard road but I'm almost home
As the lights fade to black
Hear the roar of the crowd
Ten thousand loud
It's good to be back
Feel the sting the sweat
Of the back of my neck
It's been way too long
Like a ricochet I hit the stage
Lets get it on
I'm back in the game
Breaking hearts again
You better watch out
'Cause I'm back in the game
I'm back in the game
Kickin' ass again
No stopping me now
It's like I've never been away
So you better watch out
'Cause I'm back in the game
Oh yeah

I'm built to last I'll never crash
I'm invincible tonight
Feel the energy running over me
Like a bolt from the sky
Go another round in another town
I strike and then I'm gone
I'm a high octane hurricane
Let's get it on

I'm back in the game
Breaking hearts again
You better watch out
'Cause I'm back in the game
I'm back in the game
Kickin' ass again
No stopping me now
It's like I've never been away
So you better watch out
'Cause I'm back in the game
Oh yeah

I'm back in the game
Back in the game
Breaking hearts again
You better watch out
'Cause I'm back in the game
I'm back in the game
Kickin' ass again
No stopping me now
It's like I've never been away
So you better watch out
'Cause I'm back in the game

Back in the game
Back in the game
Watch out I'm gonna get 'cha
Back in the game
I'm playing to win I'm playing with sin
Back in the game




Don't count me out 'cause I'll knock you out
I'm back in the game

Overall Meaning

The song "Back in the Game" by Airbourne is an upbeat and triumphant anthem about coming back stronger after a tough journey. The lyrics are sung from the perspective of a performer who has been on a hard road but is finally returning to the stage. The singer describes the adrenaline rush and excitement of hearing the crowd roar as he steps onto the stage. He expresses his determination to conquer once again and prove that he is still in the game. The overall message of the song is one of resilience and perseverance.


In each verse, the singer describes the physical sensations of being back on stage, using words like "sting," "sweat," and "energy." He then announces that he is "back in the game," breaking hearts and kicking ass. The chorus is especially catchy with the repeated line, "you better watch out 'cause I'm back in the game." The bridge section adds a bit of a sinful twist with the line, "I'm playing with sin," which adds another dimension to the singer's mindset.


Overall, "Back in the Game" is a catchy and optimistic rock song that most people can relate to. It captures the excitement of returning to something you love and letting the world know that you are still a force to be reckoned with.


Line by Line Meaning

Let's play
Let's get ready to perform


It's been a hard road but I'm almost home
The performer acknowledges the difficulties they've faced along their journey, but they are nearing the end of the road


As the lights fade to black
The lights dim, signaling the start of the show


Hear the roar of the crowd
The performer can hear the excitement and anticipation of the audience


Ten thousand loud
The audience is loud and enthusiastic


It's good to be back
The performer is happy to be performing again


Feel the sting the sweat
The performer is feeling the physical exertion of their performance


Of the back of my neck
The performer is feeling the physical effects of performing on their neck


It's been way too long
It's been a long time since the performer has performed


Like a ricochet I hit the stage
The performer hits the stage with energy and force


Lets get it on
The performer is ready to start the performance


I'm back in the game
The performer is back to performing after a break


Breaking hearts again
The performer is winning over fans and making them fall in love with their music


You better watch out
The audience should be ready for an impressive performance


'Cause I'm back in the game
The performer is back to taking the music industry by storm


Kickin' ass again
The performer is dominating and doing well


No stopping me now
Nothing can get in the way of the performer's success


It's like I've never been away
The performer is back with the same level of skill and energy as before


Oh yeah
An exclamation of excitement and enthusiasm


I'm built to last I'll never crash
The performer is confident in their abilities and stamina


I'm invincible tonight
The performer feels unstoppable and powerful


Feel the energy running over me
The performer is energized and excited


Like a bolt from the sky
The performer is full of energy and unstoppable


Go another round in another town
The performer is ready to perform in other cities and towns


I strike and then I'm gone
The performer gives a powerful performance and then moves on to the next city


I'm a high octane hurricane
The performer is intense and powerful


Back in the game
The performer is back to performing


Watch out I'm gonna get 'cha
The performer is warning the audience to brace themselves


I'm playing to win I'm playing with sin
The performer is dedicated to their music and their performance, even if it means taking risks


Don't count me out 'cause I'll knock you out
The performer is powerful and determined, and won't be underestimated




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN HOWES

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@ppipowerclass

If this song would have came out in '85, these guys would be living in palaces made from solid gold.

@javiercabanas2908

Or they would have been called AC/DC wannabees, just like other bands were compared to others.

@ankihansen2489

@Javier Cabañas they are an AC/DC rip off

@javiercabanas2908

@Anki Hansen That´s my point. They sound like Rhino Bucket, Hardbone etc.

@matadeverdoemden

@Anki Hansen They're way better than AC/DC. AC/DC sucks ass.

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@Mata the One-X nice b8

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