Get Busy Living
Assuming We Survive Lyrics


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There's just so much that I have learned through getting burned
Looks like I'm due for some change but it looks like you could used the same
So I'm trying to restart my day, everyday in every way
Feels like I'm caught in a routine, it feels like the world's got the best of me
And when I'm feeling all alone, cause nothing is as good as home
What point have I missed, I must have passed my exit
A million miles ago, a thousand times or so I said I'd change
But I know that I will always be this way

Hey!
I'm all I can be, I'm me on a daily basis
Hey!
Like it or not, take it or leave
Hey!
I'm all I can be, I'm me on a daily basis
The good with the bad, but not good enough for me
Not good enough for me

I'm waking up and I can't feel my head
Last night must have been a good time
I don't know what I did or I said, I guess in the end it is what it is but

But if there's one thing I know, it's nothing is as good as gold
It's a fight I may not win, but I'll never give up trying til I see home again
This will not be the end of who I am, this is where the me begins, the me begins

Hey!
I'm all I can be, I'm me on a daily basis
Hey!
Like it or not, take it or leave
Hey!
I'm all I can be, I'm me on a daily basis
The good with the bad, but not good enough for me
Not good enough for...

And if there's one thing that I know, it's nothing is as good as gold
It's a fight I may not win, but I'll never give up trying til I see home again
This will not be the end of who I am, this is where the me begins, the me begins

Put your hand in my hand and I'll take you to the edge of the world, only me and you
Whoa-oh, the edge of the world
Put your hand in my hand and I'll take you to the edge of the world, only me and you
Whoa-oh, the edge of the world
Only me and you whoa-oh

HEY!
I'm all I can be, I'm me on a daily basis
Hey!
Like it or not, take it or leave
Hey!
I'm all I can be, I'm me on a daily basis




The good with the bad, but I'm good enough for me
Not good enough for...

Overall Meaning

Assuming We Survive's "Get Busy Living" is an upbeat and energetic song about the constant need for change and self-discovery. The lyrics talk about how the singer has learned from their past mistakes and wants to make a change in their life. They acknowledge that they might be stuck in a routine and the world might have the best of them, but they are trying to restart their day every day in every way. The lyrics also mention feeling alone and lost, but they are determined to keep trying until they find their way back home. The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm all I can be, I'm me on a daily basis" emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and being oneself. The song ends with the singer and listener hand in hand, ready to take on the world together.


Overall, the song's message is about self-discovery and taking control of one's life. It encourages the listener to embrace who they are and to keep trying even if they might fail. It's an uplifting song that inspires the listeners to get busy living their lives to the fullest.


Line by Line Meaning

There's just so much that I have learned through getting burned
I've gained a lot of knowledge through my past mistakes and failures.


Looks like I'm due for some change but it looks like you could used the same
I need to make some changes in my life, and so could you.


So I'm trying to restart my day, everyday in every way
I'm making an effort to start fresh every day and improve in every aspect of my life.


Feels like I'm caught in a routine, it feels like the world's got the best of me
I feel stuck in a monotonous cycle, and the challenges of the world are weighing me down.


And when I'm feeling all alone, cause nothing is as good as home
When I'm lonely, nothing can replace the comfort and familiarity of being at home.


What point have I missed, I must have passed my exit
I've lost my way and missed an opportunity for change.


A million miles ago, a thousand times or so I said I'd change
I've made promises to change in the past but haven't followed through.


But I know that I will always be this way
Despite my efforts, I know that I'll always have certain flaws and struggles.


Hey! I'm all I can be, I'm me on a daily basis
I'm doing the best I can and being true to myself every day.


Like it or not, take it or leave
Whether others accept me or not, I will always be myself.


The good with the bad, but not good enough for me
I accept both the positive and negative aspects of myself, but I'm striving for self-improvement.


I'm waking up and I can't feel my head
I'm waking up after a wild night and feeling the aftermath.


Last night must have been a good time
I must have had a great time last night.


I don't know what I did or I said, I guess in the end it is what it is but
I can't remember the details of what happened, but I accept the consequences.


But if there's one thing I know, it's nothing is as good as gold
I know that nothing is more valuable than being true to myself and striving for self-improvement.


It's a fight I may not win, but I'll never give up trying til I see home again
Self-improvement is a difficult battle, but I won't give up until I feel at peace with myself.


This will not be the end of who I am, this is where the me begins, the me begins
My past mistakes and struggles don't define me, and I'm starting a new chapter of self-improvement.


Put your hand in my hand and I'll take you to the edge of the world, only me and you Whoa-oh, the edge of the world
I'll be there for you during your own journey of self-improvement, no matter how difficult it may be.


Only me and you whoa-oh
We'll face our struggles together, just the two of us.


The good with the bad, but I'm good enough for me
I accept both the positive and negative aspects of myself, and I'm proud of who I am.




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Metal Dragon

Saw AWS for the second time at the Super Villains tour with Metro Station, Attila, and Falling in Reverse. Fucking great show.

Assuming We Survive

Thanks dude!

tara mumford

I love you guys so much !!! I remember seeing you at boulder theatre in Colorado with atreyu, I can't wait to see you this warped! <3 you're doing so good!

Techelp2011

This is a true inspiration. keep the awesome work up

Ethan Hittle

Man I'd really like to see these guys again. I have a feeling it's gonna be a while though.

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@AssumingWeSurvive

PLEASE MAKE AN OFFICIAL LYROCS VIDEO FOR THIS AMAZING SONG!!!! YOUR FANS WILL LOVE YOU MORE IF YOU DO SO ASAP(:

05AMC01RCH13

Amazing song<3

JiuJitsu Ronin

Just saying right now, 2013 was one of the best years for the rock/ punk genres

Snake Says The

Love the SHIT out of this band and every single one of these radical dudes!

Izalye MarsX

Epic... and A M A Z I N G!!!

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