Vanguard
August Burns Red (USA) Lyrics


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Wave goodbye, as we turn our backs on our past
Wave goodbye, cut our future short to pave a new path
Wave goodbye, we dropped it all on a dime to be on our own
Wave goodbye, as we make the escape into the unknown

We pushed through shattering expectations
Filled with dreams, filled with heartache
We pushed through shattering expectations
Filled with dreams, filled with heartache

We're still standing strong, standing strong
As we keep living on, living on

Free fall
Close your eyes and take the dive
Free fall
Close your eyes and take the dive
Free fall
Close your eyes, and take the dive
This is your new purpose in life
This is your new purpose in life
Free fall
Close your eyes, and take the dive
This is your new purpose in life
This is your new purpose in life
Free fall
Close your eyes, and take the dive
This is your new purpose in life
This is your new purpose in life
Free Fall




This is your new purpose in life
This is your new purpose in life

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of August Burns Red's song "Vanguard" tell the story of a journey towards change, with the singer bidding farewell to the past and taking a risk towards the unknown. The repeated phrase "wave goodbye" serves as a farewell to what was known and comfortable, and a determination to push through and shatter expectations to pave a new path. The lyrics emphasize the difficulties associated with change, with the singer acknowledging the heartache that comes with leaving the past behind.


The message of the song is ultimately one of perseverance and overcoming obstacles. The lines "we're still standing strong, standing strong / as we keep living on, living on" highlight the resilience that comes with taking risks and standing up for oneself. The chorus, which encourages the listener to take the dive into the unknown and embrace their new purpose in life, serves as a call to action to embrace change and move forward with confidence.


Overall, "Vanguard" is a powerful and inspirational song about taking risks and forging one's own path in life. It speaks to the universal experience of leaving the safety of the past and embracing an uncertain future filled with endless opportunities.


Line by Line Meaning

Wave goodbye, as we turn our backs on our past
We say farewell to our past and choose to move forward


Wave goodbye, cut our future short to pave a new path
We're letting go of our conventional future to create a new one


Wave goodbye, we dropped it all on a dime to be on our own
We left everything behind to start a new journey alone


Wave goodbye, as we make the escape into the unknown
We're taking the leap of faith and leaving comfort behind to face the unfamiliar


We pushed through shattering expectations
We overcame the limits set by others and broke expectations


Filled with dreams, filled with heartache
We're chasing a dream that is both difficult and emotionally exhausting


We're still standing strong, standing strong
We're resilient and determined


As we keep living on, living on
We refuse to give up and keep moving ahead


Free fall
We're letting go of control and taking risks


Close your eyes and take the dive
We're embracing the unknown and facing it head-on


This is your new purpose in life
Our new journey has given us a new sense of direction and meaning




Lyrics © THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: DUSTIN CHAD DAVIDSON, JOHN BENJAMIN BRUBAKER, MATTHEW WILSON GREINER, RAMBLER BRENT GERALD, WILLLIAM JACOB LUHRS

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

MrSologratia

"Vanguard"

Wave goodbye, as we turn our backs on our past
Wave goodbye, cut our future short to pave a new path
Wave goodbye, we dropped it all on a dime to be on our own
Wave goodbye, as we make the escape into the unknown

We pushed through shattering expectations
Filled with dreams, filled with heartache

We pushed through shattering expectations
Filled with dreams, filled with heartache

We're still standing strong, standing strong
As we keep living on, living on

Free fall
Close your eyes and take the dive
Free fall
Close your eyes and take the dive
Free fall
Close your eyes, and take the dive
This is your new purpose in life,
This is your new purpose in life
Free fall
Close your eyes, and take the dive
This is your new purpose in life,
This is your new purpose in life
Free fall
Close your eyes, and take the dive
This is your new purpose in life,
This is your new purpose in life
Free Fall
This is your new purpose in life,
This is your new purpose in life



All comments from YouTube:

adam jaynes

I consider this track to be a master piece. The only problem is when it ends and I have to hit the replay button.

Josiah Harmon

They are taking metalcore to a whole new level. I actually love this.

J A Y

I cant choose between ERRA and ABR, both amazing. Skyline and Dementia are my faves of all time, but so is Echos, Meridian, and this by ABR.

Gergő Szatmári

I think this level is a metalcore :D

Justin

+Josiah Harmon ABR used to be my fave band. Then I found Erra and listened to their Augment and Impulse Cd's. Lets just say ABR got put on the BACKBURNER OWWWWWWWWW im drunk :D but still

alexander shmyga

Josiah Harmon agree, man, new level of metalcore, maybe heavy metal in general even. This album is pure masterpiece

Brandon Marchesini

Jaller You my kind sire are a scholar and a gentleman

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Rafael Marcelino

na minha opinião o melhor album deles <3 me surpreenderam

MrSologratia

"Vanguard"

Wave goodbye, as we turn our backs on our past
Wave goodbye, cut our future short to pave a new path
Wave goodbye, we dropped it all on a dime to be on our own
Wave goodbye, as we make the escape into the unknown

We pushed through shattering expectations
Filled with dreams, filled with heartache

We pushed through shattering expectations
Filled with dreams, filled with heartache

We're still standing strong, standing strong
As we keep living on, living on

Free fall
Close your eyes and take the dive
Free fall
Close your eyes and take the dive
Free fall
Close your eyes, and take the dive
This is your new purpose in life,
This is your new purpose in life
Free fall
Close your eyes, and take the dive
This is your new purpose in life,
This is your new purpose in life
Free fall
Close your eyes, and take the dive
This is your new purpose in life,
This is your new purpose in life
Free Fall
This is your new purpose in life,
This is your new purpose in life

Tony Cokely

What translation is that bud? I use KJV. Just curious, I like it. Be blessed.

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