Before You Exit, made up of brothers Connor McDonough (vocals/guitar), Riley McDonough (vocals/bass), Toby McDonough (vocals/guitar), Thomas Silvers (drums/backing vocals), Braiden Wood (guitar/backing vocals) were playing instruments at ages other kids were beginning to learn how to add and subtract.
They all had their eye set on music; it was just a matter of time before they crossed paths. By the time they were in middle school, fate had led them to be friends, who all had one thing in common- they wanted to start a band. Before You Exit was born and the opportunities came pouring in.
“Being in a band with your best friends comes with endless possibilities,” says Connor McDonough, “and partaking in this journey is something we all are incredibly excited to experience.”
An experience is nothing short of what Before You Exit has had since their start. With the recording of two EP’s under their belt, a brand new album in the works, and touring with acts like All Time Low, Before You Exit is on quite the journey.
After releasing their latest EP “Letting Go,” Before You Exit began to go viral, which ultimately landed them a spot on the All Time Low and A Rocket To The Moon tour- all while still being in high school. The release of “Letting Go” and their first supporting tour proved to be a mile stone in the band’s career.
“Both of those bands have become like older brothers to us and showed us the ropes to touring and have helped us out with our music. It is a memory we can never forget,” states Riley McDonough.
Before You Exit’s friendships continued when both lead singer Alex Gaskarth of All Time Low and lead singer Nick Santino of Rocket To The Moon agreed to help the band on the recording of their newest album, to be released in Spring 2012. With help from the pop rock veterans, the CD will be taking a new direction- one that focuses much more on radio friendly pop.
Working with other big league producers on their latest venture such as Dan Book and Alexei Misoul (Hot Chelle Rae), Bobby Huff, and Robert Ellis Orall (Taylor Swift), the band is ready to release their debut album.
The band couldn’t be more excited about what 2012 has in store for them, and reminiscing on how fast they grew in the past year. Who the band says they have to
thank for all their success? Their fans. Before You Exit will never forget the fact that where they are today and where they are headed, is in large part thanks to the people that support them.
“We love our fans and appreciate everything that they do for us. There is absolutely no way that we would be where we are without them. Their support is no doubt the driving force behind this band,” exclaims drummer, Thomas Silvers.
With their driving force in tow, Before You Exit is on the fast track to an extremely busy new year and shows no signs of slowing down. With another supporting act on a two month long tour starting in January and recording their new album, this band proves that hard work and loving what you do can get you exactly where you want to be.
“The most important thing to us is to see our music reach every single person that it can,” says Connor. “Experiencing someone enjoying a work of art that you as a band have created from scratch is such an overwhelming feeling. We want to tour and play our music for the world.”
Before You Exit’s debut album will be released in Spring of 2012 and they just finished supporting Allstar Weekend on tour in Winter of 2012.
End Of The World
Before You Exit Lyrics
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Na na na na na na na, Na na na na na na
Hey girl, whatcha say?
Why you pushin' me away?
Wishin' we were closer, but we're not
Do you want me to go away now, or to stay?
You're like a roller coaster
Cause you're up, then you're down
Can't you see?
I'm all in and it's just not like me
To want you, want you
Want you to love me like it's our last day baby
Love me like it's our last day girl
Want you to love me like it's our last day baby
Love me like it's the end,
Love me like it's the end of the world
Na na na na na na na, Na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na, Na na na na na na
Hey girl, what's it take,
To get your heart before mine breaks?
I've been givin' my all,
Don't lead me on to let me fall
Can't you see?
I'm all in and it's just not like me
To want you, want you
Want you to love me like it's our last day baby
Love me like it's our last day girl
Want you to love me like it's our last day baby
Love me like it's the end,
Love me like it's the end of the world
Like it's the end of the world (like it's the end of the world)
End of the world (like it's the end of the world)
We can't afford to fake it
This is our time to make it
Like it's our last few seconds
Why can't you give us a chance?
Want you to love me like it's our last day baby
Love me like it's our last day girl
Want you to love me like it's our last day baby
Love me like it's the end,
Love me like it's the end
Want you to love me like it's our last day baby
Love me like it's our last day girl
Want you to love me like it's our last day baby
Love me like it's the end,
Love me like it's the end,
Love me like it's the end of the world
Na na na na na na na, Na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na, Na na na na na na
The song "End of the World" by Before You Exit is about a person who feels confused and unsure about the affection they receive from their partner. The opening lines, "Hey girl, whatcha say? Why you pushin' me away? Wishin' we were closer, but we're not," portray the singer's feelings of frustration over their relationship's stagnancy. They continue by asking their lover to clarify their intentions - whether they want them to stay or leave. The lyrics are open and direct, explaining the singer's commitment to their lover and their desire for genuine affection. The chorus, "Want you to love me like it's our last day baby," summarizes the singer's wish for their lover to reciprocate their love as if it were their final moment on earth.
Throughout the song, the lyrics switch between longing for reciprocated love and distrust. The verses indicate that the singer is holding back their feelings, recognizing the risk of heartbreak but also wanting to take the chance. The mood shifts in the bridge, where they become fed up with the stagnancy of their relationship and demand more effort from their partner. The lyrics state "We can't afford to fake it/ This is our time to make it/ Like it's our last few seconds/ Why can't you give us a chance?", placing the blame solely on their partner's hesitance.
Overall, the song's lyrics depict a fragmented relationship where the singer yearns for more depth and honesty from their partner. The lyrics reveal the singer's vulnerability and willingness to risk their heart, hoping that their partner will reciprocate the same earnestness.
Line by Line Meaning
Na na na na na na na, Na na na na na na
Refrain/Chorus
Hey girl, whatcha say?
Asking the recipient what they have to say
Why you pushin' me away?
Questioning the recipient's actions of keeping the singer at bay
Wishin' we were closer, but we're not
Expressing the artist's desire for a more intimate relationship
Do you want me to go away now, or to stay?
Asking the recipient to make a decision between letting the artist go or allowing them to stay
You can't have it both ways
Stating that the recipient cannot have the singer both present and absent from their life
You're like a roller coaster
Comparing the recipient's emotions and actions to a roller coaster with sudden shifts in direction
Cause you're up, then you're down
Explaining the nature of the recipient's emotional state
Can't you see?
Asking the recipient to understand the artist's perspective
I'm all in and it's just not like me
Acknowledging the artist's full investment in the relationship and how it deviates from their usual behavior
To want you, want you
Admitting the singer's desires for the recipient
Want you to love me like it's our last day baby
Expressing the artist's need for love and affection from the recipient
Love me like it's our last day girl
Reiterating the previous statement with emphasis on gender
Like it's the end of the world
Expressing the urgency and seriousness of the singer's plea for love from the recipient
Hey girl, what's it take,
Asking the recipient what actions are necessary to win their heart
To get your heart before mine breaks?
Expressing the artist's fear of being rejected, and the need for reciprocation before their own heart is broken
I've been givin' my all,
Stating that the artist has put forth their best effort in the relationship
Don't lead me on to let me fall
Advising the recipient not to give the singer false hope only to let them down
We can't afford to fake it
Stating that the relationship cannot survive on inauthenticity
This is our time to make it
Affirming the couple's ability to achieve a successful relationship
Like it's our last few seconds
Comparing the couple's limited time together to their last moments on Earth
Why can't you give us a chance?
Asking the recipient to take a leap of faith and commit to the relationship
Love me like it's the end
Reiterating the urgency and seriousness of the singer's plea for love from the recipient
Love me like it's the end of the world
Stressing the gravity of the situation and how the couple must love each other as if it is their last opportunity on Earth
Na na na na na na na, Na na na na na na
Refrain/Chorus
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Arthur Kent, Sylvia Dee
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@linds534
It's 2021, still getting the goosebumpssss everytime I heard this song! This song literally makes my high school life back then awesome and until now. I love you boys and miss you! 🤧💕
@jaquelyn3393
Owemjiii sissyyy🤧🤧🤧
@texasespinosa
My babies. How did Joan manage all 3 beautiful boys with great personalities and angelic voices
@johnaceevaristo1363
Who’s listening now? Its 2020 and I still like it❤️
@kevinhananto3884
Me. I love it too
@elizabethc8506
I love this group they are amazing. The upbeat music they do is great.
@kellogs999
i miss this
@mhei7675
i miss thiss i used to be obsessed with their songs and idek why i keep on having goosebumps everytime riley sings a high note it melts my heart 2019 anyone?
@steviecook5103
OMG Riley is absolutely gorgeous he is my absolute favourite I adore him so much he is my #1 celeb crush on the whole planet
@Armello94_PG
This is my first time ever listening to them and they're awesome