In February 2011, the band announced they would be going on an indefinite hiatus. On November 17th, 2011, Martin Johnson tweeted "#boyslikegirlsisback", revealing that the group has not broken up but members are taking a rest and engaging in various side projects. The band has released three studio albums: 'Boys Like Girls' (2006), 'Love Drunk' (2009) and 'Crazy World' (2012). They have had three U.S. Top 40 singles as well: "The Great Escape", "Love Drunk", and "Two is Better Than One" (featuring Taylor Swift). In 2022, they started touring again. In 2023, they released "BLOOD AND SUGAR", their first new song in 11 years, and teased a new album.
The Shot Heard 'Round The World
Boys Like Girls Lyrics
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From falling in love, or staying up on the shelf
I was afraid to walk the streets alone, or by your side
Just waiting up for something that could save my life
There's no way out
Stuck inside my head now
Headed for a break down
'Cause I found out there's no such thing as
A miracle, a miracle
And I know you can't hide
It's the shot heard 'round the world
Lights out
There's no such thing as
A miracle, a miracle
But, baby, don't cry
It's the shot heard 'round the world
If we could light up every street with our cellular phones
Then maybe we can save ourselves, or maybe we won't
Well, it doesn't even matter if we got no plan
As long as you're holding on to somebody's hand
Because there's no way out
Stuck inside your head now
But I know we can break out
If we can all just step outside the door
'Cause I found out there's no such thing as
A miracle, a miracle
And I know you can't hide
It's the shot heard 'round the world
Lights out
There's no such thing as
A miracle, a miracle
But, baby, don't cry
It's the shot heard 'round the world
I'm gonna kiss the sky tonight
Maybe you should try it
I'm gonna learn to fly tonight
And you're invited
'Cause all the things that we've become
Are making me so fucking numb
And this time I have had enough
Goodbye, and say hello to the end of the world
I found out there's no such thing as
A miracle, a miracle
And I know you can't hide
It's the shot heard 'round the world
Lights out
There's no such thing as
A miracle, a miracle
But, baby, don't cry
It's the shot heard 'round the world
Lights out
There's no such thing as
A miracle, a miracle
But, baby, don't cry
It's the shot heard 'round the world
The lyrics of The Shot Heard 'Round The World by Boys Like Girls relate to themes of fear, hopelessness, and the struggle to find meaning and purpose in life. The singer describes how they used to only hide away and try to protect themselves, but now they have realized that there's no way out and they're headed for a breakdown. The singer then urges the listener to hold onto someone's hand and step outside, emphasizing the importance of human connection and facing one's fear.
The chorus of the song reinforces the idea that there are no miracles and that we can't hide from the problems and challenges in life. It's the shot heard 'round the world, meaning that we can't ignore what's happening and we have to face it head-on. The bridge of the song provides a message of hope, as the singer decides to kiss the sky and learn to fly, inviting the listener to join them. However, the final lines of the chorus suggest that while there may not be miracles, there is still reason to hold on and not give up hope.
Overall, The Shot Heard 'Round The World by Boys Like Girls is a powerful message about the importance of facing our fears and connecting with others, even when it seems like there's no way out. It's a reminder that we can't hide from the problems of the world, but we can face them together.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to hideaway and only try to save myself
I used to be afraid of love and keep to myself to avoid getting hurt.
From falling in love, or staying up on the shelf
I was afraid of getting hurt by love or just being alone.
I was afraid to walk the streets alone, or by your side
I was so afraid of life that I didn't even want to walk with you.
Just waiting up for something that could save my life
I was waiting for a miracle to save me from my pain and fears, but no such miracle exists.
There's no way out
I'm trapped in my own head and it feels like there's no escape.
Stuck inside my head now
I'm overthinking and can't get out of my own head.
Headed for a break down
I feel like I'm going to lose my mind and break down.
When I should be headed for the door
I should be taking action and leaving my fears behind.
'Cause I found out there's no such thing as
A miracle, a miracle
I've come to realize that there's no such thing as a miracle that can save me from my fears and pain.
And I know you can't hide
It's the shot heard 'round the world
Lights out
We can't escape from reality, and we all have to face the consequences of our actions.
If we could light up every street with our cellular phones
Then maybe we can save ourselves, or maybe we won't
We can use technology to connect with others and maybe find collective strength, but there's no guarantee that it will save us.
Well, it doesn't even matter if we got no plan
As long as you're holding on to somebody's hand
Sometimes, all we need is someone to hold onto, even if we don't have a plan or know what we're doing.
But I know we can break out
If we can all just step outside the door
We can break free from our fears and pain if we take action and step outside our comfort zones.
I'm gonna kiss the sky tonight
Maybe you should try it
I'm gonna learn to fly tonight
And you're invited
I'm going to embrace life and try new things, and I want you to join me too.
'Cause all the things that we've become
Are making me so fucking numb
And this time I have had enough
Goodbye, and say hello to the end of the world
We've become so numb and disconnected from life that it feels like the world is ending, but it's time to say goodbye to that and welcome a new beginning.
But, baby, don't cry
It's the shot heard 'round the world
Lights out
There's no such thing as
A miracle, a miracle
Even though things might seem bleak, we don't have to worry because everyone is facing the same struggles and there's no such thing as a miracle that can fix everything.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARTIN JOHNSON
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