Upon releasing "Turn It Around" on Facedown Records in 2003, Comeback Kid began touring full-time, covering most of North America as well as Europe. They also appeared on many high profile hardcore festivals like Hellfest and Posi Numbers festival. Following the touring for "Turn It Around", Comeback Kid entered the Blasting Room in Fort Collins, Colorado to begin recording their sophomore full length.
In February 2005 Comeback Kid released "Wake the Dead", their first for Victory Records. After some long tours, vocalist Scott Wade left the band. Neufeld became the band's vocalist, and they began recording their third album "Broadcasting". The release of "Broadcasting" was followed by more steady touring, culminating with a summer long tour supporting Rise Against in North America, and their first appearance on the "Never Say Die" tour in Europe with Parkway Drive. By the end of 2007 the band was to take a short hiatus. At this time bass player Kevin Call left the band on good terms, issuing a statement regarding leaving Comeback Kid.
Call was replaced by Matt Keil who had played in Minneapolis area bands with Hjelmberg. Two more years of touring followed, with the band visiting South East Asia and Latin America for the first times.
In 2008 a CD / DVD was released called "Through the Noise" which is a line from the song "Industry Standards" off of "Broadcasting..." . The DVD is a documentary of the first 6 years of Comeback Kid. The CD is a live recording of a show in Leipzig, Germany filmed in fall 2007. A release tour in Canada followed, named the "Through the Noise Tour." It featured Bane, Misery Signals, Shai Hulud, Grave Maker, and Outbreak. While on this tour Gravemaker suffered a van accident with Neufeld in the vehicle, which inspired the song "G.M. Vincent and I" off 2010's "Symptoms + Cures".
After two years of international touring, the band spent much of 2010 writing and recording their fourth studio album, "Symptoms + Cures" which was released in Canada by Distort Entertainment and internationally by Victory Records. Two more installments of the "Through the Noise" tour followed in North America and Europe.
In early 2012 guitarist Casey Hjelmberg announced he would be leaving the band. Stu Ross of Misery Signals/Living with Lions will assume guitar duties.
Neufeld confirmed that the band is writing new material this moment, but the progress is quite delayed as the band has many touring plans at the moment. They're also planning a 10th Anniversary Show for the release of their first full-length record "Turn It Around", with their former vocalist Scott Wade in 2013.
On September 21, 2013, Comeback Kid stated on their Facebook page they would have started recording a new full-length album. Die Knowing, the band's fifth studio album, was released on March 4, 2014, through Victory Records.
On May 13, 2014, drummer and founding member Kyle Profeta announced his departure from the band, to focus on his culinary skills in South Africa.
Andrew Neufeld - lead vocals (2006-present), rhythm guitar (2002-2006)
Jeremy Hiebert - lead guitar, backing vocals
Matt Keil - bass, backing vocals
Stu Ross - rhythm guitar, backing vocals
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Die Knowing
Comeback Kid Lyrics
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Making our way through the earth
My heart was marching to a different beat
While my choices were making it harder to find
You took the straight and narrow
Prying eyes watching from overhead
I took the other
And I would do it all over and over again
Disappointment, dedication
Elevated catastrophe
Die knowing that you lived to find
Die knowing where your friendships lie
Die knowing you gave nothing less
Die knowing it was imminent
Die knowing what your failures find
Die knowing where your friendships lie
Die knowing you gave nothing less
Die knowing it was imminent.
In the song "Die Knowing" by Comeback Kid, the lyrics explore the idea of living with intention, dedication, and conviction. The opening verse reveals a sense of searching for something lost, and the singer's heart is "marching to a different beat," suggesting a feeling of being out of sync or out of place. This contrasts with the second verse, in which the singer acknowledges a difference in choices made compared to someone else who took the "straight and narrow." Though the path may not have been easy, the singer is proud of the choices made and would do it all over again. The chorus reinforces the idea of living with purpose and passion, with lines such as "Die knowing where your friendships lie" and "Die knowing you gave nothing less." The song ultimately celebrates the idea of living fully and intentionally, even in the face of adversity.
One interesting fact about "Die Knowing" is that it was released as the title track of Comeback Kid's fifth album in 2014. The album was produced by Kyle Black, who has also worked with bands such as New Found Glory and Pierce the Veil. The song received positive reviews from music critics and fans alike, with some citing its powerful lyrics and driving energy as highlights. The music video for the song features footage of the band performing live, as well as scenes of fans moshing and crowdsurfing at shows. Another interesting fact is that Comeback Kid has been categorized as a melodic hardcore band, blending elements of punk rock and metal into their sound. Their music often deals with themes of resilience, perseverance, and finding strength in difficult times.
Chords: This song is in drop D tuning, and the chords for the intro and chorus are D, G, A. The verses use power chords on D, G, and C.
Line by Line Meaning
I was searching the streets where we lost our stride
I was trying to find my way back to where we were before, but things have changed and I'm lost
Making our way through the earth
Navigating through the ups and downs of life, trying to find our place in the world
My heart was marching to a different beat
I had my own goals and desires that didn't necessarily align with others
While my choices were making it harder to find
The decisions I made were causing obstacles in my search for direction
You took the straight and narrow
You chose the safe and predictable path
Prying eyes watching from overhead
Society and authority figures are monitoring and judging your actions
I took the other
I chose the less conventional, riskier path
Down, but recovered
I faced setbacks and challenges, but I bounced back
And I would do it all over and over again
Despite the difficulties, I have no regrets and would make the same choices again
Disappointment, dedication
Both negative and positive experiences have shaped me
Elevated catastrophe
Chaos and turmoil have forced me to grow and learn
Die knowing that you lived to find
At the end of it all, you can be satisfied that you searched for and followed your own path
Die knowing where your friendships lie
The people who truly care about you and support you will be evident in the end
Die knowing you gave nothing less
You can be proud that you gave your all and stayed true to yourself throughout your journey
Die knowing it was imminent
Accepting the inevitability of death and being at peace with it
Die knowing what your failures find
Recognizing and learning from your mistakes and shortcomings
Die knowing you gave nothing less
Reiterating the importance of staying true to oneself and not compromising values
Die knowing where your friendships lie
Emphasizing the significance of strong and genuine relationships
Die knowing it was imminent
Once again acknowledging and accepting the inevitability of death
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Andrew Neufeld, Jeremy Hiebert, Kyle Profeta
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