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Josh - Guitar, Backup Vocals
Jimmie - Guitar, Backup Vocals
Matt - Bass, Backup Vocals
Dennis - Drums
Giving their brand of euphoric rock a sharper, slicker edge, Every Avenue explores themes of lust, temptation and self-acceptance on new album Bad Habits' 10 driving tracks, solidifying their place in the next breed of strong contenders in pop rock. Their third full-length sees the band lacing their infectious melodies with a glimpse of a darker side, embracing their next phase with the passion of a band truly defining their sound and making it their own.
Making their mark through hard work, the stunning vocal stylings of singer Dave Strauchman and an unfaltering belief in their brand of quality rock tunes, the Motor City five-piece has exploded from hometown shows to international success in a few short years. The band has been a staple on the rock circuit since 2004, clocking up tours with All Time Low, Boys Like Girls, Metro Station and Hey Monday, and was featured in Alternative Press' Most Anticipated Albums 2011. The band's single "Tell Me I'm A Wreck" was in high rotation on Sirius Hits 1, with several weeks appearance on the 20 on 20 chart in fall 2010, and the poignant video resonated with fans worldwide, picking up airplay on MTV2 and was named Kerrang! TV's Video Of The Week. With an entire summer of Vans Warped Tour in front of them, Every Avenue stands defiant, a stable of killer tracks under their belts, poised to take Bad Habits to new heights.
Hit Me Where It Hurts the Most
Every Avenue Lyrics
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Running around in circles lately
I can't deny it, I kinda like it
I'm wound up tighter than your jeans fit
You got me lit up like a cigarette
Hit me where it hurts the most
Break me down to the bone
It can't get any worse,
Just hit me where it hurts the most
I taste it all over your lips,
You know all my little secrets
I'm a fool to play your little mind games
I'm tying knots over a chair with three legs
You keep me hanging by a little thread
Hit me where it hurts the most
Break me down to the bone
You wouldn't be the first,
It can't get any worse,
Just hit me where it hurts the most
You got me on my knees (Most)
Why don't you set me free?
You got me lit up like a cigarette
Hit me where it hurts the most
Break me down to the bone
You wouldn't be the first,
It can't get any worse,
Just hit me where it hurts the most
Hit me where it hurts the most
Break me down to the bone
You wouldn't be the first,
It can't get any worse,
Just hit me where it hurts...
In Every Avenue's "Hit Me Where It Hurts the Most," the singer is confessing to being infatuated with someone who has a hold on them. Despite feeling like they're going crazy and being strung along, they can't help but enjoy the emotional rollercoaster they're on. The chorus repeats the plea for the object of their affection to break them down to the bone, hitting them where it hurts the most. The second verse adds that the singer is aware of the mind games being played, but they're still powerless to resist. It's clear that the singer is deeply invested in this person and is willing to put up with some amount of pain in order to stay in this complicated relationship.
Overall, the song seems to be about the complicated nature of attraction and relationships. It acknowledges that getting hurt is an inevitable part of opening up to someone and that the process of falling in love can feel excruciating at times. At the same time, there's a sense of masochism to the lyrics - the singer almost seems to be asking for more pain, both as a way to prove their devotion and to feel something intense.
Line by Line Meaning
You got me going crazy,
You have caused me to become insane,
Running around in circles lately
I am currently very busy without a clear direction
I can't deny it, I kinda like it
I cannot refuse to admit that I enjoy the situation
I'm wound up tighter than your jeans fit
I am under a lot of pressure
You got me lit up like a cigarette
You have aroused me and made me feel alive
Hit me where it hurts the most
Attack me where it has the greatest impact
Break me down to the bone
Destroy me down to my core
You wouldn't be the first,
Others have already caused me pain in this way
It can't get any worse,
Things are already very bad
Just hit me where it hurts the most
Please, cause me pain in the worst possible way
I taste it all over your lips,
I am aware of a specific experience from our shared moments
You know all my little secrets
You are aware of aspects of me that I have not shared with others
I'm a fool to play your little mind games
I am aware that you are manipulating me, but I will still allow it
I'm tying knots over a chair with three legs
I am struggling with a difficult situation
You keep me hanging by a little thread
You are keeping me in a state of uncertainty
You got me on my knees (Most)
You have succeeded in making me vulnerable
Why don't you set me free?
Why don't you release me from your grasp?
Hit me where it hurts the most
Attack me where it has the greatest impact
Break me down to the bone
Destroy me down to my core
You wouldn't be the first,
Others have already caused me pain in this way
It can't get any worse,
Things are already very bad
Just hit me where it hurts the most
Please, cause me pain in the worst possible way
Hit me where it hurts the most
Attack me where it has the greatest impact
Break me down to the bone
Destroy me down to my core
You wouldn't be the first,
Others have already caused me pain in this way
It can't get any worse,
Things are already very bad
Just hit me where it hurts...
Please, cause me pain in the worst possible way
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALAN POPOFF, ALAN J. POPOFF, CAERMON JOSEPH GRESTINER, DAVID RYAN STRAUCHMAN, JAMES FRANCIS DEEGHAN, JEREMY POPOFF, JEREMY ALAN POPOFF, JOSHUA RANDALL WITHENSHAW, MICHAEL JOSEPH GOVAERE, RYAN JOSEPH GILLMOR
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