Josh - Guitar, Backup Vocals
Jimmie - Guitar, Ba… Read Full Bio ↴Dave - Vocals, Piano
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.
One More Song
Every Avenue Lyrics
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We are the chase-ups of the night
Losers-bite it
But we don't go down without a fight
Ugly trends and pick-up lines
Have shattered its own pride
Hopes and dreams and memories
One more song we can sing along to
Our big break
No more mistakes
One more time, we'll do what we have to
To get this off the ground
One more song we can sing along to
Our big break
No more mistakes
One more time, we'll do what we have to
To get this off the ground
No more should've-been, no more could've-been
There's no last thing now
Carve into the drawing board, just to wash it clean
They big talk but they will never say what they mean
Crowded floors and sleepless nights,
Photographs and stupid fights
Hopes and dreams and memories
You can't take away from me
Oh, oh oh oh, yeah
One more song we can sing along to
Our big break
No more mistakes
One more time, we'll do what we have to
To get this off the ground
One more song we can sing along to
Our big break
No more mistakes
One more time, we'll do what we have to
To get this off the ground
No more should've-been, no more could've-been
There's no last week
No more should've-been, no more could've-been
There's no last thing now
Whoa, yeah
Whoa, yeah
We only get one chance at this
In this life it's hit or miss
My hopes and dreams and memories
You can't take away from me
One more song we can sing along to
Our big break
No more mistakes
One more time, we'll do what we have to
To get this off the ground
One more song we can sing along to
Our big break
No more mistakes
One more time, we'll do what we have to
To get this off the ground
No more should've-been, no more could've-been
There's no last week now
The lyrics of Every Avenue's "One More Song" are about perseverance and not giving up on one's dreams. The song tells the story of a group of friends who are struggling to make it in the music industry but refuse to quit. The opening lines, "Take your friends and move them out / we are the chase-ups of the night," suggest that the band members are determined to stand out from the crowd and be noticed. They are not afraid to fight for their right to be heard, even if it means going up against more successful artists ("losers-bite it").
The second verse of the song addresses the difficulties and setbacks the band has faced, including "ugly trends and pick-up lines" that have "shattered its own pride." Despite these obstacles, however, the band is undeterred. They cling to their "hopes and dreams and memories" and refuse to give up. The chorus emphasizes this message, with the lyrics "One more time, we'll do what we have to / to get this off the ground." The band members believe that they only have one shot at success, and they are determined to make it count.
Overall, "One More Song" is an upbeat and inspirational anthem that encourages listeners to pursue their goals with passion and determination. The lyrics emphasize the importance of perseverance, hard work, and never giving up on one's dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Take your friends and move them out
We don't need any negativity or doubters holding us back
We are the chase-ups of the night
We are go-getters and we won't stop until we reach our goals
Losers-bite it
We won't let any failures or setbacks defeat us
But we don't go down without a fight
We will persevere and fight for our dreams no matter the cost
Ugly trends and pick-up lines
We won't conform to superficial trends or rely on cheap tactics to achieve success
Have shattered its own pride
The music industry has become too focused on image rather than talent
Hopes and dreams and memories
Our aspirations, desires, and past experiences are what drives us
Have stopped to say good-byes
We must let go of our past failures and disappointments to move forward
One more song we can sing along to
We need one last chance to prove ourselves and achieve success
Our big break
This is the moment we've been waiting for, to finally break into the music industry
No more mistakes
We won't repeat the same mistakes that held us back before
One more time, we'll do what we have to
We will do whatever it takes to make our dreams a reality
To get this off the ground
We need to launch our career and gain traction in the music industry
No more should've-been, no more could've-been
We won't dwell on our past missed opportunities or failures
There's no last thing now
This is our last chance to succeed and we won't let it slip away
Carve into the drawing board, just to wash it clean
We need to start fresh and come up with new ideas to stand out in the industry
They big talk but they will never say what they mean
Other artists may talk a big game but lack the talent and passion we have
Crowded floors and sleepless nights, photographs and stupid fights
Our journey to success has been filled with ups and downs, hectic schedules, and petty arguments
You can't take away from me
No one can take away our memories or our desire to succeed
We only get one chance at this
We need to make the most of this opportunity as it may be our last
In this life it's hit or miss
Success in the music industry is unpredictable and requires hard work and dedication
No more should've-been, no more could've-been
We won't dwell on our past mistakes or missed opportunities
There's no last week now
We need to focus on the present and not let time slip away
Contributed by Allison T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.