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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.
Saying Goodbye
Every Avenue Lyrics
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Drove through a whole night just to make it right
The last thing I remember, you were begging me not to go
You had that look of sadness on your face, that only I would know
I thought a lot about the summers passed
Your hair in your eyes
And how we spent the whole night saying goodbye
I thought I forgot my past
But that all changed today
I know it was wrong of me to try to throw this all away
So if you give it just one more try
I'll give you everything you need
She said
"Just tell me what changed your mind, what brought you back to me?"
And I said
I thought a lot about the summers passed
Your hair in your eyes
And how we spent the whole night saying goodbye
Saying goodbye
We always thought that those days would last
We felt so hard
And how we spent the whole night saying goodbye
Saying goodbye, like it was the last time
Another month that's faded away
Minutes feel like hours, hours like days
When will I see, what can she say?
She said
I thought a lot about the summers passed
Your hair in your eyes
And how we spent the whole night saying goodbye
Saying goodbye
We always thought that those days would last
We felt so hard
And how we spent the whole night saying goodbye
Saying goodbye
Saying goodbye, saying goodbye
Like it was the last time
The song "Saying Goodbye" by Every Avenue is a nostalgic and emotional account of a couple who had to say goodbye, possibly due to the singer's mistake. The lyrics begins with the singer watching the sunrise over the Chicago skyline after driving through the night to make things right. The singer remembers the last time they were together and how the partner begged them not to leave. As they reminisce about the past, the singer realizes how wrong they were to let go of what they had with their partner. They ask for a second chance and promise to give everything.
The song conveys an emotional message of lost love and regrets. The lyrics highlight how the memory of the love shared still lingers on, which makes the singer come back to their partner, hoping for another chance. The portrayal of the past is vivid, and the constant mention of goodbyes showcases the impact of separation on their love.
Line by Line Meaning
I watched the sun come up over the Chicago skyline
I witnessed the sun rise over the skyline of Chicago.
Drove through a whole night just to make it right
I drove throughout the whole night to rectify a situation.
The last thing I remember, you were begging me not to go
You were pleading with me to stay when I recollect the final moments.
You had that look of sadness on your face, that only I would know
I had the awareness that the sorrow on your face was something only I could comprehend.
I thought a lot about the summers passed
I reminisced a lot about the summers that have gone by.
Your hair in your eyes
Your hair covering your eyes.
And how we spent the whole night saying goodbye
We spent an entire night bidding farewell.
Saying goodbye, like it was the last time
Saying goodbye, as if it was our final opportunity to do so.
I thought I forgot my past
I assumed that I had forgotten my past.
But that all changed today
However, today everything changed.
I know it was wrong of me to try to throw this all away
I comprehend that it was erroneous of me to attempt to throw everything away.
So if you give it just one more try
Therefore, if you give it another opportunity.
I'll give you everything you need
I promise to provide everything that you require.
She said "Just tell me what changed your mind, what brought you back to me?"
She requested, "Please explain to me what altered your thoughts and brought you back to me."
And I said
And I replied
We always thought that those days would last
We perpetually believed that those days would continue indefinitely.
We felt so hard
We experienced such strong emotions.
Another month that's faded away
Another month has come to an end and passed away.
Minutes feel like hours, hours like days
Time is passing by slowly and minutes appear like hours, hours appear like days.
When will I see, what can she say?
When can I anticipate seeing her next, what does she have to say?
Saying goodbye
Saying farewell.
Saying goodbye, saying goodbye
Bidding farewell, bidding farewell again.
Like it was the last time
As if it was the final opportunity to do so.
Contributed by Parker D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.