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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.
Trading Heartbeats
Every Avenue Lyrics
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You're just changing the person between your sheets
You're just trading heartbeats, baby
That's fine with me
Whoa, whoa, whoa, yeah yeah
Tell your friends not to speak until they're sober
My lips are sealed but you still speak in fiction
So keep telling your stories even though I'll never listen
I heard the bad news, I heard all about you
It's not what you did, it's just what you do
You're just trading heartbeats, baby
You're just changing the person between your sheets
You're just trading heartbeats, baby
That's fine with me
I've got you right down to the bone
But I don't let my feelings show
But I still remember all the long drives home
We sing, we sing
Whoa, whoa, whoa, yeah yeah
You're just trading heartbeats, baby
You're just changing the person between your sheets
You're just trading heartbeats, baby
That's fine with me
Oh, oh
Give it up and just let it go
What you had you will never know
The reason is right but the feelings are wrong
Now we sing to a different song
Do you remember when we sang?
Do you remember when we sang?
Do you remember when we sang?
We sang, we sang
Whoa, whoa, whoa, yeah
You're just trading heartbeats, baby
You're just changing the person between your
You're just trading heartbeats, baby
That's fine with me
Give it up and just let it go
What you had you will never know
The reason is right but the feelings are wrong
Now we sing to a different song
And that's fine with me
The song "Trading Heartbeats" by Every Avenue portrays the heartache and frustration of being in a relationship with someone who is constantly trading partners. The lyrics suggest that the person is not interested in a committed relationship and is more interested in exploring new people, without considering the feelings of the others involved. The singer accepts this and even resigns himself to the fact that he may just be another heartbeat to be traded. The melancholy tone of the song reinforces the sense of heartbreak and the inability to change the situation.
The second verse seems to address the dishonesty of the person in question. The singer suggests that the stories that the person tells are untrue, but that he still chooses to listen to them. This may imply that the person is not trustworthy and will say and do whatever it takes to maintain the revolving door of relationships. The line "it's not what you did, it's just what you do" reinforces the idea that the person in question is unlikely to change.
Overall, "Trading Heartbeats" is a poignant commentary on the difficulties of navigating relationships when one person is not interested in commitment. It speaks to the pain of feeling like just another temporary partner and the frustration of being unable to change the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
You're just trading heartbeats, baby
You are simply swapping partners in bed and nothing more.
You're just changing the person between your sheets
You have no emotional connection with the people you're sleeping with.
That's fine with me
I am okay with the fact that you are casually sleeping around.
Tell your friends not to speak until they're sober
Advise your friends not to reveal secrets when they're drunk and vulnerable.
They would slip as their inhibitions lower
They are more likely to reveal the truth when alcohol makes them lose their inhibitions.
My lips are sealed but you still speak in fiction
I am not telling others about your behavior but you continue to lie about it.
So keep telling your stories even though I'll never listen
You can keep lying, but I'm not going to pay attention to your stories.
I heard the bad news, I heard all about you
I know about your reputation of being promiscuous.
It's not what you did, it's just what you do
Your behavior is consistent and not just a one-time mistake.
I've got you right down to the bone
I understand your true nature and intentions.
But I don't let my feelings show
I am not letting my emotions affect my actions or thoughts.
But I still remember all the long drives home
I still have fond memories of spending time with you.
We sing, we sing
We used to sing together and have fun together.
Give it up and just let it go
You should move on from what we had and find something new.
What you had you will never know
You won't fully realize or appreciate what we had until it's gone.
The reason is right but the feelings are wrong
You might have made the correct decision to leave, but it still doesn't feel good.
Now we sing to a different song
We have moved on to different things and left our past behind.
And that's fine with me
I am content with our paths diverging and moving in different directions.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID RYAN STRAUCHMAN, JAMES FRANCIS DEEGHAN, JOSHUA RANDALL WITHENSHAW, MICHAEL JOSEPH GOVAERE
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