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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.
Watch the World
Every Avenue Lyrics
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Forget to breathe once in a while
Fade out, no sound
The white lines are slower now
Face up, run back
Chase it down, spin around
Watch the world from the ground
Picks us up, back to life
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh,
Watch the world
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh,
Watch the world
In the darkness it all comes out
In the moment it all makes sense
Fade out, no sound
The white lines are faster now
Face up, run back
Chase it down, spin around
Watch the world from the ground
The crush and burn leaves us dry,
Picks us up, back to life
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh,
Watch the world
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh,
Watch the world
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, ooh, oh, ooh
Chase it down, spin around
Watch the world from the ground
The crush and burn leaves us dry,
Picks us up back to life
Chase it down, spin around
Watch the world from the ground
The crush and burn leaves us dry,
Picks us up, back to life
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh,
Watch the world
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh,
Watch the world
Yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah
Chase it down (oh oh)
Spin around (oh oh)
Watch the world (oh oh)
Watch the world
The crush and burn (oh oh)
Leaves us dry (oh oh)
Picks us up (oh oh)
Watch the world
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh,
Watch the world (oh, oh, oh)
Yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah
The song "Watch the World" by Every Avenue is an anthem for living in the moment and embracing life's highs and lows. The lyrics seem to suggest that the experience of being young and alive is often characterized by intense and unexpected emotions that can be overwhelming. The phrase "We're too young to figure out how," implies a sense of naivety and innocence, but at the same time, the singer encourages the listener to "Chase it down, spin around, watch the world from the ground" as if to say that it's through these experiences that we truly begin to understand the world.
The lyrics "The crush and burn leaves us dry, picks us up back to life" can be interpreted as a metaphor for the cycle of life and death, or more commonly, the ups and downs of everyday life. Through the highs and the lows, we learn to pick ourselves back up and keep moving forward. The repetition of the phrase "Watch the world" throughout the song is a reminder to be present in the moment and appreciate everything around us.
Overall, the song is an ode to living in the moment, embracing life's experiences, and finding joy in the highs and lows of existence.
Line by Line Meaning
We're too young to figure out how,
We are inexperienced and do not know how to handle the situation
Forget to breathe once in a while
We become so consumed with everything happening around us that we forget to slow down and take a breath
Fade out, no sound
We become numb to our surroundings and lose our voice
The white lines are slower now
Time seems to be moving slowly and our progress is hindered
Face up, run back
Despite the challenges, we face them head-on and never give up
Chase it down, spin around
We pursue what we want, even if it means taking risks
Watch the world from the ground
We take a step back to observe the world and gain a new perspective
The crush and burn leaves us dry,
After experiencing failure and hardship, we become emotionally drained and exhausted
Picks us up, back to life
We are resilient and find the strength to get back up again and keep going
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh,
A repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the importance of watching the world and never giving up
In the darkness it all comes out
Only when everything is stripped away can we see things clearly
In the moment it all makes sense
We gain clarity and understanding in the midst of chaos
The white lines are faster now
Time seems to be moving quickly now, and we must keep up
Yeah, yeah
An expression of affirmation and encouragement
Lyrics Ā© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MICHAEL JOSEPH GOVAERE, JAMES FRANCIS DEEGHAN, JOSHUA RANDALL WITHENSHAW, DAVID RYAN STRAUCHMAN, CAERMON JOSEPH GRESTINER, MARK M. WEINBERG
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