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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.
Whatever Happened to You
Every Avenue Lyrics
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We use to bet who'd be the first one to make it out
You've got your airwaves some chemicals save,
Were running circles round the same thing aren't we now
Tear my love away I'll run the hell away cuz I don't recognize the face in front of me
Whatever happened to you?
I haven't changed but the lines on my face I'm still a person and you,
Whatever happened to you?
You know you had a chance the world in your hands you could have had it all if you'd have got your shit straight
You're on the deep end and now your old friends
Are sick of drowning in your sorrows listen now
We fought the same fight and I stood by your side but I can't stick around and watch you crumble
Time will never wait ill learn the hard way cuz I won't recognize the face in front of me
I am the same as I was when I was younger,
Whatever happened to you?
I haven't changed but the lines on my face I'm still a person and you,
Whatever happened to you?
I am the same as I was when I was younger
I am the same as I was when I was younger,
Whatever happened to you?
I haven't changed but the lines on my face I'm still a person and you,
Whatever happened to you?
The lyrics of the song "Whatever Happened to You" by Every Avenue revolve around the theme of nostalgia, getting older, and the changes that come with time. The song is about two friends who were once close but have now drifted apart due to the different paths they have taken in life. The singer is expressing his disappointment and confusion at his friend's behavior, who seems to have lost his way and is living recklessly. The song starts with the singer addressing his friend's drug addiction, which he sees as a form of escapism from reality. They both used to dream of making it big in life, but now the singer feels that his friend has given up on those aspirations and has succumbed to his vices.
The chorus of the song highlights the contrast between the singer and his friend. The singer believes that he is still the same person he was when he was younger, but his friend has changed, and he doesn't recognize him anymore. The lyrics suggest that the friend has lost his identity, and the singer is mourning the loss of the person he once knew. The second verse talks about how the singer still cares for his friend, but he has to distance himself from him because he can't watch him self-destruct anymore. He reminds him that they both fought the same battles at one point, but now he has to leave his friend behind. The song ends with the repetition of the line "Whatever happened to you?" which highlights the singer's confusion and disappointment.
Line by Line Meaning
You got your little pills, some kind of cheap thrills
You've resorted to taking drugs for entertainment
We use to bet who'd be the first one to make it out
We used to dream and plan to achieve our goals and leave our current situation
You've got your airwaves some chemicals save
Your addiction to drugs is keeping you alive and 'saving' you in some way
Were running circles round the same thing aren't we now
Our lives are stagnant and we're both stuck in the same cycle
Tear my love away I'll run the hell away cuz I don't recognize the face in front of me
I can't handle the changes in you and I need to distance myself
I am the same as I was when I was younger
I haven't changed much as a person over the years
Whatever happened to you?
I'm wondering how you got to this point in your life
I haven't changed but the lines on my face I'm still a person and you
My appearance may have aged but at my core, I'm still the same person. However, you seem to have changed drastically
You know you had a chance the world in your hands you could have had it all if you'd have got your shit straight
You had opportunities and potential to achieve anything, but your poor choices and lack of responsibility prevented you from succeeding
You're on the deep end and now your old friends
You've gone too far and your friends, who used to support you, are now overwhelmed by your problems
Are sick of drowning in your sorrows listen now
We can no longer handle your constant negative emotions
We fought the same fight and I stood by your side but I can't stick around and watch you crumble
I tried to support you in the past, but now I need to prioritize my own well-being and remove myself from the situation
Time will never wait ill learn the hard way cuz I won't recognize the face in front of me
I can't keep waiting for you to change, and the longer time passes, the less familiar you become to me
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CAERMON JOSEPH GRESTINER, CHRISTOPHER CRON, CHRISTOPHER DANIEL CRON, DAVID RYAN STRAUCHMAN, JAMES FRANCIS DEEGHAN, JOSHUA RANDALL WITHENSHAW, MICHAEL JOSEPH GOVAERE, RICK SANBERG, RICK SCOTT SANBERG
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