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Jimmie - Guitar, Backup Vocals
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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.
Where Were You
Every Avenue Lyrics
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Of all the numbers, you end up callin' mine
Ready or not, I think I?ll give this a shot
I should know better than to give her what she wants
I picked her up and she was three-fourths gone
She passed out before we even got to talk
All I want to know is
Where were you when I needed you most?
Why did you leave me alone?
We gave up before we gave it a chance
And I don't understand
Back to where we left off, baby
?How you been? and ?what's been new with you lately?
Just forget it, it?s the same old runaround
You build me up just to let me down, down
Where were you when I needed you most?
Why did you leave me alone?
We gave up before we gave it a chance
And I don't understand
Where were you when I needed you most?
Why did you leave me alone?
We gave up before we gave it a chance
And I don't understand
Just forget it, it?s the same old runaround
Just forget it, just forget it
Just forget it, it?s the same old runaround
Just forget it, just forget it
Where were you when I needed you most?
Why did you leave me alone?
We gave up before we gave it a chance
And I don't understand, I don't understand
Where were you when I needed you most?
Why did you leave me alone?
We gave up before we gave it a chance
And I don't understand
Where were you when I needed you most?
Why did you leave me alone?
We gave up before we gave it a chance
And I don't understand
Home for the weekend, lookin' for a good time
"Where Were You" by Every Avenue is a song about a man who is looking for a good time and ends up calling a girl who he has a history with. He admits that he knows he shouldn't give her what she wants, but he decides to pick her up anyway. Once he arrives, he realizes she is already drunk and passes out before they can even have a conversation. The chorus repeats several times, with the singer asking where she was when he needed her the most and why she left him alone. He is frustrated that they never gave their relationship a chance and that she continues to play the same old games.
Overall, the song is about frustration and regret. The singer is angry that the girl left him alone when he needed her, but he also acknowledges that he should have known better than to expect anything different from her. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes his confusion and sadness, as he can't understand why their relationship didn't work out.
Line by Line Meaning
Home for the weekend, lookin' for a good time
I am back home for the weekend and want to have fun.
Of all the numbers, you end up callin' mine
Out of all the numbers in the world, you chose to call me.
Ready or not, I think I'll give this a shot
Despite my reservations, I will try to make it work.
I should know better than to give her what she wants
I understand that I am giving her what she wants even though I know it's not good for me.
She passed out before we even got to talk
She got intoxicated and was unable to communicate with me.
All I want to know is, where were you when I needed you most?
I'm asking you where you were when I really needed you the most.
Back to where we left off, baby, how you been and what's been new with you lately?
Let's catch up on each other's lives and see how things have been recently.
Just forget it, it's the same old runaround
I'm tired of the same old cycle and don't want to deal with it anymore.
You build me up just to let me down, down
You make me feel good about something, only to disappoint me soon after.
And I don't understand, I don't understand
I am confused and unable to comprehend why things are the way they are.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID RYAN STRAUCHMAN, JAMES FRANCIS DEEGHAN, JOSHUA RANDALL WITHENSHAW, MICHAEL JOSEPH GOVAERE
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Chewwa
William Schnabel yes, except for literally everything... lol. Let’s go ahead and list some things.
Green Day has sold enough albums from their worst album to beat this bands best album in sales.
Green Day is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Green Day is an internationally recognized band.
Okay I realized you wrote this five years ago.. but what the heck? 😂😂
Trey Williams
this song just popped into my head after.....years. probably like, 10 at least. this absolutely hit
Stephanie
All I wanted in life was to see this band in concert :'(
Eric Brezosky
It was fun
Inferno
I'm two years late but they had tour December in Chicago and Detroit
Alex G
They are so good! I can't wait to see them on the AP tour.
old videos
I saw their concert and It was really cool. Dave and Josh both signed my shirt and took a picture with me and my friend whose birthday present it was. They were both really nice and they were my favorite band out of all four. Thank you and come back soon PLEASE!
Vivian Ngovu
I LOVE IT! you guys are awesome
Doofas Chow
i love this song :D the lyrics, the melody, very addicting <3
Hillary Mosca
I love this song. I can't wait to see you guys at fall tour!!! 10/10 and 10/11 <3
KandiKid87
I remember how much I love this song! <3 I can't believe it's been 4 years since it came out. Doesn't seem like it. Oh well. :D