Fight The Fade (stylized as FTF) is an American rock band from Tulsa, Okla… Read Full Bio ↴Fight The Fade (stylized as FTF) is an American rock band from Tulsa, Oklahoma, formed in 2009. The band's lineup consists of singer Zene Smith; guitarists Tyler Simpson and Bryan Conway; and bassist Trevor Taylor. They are known for their rock music which incorporates other sounds such as alternative rock, hard rock, Respectively, Jason McPhail was the band’s original lead vocalist, and was replaced by Smith in 2011.

To date, Fight The Fade has released four studio albums: What We Know (2012), Second Horizon (2014), Second Horizon Reimagined (2015), and the self-titled Fight the Fade (2016). They also have released two EPs, a self-titled EP (2009) which featured their former lead vocalist Jason McPhail, as well as "Masks" (2017). Fight The Fade released a studio single on September 13, 2011 entitled "House Of Cards" which featured first time studio performances from Zene Smith and newly added rhythm guitarist Bryan Conway. Fight the Fade also covered the hit pop song, "Cool Kids" by Echosmith, and recieved much positive praise and attention off that cover. The band is well known for their energetic live shows.

After playing numerous shows in their hometown, the quintet set out on self-booked tours in 2010 while still remaining independent in 2013. Fight The Fade's commitment to the road has allowed them to tour the country and back, sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in music, Switchfoot, Thousand Foot Krutch, Underoath, Skillet, Disciple, Fireflight, The Letter Black, Love & Death (Ft. Brian "Head" Welch of Korn), As I lay Dying, Red, and Newsboys to name a few.

May of 2012 brought the new era of Fight The Fade with "What We Know" the debut EP of the newly featured lineup. The EP featured hit singles "House Of Cards" & "Tomorrow" of which gained regional and national success. The record also saw release of a music video for the title track, along with 2 official lyric videos.

In February 2014 they announced “Second Horizon” the full length follow up to “What We Know.” Along with the announcement released the title track and later released “Rise” as the second single from the new record. Second Horizon is set to be released May 20th 2014.

Enough
Fight The Fade Lyrics

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When you looked into my eyes for the first time
I felt like a deer in the headlights
In a moment all the things that have comprised
Every accomplishment and benchmark in my life
All fell flat, all came short
The bar is so much higher than it was before
And I don’t know if I am capable
Of the love that I know you’ll be aching for

I’m not the man you think I am
I’m just a fraud inside his skin
How long before you start to see
I’m not enough, and I can’t compete

With a cold sweat
I was terrified
But at the same time, I’ve never felt so alive
My heart was full
But so was my mind
Cause I stockpiled lie, after lie, after lie

“You can’t provide, you’re not equipped”
“You’re not a man, you’re just a kid”
Is what I hear inside my head
The diagnosis of my own demons

I’m not the man you think I am
I’m just a fraud inside his skin
How long before you start to see
I’m not enough, and I can’t compete

(I’m not enough, and I can’t compete)
(I’m not enough, and I’ll never be)
(I’m not enough, and I can’t compete)
(With who you think I ought to be)

I’m not enough, and I can’t compete
I’m not enough, and I’ll never be
I’m not enough, and I can’t compete
With who you think I ought to be

I’m not enough, and I can’t compete
I’m not enough, and I’ll never be
I’m not enough, and I can’t compete
With who you think I ought to be

(I'm not enough)
(I'm not enough)
I’m not enough

I’m not the man you think I am
I’m just a fraud inside his skin

I’m not the man you think I am
I’m just a fraud inside his skin
How long before you start to see
I’m not enough, and I can’t compete

I’m not enough

Overall Meaning

In "Enough" by Fight The Fade, the lyrics delve into the feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt that arise when faced with the prospect of truly opening up and giving oneself completely in a relationship. The opening lines describe a powerful moment when the singer's partner looks into their eyes for the first time, causing a flood of emotions and insecurities. The comparison to a deer in the headlights conveys the overwhelming nature of this experience. The singer realizes that all their past accomplishments and personal growth suddenly pale in comparison to the enormity of the love they know their partner deserves.

The verses continue to express the inner turmoil and fear the singer experiences. Lines such as "I’m just a fraud inside his skin" and "I stockpiled lie, after lie, after lie" reveal the deep-seated self-doubt and imposter syndrome they battle. The inner voice taunts them with insults, telling them they are ill-equipped, not a true man, and just a kid. This internal struggle creates a sense of inadequacy and the constant fear of not being able to meet the expectations of their partner.

The repetition of the lines "I’m not enough, and I can’t compete" further emphasizes the overwhelming feeling of insignificance. The final lines of the song drive home the recurring theme of self-doubt and the fear of not living up to the idealized version of oneself. The repetition of "I’m not enough, and I’ll never be" reinforces the profound sense of unworthiness and the impossibility of meeting the imagined standards of others.

Overall, "Enough" by Fight The Fade captures the vulnerability, insecurity, and fear of not being able to measure up in a relationship. It explores the internal battle with self-doubt and the constant pressure to meet expectations, ultimately leading to feelings of inadequacy.

Line by Line Meaning

When you looked into my eyes for the first time
The moment you made eye contact with me, I was immediately overwhelmed and vulnerable.

I felt like a deer in the headlights
I was frozen and unable to think clearly, just like a deer caught in the glare of headlights.

In a moment all the things that have comprised
In an instant, everything that has defined me and my achievements so far

Every accomplishment and benchmark in my life
Every success and goal I've reached

All fell flat, all came short
Suddenly seemed insignificant and inadequate

The bar is so much higher than it was before
The expectations placed on me now are much greater than ever before

And I don’t know if I am capable
I doubt my own ability and don't know if I have what it takes

Of the love that I know you’ll be aching for
To provide the kind of love and support that I know you desire

I’m not the man you think I am
The person you perceive me to be is not who I truly am

I’m just a fraud inside his skin
Deep down, I feel like an imposter pretending to be someone I'm not

How long before you start to see
When will you begin to realize and understand

I’m not enough, and I can’t compete
I feel inadequate and incapable of living up to your expectations or comparing to others

With a cold sweat
Overwhelmed with fear and anxiety

I was terrified
I was filled with intense fear and dread

But at the same time, I’ve never felt so alive
Despite the fear, I've never felt more fully present and aware

My heart was full
I felt deeply emotional and overwhelmed with emotion

But so was my mind
At the same time, my thoughts and insecurities were consuming me

Cause I stockpiled lie, after lie, after lie
Because I have been accumulating and telling lies, one after another

“You can’t provide, you’re not equipped”
The negative thoughts in my head tell me that I am unable to provide for you and lack the necessary skills

“You’re not a man, you’re just a kid”
My inner voice criticizes me, saying that I am immature and not a capable adult

Is what I hear inside my head
These negative thoughts and self-doubts are constant in my mind

The diagnosis of my own demons
I recognize and acknowledge the negative inner thoughts and insecurities that plague me

I’m not enough, and I’ll never be
I firmly believe that I am inadequate and will never measure up

With who you think I ought to be
I cannot fulfill the expectations and image you have of who I should be

I’m not enough
I lack the qualities and capabilities required

I’m not the man you think I am
Your perception of me does not align with who I truly am

I’m not enough, and I can’t compete
I feel inadequate and incapable of meeting your expectations

(I’m not enough, and I can’t compete)
(I am insufficient, and I cannot measure up)

(I’m not enough, and I’ll never be)
(I am inadequate, and I will never be adequate)

(I’m not enough, and I can’t compete)
(I am insufficient, and I cannot compare)

(With who you think I ought to be)
(To the person you believe I should be)