Before they were signed to a major label, they released an EP titled Richter. Many of the songs on Richter are demo versions of songs on their full length debut, Goldfinger, which was released in 1996. Their biggest single was "Here in Your Bedroom", though they also gained recognition from their song Superman, which was featured in the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater (1) video game. (Their song "Spokesman" was also included in the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 video game) Though their second album, Hang-Ups, was less successful, the band still maintained a devoted fanbase in the hardcore community. Their third studio LP was Stomping Ground, which sold poorly in the US but was a modest hit in some European countries, thanks to their cover of Nena's "99 Red Balloons" sung partly in German. 99 Red Balloons was also featured in Gran Turismo 3 A-Spec, as well as the movie Eurotrip. Their next album, Open Your Eyes (2002), was the first for their new record label, Jive/Zomba.
Frontman John Feldmann has produced records for Mest, The Used (whose vocalist Bert McCracken sang some guest vocals on 'Open Your Eyes' and 'Ocean Size') and Story of the Year. He also produced Good Charlotte's single "The Anthem" (whose guitarist Benji Madden provides guest vocals on 'January'), which was originally named "Oracle of Elcaro". He also signed the band Unloco with Maverick Records. In early 2005, they released their first album for their new label, titled "Disconnection Notice". It featured the single "Wasted".
Former band members include bassist Simon Williams, who left the band following Hang-Ups (replaced by Kelly Lemieux), and Brian Arthur, who left the band following Disconnection Notice.
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Walk Away
Goldfinger Lyrics
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And people stay the same
Accept the way it is
Accept that things don't change
Some people make it worse
Some people don't want to listen
In the end it all works out
In the end, they learn their lesson
But I don't believe this shit
I know I can make things better
I know it will take some work
But I'm not afraid of the dirt
What if I do nothing?
What if I just turn my back on you?
If I say nothing
What if I just walk away from you?
Walk away
I could never walk away from you
I want to give you life
I want to give you shelter
I want to take away your pain
I want to give you freedom
I want to educate the world
I want to educate my parents
I want to turn all the wrongs right
And save the lives I can
They say people have their ways
And people stay the same
Accept the way it is
I know that I can change
Walk away
I could never walk away from you
The lyrics to Goldfinger's "Walk Away" revolve around the idea that people are resistant to change and accepting things as they are can be detrimental. The opening lines "They say people have their ways / And people stay the same / Accept the way it is / Accept that things don't change" suggest that society has normalized the idea that change is difficult, if not impossible, and acquiescing to the status quo is the only option. The singer, however, disagrees with this notion and expresses his desire to make a positive impact regardless of the obstacles. Goldfinger's lead singer, John Feldmann, has previously mentioned that this song is about doing everything in one's power to help someone.
The second stanza delves into the fear of inaction and its consequences: "What if I do nothing? / What if I just turn my back on you? / If I say nothing / What if I just walk away from you?" The rhetorical question "What if I just walk away from you?" is repeated at the end of each verse, emphasizing the significance of taking action. The chorus "Walk away / I could never walk away from you" is a response to the doubts raised by the previous stanza. The singer reaffirms his commitment to helping others, no matter what challenges lie ahead.
In conclusion, "Walk Away" is a motivational anthem about the power of change and not being afraid to take risks when it comes to helping others. The song encourages listeners to break free from the apathy and resistance to change that has permeated society.
Line by Line Meaning
They say people have their ways
Society often claims that individuals have set things that they always follow.
And people stay the same
People usually don't change who they truly are over time.
Accept the way it is
Just come to terms with the current situation for what it is.
Accept that things don't change
People should give up their hope for change to happen, making it easier to live with the present.
Some people make it worse
Certain individuals only worsen the circumstances by not doing anything helpful.
Some people don't want to listen
Some refuse to hear any advice or help, thus making it hard for anyone to be of help.
In the end it all works out
Eventually, circumstances will change for the better with time.
In the end, they learn their lesson
Eventually, people acknowledge that they have to improve their ways to achieve better outcomes.
But I don't believe this shit
I disagree with people who say that change can't happen, making it difficult to improve.
I know I can make things better
I'm confident that improvements can happen if I put in the hard work required.
I know it will take some work
It won't be an easy task to improve things, and it will demand time to make things better.
But I'm not afraid of the dirt
Even if my task demands me to take difficult, unpleasant work, I won't be reluctant to do it.
What if I do nothing?
What if I don't take any action to improve anything?
What if I just turn my back on you?
What if I ignore you and refuse to assist you?
If I say nothing
What will happen if I don't provide my input and remain silent?
What if I just walk away from you?
What if I abandon you and never turn back?
Walk away
The act of leaving or departing from those that would support us and those we care about is something that we should never do.
I could never walk away from you
I could never bring myself to leave or abandon you.
I want to give you life
I want to provide you with vitality or positive energy for your well-being.
I want to give you shelter
I want to offer you a place of security and protection from the hazards of life.
I want to take away your pain
I want to help restore your happiness and ease any pain you feel.
I want to give you freedom
I want to provide you with the chance to live freely without any limitations or restrictions.
I want to educate the world
I want to enlighten the world on different truths of life and alternative perspectives we seldom get to learn.
I want to educate my parents
I want to teach my family and those closest to me all that I know, bringing wisdom to those who need it the most.
I want to turn all the wrongs right
I want to put innovations in place that can help fix the problems that we currently face.
And save the lives I can
I want to provide help and save as many lives as I possibly can.
I know that I can change
As opposed to accepting things the way they are simply means there is indeed hope for change.
Contributed by Eliana A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Robert Yap
This track saves me. I fall then i get up again. Thank you for this inspiring music. Goldfinger you guys are wonderful.
mighty bosstones22
Such a cool song goldfinger always writes the best positive message songs I've heard. I love to listen
Mister Bright
Disconnection Notice is such a damn good album. I still listen to it to this day.
mark martinez
I really love this song.Inspiring.Long Live Goldfinger
Cherry Griffiths
They're still my "most played".
Taylor Skarning
So fucking excited to see them at Warped Tour this year<3
Jeanette Bocanegra
BEST. SONG. EVER.
Pim Visser
I LOVE THIS
Elena Quintero
i love you john!!!
ColinBrunnemer77
Yeah Goldfinger!!