Good Charlotte is an American pop punk band from Waldorf, Maryland that for… Read Full Bio ↴Good Charlotte is an American pop punk band from Waldorf, Maryland that formed in 1996. Since 1998, the band's constant members have been lead vocalist Joel Madden, rhythm guitarist and back-up vocalist Benji Madden, bass guitarist Paul Thomas, and lead guitarist and keyboardist Billy Martin. Their latest drummer and percussionist is Dean Butterworth, who has been a member of the band since 2005. The band has released five studio albums: Good Charlotte (2000), The Young and the Hopeless (2002), The Chronicles of Life and Death (2004), Good Morning Revival (2007), and Cardiology (2010) as well as two compilations: Greatest Remixes (2008) and Greatest Hits (2010).

Standing Ovation
Good Charlotte Lyrics

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As I start to make
My way back home
Through the crowded streets
With the people come and go

All the faces that I see,
They seem to show
A standing ovation for you

A standing ovation for you

We're alive, now
Let's just take our time, now
Let's just make
The most of every day we have,
The most of every moment

We're alive, now
Let's not waste our time, now
Let's just make
The most of every breath we take
The most of every second we're alive, oh
'Cause we're alive, oh

Out the window of a train
The cities go
By so fast just like the days
I watched you grow (I've watched you grow)

And one day you will walk away
The more you know
The standing ovations for you
The standing ovations for you

We're alive, now
Let's just take our time, now
Let's just make
The most of every day we have,
The most of every moment

We're alive, now
Let's not waste our time, now
Let's just make
The most of every breath we take
The most of every second we're alive

Can't you see
The world is only a fee
For you and me?
And it's so right you got me

'Cause even when I'm gone
I'll never leave
So go on
And catch your dreams (catch your dreams)

We're alive, now
Let's just take our time, now
Let's just make
The most of every day we have,
The most of every moment

We're alive, now
Let's not waste our time, now
Let's just make
The most of every breath we take
The most of every second we're alive
Oh, we're alive
'Cause we're alive
Oh, we're alive

As I start to make
My way back home
I can't help but crack a smile
'Cause I know

The standing ovations for you
The standing ovations for you

Overall Meaning

The song "Standing Ovation" by Good Charlotte is a tribute to someone who has touched the lives of many people. The lyrics describe the journey of the singer as he makes his way through the crowded streets, observing the people around him and the impact that one person has had on their lives. The line "A standing ovation for you" is repeated throughout the song, speaking to the idea that this unknown person has inspired and empowered those around them to live life to the fullest.

The chorus of the song encourages the audience to make the most of their time on earth, to live in the moment and take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way. The lyrics "Let's just make the most of every breath we take, the most of every second we're alive" remind us of the power we have to shape our lives and create a legacy that will be remembered long after we're gone.

Overall, "Standing Ovation" is a powerful and inspiring anthem that celebrates the impact we can have on the world around us.

Line by Line Meaning

As I start to make My way back home Through the crowded streets With the people come and go
As I make my way home through crowded streets, surrounded by people coming and going, I notice their faces and they seem to be showing a standing ovation for you.

All the faces that I see, They seem to show A standing ovation for you A standing ovation for you
The faces I see seem to be giving you a standing ovation, showing their admiration and approval.

We're alive, now Let's just take our time, now Let's just make The most of every day we have, The most of every moment
We are alive, so let's take our time and make the most of every day, seizing every moment to its fullest.

We're alive, now Let's not waste our time, now Let's just make The most of every breath we take The most of every second we're alive, oh 'Cause we're alive, oh
Since we are alive, we should not waste time but instead make the most of every breath and every second we have to live.

Out the window of a train The cities go By so fast just like the days I watched you grow (I've watched you grow) And one day you will walk away The more you know The standing ovations for you The standing ovations for you
Looking out the window of a train, cities go by quickly just like the days that I watched you grow. One day, you will walk away and the more you know, the more you will receive standing ovations from others.

Can't you see The world is only a fee For you and me? And it's so right you got me 'Cause even when I'm gone I'll never leave So go on And catch your dreams (catch your dreams)
The world belongs to us, and we should live it to the fullest. If I'm not here, know that I'll always be with you. So go ahead and chase your dreams, because you can achieve them.

'Cause we're alive, oh We're alive Oh, we're alive As I start to make My way back home I can't help but crack a smile 'Cause I know The standing ovations for you The standing ovations for you
We are alive, and that makes life worth living. As I make my way home, I can't help but smile because I know that you will receive standing ovations from others.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BENJI MADDEN, JOEL MADDEN, JOHN FELDMANN

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Comments from YouTube:

Riswanda Kafa

6y↑11

This band accompanied me for good and bad times i have passed. They deserve a standing ovation and nice holiday

keirabryson

12y↑4

First thing I thought was: this song has a promising intro. Second thing: This song has a great message. Third thing: You gotsta love Good Charlotte :)