New Direction
Gorilla Biscuits Lyrics

What do you mean that it's time, time for me to grow up?
I don't want any part of growing up just because someone told me to.

It's right to follow my heart
I believe in following my heart and instincts, no matter what anyone else says.

The new kids ran, ran out the back door fast
The new generation of kids in the hardcore scene are leaving quickly and not sticking around for the traditions and values of the past.

And the bands that came before
Older bands in the hardcore scene.

They had their noses in the air
The older bands act superior and elitist towards the newer bands and fans.

Pretending that they care about our scene
The older bands claim to care about the hardcore scene, but their actions prove otherwise.

Just because our money's green
The older bands only care about making money from the scene, not preserving its values and traditions.

I'll tell you stage dives make me feel more alive
Stage diving at shows is an important and exhilarating part of the hardcore experience.

Than coded messages in slowed down songs
I prefer raw, fast music that is straightforward and doesn't hide behind poetic lyrics or hidden meanings.

Now you're so ashamed, now I'm so ashamed of you
I used to share values and beliefs with you, but now that you've abandoned them, I feel ashamed of our past connection.

We believed the same things
We used to share the same values and beliefs about hardcore music and its scene.

You stand to the side, rebirth of hardcore pride
I'm proud to stand up for the true values and traditions of the hardcore scene, even if it means going against the trends or popular opinions.

It all came true
The rebirth of hardcore pride and traditional values is becoming a reality.

Too bad you can't see all the good things that I see
It's unfortunate that others can't appreciate the positive changes and growth happening in the hardcore scene.

Back in, back in the days
Reflecting on the past of the hardcore scene.

When I'd wait to see the old bands play
I used to have respect and admiration for the older bands in the hardcore scene.

It didn't seem like wasted days
The time spent waiting to see the old bands play was not wasted; it was a meaningful and important part of the hardcore experience.

I was so sincere, but now I see more clearly
I used to blindly follow the older bands and their values, but now I have a clearer understanding of the true values and traditions of the hardcore scene.

Music's only work to them
For some people in the music industry, it's just a job and a way to make money, rather than a passion or a lifestyle.

It's not to me
For me, music is a way of life and a representation of my values and beliefs.

So I say hats off to bands that change
I respect bands that are able to evolve and change their sound or values while still staying true to their roots.

Good luck, go your own way
I wish those bands the best of luck on their own paths, even if they don't align with my own preferences.

Why play for us if your heart's not in it?
I believe that bands should only play for us if they truly care about the values and traditions of the hardcore scene.

Cause what might, what might seem dumb to you
Others may see our hardcore values and traditions as dumb or ridiculous.

Is pounding in my heart
My love and passion for the hardcore scene and its values are constantly pulsing and alive in my heart and soul.

Now you just turn your back
Those who have abandoned the values and traditions of the hardcore scene are turning their backs on our community and history.

You said I don't want it anymore
For some people, they have lost their passion or interest in the hardcore scene and its values.

Old friends you attack
Those who have left the hardcore scene may attack or ridicule their old friends who still share hardcore values and traditions.

Our pain out of touch
Those who have lost touch with the hardcore scene are out of touch with the pain and struggles that come with it.

You don't get it do you
Those who have left the hardcore scene don't understand the power and importance of its values and traditions.

New stage, new ideas
The hardcore scene is evolving and changing, but still holds onto its core values and traditions.

You don't have to make excuses for us
We don't need anyone to make excuses for the values and traditions of the hardcore scene, as they stand on their own.

Sitting there looking back, I'm scared
Looking back on the past of the hardcore scene, I'm scared for its future and whether its values and traditions will be preserved.

Don't spoil memories of the way things were
I don't want the present or future of the hardcore scene to spoil my memories of its past values and traditions.