Although their memorable songs and melodic, hard-driving sound has earned t… Read Full Bio ↴Although their memorable songs and melodic, hard-driving sound has earned them demo deals with both Immortal and Columbia, IF ALL ELSE FAILS decided to stick to their punk rock roots and pursue independent status in the spring of 2005. They havent looked back. Their music, a refreshing change from the love-angst emo and sugary pop-punk flooding todays popular radio, is rooted in classic songwriting, diverse melodies, pounding rhythms and a variety of lyrical topics ranging from the hypocrisy of fundamentalism to the uncaring greed of the modern American dream, fallen poets to falling bombs. In fact, it is their substance over style attitude that has earned them such a fiercely loyal fanbase; one that stretches from their home at the edge of Californias San Andreas fault to the far reaches of the country, and increasingly, the world. It is a fanbase that resonates with their DIY ethic and their intelligent and powerful brand of punk rock. --When we play live, we are constantly rewarded by our fans responses, both on a visceral and cerebral level. I mean, here you have a kid moshing, pogoing, completely lost in the energy and passion of the music, and somehow he still looks us in the eyes and sings the words back to us at his favorite parts; its really something special,-- says lead singer and lyricist Ryan Murphy. --The lack of sincerity in popular music today disgusts us, and were hell-bent on providing songs and shows that are completely honest and engaging-- IAEF is currently preparing plans for extensive touring. The band loves to meet new people who passionately love music and ideas, sound and sense.

Her Song
If All Else Fails Lyrics

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Do you know what I've thrown away for a chance with you?
Longed for you for so long,
Longed for something new.

Then I see you smile and it drives me crazy,
Knocks me off my feet.
Wish that I could tell you how I feel,
That my heart jumps up to sing...

Would you believe me if I said, at night you're all I see?
Frustrating but all worth it,
Just to feel this free.

You say something and it makes me smile,
For no reason at all.
Other than the fact that I adore you
You can hear my drunk heart call...

I just can't have you and it's killing me inside
I just can't have you and it's killing me inside

All you do is glance and I fall apart, wishing you were for me
All I do is think about you girl, my heart jumps up to sing...

I just can't have you and it's killing me inside
I just can't have you and it's killing me inside

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Her Song" by If All Else Fails tell the story of unrequited love and the pain that comes with it. The singer has given up a lot for a chance with the person they love and has waited for them for a long time, hoping for something new. The object of their affection makes them feel alive and brings joy to their heart, but at the same time, not being able to have them is tearing them apart. The repetition of the line "I just can't have you and it's killing me inside" shows the intensity of the singer's emotions and the depth of their despair.

Overall, the song is a powerful expression of the pain and longing that comes with wanting someone who doesn't love you back. It's a relatable experience that many people have gone through at some point in their lives, which is part of why the song has resonated with so many fans.

Line by Line Meaning

Do you know what I've thrown away for a chance with you?
I have given up a lot to have the opportunity to be with you.

Longed for you for so long, Longed for something new.
I have had a desire to be with you for a while and I'm looking for a change in my life.

Then I see you smile and it drives me crazy, Knocks me off my feet.
Your smile has a powerful effect on me, it makes me feel overwhelmed and weak in the knees.

Wish that I could tell you how I feel, That my heart jumps up to sing...
I wish I could express my emotions to you and let you know that I'm filled with joy at the sight of you.

Would you believe me if I said, at night you're all I see?
If I told you that you're the only thing on my mind at night, would you believe me?

Frustrating but all worth it, Just to feel this free.
Although it's exhausting, it is all worth it to feel liberated and experience these emotions.

You say something and it makes me smile, For no reason at all.
Your words can make me happy without a specific cause, just because it's coming from you.

Other than the fact that I adore you You can hear my drunk heart call...
I just love everything about you and it's apparent from how passionate I am when I talk about you.

I just can't have you and it's killing me inside
I'm in agony because I know I can't be with you.

All you do is glance and I fall apart, wishing you were for me
A mere glance from you is enough to make me feel distraught and yearn for you.

All I do is think about you girl, my heart jumps up to sing...
You occupy my thoughts constantly, and they are filled with happiness and admiration for you.

I just can't have you and it's killing me inside
I can't express how much it pains me to not be able to have you.

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