It Prevails is a five piece US metalcore/melodic hardcore band formed in la… Read Full Bio ↴It Prevails is a five piece US metalcore/melodic hardcore band formed in late 2004 in the southwest area of a city called Portland, Oregon. The band draws influence from 90's metal/hardcore and classic rock. Bands like Shai Hulud, Hopesfall, Beloved, Twelve Tribes, Posion The Well, and Hot Water Music were on constant rotation at hangouts during their inception. A premium was placed on lyrics related to struggles of the human condition and altruistic actions. After yen years, four full-length records and two EPs, the band has gone on indefinite hiatus as of their release "Perdition" in 2015.

Minutes
It Prevails Lyrics

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Living in this world I have learned what it means to be forever in a place where time can′t tell.
I hope to see another debt work closer to
Forever in a place where time stands still
Haunting this day as a new beginning.
I have longed (have reached) for what I was and what I used to be. I took the fall of my life and I got back up.
Pray for you? No pray for me. No blood, no fear, only eyes are filled with tears. Come on
Forever in a place where time stands still.
I hope to see another debt work closer to

Forever in a place where time stands still
Haunting this day as a new beginning.

I have longed (have reached) for what I was and what I used to be. I took the fall of my life and I got back up.
Pray for you? No pray for me. I took the fall of my life and I got back up.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of It Prevails's song "Minutes" convey a sense of perseverance and hope despite facing difficult situations. The first two lines speak of the singer's experience in the world and how they have learned what it means to be in a place where time cannot tell. This could refer to feeling stuck in a certain situation or experiencing an extended period of uncertainty. The following lines express the hope of reaching a place where time stands still, potentially indicating a desire for a moment of peace or a break from the chaos.

As the song progresses, the lyrics touch on the theme of personal growth and overcoming adversity. The line "I have longed (have reached) for what I was and what I used to be" suggests a desire to reclaim a past version of oneself, perhaps before experiencing negative events. However, the following lyric "I took the fall of my life and I got back up" emphasizes the singer's resilience and ability to recover from setbacks. The song ends with the repeated phrase "pray for me," which could be interpreted as a request for support or a reminder to prioritize one's own well-being.

Overall, the lyrics of "Minutes" offer a message of hope and resilience in the face of hardship. It speaks to the human experience of facing adversity and the drive to keep pushing forward.

Line by Line Meaning

Living in this world I have learned what it means to be forever in a place where time can't tell.
I have come to understand what it's like to feel trapped in a place where time doesn't seem to move forward.

I hope to see another debt work closer to Forever in a place where time stands still Haunting this day as a new beginning.
I wish to witness another day where I can stay in a place where time doesn't progress, and embrace it as a fresh start.

I have longed (have reached) for what I was and what I used to be. I took the fall of my life and I got back up.
I yearn for the person I used to be, but I've accepted the struggles of my past and have risen above them.

Pray for you? No pray for me. No blood, no fear, only eyes are filled with tears. Come on.
Don't pray for anyone else, pray for me instead. There's no need for violence or fear, only emotions expressed through tears. Let's go.

Forever in a place where time stands still. I hope to see another debt work closer to Forever in a place where time stands still Haunting this day as a new beginning. I have longed (have reached) for what I was and what I used to be. I took the fall of my life and I got back up. Pray for you? No pray for me. I took the fall of my life and I got back up.
Repetitive chorus reinforcing the desire to remain in a place where time doesn't progress, and to embrace it as a fresh start despite past struggles.

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