In a few short years, Lazarus A.D. has accomplished more than they ever expected. In the small city of Kenosha, WI, the fire began to spread quickly. Fueled only by a free three song demo, the guys played as much as possible and landed a big break in the summer of 2006 when they had the honor of being direct support for the legendary Anthrax in Milwaukee. They continued to tour the midwest throughout the summer and fall and finally began work on their first full length album in January of 2007. Recorded and engineered by Chris Djuricic (Soil, November’s Doom, Michael Angelo Batio) at Studio One, and mastered by James Murphy (ex Death, Testament), The Onslaught was a force to be reckoned with. The band hit the road again and stretched out as far as Denver, CO. The buzz about their live performances continued to grow. It wasn’t long before Lazarus A.D. was approached by Earache Records for an upcoming metal compilation. Last Breath was one of the 16 songs chosen to appear on Thrashing Like A Maniac, and they were the only unsigned band on the entire compilation!
In the spring of 2008, Lazarus A.D. received a call from Metal Blade Records, and a short time later, their deal had been inked. The Onslaught was remixed by James Murphy and is set to finally see a worldwide release through Metal Blade Records. The future has never been brighter for Lazarus A.D. and plans for vigorous touring are already in the works, as well as the opening slot for Testament in Milwaukee on August 1st, 2008! Expect to hear the name Lazarus A.D. a lot more in the coming months, and as always, be sure to THRASH OR DIE!
On Sunday May 17th 2015 drummer Ryan Shutler passed away. Details surrounding his death have not been disclosed, though it's being said that a heart attack may have been to blame.
TheStrongPrevail
Lazarus A.D. Lyrics
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Fight for what you don't
Fight for the right to speak
And make decisions on your own
Fight for your flag
The right to raise it high
Fight to be what you wanna be
Till the day that you die
To the brittle and frail
In this world only the strong prevail
You chose heads instead you got tails
As long as you fight you'll never fail
Only the strong prevail
Let the criticism roll down your back
Let the dirty looks and evil words
Fuel your will to crack
Army of one you ready to roll
They can take your body and your heart
But they'll never take your soul
To the brittle and frail
In this world only the strong prevail
You chose heads instead you got tails
As long as you fight you'll never fail
Only the strong prevail
A dept to pay
And inconceivable useless fuck
And I don't know what could end this stroke of luck
Emptiness takes over me and endless conspiracy
And I wont know the truth behind this fallacy
To the brittle and frail
In this world only the strong prevail
You chose heads instead you got tails
As long as you fight you'll never fail
Only the strong prevail
The lyrics of "The Strong Prevail" by Lazarus A.D. are an anthem for resilience and strength in the face of adversity. The song starts off by encouraging listeners to fight for what they want, what they believe in, and their right to make decisions on their own. It is a call to arms for those who have the courage to stand up for themselves and what they want out of life.
The chorus of the song is particularly powerful, as it emphasizes the importance of strength and resilience in a world that can be unforgiving and challenging. The lyrics suggest that only the strong can truly succeed in this world, and that those who are brittle and frail will struggle to overcome the obstacles that life throws their way. The song celebrates the idea that through strength, perseverance, and a willingness to fight for what you believe in, you can overcome almost anything.
The verses of the song speak to the power of criticism and negativity, and how these forces can actually fuel your desire to succeed. The lyrics suggest that it is important to let these things roll off your back and not allow them to bring you down. The song encourages listeners to be an army of one, ready to face any challenge that comes their way. Ultimately, "The Strong Prevail" is a song about the power of determination and the importance of never giving up, no matter how difficult the road may be.
Line by Line Meaning
Fight for what you want
Advocating for fighting for one's aspirations and desires
Fight for what you don't
Encouraging fighting for things that may seem impossible or out of reach
Fight for the right to speak
Supporting standing up for the right to express oneself freely
And make decisions on your own
Arguing for the importance of making independent choices
Fight for your flag
Promoting fighting for one's country or nation
The right to raise it high
Upholding the right to proudly display one's nation's flag
Fight to be what you wanna be
Advocating for pursuing one's dreams and goals
Till the day that you die
Encouraging perseverance, even in the face of obstacles
To the brittle and frail
Referring to those who are weak and vulnerable
In this world only the strong prevail
Asserting that strength and resilience are necessary for success in life
You chose heads instead you got tails
Acknowledging unpredictable outcomes in life, but encouraging perseverance regardless
As long as you fight you'll never fail
Stating that as long as one keeps fighting, they will never truly fail
Let the criticism roll down your back
Advising to not take negative feedback or criticism too personally
Let the dirty looks and evil words
Encouraging to not react to negative behavior or speech from others
Fuel your will to crack
Suggesting that one can use negativity as motivation to succeed
Army of one you ready to roll
Emphasizing the importance of being self-reliant and self-motivated
They can take your body and your heart
Acknowledging that others may harm someone's physical and emotional being
But they'll never take your soul
Asserting that one's inner essence cannot be taken away by others
A dept to pay
Referring to owing someone or something
And inconceivable useless fuck
Using vulgar language to express feelings of inadequacy or frustration
And I don't know what could end this stroke of luck
Admitting uncertainty as to how to change one's situation
Emptiness takes over me and endless conspiracy
Describing the feeling of hopelessness and paranoia
And I wont know the truth behind this fallacy
Acknowledging that things may not be as they seem, and seeking the truth
Only the strong prevail
Reiterating the theme that strength and resilience are crucial to success in life
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Written by: ALEX LACKNER, DAN GAPEN, JEFF PAULICK, RYAN SHUTLER
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