Formed in the winter 2001, Life Long Tragedy have taken a life altering course. This was their first band, formed when founding members vocalist Scott Phillips, guitarist RJ Phillips, and drummer Jason Woolery were only 14 to 16 years old. Less than six months later guitarist Jery Gallegos and bassist Cody Sullivan rounded out the lineup which has since been unchanged In 2005, Life Long Tragedy released their debut, "Destined for Anything" on This Blessing This Curse. Soon after, the band toured the U.S. and Europe before finding a home on Deathwish.
In late 2006, Life Long Tragedy teamed up with Los Angeles based Final Fight for a split 7"EP release on Deathwish. The effort was well received, quickly selling out in physical copies, then later becoming one of the top downloaded releases on downloadpunk.com.
Over a year in the making, "Runaways" captured the raw beauty that weeps from the core of Life Long Tragedy. Songs like "The Bottomless Hole" and "Hey Death" showcased their bold growth, finding confidence at slower tempos and in more open song writing than their contemporaries. While "Youth" and "Ignoring Lessons" raced forth with the rabid rebellious energy that Life Long Tragedy have been previously been known for. All of this was complimented by some of the most heart wrenching lyrics and crude melodies in recent memory. All together, these qualities made "Runaways" an infectious effort that will be championed my many for years to come.
Life Long Tragedy called it a day in 2008.
Scott Phillips - vocals
RJ Phillips - guitar
Jery Gallegos - guiar
Cody Sullivan - bass
Jason Woolery - drums
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Collecting Dust
Life Long Tragedy Lyrics
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And I don't stand a chance against the monsters that my mind creates.
I don't want to be here, I just want to be numb
Escape the fucking people that believe in this system.
You know they're watching, counting on your mistakes
Waiting for failure, can you carry the weight?
Once had a future, now I'm watching it die
Damn my reflection in the shadows of night.
Listen closely, hear this whole world crumbling
Slowly breaking patiently dissolving
And disgusted with being spoonfed my death-
I can taste it.
Fuck my soul for collecting dust,
I was down and out in the winter months
When I lost old friends that I used to trust
And left promises out in the rain to rust.
Maybe I'm losing control,
Cough up my lungs with the cynical
The older I get, still can't shake the doubt
Still dwell on the shit that drips out your mouth.
So let it be known,
Let the fucking truth be told.
You'll do your best to establish a life on someone else's time.
Your spirit's only borrowed
And all you know,
You miss the days when you could've changed old stupid ways
And all the stars in your eyes have made it hard
To even want to be alive anymore.
The lyrics in "Collecting Dust" by Life Long Tragedy depict the struggles of the singer who is on a downward spiral towards an early grave. The first line of the song sets the tone and indicates that something is off with the singer's life. The second line highlights that the problems are primarily self-inflicted and stem from the monsters that the singer's mind creates. This could imply that the singer is grappling with mental health issues that are spiraling out of control.
The lyrics "Escape the fucking people that believe in this system" could imply that the singer feels suffocated by society's norms and ideologies, leading them to question the meaning and purpose of their existence. The singer appears to be constantly under scrutiny, with people waiting for them to fail, which only adds to their sense of hopelessness. The lyrics paint a bleak picture of a once-promising future now being reduced to nothing.
The second verse of "Collecting Dust" suggests a wider socio-political critique about systemic oppression and society's tendency to crush individuality. The singer is disgusted with the notion that their life is predetermined and that they have no control over it. They appear to have given up on themselves, and their soul is shown to be collecting dust, indicating they are no longer active participants in their lives but merely exist.
Overall, the song is a poignant reflection of the struggles of the younger generation dealing with existential crises and systemic oppression. It highlights the importance of individuality and the need for society to embrace and nurture diversity instead of trying to force people into molds that don't fit.
Line by Line Meaning
On track to an early grave
I'm headed for a disastrous end.
And I don't stand a chance against the monsters that my mind creates.
I'm helpless against the demons that plague my thoughts.
I don't want to be here, I just want to be numb
I no longer care for living, I just want to feel nothingness.
Escape the fucking people that believe in this system.
Get away from those who have unwavering faith in a corrupt system.
You know they're watching, counting on your mistakes
They're waiting for me to fail, so they could revel in my downfall.
Waiting for failure, can you carry the weight?
Can I handle the pressure of not making any more mistakes?
Once had a future, now I'm watching it die
I used to have a promising future, but it's now slipping away from me.
Damn my reflection in the shadows of night.
I hate the image I see of myself when I'm alone in the dark.
Listen closely, hear this whole world crumbling
The world is falling apart, and I'm aware of it.
Slowly breaking patiently dissolving
It's going away gradually, and I'm losing hope.
And disgusted with being spoonfed my death-
I'm sick of being force-fed my own impending doom.
I can taste it.
I can feel it coming closer, and it's bitter.
Fuck my soul for collecting dust,
I hate myself for being stagnant and unproductive.
I was down and out in the winter months
I was at my lowest point during the cold season.
When I lost old friends that I used to trust
I lost people whom I once considered close and dependable.
And left promises out in the rain to rust.
I broke a lot of promises, and they're now worthless.
Maybe I'm losing control,
Perhaps I'm losing my grip on reality.
Cough up my lungs with the cynical
I'm choking on my own bitterness and negativity.
The older I get, still can't shake the doubt
Growing older isn't helping me get rid of my uncertainty.
Still dwell on the shit that drips out your mouth.
I keep thinking about the hurtful things you said to me.
So let it be known,
I want everyone to know.
Let the fucking truth be told.
I'm not hiding anything anymore, I want to come clean.
You'll do your best to establish a life on someone else's time.
You'll try to make a life for yourself that's governed by someone else's rules.
Your spirit's only borrowed
What you have, what you are, it's only a temporary loan.
And all you know,
All you're certain of.
You miss the days when you could've changed old stupid ways
You regret not changing sooner the foolishness of your past.
And all the stars in your eyes have made it hard
The goals and aspirations once had is making it hard to want to live.
To even want to be alive anymore.
I'm losing the will to live.
Contributed by Alexander T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
kispeterg
love this shit man!
greeksdorok
This song is intense, message hits me with the swiftness of a cheeta on a jetpack
SonofaSannyasin
On track to an early grave And I don't stand a chance against the monsters that my mind creates. I don't want to be here, I just want to be numb Escape the fucking people that believe in this system. You know they're watching, counting on your mistakes Waiting for failure, can you carry the weight? Once had a future, now I'm watching it die Damn my reflection in the shadows of night.
SonofaSannyasin
Listen closely, hear this whole world crumbling Slowly breaking patiently dissolving And disgusted with being spoonfed my death- I can taste it. Fuck my soul for collecting dust, I was down and out in the winter months When I lost old friends that I used to trust And left promises out in the rain to rust. Maybe I'm losing control, Cough up my lungs with the cynical The older I get, still can't shake the doubt Still dwell on the shit that drips out your mouth.
SonofaSannyasin
So let it be known, Let the fucking truth be told. You'll do your best to establish a life on someone else's time. Your spirit's only borrowed And all you know, You miss the days when you could've changed old stupid ways And all the stars in your eyes have made it hard To even want to be alive anymore.
destroyreligion
Sweet black metal-ish part!
Kevin Lazar
haha that guy on the right with the white shirt is me. haven't seen this pic in years, it was the best show of my fuckin' life.
thelightsout1337
What show was this? The pictures from it look insane. Know where I can find more?
Alex v
wtf adami ur a youtube star
misiek77
nice yeahhh....