2. Vegan Straight Edge hardcore band from Edinburgh, Scotland. Formed in 1993. Featuring members of Slavearc, Unborn, Engage and Broccoli.
3."...heavy as fuck and edgy as Hell, spiked with an acute social commentary. Lifer have taken the choicest cuts of old school thrash and fused them to the low, grimy groove of Down…..with devastating effect." Dirty southern metal from South Wales, Uk.
PARADE
Lifer Lyrics
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I know you think that everyone is looking at you
Why do you think everyone is looking at you?
You think it's funny?
Well I'm starting to
You better get in
It's raining on your parade
You better go back inside
I know you think that everyone is looking at you
Why do you think everyone is looking at you?
You think you're stunning
Well I'm stunning too
You better get in
It's raining on your parade
You better go back inside
Before the big one comes and washes us all away
When the sun shines
And dries up all of the rain
It's all the same, it doesn't matter
But if it doesn't shine
And take away the blame
Then it's not the same
It's not the same
You wanted this, another point of view
And then I saw another side of you
Roses turn black when I'm blue
Fuck me?
Well fuck you too!
It's raining on your parade
You better go back inside
Before the big one comes and washes us all away
When the sun shines
And dries up all of the rain
It's all the same, it doesn't matter
But if it doesn't shine
And take away the blame
Then it's not the same
It's not the same
The song "Parade" by Lifer starts with a description of rainy weather, which then transitions into the main theme of the song: the singer addressing someone who is feeling self-conscious and trying too hard to stand out, hence the reference to "everyone is looking at you." The chorus provides a warning to this person to "get in" and avoid the rain, which can be interpreted as avoiding the negative consequences of their behavior. However, the singer also acknowledges their own ego by stating that they too are "stunning," which may suggest an underlying desire for attention as well.
In the second verse, the singer switches to a more aggressive tone as they call out the other person on their behavior, pointing out the hypocrisy of their desire for a "point of view" while simultaneously rejecting any criticism with the insult "fuck you too." The bridge of the song brings in a more optimistic note, acknowledging the cyclical nature of life and how things can change for the better. However, the final repetition of the chorus emphasizes the reality that sometimes the sun doesn't come out and things don't get better, leaving no choice but to "go back inside" and wait it out.
Overall, "Parade" highlights the struggle between wanting to be noticed and validated, while also recognizing the cost of standing out too much and inviting negative attention. The lyrics also touch on themes of hypocrisy and the challenges of dealing with difficult people.
Line by Line Meaning
It's raining
The weather is stormy and unfavorable
I know you think that everyone is looking at you
You seem to be self-conscious and paranoid in this situation
Why do you think everyone is looking at you?
Is there a reason that you feel that way and what is it?
You think it's funny?
Are you trying to laugh off a tense situation?
Well I'm starting to
I may start to find humor in it too
You better get in
You should move to shelter or take action now
It's raining on your parade
The bad weather is ruining your plans and mood
You better go back inside
It's safer and more comfortable to retreat indoors
Before the big one comes and washes us all away
There could be an even worse storm coming that we need to prepare for
When the sun shines
During favorable conditions
And dries up all of the rain
When the bad times are over
It's all the same, it doesn't matter
Things are easier and less complicated when everything is going well
But if it doesn't shine
If things are still bad
And take away the blame
If the situation doesn't improve and instead gets worse
Then it's not the same
It's not as easy to ignore or move on from the problems
You wanted this, another point of view
You may have been seeking a new perspective or challenge
And then I saw another side of you
Your actions or behavior in response to these challenges surprised me
Roses turn black when I'm blue
Even beautiful things can be tainted or ruined by sad, negative emotions
Fuck me?
Are you trying to insult or hurt me?
Well fuck you too!
I won't stand for your abusive behavior
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: AARON C FINCKE, ANTHONY KRUSZKA, CHRISTOPHER LIGHTCAP, MARK JAMES KLEPASKI, NICK COYLE
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tropicwave1
Parade
Lifer
It's raining
I know you think that everyone is looking at you
Why do you think everyone is looking at you?
You think it's funny?
Well I'm starting to
You better get in
It's raining on your parade
You better get back inside
Before the big one comes and washes us all away
I know you think that everyone is looking at you
Why do you think everyone is looking at you?
You think you're stunning
Well I'm stunning too
You better get in
It's raining on your parade
You better get back inside
Before the big one comes and washes us all away
When the sun shines
And dries up all of the rain
It's all the same
It's all the same, it doesn't matter
But if it doesn't shine
And take away the blame
Then it's not the same
It's not the same
You wanted this, another point of view
And then I saw another side of you
Roses turn black when I'm blue
Fuck me?
Well fuck you too!
It's raining on your parade
You better get back inside
Before the big one comes and washes us all away
When the sun shines
And dries up all of the rain
It's all the same,
It's all the same, it doesn't matter
But if it doesn't shine
And take away the blame
Then it's not the same
It's not the same
Written by: AARON C FINCKE, ANTHONY KRUSZKA, CHRISTOPHER LIGHTCAP, MARK JAMES KLEPASKI, NICK COYLE
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
℗ 2001 Universal Motown Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
Jon Doe
NHL Hitz 2002 was the best/first sports game i've ever played, this song played a great part in it
Kacy Pitch
Nicks voice is amazing and universal. I've been rocking anything Nick has done since 2001 and I always will :)
shut up
The riff at :42 is the best thing about this track tbh
tropicwave1
Parade
Lifer
It's raining
I know you think that everyone is looking at you
Why do you think everyone is looking at you?
You think it's funny?
Well I'm starting to
You better get in
It's raining on your parade
You better get back inside
Before the big one comes and washes us all away
I know you think that everyone is looking at you
Why do you think everyone is looking at you?
You think you're stunning
Well I'm stunning too
You better get in
It's raining on your parade
You better get back inside
Before the big one comes and washes us all away
When the sun shines
And dries up all of the rain
It's all the same
It's all the same, it doesn't matter
But if it doesn't shine
And take away the blame
Then it's not the same
It's not the same
You wanted this, another point of view
And then I saw another side of you
Roses turn black when I'm blue
Fuck me?
Well fuck you too!
It's raining on your parade
You better get back inside
Before the big one comes and washes us all away
When the sun shines
And dries up all of the rain
It's all the same,
It's all the same, it doesn't matter
But if it doesn't shine
And take away the blame
Then it's not the same
It's not the same
Written by: AARON C FINCKE, ANTHONY KRUSZKA, CHRISTOPHER LIGHTCAP, MARK JAMES KLEPASKI, NICK COYLE
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
℗ 2001 Universal Motown Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
sønar
Love this track!!!!!
Creaper211
heard it on the radio today and just loved it
slipknotjenny1
love it!!!!!!
soahcftd1
NHL hitz 20-02 had some kick ass music. i love that game. just brought it again for only 5 bucks too. talk about lucky since its hard to find now. play it on my ps3
James Marshall
one of the greatest soundtracks ever
Carolyn Dickie
Slams head over and over*
YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
NHL HITS 20-02 FTW