Formerly called So Band, they came to be known as Mayday in 1997, with the name originating from Masa's online nickname. Dubbed as “the Beatles of the Chinese-speaking world”, Mayday has won many awards in their career, including the Golden Melody Award for Best Band, an award given by the Taiwanese Ministry of Culture, in 2001, 2004, 2009 and 2012.
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Mayday Lyrics
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And I haven't said it yet, I'm falling
And the writings on the wall
Today was misery
And I just can't believe this happened
And I finally broke down (finally broke down)
She held onto my heart
And it's burning to the ground
Now I'm crying out
Secret love, my escape
Take me far, far away
Secret love, are you there
Will you answer my prayer
Please take me anywhere but here
Anywhere but here
You're all I've got right now
No one else figures out this feeling
And how lonely it can get (how lonely it can get)
These words can cut right through
'Cause all along I knew you're sorry
But you haven't said it yet
But I won't forget
Secret love, my escape
Take me far, far away
Secret love, are you there
Will you answer my prayer
Please take me anywhere but here
Anywhere but here
When we're together
Thoughts of her disappear
If I fell to pieces
You'd heal this pain I feel
Secret love, my escape
Take me far far away
Secret love, are you there
Will you answer my prayer
Secret love, my escape
Take me far, far away
Secret love, are you there
Will you answer my prayer
Please take me anywhere but here
Anywhere but here
The song "Anywhere But Here" by Mayday Parade is a melancholic ballad about heartbreak and longing for escape. The opening lines suggest that the singer is about to confess their love to someone, but they feel like they're falling instead. The "writings on the wall" mention indicates that the singer knows that their love is not reciprocated. The following lines express the singer's pain and despair, breaking down and losing their stars to the ground, indicating a sense of loss and hopelessness.
The chorus suggests that the singer has a secret love, which they view as their escape from the pain they're feeling. They want their secret love to take them far away from where they are now and answer their prayers for escape. The second verse presents the idea that the secret love is the only hope for the singer and that nobody else can understand the pain they're feeling. They know that their secret love is sorry, but they haven't said it yet, indicating that there might be some hope for reconciliation. The singer, however, seems determined to move on and forget about the hurt they've experienced.
In the final verse, the singer emphasizes the power of their secret love, which helps them forget about the person who hurt them. The line "If I fell to pieces, you'd heal this pain I feel" suggests that the secret love is more significant than their broken heart, indicating a deep sense of longing and desire for escape.
Line by Line Meaning
Tonight is the one thing left
This night is full of possibilities and opportunities, and it's the only chance left to express my true feelings.
And I haven't said it yet, I'm falling
I haven't confessed my feelings yet, but I'm hopelessly falling in love.
And the writings on the wall
It's obvious that love is in the air, and everyone can see it.
Today was misery
Today was a terrible day, full of sadness and heartache.
And I just can't believe this happened
I'm in shock and disbelief about what happened today.
And I finally broke down (finally broke down)
Finally, after holding it all in, I couldn't bear it anymore and broke down in tears.
She held onto my heart
I gave her my heart, and she was holding onto it tightly.
But now my only star is falling
My hopes and dreams are crashing down along with my heart.
And it's burning to the ground
Everything is falling apart, and it feels like my heart is on fire.
Now I'm crying out
I'm desperately calling for help, hoping that someone will hear me.
Secret love, my escape
My love for you is my secret escape from reality and all its problems.
Take me far, far away
Take me away from this pain and heartache to a place where only love exists.
Secret love, are you there
I'm unsure if you still exist, but I'm still holding onto the hope and possibility of love.
Will you answer my prayer
I'm praying for a sign from you, whether it's a word or a gesture, to show me that you feel the same way I do.
Please take me anywhere but here
I'm begging you to take me away from this place of pain and uncertainty to a place where we can be together.
You're all I've got right now
In this moment, you're the only one who really understands me and my feelings.
No one else figures out this feeling
Nobody else can comprehend the depth and intensity of my love for you.
And how lonely it can get (how lonely it can get)
Being in love with someone who doesn't love you back is a lonely and isolating experience.
These words can cut right through
My words are like knives that can cut through the silence and reveal the truth.
'Cause all along I knew you're sorry
I always knew you felt guilty about not returning my love.
But you haven't said it yet
But you haven't confessed your true feelings to me yet, and it's driving me crazy.
But I won't forget
I'll never forget the way I feel about you, no matter what happens.
When we're together
When we're in each other's company, my feelings of loneliness and heartache disappear.
Thoughts of her disappear
When I'm with you, thoughts of the person I'm in love with fade away.
If I fell to pieces
If my heart was to break into a million pieces, you're the only one who could put it back together.
You'd heal this pain I feel
Your love is the only thing that can heal the unbearable pain and heartache I'm going through.
Lyrics © THE TALLAHASSEE SKYLINE PUBLISHING, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Alexander Antonio Garcia, Brooks Patrick Betts, Christopher Jacob Bundrick, David Hodges, Derek Sanders, Jeremy Stephen Lenzo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jayko4703
Fighting cancer right now, been abandoned by a lot of friends throughout the journey. This song always helps me get through things.
@Newtothis42
Good Luck!
@williameudy3921
Keep your head up brother. We are all one. You are not alone.
@brandonklosterman2978
I hope you're do well. We got your back.
@TheBeatSmash
You weren't abandoned. You were freed from them. They were snakes
@SomewhatUnhinged312
They weren't your friend's man. Friend's don't give up/ditch friends in a time of need like that. Hope everything worked out for you health/life wise.
@X1nk0
You guys may not ever read this but I felt like I needed to say that this song is exactly what I needed in my life right now. Thank you so much.
@StrangeMusicInc
X1nk0 Thank you for watching. This is one of those songs that cuts deep for a lot of people. We appreciate you! ^S^
@kmkrasta100
Strange Music Inc Thank You and god bless ~ Rastaoneeye~
@alexpiragis9096
Strange Music Inc Get this song on the radio!! It needs to be