Going Out Fighting
Minutes Til Midnight Lyrics
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one time i was saint
one time i made a deal with the devil
one time i was saved
i survive, walk a thin line
destroy, never reload
hit like mack truck
bolt like a number one colt
i'm going out fighting
like lightning
i'm thunder and the rain
i'm going out fighting
ignite it
got octane in my veins
i'm going out fighting
so blinding
like an ounce of sugar cane
i'm going out fighting
so striking
like a beast I cant restrain
one time i was a quitter
one time i felt caged
one time i hit the pedal to the metal
one time i escaped
i survive, walk a thin line
destroy, never reload
shoot like a shotgun
hit like mack truck
bolt like a number one colt
i'm going out fighting
like lightning
i'm thunder and the rain
i'm going out fighting
ignite it
got octane in my veins
i'm going out fighting
so blinding
like an ounce of sugar cane
i'm going out fighting
so striking
like a beast I cant restrain
The lyrics to "Going Out Fighting" by Minutes Til Midnight are about the duality of human nature, the struggle between good and evil, and the urge to persevere. The first stanza lists different personas the singer has taken on at various times in their life (villain, saint, deal-maker with the devil, and saved). This suggests that we are all multifaceted and can embody different versions of ourselves depending on the circumstances.
The chorus ("I'm going out fighting...") emphasizes the singer's determination to face their challenges head-on and not give up. The use of similes such as "like lightning" and "like a number one colt" enhance the imagery of the singer's strength and ferocity. The repetition of the phrase "going out fighting" throughout the song reinforces the idea that the singer is ready to face whatever comes their way.
The second stanza continues to explore the singer's past struggles and triumphs. "One time I was a quitter/One time I felt caged" suggests that the singer has experienced moments of weakness and vulnerability. However, they also use their experiences to grow stronger and become resilient. The line "I survive, walk a thin line/Destroy, never reload" reinforces this idea - the singer has learned from their mistakes and does not give up easily.
In summary, "Going Out Fighting" is a song about the struggle between good and evil, the importance of perseverance, and the ability to learn and grow from our experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
one time i was the villain
At one point, I played the role of the antagonist.
one time i was saint
At another point, I was honorable and virtuous.
one time i made a deal with the devil
I entered into an agreement with sinister powers at one point.
one time i was saved
There was a moment when I was rescued or redeemed.
i survive, walk a thin line
I am still alive, but only just barely.
destroy, never reload
I do not hesitate to cause devastation, without any need for repeating the action.
shoot like a shotgun
I hit my target with the force of a firearm.
hit like mack truck
My blows are as powerful as a heavy-duty truck colliding with its target.
bolt like a number one colt
I move with the speed and agility of a top-ranked thoroughbred racehorse.
i'm going out fighting like lightning
I will exit this world with a bold, brilliant burst of energy and sound.
i'm thunder and the rain
My presence is both robust, dynamic and powerful like loud thunder, yet calm and rejuvenating like rain.
ignite it got octane in my veins
I will start a blaze of action with fuel running through my veins.
i'm going out fighting so blinding
I will depart from this world with a display of such intense light that it will be difficult to withstand.
like an ounce of sugar cane
My radiance is as sweet as sugar.
i'm going out fighting so striking
I will leave an indelible impression with an impressive and memorable exit.
like a beast I cant restrain
I am a force that cannot be tamed or held back.
one time i was a quitter
At one point, I lost courage and gave up.
one time i felt caged
There was a period when I felt restricted and trapped.
one time i hit the pedal to the metal
There was a time when I moved at top speed, with no fear or caution.
one time i escaped
There was an occasion when I evaded danger or avoided a negative situation through quick thinking.
Writer(s): Clifford C. Magreta
Contributed by Julian P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@navdeepkahlia
one time i was the villain
one time i was saint
one time i made a deal with the devil
one time i was saved
i survive, walk a thin line
destroy, never reload
shoot like a shotgun
hit like mack truck
bolt like a number one colt
Chorus
i'm going out fighting
like lightning
i'm thunder and the rain
i'm going out fighting
ignite it
got octane in my veins
i'm going out fighting
so blinding
like an ounce of sugar cane
i'm going out fighting
so striking
like a beast I cant restrain
verse2
one time i was a quitter
one time i felt caged
one time i hit the pedal to the metal
one time i escaped
i survive, walk a thin line
destroy, never reload
shoot like a shotgun
hit like mack truck
bolt like a number one colt
Chorus
i'm going out fighting
like lightning
i'm thunder and the rain
i'm going out fighting
ignite it
got octane in my veins
i'm going out fighting
so blinding
like an ounce of sugar cane
i'm going out fighting
so striking
like a beast I cant restrain
@crashcrew673
One time i was the villain
One time i was saint
One time i made a deal with the devil
One time i was saved
I survive, walk a thin line
Destroy, never reload
Shoot like a shotgun
Hit like mack truck
Bolt like a number one colt
I'm going out fighting
Like lightning
I'm thunder and the rain
I'm going out fighting
Ignite it
Got octane in my veins
I'm going out fighting
So blinding
Like an ounce of sugar cane
I'm going out fighting
So striking
Like a beast I cant restrain
One time i was a quitter
One time i felt caged
One time i hit the pedal to the metal
One time i escaped
I survive, walk a thin line
Destroy, never reload
Shoot like a shotgun
Hit like mack truck
Bolt like a number one colt
I'm going out fighting
Like lightning
I'm thunder and the rain
I'm going out fighting
Ignite it
Got octane in my veins
I'm going out fighting
So blinding
Like an ounce of sugar cane
I'm going out fighting
So striking
Like a beast I cant restrain
@philruu
the audio-guy working at shameless productions needs a raise! found at least 10 new awesome songs through those 5 seasons
@carguy466
+metalhood Not to mention how perfectly these fit
@harunfuttu3221
+metalhood can you share the names of the songs that u found please
@harunfuttu3221
very nice. thanks
@playypretendd4690
+Harun Futtu Exit music : The cold. for example
@wendymichels4261
Just watching now. Amazing soundtrack!!
I wish I would have found it long ago...
@mathewamster773
Awesome song to end Shameless season 5 with. Lip and Ian chillen as Frank rolls up, all so nonchalant about everything that went down. Great lyrics too!
@DanielGreen0
Yeah..hahah that was a great ending!
@TheInquisitionOfMan
Lol Mickeys getting shot at by Sammi also
@Lula19S
"Shes gone boys, shes gone.".... Shameless is perfect. The End. :)
P.S Great song to end with!!!