The band's debut single "The Way We're Made (Made In England)" reached number 38 on the UK Singles Chart and number 7 on the UK Indie Chart in September 2010, after their status was confirmed as runners-up in Sky1's television talent competition, Must Be The Music. Their debut digital only single "The Greatest Show On Earth - Act I" was released on 4 October 2010, with four tracks. It is said to be part of a compilation of an unspecified number of singles.
Their first album "Generation Silenced" was released in 2012.
Alive
Missing Andy Lyrics
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You want to look back, back from the misery
And believe me, I'm trying for the life of me
Those times have died (woah oh oh)
You don't wanna see my feet on the pavement
Cause when I walk, my shoes make a statement
Want to engage, while you want us vacant
When will you realise (when will you realise)
And we don't wanna live in your demise
So you can take your plans and plastic bands
I'll never take your hand, take your hand now
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
They just wanna bleed us dry (woah oh oh)
And tell us what to do with our lives (woah oh oh)
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
They just wanna bleed us dry
(woah oh oh)
And tell us what to do with our lives (woah oh oh)
Another day of automatic tuning
Another step back, back from being human
Don't want a choice, but you're the one choosing
These days are shite (woah oh oh)
Where is the voice that sparks off the mutany
It's in the shadows of backstreet communities
You can keep your false opportunity
When will you realise (when will you realise)
We don't wanna die and die inside
And we don't wanna live in your demise
So you can take your plans and plastic bands
I'll never take your hand, take your hand now
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
They just wanna bleed us dry (woah oh oh)
And tell us what to do with our lives (woah oh oh)
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
They just wanna bleed us dry (woah oh oh)
And tell us what to do with our lives (woah oh oh)
No, cause I'm not willing to lie down
And I'm not beating around now
You've gone too far
And we're sick and tired of greedy arseholes
Do you wanna feel Alive?
Do you wanna feel Alive?
They just wanna bleed us dry
And tell us what to do with our lives (woah oh oh)
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
They just wanna bleed us dry (woah oh oh)
And tell us what to do with our lives (woah oh oh)
Oh oh Alive Alive
Oh oh Alive Alive
Oh oh Alive Alive
Oh oh
The chorus of "Alive" is a call to action, asking the listener if they want to feel truly alive and not just exist in a state of stagnation. The verses address the pressures and expectations put upon individuals by society, with lines like "They just wanna bleed us dry/ And tell us what to do with our lives." The frustration with these expectations is palpable in the lyrics, as the singer feels suffocated by the lack of real choices or opportunities.
One of the most vivid lines in the song is "Another day of automatic tuning/ Another step back, back from being human." This speaks to the way in which technology and automation can strip away our individuality and make us feel like we are just cogs in a machine instead of fully-realized people. The image of stepping "back from being human" is particularly poignant, suggesting that technology is somehow robbing us of our humanity and making us feel less alive.
The reference to "false opportunity" in the second verse is also notable. This suggests that the traditional markers of success or fulfillment (like a well-paying job, a big house, or a fancy car) are not necessarily the key to feeling truly alive. The singer is rejecting the idea that consumerism or corporate ambition is the answer to their problems, and instead is searching for something deeper and more authentic.
Line by Line Meaning
You want to try to salvage our memory
You want to save what we had and remember it.
You want to look back, back from the misery
You want to reflect on the past and learn from our struggles.
And believe me, I'm trying for the life of me
I am trying my hardest to fix what went wrong.
Those times have died (woah oh oh)
The past is gone and we cannot go back.
You don't wanna see my feet on the pavement
You don't want to see me struggle to move forward.
Cause when I walk, my shoes make a statement
Every step I take shows the pain I am going through.
Want to engage, while you want us vacant
I want us to be active and involved in our lives, while you want us to be empty and passive.
When will you realise (when will you realise)
When will you understand the importance of being active in our lives?
We don't wanna die, and die inside
We don't want to feel dead inside and unfulfilled in life.
And we don't wanna live in your demise
We don't want to live in a world that is controlled by your harmful actions.
So you can take your plans and plastic bands
We don't want your fake opportunities and schemes.
I'll never take your hand, take your hand now
I will not go along with your harmful plans.
Do you wanna feel Alive? (woah oh oh)
Do you want to experience life to the fullest?
They just wanna bleed us dry (woah oh oh)
Those in power just want to take everything from us.
And tell us what to do with our lives (woah oh oh)
They want to control our every move and decision.
Another day of automatic tuning
Another day of being forced to conform and follow society's expectations.
Another step back, back from being human
Another step away from our true selves and our human nature.
Don't want a choice, but you're the one choosing
We don't have a say in the matter, but you are the one making decisions for us.
These days are shite (woah oh oh)
These days are terrible and full of negativity.
Where is the voice that sparks off the mutiny
Where is the leader who will inspire change and rebellion?
It's in the shadows of backstreet communities
The leader is hidden in the marginalized groups of society.
You can keep your false opportunity
We don't want your fake chances at success.
No, cause I'm not willing to lie down
No, I am not willing to give up and let you win.
And I'm not beating around now
I am taking a stand and making my intentions clear.
You've gone too far
Your actions have crossed a line and are no longer acceptable.
And we're sick and tired of greedy arseholes
We are exhausted from dealing with selfish and greedy people in power.
Oh oh Alive Alive
Feeling alive and present in the moment.
Contributed by Hudson C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
James Hamilton
Missing andy, the skints, SHARKS, kid british... some real talented, underrated UK bands. Love these guys! Generation Silenced is incredible!
iMark
As time goes on they seem to be getting better and better and better. they are one of my favourite bands now, but think how good they will be in a few years.....
Callum Costello
you guys should be big! such talent - kind of remind me of the jam
xLIAMALDOx
Loves it!!
Evan Booth
This song is just so good.
Emma Stokes
Love it!
JellyBro
My favorite band right now there so good
Daz Is Back
Another awesome track !!
1percentergamer
Awesome music your such legends Im from england aswell and PROUD!
yabydoo
loving this!! <33