While touring, the band crossed paths with Sum 41 manager/producer Greig Nori. While working with Nori, the band developed a more "radio friendly" sound. This lead to them signing with Linkin Park's label Machine Shop Records. The album Suffer, Survive was released in late 2004.
The band continued to tour with more high-profile bands such as Linkin Park, Sum 41, Papa Roach, The Used, Fear Factory, as well as older punk bands like SNFU. The band was a part of Linkin Park's 2004 Projekt Revolution Tour on which bands from Korn to Snoop Dog, Ghostface Killah and Less Than Jake played. The band also played at the Summer Sonic Festival in Tokyo and Osaka, Japan.
After a lot of time spent on tour and different directions the band wanted to take, No Warning broke up in late 2005. Members went on to form bands such as Surplus Sons and Millenial Reign. Ben Cook now plays guitar and contributes to songwriting in Fucked Up, in addition to doing solo garage pop, under the name Young Governor.
IN LATE 2014, THE BAND ANNOUNCED THEY HAD REUNITED AND ARE NOW BACK TOGETHER. Hardcore kids around the world are rejoicing. Bring it on, No Warning.
Back to Life
No Warning Lyrics
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My arm is twitching, see the picture of an eye
My words are coming out, I feel like coming out
I'm only talking to you, no more questions now
In between, loud and clear
Exceptional, get me wrong
Let it out, try to bow
And what am I to think in size
No matter what I feel inside
'Cause you're into the water
And you go without a fight, back to life
I'm coming back from the cell of the fear
Those who could fly show some wishes in my ear
Cold, sighing voices, the ghosts, left me new choices
The ghosts, that was me gathering a colorful of phony dancers
Fades away, I contain
No more wait, it's about to jump back
I rebel, find new peace
There's waiting, wait far
And what am I, to think in size
No matter what I feel inside
'Cause you're into the water,
And you go without a fight, back to life
When nothing's right
There's no way things stop tonight
'Cause you're dancing to look at
To give back your life, back to life
They called me down
There's a full attack
I turned around
And completely fast
Must find a way to break out
Fights is unforgiving
Must find a way to break out
This must not foresee me, camouflage
And what am I, to think in size
No matter what I feel inside
'Cause you're into the water
And you go without a fight, back to life
When nothing's right
There's no way things stop tonight
'Cause you're dancing to look at
To give back your life, back to life
Back to life
The lyrics to No Warning's "Back to Life" contain a sense of struggle, perseverance, and triumph. The first verse seems to be about violence and death, with the singer being sent to die and experiencing physical pain ("My arm is twitching") while still trying to communicate to someone ("I'm only talking to you, no more questions now"). The second verse hints at someone being imprisoned or institutionalized ("coming back from the cell of fear") and feeling like they have to make a choice between the familiar pain and the unknown ("cold, sighing voices, the ghosts, left me new choices").
However, despite the struggles and challenges, the chorus provides a message of hope and resilience. The line "And you go without a fight, back to life" suggests a determination to come back stronger and not give up. The repetition of "back to life" further emphasizes this idea, with the singer finding a way to break out and find new peace. The song ends with the refrain "When nothing's right, there's no way things stop tonight," reminding the listener that even in the face of adversity, one can still find a way to keep going and come back to life.
Overall, "Back to Life" is a song about overcoming obstacles and fighting for one's survival. It encourages the listener to keep pushing forward, even when things seem impossible.
Line by Line Meaning
Bloody and might, they've sent me here to die
I have been sent to this place to face death, and I am powerless against it.
My arm is twitching, see the picture of an eye
My body is reacting to the fear and pain, and I can't help feeling like I'm being watched.
My words are coming out, I feel like coming out
I'm expressing my thoughts and feelings, and it feels liberating to do so.
I'm only talking to you, no more questions now
I am putting my trust in you and opening up, but I don't want to be interrogated further.
In between, loud and clear
There is clarity in the midst of chaos.
Exceptional, get me wrong
My unique perspective may be misunderstood by others.
Let it out, try to bow
I am releasing my emotions and allowing myself to be vulnerable.
Where am I this time?
I am unsure of where I am and what is happening to me.
And what am I to think in size
I am lost and overwhelmed by the situation I am in.
No matter what I feel inside
My internal struggles are irrelevant to the harsh reality of my external surroundings.
'Cause you're into the water
I am being pushed into the deep end, alone and without support.
And you go without a fight, back to life
Despite the odds against me, I am determined to come out of this experience stronger and more alive.
I'm coming back from the cell of the fear
I am escaping from the prison of my own fear and anxiety.
Those who could fly show some wishes in my ear
Others who have overcome their own struggles are encouraging me and giving me hope.
Cold, sighing voices, the ghosts, left me new choices
The negative voices in my head are fading away, and I am presented with new opportunities.
The ghosts, that was me gathering a colorful of phony dancers
The negative thoughts and self-doubt were all in my head, and I was only holding myself back.
Fades away, I contain
The negativity that was once consuming me is fading away, and I am feeling more in control of my life.
No more wait, it's about to jump back
I am done waiting for things to improve, and I am taking action to change my life.
I rebel, find new peace
I am rebelling against my own self-doubt and finding peace within myself.
There's waiting, wait far
There is hope for a better tomorrow, and I must be patient and persistent in pursuit of it.
When nothing's right
When everything feels hopeless and bleak.
There's no way things stop tonight
I am refusing to give up and accepting defeat, no matter how difficult the situation may be.
'Cause you're dancing to look at
I am expressing myself and being true to who I am.
To give back your life, back to life
I am reclaiming ownership over my own life and breaking free from the chains that were holding me back.
They called me down
I was summoned to face my fears.
There's a full attack
I am under attack from all directions, facing overwhelming obstacles.
I turned around
I refuse to let the obstacles defeat me, and I am facing them head on.
And completely fast
I am moving forward quickly and decisively, not letting anything slow me down.
Must find a way to break out
I must find a way to break free from the negative thoughts and self-doubt that are holding me back.
Fights is unforgiving
The battles I am facing are harsh and unforgiving.
This must not foresee me, camouflage
I will not let the obstacles in my path define who I am or limit my potential.
Back to life
I am coming alive again, breaking free from the chains and becoming stronger than ever before.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BENJAMIN PETER WARDEN COOK, JORDAN DANIEL POSNER, JAMES MATTHEW DELONG, JESSE AARON LABOVITZ, GREIG NORI, ZACHARY AMSTER
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Tim Woods
I must say, quite an underrated band
MyDixieWrecked
Underrated talent. Saw them at Projekt Revolution and was so impressed!
kevinofvideos
No warning used to be one of the biggest bands in the Hardcore Community, many tried to emulate, they will stand the test of time!
horse pills
No warning is one of my favorites bands
Pujalte4
this song sounds fucking!
Spread The Silence
We're the sxs party