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.
Over My Shoulder
No Warning Lyrics
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You can try and take away what I love
There are certain moments in life
And this is one I will take advantage of
I rise - the path I take is filled with graves
Save your words.
Don't think my worlds your own
What I've learned is all I've got now
The lyrics to No Warning's "Over My Shoulder" are layered with defiance and determination. The singer is addressing someone who they believe is trying to undermine them or take something away from them. The singer declares that they are aware of the other person's actions, and though they may try, they will not succeed in taking away what the singer loves. The singer goes on to say that there are certain moments in life that they will seize and make the best of, and that they will rise above the grave-filled path they must take to get there.
The singer is confident in their own abilities and dismissive of the other person's attempts to control or influence them. They state that their own knowledge and experiences are all they need to succeed and that this time they will do it on their own. The lyrics are confrontational and powerful, leaving little room for doubt or hesitation. The singer is determined to seize their opportunities and succeed, despite any obstacles that may be in their path.
Overall, "Over My Shoulder" is a song about standing up for oneself, refusing to be controlled or manipulated, and seizing opportunities when they arise. It's a powerful and inspiring message that speaks to anyone who has faced adversity and refused to give up.
Line by Line Meaning
You think I don't know - but I know
I am aware of your actions and intentions, even if you assume I'm oblivious to them.
You can try and take away what I love
You may attempt to remove the things I hold dear, but I won't let you succeed.
There are certain moments in life
Life presents us with specific occasions that can have a significant impact on our journey.
And this is one I will take advantage of
I will use this moment to benefit myself and move forward in my journey.
I rise - the path I take is filled with graves
I am overcoming obstacles and moving forward, but the road I'm taking is marked by the remains of those who have tried and failed before me.
Save your words.
You may have something to say, but it will have no impact on my actions or decisions.
Don't think my word's your own
The things I say and do are not for you to claim as your own or use against me.
What I've learned is all I've got now
Everything I've learned in life is what I have to rely on now as I move forward.
This time I do it alone
I am taking control and making my own choices instead of relying on others to help me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BENJAMIN PETER WARDEN COOK, JAMES MATTHEW DELONG, JORDAN DANIEL POSNER
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