Windbreaker
Northlane Lyrics


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When the wind breaks before our very path
We are swept away; I hear the wind howling my name
Leaving behind me everything I thought that I should be
Everything they told me was right
Everything they said about life
We have made the sacrifices
We have been patient for long enough
It is our chance, our time
Our time to rise the fuck up
I will break the wind
This road, it leads so far away from home
I breathe the air, down a road to nowhere
Streams of oxygen, soothe our forms
We long to breathe in the air
Around us
I feel the kiss of the breeze against my face
We long to feel the air
Around us
I'm packing up
I'm leaving here
Don't know when I'm coming back
Close your eyes and I disappear
Floating free throughout this life
Reshaping my thoughts time does wither the mind
Time does wither the mind and in due time
The life I thought I wanted I never seem to find
It might be dark and it might be cold
But if I ever feel like turning back
I just breathe and remember where I am, inside the dream
I will break the wind
When the wind breaks before our very path




We are swept away; I hear the wind howling my name
Break

Overall Meaning

"Windbreaker" by Northlane is a song about breaking free from societal norms and expectations and taking control of one's own life. The lyrics use the metaphor of the wind breaking before the singer's path, representing the obstacles and challenges they face in their journey towards self-discovery and fulfillment. The singer speaks about leaving everything behind and disregarding what others have told them is right and following their own path.


The song talks about the sacrifices and patience they have had to endure in order to get to where they are now, and that it's time for them to "rise the fuck up" and take charge of their own life. The chorus "I will break the wind" is a declaration of their power and determination to keep pushing through the obstacles and overcome any challenges that come their way. The lyrics also touch on the idea that sometimes the journey towards self-discovery can be dark and cold, but it's important to keep pushing forward and remember where you are in your own journey.


Overall, "Windbreaker" is a powerful anthem about breaking free from societal norms and expectations and taking charge of one's own life journey.


Line by Line Meaning

When the wind breaks before our very path
In moments of uncertainty and challenge, we feel overwhelmed and lost.


We are swept away; I hear the wind howling my name
The chaos of life can be deafening and disorienting, leaving us feeling vulnerable and unanchored.


Leaving behind me everything I thought that I should be
In order to grow and evolve, we must let go of the expectations and limitations others have placed upon us.


Everything they told me was right
The opinions of others can often feel like truth, but it's important to question and challenge what we are told.


Everything they said about life
Even the most common beliefs about life and the world around us should be examined and evaluated.


We have made the sacrifices
Achieving our goals and ambitions often requires us to make difficult choices and give up certain comforts and pleasures.


We have been patient for long enough
Patience is a virtue, but there comes a time when we must take action and seize the opportunities before us.


It is our chance, our time
We must take advantage of the opportunities presented to us and not shy away from taking risks.


Our time to rise the fuck up
Now is the moment to take control of our lives and future, and to do so with resilience and determination.


I will break the wind
We must not allow the chaos and turbulence of life to hold us back, but rather push through and persevere.


This road, it leads so far away from home
Life can take us on unexpected journeys and lead us far from the places and people we know and love.


I breathe the air, down a road to nowhere
In moments of doubt and confusion, we may feel like we are going nowhere and simply treading water.


Streams of oxygen, soothe our forms
Even in the midst of turmoil and chaos, there are moments of calm and clarity that can rejuvenate us and keep us going.


We long to breathe in the air
We crave a sense of freedom and rejuvenation that can only come from experiencing life on our own terms.


Around us
Life is full of wonder and mystery, and we must embrace and explore the world around us.


I feel the kiss of the breeze against my face
There are moments of beauty and serenity in life that remind us of the magic and wonder of the world.


We long to feel the air
We yearn for a sense of liberation and freedom that can only come from breaking free from societal and cultural norms.


I'm packing up
Taking control of our lives often requires us to leave behind the safety and security of what we know and venture into the unknown.


I'm leaving here
Breaking free from the limitations of our current circumstances requires us to take risks and make bold choices.


Don't know when I'm coming back
Taking the first steps towards our goals and ambitions can be scary and uncertain, but it's important to trust the journey and stay committed.


Close your eyes and I disappear
The path to personal growth and evolution often requires us to leave behind the expectations and perceptions of others, and fully embrace who we are.


Floating free throughout this life
Finding our true purpose and path in life requires us to let go of the constraints and rules placed upon us by society and culture.


Reshaping my thoughts time does wither the mind
Over time, our thoughts and beliefs evolve and change, and we must be open to new ideas and perspectives.


Time does wither the mind and in due time
Life is a journey full of constant change, and we must remain open and adaptable to the inevitable shifts and transitions that occur.


The life I thought I wanted I never seem to find
Our paths and goals may shift and change over time, and it's important to listen to our inner voice and trust our intuition.


It might be dark and it might be cold
The path to personal growth and success is rarely easy or comfortable, and will often challenge us in unexpected ways.


But if I ever feel like turning back
Even in moments of doubt and uncertainty, it's important to remain committed to our goals and not give up when the going gets tough.


I just breathe and remember where I am, inside the dream
The journey to achieving our goals and aspirations is often surreal and difficult, but we must stay focused and grounded in our vision of what we want to achieve.


I will break the wind
We must push through the obstacles and challenges that life throws our way in order to achieve our goals and become the best version of ourselves.


When the wind breaks before our very path
Adversity and challenge are inevitable in life, but it's how we respond to them that ultimately shapes our experiences and outcomes.


We are swept away; I hear the wind howling my name
The chaos of life can feel overwhelming and daunting, but we must remain strong and resilient in the face of adversity.


Break
Breaking through the challenges and obstacles of life requires us to stay focused, driven, and committed to our goals and aspirations.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JONATHON FRANCIS DEILEY, ADRIAN JAMES FITIPALDES, NIC EDWARD PETTERSEN

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@n0tAnother

Just recently found out bout this band, and all I can say - it's absolutely amasing...

Dunno, if it's because I've found it in a difficult period of my life, but still, the right words that have been said in a right moment - can do a great things with your motivation and your daily mood.
When I've realised that Northlane is from Australia, just like "In Hearts Wake", "The Amity Affliction". etc, I've fell in love with this country!
Even thou I'm 30 y.o., I wanna see these guys live on stage, tearing my heart and ears with their sweet music.. There is not a chance any of these bands will come to Ukraine with a tour, so I dream about traveling to Australia to catch some big tour with them.

"It might be dark, it might be cold
But if I ever feel like turning back
I just breathe and remember
Where I am inside the dream"

Peace.



@Yazuroshi

When the wind breaks before our very path
We are swept away (swept away)
I hear the wind howling my name
When the wind breaks before our very path
We are swept away (swept away)
I hear the wind howling my name

Leaving behind me everything I thought that I should be
Everything they told me was right
Leaving behind me everything I thought that I should be
Everything they said about life
We have made the sacrifices
We have been patient for long enough
It is our chance our time
Our time
Our time to rise the fuck up
I will break the wind

This road it leads so far away from home
I breathe in the air down a road to nowhere

Streams of oxygen soothe our forms
We long to breathe in the air around us
I feel the kiss of the breeze against my face
We long to feel the air around us

I'm packing up
I'm leaving here
Don't know when I'm coming back
Close your eyes and I disappear
I'm packing up
I'm leaving here
Don't know when I'm coming back
Close your eyes and I disappear
Floating free throughout this life
Reshaping my thoughts, time does wither the mind
And in due time
The life I thought I wanted I never seem to find
It might be dark, it might be cold
But if I ever feel like turning back
I just breathe and remember
Where I am (where I am) inside (inside) the dream
I will break the wind
When the wind breaks before our very path
We are swept away (swept away)
I hear the wind howling my name
When the wind breaks before our very path
We are swept away, swept away (swept away)
I hear the wind howling my name

Break!
I will break the wind.



All comments from YouTube:

@dlrsnate5100

This song is beautifully aggressive . 2:00 until the end, is a masterpiece that’ll never get the credit it deserves.

It’s crazy how I can almost feel the wind when I hear this song, Northlane really hit the mark with this song.

@jameswilkes6091

Adrian was pretty great, he sounded completely different when he growled and screamed, pretty impressive.

@Jacksoncomplex

What is a growl? From what is it when it builds up from a clean to a scream?

@jameswilkes6091

I believe a growl is one of those "deep screams" that Adrian does in this song.

@Jacksoncomplex

James Wilkes
oh i thought they were just low screams. never heard them refered to as a growl.

@orfeas8

JacksonKdrums growl is named in heavier metal genres such as Amon Amarth, as I saw

@jakubondrus6064

+JacksonKdrums well as far as I know it's actually the same thing if I'm not wrong

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@RyansResolve

2018 and this album is still unprecedented

@GarrettsGear

2020 and this album aged so well. Still unprecedented.

@user-en2eg4gw5x

Still great masterpiece😔

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