One Dead Three Wounded was formed in 1998 by founding members Sam Tropio, M… Read Full Bio ↴One Dead Three Wounded was formed in 1998 by founding members Sam Tropio, Matt McSorley, Mike and Tim Zahodski. While in highschool, the band developed their sound, sorting through influences until they recorded their first demo in 2000. Although it was quite rough around the edges, ODTW sold quite a few copies in the Philadelphia and surrounding area. Soon after the demo released, ODTW recruited Jay Wilmot on guitar. In 2002, One Dead Three Wounded ventured into the studio once again to record The Heroin Demo. It consisted of 3 songs that began to show signs of the sound that ODTW exhibits today. Following this release, the band underwent countless lineup changes, most notably founding member Matt McSorley left the band. At the end of 2002, ODTW hit the road in support of Kansas City's Saved by Grace and Philly's Dark Day Dawning. Unfortunately, following the tour, founding member Sam Tropio left the band. Easily one of the most trying times in the bands existence, the remaining members Jay, Mike, and Tim decided to keep the band going and recruited friends Jim Fox and Bob Katzianer. By March of 2003, One Dead Three Wounded began playing countless shows throughout the east coast and soon signed with LoveLost Records. In October of 2003 ODTW returned to the Skylight (A life once lost, this day forward, bury your dead) and recorded the critically acclaimed Paint the Town (LoveLost). Following the release of the album in January 2004, the band played a plethora of shows including a two month United States tour.

FAREWELL
One Dead Three Wounded Lyrics

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He said, "I'm sorry for a sad farewell." My heart is weak; it sways between the cynical and proud. I have to turn my back on you and all of this. This was a daytime promise and the sunlight bids adieu. Through virgin screams and guitar strings we bore the loudest son. His day has yet come. Screaming idly has never been my thing or sweating for fruit that labor does not bring. This is all for you my dear cynical son, the man who lit the match that burnt the whole world down. Farewell, to that basement noise the virgin games of girls and boys. Five men stand at the end of a long hard road facing a land where young hearts rule old heads, "farewell" we said, as our feet wrap around the edge. Dear Friend, "I'll count my blessings when we hit the ground."

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to One Dead Three Wounded's song Farewell portray a sense of regretful departure and the need to move forward despite the heartache it may cause. The first line, "I'm sorry for a sad farewell" sets the tone for the entire song. The singer is apologizing for leaving, but they know it is necessary. The next line, "My heart is weak; it sways between the cynical and proud" shows the internal conflict of the singer. They are torn between cynicism and pride, potentially struggling with the decision to leave and the circumstances surrounding it.

The chorus, "Farewell, to that basement noise the virgin games of girls and boys" represents leaving behind the youthful, naive experiences of childhood, and stepping into a new chapter of life. The singer recognizes that they have outgrown their former interactions and relationships. The line, "Screaming idly has never been my thing or sweating for fruit that labor does not bring" speaks to the idea that the singer is ready to move on from frivolous pursuits and put in work towards something meaningful. They want to leave behind the stagnant life they've been leading and move forward to new and better horizons.

The final line, "Dear Friend, 'I'll count my blessings when we hit the ground'" shows the hopefulness the singer has for the future. They know that although leaving is painful, there are better things to come. The line also highlights the importance of friendship and support during times of change and growth.

Line by Line Meaning

He said, "I'm sorry for a sad farewell."
The singer is apologizing for having to say goodbye in a sad manner.

My heart is weak; it sways between the cynical and proud.
The singer's emotions are conflicted and range from disbelief to confidence.

I have to turn my back on you and all of this.
The singer has to leave and abandon everything behind.

This was a daytime promise and the sunlight bids adieu.
The promise of staying together was made during the day and now it's time to part ways as the sun sets.

Through virgin screams and guitar strings we bore the loudest son.
We created the most impactful and loud thing through pure passion and dedication.

His day has yet come.
The impact of our creation will continue to grow and be felt in the future.

Screaming idly has never been my thing or sweating for fruit that labor does not bring.
The singer doesn't believe in yelling without purpose or working hard without actual results.

This is all for you my dear cynical son, the man who lit the match that burnt the whole world down.
This creation and goodbye is for the cynical son who caused destruction but also inspired this impactful creation.

Farewell, to that basement noise the virgin games of girls and boys.
The artist is saying goodbye to the innocence and simplicity of youth, represented by the sounds and games in a basement.

Five men stand at the end of a long hard road facing a land where young hearts rule old heads, "farewell" we said, as our feet wrap around the edge.
A group of men stand at the end of a difficult journey, ready to say goodbye to the world and its expectations as they embrace their youth again.

Dear Friend, "I'll count my blessings when we hit the ground."
The singer is hopeful that time will bring new blessings and opportunities as they end one chapter and begin another.

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