The group had mostly regional success until their breakthrough with the hit single "Last Resort". That song came from their first major label album, 'Infest', and has remained a fan favorite for years. The band's latest album titled Metamorphosis was released March 24th, 2009, with the singles "Lifeline" and "Hollywood Whore" available at digital retailers. They released a live album w/ 5 new tracks August 31, 2010 named "Time for Annihilation...On the Record and On the Road", with the first singles being "Kick In The Teeth" and "No Matter What".
The Still Swinging Songfacts reports that Papa Roach's eighth studio album, The Connection, was recorded at the band's hometown studio, The Red House in Sacramento, California. The long player was produced by James Michael (Sixx:A.M., Halestorm) and John Feldmann (Panic at the Disco, The Used, Escape the Fate). The album was released on October 2, 2012. The first single off the album was "Still Swingin'" which was a top 5 hit on the Modern Rock Tracks chart peaking at #3.
As Far as I Remember
Papa Roach Lyrics
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This could be my last defense
I wish that we could learn our lesson
I wish that we could make amends and turn the page
As far as I remember
It was a thing to forgive and forget
You said that you would let go
Now it’s time to surrender
Because I don’t want to live with regret
And nothing lasts forever
As far as I remember
This could be a new beginning
Or this could be a brew end
I wish that we could stop pretending
I wish that we could make amends and turn the page
As far as I remember
It was a thing to forgive and forget
You said that you would let go
But I guess you didn’t mean what you said
Now it’s time to surrender
Because I don’t want to live with regret
And nothing lasts forever
As far as I remember
I rather die on my feet
Than live my life on my knees
I’d rather die on my feet
Than live my life on my knees
I’d rather die on my feet
Than live my life on my knees
As far as I remember
It was a thing to forgive and forget
You said that you would let go
But I guess you didn’t mean what you said
Now it’s time to surrender
Because I don’t want to live with regret
And nothing lasts forever
As far as I remember
I rather die on my feet
Than live my life on my knees
I’d rather die on my feet
Than live my life on my knees
I’d rather die on my feet
Than live my life on my knees
(As far as I remember)
I rather die on my feet
Than live my life on my knees
I’d rather die on my feet
Than live my life on my knees
(As far as I remember)
I’d rather die on my feet
Than live my life on my knees
The lyrics of "As Far as I Remember" by Papa Roach reveal a sense of regret and the desire for forgiveness and reconciliation. The singer seems to be reflecting on a strained relationship or situation, possibly with a former friend or lover. He hopes for a fresh start and a chance to make things right, but also acknowledges that some wounds may be too deep to heal completely. The repeated refrain "I'd rather die on my feet than live my life on my knees" expresses a sense of defiance and unwillingness to compromise his values, even if it means facing difficult consequences.
The verses suggest that the singer and someone else had a falling out, but that he wants to move past it and find some closure. He remembers a time when forgiveness and forgetting were possible, but now it seems harder to let go of the hurt and anger. The lines "you said that you would let go, but I guess you didn't mean what you said" suggest that the other person may have made false promises, or at least not followed through on them. The chorus emphasizes the importance of not living with regret, and the acknowledgement that nothing lasts forever.
Overall, the lyrics convey a combination of hope, regret, and a determination to move forward. The singer recognizes that the situation may not be completely resolved, but he is willing to make the effort to improve it. The repeated refrain reinforces the idea that he values his own principles and dignity above all else.
Line by Line Meaning
This could be my last confession
I may never get the chance to confess again
This could be my last defense
This could be the last time I defend myself
I wish that we could learn our lesson
I regret that we haven't learned from our mistakes
I wish that we could make amends and turn the page
I hope we can fix things and move on
As far as I remember
To my recollection
It was a thing to forgive and forget
It was common to forgive and move on
You said that you would let go
You promised to forgive and forget
But I guess you didn’t mean what you said
But I think you didn't keep your promise
Now it’s time to surrender
It's time to admit defeat
Because I don’t want to live with regret
Because I don't want to have any regrets
And nothing lasts forever
All things come to an end eventually
This could be a new beginning
This could be a fresh start
Or this could be a brew end
Or this could be the end of everything
I wish that we could stop pretending
I hope we can stop pretending everything is okay
I rather die on my feet
I'd rather stand up for what I believe in, even if it costs me my life
Than live my life on my knees
Than live a life of submission and weakness
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Written by: JACOBY DAKOTA SHADDIX, JAMES MICHAEL, JERRY ALLAN JR. HORTON, TOBIN JOSEPH ESPERANCE
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