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.
Forever
Papa Roach Lyrics
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I realized what is wrong with me
Can't get over you
Can't get through to you
It's been a Helter Skelter romance from the start
Take these memories that are haunting me
Of a paper man cut into shreds
He'll never forgive her
He'll never forgive her
Because days come and go
But my feelings for you are forever
Because days come and go
But my feelings for you are forever
Sitting by a fire on a lonely night
Hanging over from another good time
With another girl, little dirty girl
You should listen to this story of a life
You're my heroin
In this moment I'm lonely
Fulfilling my darkest dreams
All these drugs, all these women
I'm never forgiven, this broken heart of mine
Because days come and go
But my feelings for you are forever
Because days come and go
But my feelings for you are forever
One last kiss
Before I go
Dry your tears
It is time to let you go
One last kiss (one last kiss)
Before I go (before I go)
Dry your tears (dry your tears)
It is time to let you go
Because days come and go,
But my feelings for you are forever
Because days come and go,
But my feelings for you are forever
One last kiss (one last kiss)
Before I go (before I go)
Dry your tears (dry your tears)
It is time to let you go
One last kiss
Before I go
Dry your tears
It is time to let you go
One last kiss
The lyrics to Papa Roach's song "Forever" speak to the tumultuous nature of love and relationships. The singer is grappling with the pain of a past love and the addiction to the feelings associated with it. In the first verse, the singer is coming to terms with the fact that they are unable to move on and are still consumed by thoughts of their former lover. The line "It's been a Helter Skelter romance from the start" references the infamous murder spree committed by Charles Manson and his followers, reflecting the chaotic and destructive nature of the relationship.
The second verse takes a darker turn, with the singer admitting to indulging in drugs and other women to cope with their broken heart. The line "You're my heroin" speaks to the addictive nature of both love and drugs. The chorus repeats the idea that even though time is passing and days come and go, the singer's feelings for their past love will always be there, illustrating the depth of their emotional attachment.
The bridge of the song sets up the emotional climax, with the singer saying "One last kiss before I go" and telling their former lover it's time to let them go. This suggests that the singer has recognized the destructive nature of their attachment and is ready to move on, even though it's painful. The repetition of the chorus, and the final "one last kiss" line, speaks to the cyclical nature of these kinds of relationships, and the difficulty of breaking free from them.
Line by Line Meaning
In the brightest hour of my darkest day
In the moment of greatest clarity amidst my misery
I realized what is wrong with me
I finally understood my flaws
Can't get over you
I can't move past you
Can't get through to you
I can't communicate with you
It's been a Helter Skelter romance from the start
Our relationship was tumultuous from the beginning
Take these memories that are haunting me
I am plagued by these painful memories
Of a paper man cut into shreds
Metaphorically speaking, I feel like I've been destroyed
By his own pair of scissors
I feel like I'm responsible for my own destruction
He'll never forgive her
I can't bring myself to forgive you
Because days come and go
Time passes
But my feelings for you are forever
But my love for you will never die
Sitting by a fire on a lonely night
Spending an evening alone by a fire
Hanging over from another good time
Recovering from another enjoyable experience
With another girl, little dirty girl
With a girl who is not significant to me
You should listen to this story of a life
Pay attention to my experiences
You're my heroin
You are my addiction
In this moment I'm lonely
I feel lonely right now
Fulfilling my darkest dreams
Indulging in my most wicked fantasies
All these drugs, all these women
All the substances and people in my life
I'm never forgiven, this broken heart of mine
I can never forgive myself for my broken heart
One last kiss
A final embrace
Before I go
Before I leave you
Dry your tears
Stop crying
It is time to let you go
I must move on from you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Cloud9
Written by: David Buckner, Jacoby Shaddix, Jerry Horton, Tobin Esperance
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Pakolias92
In the brightest hour of my darkest day
I realized what is wrong with me
Can’t get over you, can’t get through to you
It’s been a helter-skelter romance from the start
Take these memories that are haunting me
Of a paper man cut into shreds by his own pair of scissors
He’ll never forgive her… He’ll never forgive her…
Because days come and go
but my feelings for you are forever
Because days come and go
but my feelings for you are forever
Sitting by a fire on a lonely night
Hanging over from another good time
With another girl… little dirty girl
You should listen to this story of a life
You’re my heroine – in this moment I’m lonely fulfilling my darkest dreams
All these drugs all these women
I’m never forgiving this broken heart of mine
Because days come and go
but my feelings for you are forever
Because days come and go
but my feelings for you are forever
One last kiss before I go
Dry your tears, it is time to let you go
One last kiss (one last kiss) before I go (before I go)
Dry your tears (dry your tears), it is time to let you go
Because days come and go
but my feelings for you are forever
Because days come and go
but my feelings for you are forever
One last kiss (one last kiss) before I go (before I go)
Dry your tears (dry your tears), it is time to let you go
One last kiss before I go
Dry your tears, it is time to let you go
One last kiss...
@oscarpalacios9142
I've always thought this was a great song but just recently felt like it could be the anthem of my marriage and how it is faltering right before my eyes.
"In the brightest hour of my darkest day. I realized what is wrong w me."... "take these memories that are haunting me of a paper man cut into shreds.."
I feel like I've disappointed and failed not just my family but my wife as well. I say this because my whole life I've suffered from mental health issues. Fortunately I've recognized this fact although didn't seek help until it was too late. All my blind rage, depression, anxiety, and insecurities has fast tracked my wife to despise me due to my behavior recently. I pushed her away and I regret every petty fight I started with her. It's like a switch that would flip and trigger me over the smallest of things. Instead of trying to fix those things all I would do or could do was apologize for my erratic behavior seeking her love. After awhile my behavior and actions grew worse although it was never physical nor emotional abuse I just wore her down over the years and I realized for her that our marriage had become a chore. Now that I have to seek professional help and I've accepted that there's something mentally wrong with me, I've already lost her.. And on "my darkest day" I was placed under arrest because I lost my shit again and she got fed up and called the cops. I was incarcerated for 12 days and in those 12 dark days I'd come to realize that there was something severely wrong with me. And it was all because I was drinking heavily and let my dark thoughts take over
"take these memories that are haunting me of a paper man cut into shreds".
".. Because days come and go but my feelings for you are forever"
We have a 2 yr old son together and although lately the bad has outweighed the good, I'll always cherish the fond memories we shared together. Although I'd love to be the man she married and stay together and live happily ever after with her along with our kids (we have 1 each from our previous marriages, totalling 3) I just know my marriage is unsalvageable and it is a tough pill to swallow.
"you're my heroin."...
My wife's love and acceptance is my heroin because while I know we're in a toxic relationship I've grown incredibly dependent on her love and when I didn't get her love, affection, or acceptance I'd fall into a deep depression or I'd get irritated and we'd end up fighting. Rinse. Repeat. The fights would get worse and worse and more frequently. Rinse. Repeat.
"I'm never forgiving this broken heart of mine"
Granted I recognize that I have issues but I don't know how ill be able to forgive myself for not recognizing that and didn't seek treatment sooner. Because of my problems I've broken up my precious family and I've lost the woman who at one point loved me dearly and held me in such high regard. I hope to one day overcome and conquer my inner demons with proper treatment and I hope she can see that I've come a long way and will welcome me back w open arms but I know I'm only painting the picture I want to see and not the bitter reality of being a shell of myself in this current state.
Guys and gals: some advice. If you have a great partner, do everything you can to keep them by your side and love and appreciate them, cherish the good memories and learn from the not so great ones so you can fix them if/when they arise- you'll only be happier in the long run. Also if you have issues don't take them into your relationship, instead handle them first before you tear your world(s) apart.
Thank you for reading this.
@imranimranov5572
2024 anyonee???🔥🔥🔥
@garypurvis5943
Just woke up with it stuck in my head!🤘
@JasmineWhite-dx2dh
Yes
@andreschwarzkopf1994
nope :D
@gilbertmartinez2385
I’m fuckin here
@andresmerchanfs6865
Yeah men!!!
@stevensmithjr9014
2021 anyone??!! Come on this song is amazing!!!! 😎…. And still going strong 2022… and into 2023. Will never die 😍… 2024 strong!! 😊
@jasonroberts6080
My favorite by them!!
@lilladyJa
Just crying 🥺
@christinalayne3014
Hell ya