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.
Not Listening
Papa Roach Lyrics
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The more I learn, the more I ignore
I'm not listening, not anymore
The more I hear, the more I ignore
No I'm not listening, not anymore, No
'Cause you gotta be bigger, be faster, be stronger
If your gonna survive any longer
The first time might be your last time
Am I a failure if I got nothing to lose
No, I'm not a failure, I got something to prove
I'm not listening, not anymore
The more I learn, the more I ignore
I'm not listening, not anymore
The more I hear, the more I ignore, the more I ignore
'Cause I've lost my innocence
And I'm a stranger, A life changer
I'm a man that's not afraid of danger
I walk my own path, and blaze my own trail
Because I'm not afraid to derail
I won't get in line or be a middle man
So fuck you I'll make my own plan
And I got respect and I don't neglect
The people that I really care to protect
Am I a failure if I got nothing to lose
No, I'm not a failure, I got something to prove
I'm not listening, not anymore
The more I learn, the more I ignore
I'm not listening, not anymore
The more I hear, the more I ignore, the more I ignore
I told you before, won't listen anymore
I told you before, lets settle the score
I told you before, won't listen anymore
I told you before, lets settle the score
If not them then who?
If not now then when?
I'm not listening, not anymore
The more I learn, the more I ignore
I'm not listening, not anymore
The more I hear, the more I ignore, the more I ignore
I told you before, won't listen anymore
I told you before, lets settle the score
I told you before, won't listen anymore
I told you before, lets settle the score
Set it off right now
Blow it up, set it off
Fuck it up, set it off
Blow it up, Blow it up right now
In "Not Listening," Papa Roach delivers lyrics that reject conformity to societal pressure and the need to fit in. The song highlights the struggle of being an outsider and not wanting to follow the norm. The lyrics repeatedly express that the more the singer learns, the more they ignore. This is a testament to the belief that sometimes discovering new information only confirms and strengthens one's personal beliefs. The lyrics also advise that to succeed in life, one has to be bigger, faster, and stronger because the first opportunity might be their last. They reiterate that the lyrics' message is not to conform, telling their opposition that they will make their own plans.
The lines 'if not them then who? If not now then when?' invite listeners to approach their fears and doubts head-on and take action since there will be no one else to do it for them. The lyrics further reveal the singer's mindset, which firmly believes in self-reliance and individuality. They trust their journey and blaze their own trail because the "people that I really care to protect" support them. The chorus affirms that the singer has grown from their previous state of innocence and is no longer concerned about fitting in.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not listening, not anymore
I'm tired of hearing the same old things and being told what to do. I'm making my own decisions now.
The more I learn, the more I ignore
The more I learn about the world and people around me, the less I feel like I fit in or want to be like them.
'Cause you gotta be bigger, be faster, be stronger
If your gonna survive any longer
In this lifetime, it better be the right time
The first time might be your last time
The world is a difficult place, and you have to be tough to make it. You might not get a second chance, so make the most of your opportunities.
Am I a failure if I got nothing to lose
No, I'm not a failure, I got something to prove
It doesn't matter if I don't have much going for me right now. I'm going to work hard and prove myself to the world.
'Cause I've lost my innocence
And I'm a stranger, A life changer
I'm a man that's not afraid of danger
I walk my own path, and blaze my own trail
Because I'm not afraid to derail
I've seen and experienced things that have changed me forever, but I'm not afraid of what's to come. I'm going to live life on my own terms.
I won't get in line or be a middle man
So fuck you I'll make my own plan
I'm not going to follow someone else's direction or be a pawn in someone else's game. I'm in charge of my own life.
And I got respect and I don't neglect
The people that I really care to protect
I care about the people in my life and will do whatever it takes to make sure they're safe and happy.
If not them then who?
If not now then when?
If I don't take care of the people I love and make the most of my life now, then who will?
I told you before, won't listen anymore
I told you before, lets settle the score
I've already made it clear that I'm not interested in what you have to say. It's time to deal with the consequences of your actions.
Set it off right now
Blow it up, set it off
Fuck it up, set it off
Blow it up, Blow it up right now
I'm ready to make changes and take action. I'm going to do whatever it takes to succeed, even if it means causing chaos.
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Written by: DAVID BUCKNER, JACOBY SHADDIX, JEFF HORTON, TOBIN ESPERANCE
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