Pennywise's current line-up consists of Jim Lindberg (vocals), Fletcher Dragge (guitars), Randy Bradbury (bass) and Byron McMackin (drums). They had kept their original line-up together until bassist Jason Thirsk died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound in 1996, due to issues with his alcoholism, after which Bradbury joined as his replacement. In August 2009, Lindberg decided to leave the band; he was replaced in February 2010 by Ignite singer Zoli Téglás. With Téglás, the band recorded their tenth studio album All or Nothing, which was released on May 1, 2012. Lindberg rejoined the band later that year after Téglás was sidelined by a back injury.
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Studio albums
Pennywise (1991)
Unknown Road (1993)
About Time (1995)
Full Circle (1997)
Straight Ahead (1999)
Land of the Free? (2001)
From the Ashes (2003)
The Fuse (2005)
Reason to Believe (2008)
All or Nothing (2012)
Yesterdays (2014)
Never Gonna Die (2018)
Alien
Pennywise Lyrics
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Abused, confused
Everyday you feel every crime just stare up at the sky and wonder why
Afraid, deranged
Hold on to your promise you can use it for a crutch
Stand by while all your dreams get trampled in the dust
Leave now before your slick machines begin to rust
Everyday you get a little bit older and everything gets hard you wonder why (why)
Afraid, deranged
Everyday you feel every crime an endless shocking show on the parade
Abused, confused
Hold on to your promise you can use it for a crutch
Stand by while all your dreams get trampled in the dust
Leave now before your slick machines begin to rust
Last chance farewell among us
Everyday convince myself of everything I can and can't believe
Afraid, deranged
Hold on to your promise you can use it for a crutch
Stand by while all your dreams get trampled in the dust
Leave now before your slick machines begin to rust
Last chance farewell among us
Among us
Where are the Aliens?
We're the aliens
We're the aliens
We're the aliens
The song Alien by Pennywise is a reflection on the struggles and confusions experienced by individuals as they try to make sense of the world around them. The first verse begins with the singer attempting to convince themselves of what they can and cannot believe amid the chaos and abuse they have suffered. The second verse describes a feeling of being lost and wondering why things have to be so difficult. The chorus urges listeners to hold onto their hopes and promises, as they will provide strength in the hard times. The bridge warns against staying too long in a situation, as things will eventually deteriorate and machines will rust. The final repetition of the chorus is followed by the statement “We’re the aliens”, suggesting that we are all outsiders in a world that often feels foreign.
The song seems to capture a moment of frustration and desperation in the lives of those who feel unheard and isolated. Alienation and internal conflict are themes that have been recurrent in punk music, and Pennywise uses their characteristic energy to convey a sense of urgency and defiance. The lyrics are straightforward but evocative, with a clear message of perseverance and a call to action. The repetition of the chorus creates a sense of camaraderie among those who might feel like outsiders, as the song speaks to a shared experience of struggle and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyday convince myself of everything I can and can't believe
Every day I try to persuade myself what to believe and disbelieve.
Abused, confused
Emotionally and mentally tormented and perplexed.
Everyday you feel every crime just stare up at the sky and wonder why
Every day you experience the impact of the wrong and unjust acts of the society, and look up at the sky in confusion and despair for answers.
Afraid, deranged
Terrified and mentally disturbed.
Hold on to your promise you can use it for a crutch
Hang on to your commitments, and they will offer you support during difficult times.
Stand by while all your dreams get trampled in the dust
Watch helplessly as all of your aspirations are shattered and discarded.
Leave now before your slick machines begin to rust
Depart promptly before your artificial lifestyle loses its appeal and falls into disrepair.
Last chance farewell among us
This is your final opportunity to say goodbye to your physical existence on Earth.
Everyday you get a little bit older and everything gets hard you wonder why (why)
You grow older every day, and with each passing day, everything gets more challenging, leaving you in perpetual wonderment about the reason for your struggles.
Everyday you feel every crime an endless shocking show on the parade
Every day, you encounter a never-ending parade of heinous offenses, which shock and appall you.
Where are the Aliens?
Where are the extraterrestrial beings?
We're the aliens
Humans are the extraterrestrial beings on Earth.
Among us
Within our midst.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, PFIVE Entertainment Mexico
Written by: PATRICK BENZNER, DAVE ROTH, TOM KAULITZ, BILL KAULITZ, DAVID JOST
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sharpdressedman100
This song still brings a tear to my eyes no matter how many times I hear this song :,) Pennywise was the first band I got to see in concert.
@SpuddyPotato
yat
@juanitaroxy5032
I heard this track in year 9. I was 15 and at an all girl's highschool, this band got me through the hard times.
@GPerlin
One of the all time Best Bands EVER... not just because the music is awesomely put together.. but because the lyrics actually mean something, instead of just random non sense bull shit you get with these bands today!
@christopherdevenpeck7990
Amen fucking shit noise these days
@AleDrulla
Brings me so many memories !!! Love it...
@EviLLivEClan
+Ale Drulla want some memories ? Listen to the very first Pennywise ever like 20 years ago rofl
@TheShaitan2000
We used to cover this song with a band many many years ago. I almost forgot it. What a blast.
@joshmanwaring3848
"hold on to your promise you can use it as a crutch, stand by while all your dreams get trampled in the dust, leave now before your slick machines begin to rust" that line gets to me every time
@T4ylor2Gang0rDie
among US...