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)
United
Pennywise Lyrics
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And I remember just how I tried to make a difference in the end
And there are times you can't go on but there's a sunrise anyway
And if another's feelings gone you got to live another day
Don't be dis-hearted just get started
It will be too late tomorrow
By your side standing with pride - united we'll find a way
Through troubled times we will survive - united we're alive
Your mind is racing time goes slow feel it smotherin' your soul
Validity of hate and greed cause the burdens that you stole
You never dodged to say goodbye to the all troubles surrounding you
Standing together certainly we are you united so bored and true
Don't be dis-hearted just get started
It will be too late tomorrow
Hold on you belong - united we'll find a way
By your side stand with pride - united we'll find a way
Through troubled times we will survive - united we're alive
Hold on to your heart tomorrow can be your brand new start
A new day a new way finding the better path to take
Hold on to your heart and find the strength inside
Hold on together we will survive we will survive
Hold on you belong - united we'll find a way
By your side stand with pride - united we'll find a way
Hold on you belong - united we'll find a way (we are alone)
By your side stand with pride - united we'll find a way
Through troubled times we will survive - united we're alive
The song "United" by Pennywise is a powerful and uplifting anthem that encourages perseverance, unity, and hope. The opening lines of the song, "As I walk this lonely road I am reminded by everything, and I remember just how I tried to make a difference in the end," suggest that the singer is reflecting on their past and everything that has led them to where they are now. Despite feeling alone and perhaps discouraged, they recognize that they have tried to make a difference and that there is still hope for a brighter future. The chorus serves as a rallying cry for unity and solidarity in the face of adversity, with lines like "Hold on you belong - united we'll find a way" and "Through troubled times we will survive - united we're alive."
The second verse delves deeper into the struggles that the singer is facing, such as the sense of being smothered by negativity and the weight of societal problems like hate and greed. However, even amidst these challenges, the song emphasizes the importance of standing together and supporting one another. The bridge encourages listeners to hold onto their hearts and find the strength within themselves to persevere and make a change. Ultimately, the song is a message of hope that encourages people to come together and work towards a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
As I walk this lonely road I am reminded by everything
Walking down this path alone, everything around me reminds me of my past struggles.
And I remember just how I tried to make a difference in the end
Recalling my efforts to make a positive change despite the obstacles I faced along the way.
And there are times you can't go on but there's a sunrise anyway
Even when it feels impossible to move forward, a new day still begins.
And if another's feelings gone you got to live another day
Even when someone else feels like giving up, you still have to find a way to keep going.
Don't be dis-hearted just get started
It will be too late tomorrow
Don't let discouragement hold you back, take action now before it's too late.
Hold on you belong - united we'll find a way
By your side standing with pride - united we'll find a way
Through troubled times we will survive - united we're alive
Together, we can overcome any challenge with strength, pride, and resilience.
Your mind is racing time goes slow feel it smotherin' your soul
Validity of hate and greed cause the burdens that you stole
You never dodged to say goodbye to the all troubles surrounding you
Standing together certainly we are you united so bored and true
When your thoughts overwhelm you and negative influences weigh you down, it's difficult to break free. But by facing these troubles together and staying true to ourselves, we can overcome them.
Hold on to your heart tomorrow can be your brand new start
A new day a new way finding the better path to take
Hold on to your heart and find the strength inside
Hold on together we will survive we will survive
Each new day presents an opportunity for a fresh start, and by holding onto our determination and inner strength, we can find the way forward towards a better tomorrow.
Hold on you belong - united we'll find a way (we are alone)
By your side stand with pride - united we'll find a way
Through troubled times we will survive - united we're alive
Even when we feel alone, we belong together in our struggles, standing proudly beside each other and surviving any obstacle together.
Contributed by Lila B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
bigduderoyal
Just saw PW live on Sat and they played a majority of old school. Was a great show, one of the best PW I ever saw. The more I listen to the new album the more I love it!
daniel florio
This is the best song Pennywise wrote in years. Zoli rules this song sounds like about time.
dropkickjace
May be my favorite track on the album. And as a hardcore fan this is better than their last couple albums but to say its better than Land of the Free is just ludicrous!
Allat Nüf
damn right bro! ABOUT TIME & UNKNOWN ROAD still my favs. but this is hell of a fuckin good album. Zoli does a great job with a lot of fresh air.
Stino7777777
THROUGH TROUBLED TIMES.... WE WILL SURVIVE!!! WHAT A F#CKING GOOD SONG!!
goldoche1
Imo, this is the best Pennywise album and yes I love Full Circle, Unknown Road, About time and their S/T album. From the ashes and the fuse were average at best. Reasons to believe, LOTF and SA were pretty good (lots of good songs, lots of average songs, a few bad songs).
WowlxX
Another great song from this amazing album
Tom Ferramenti
God bless Pennywise.
Christopher Neiweem
Linberg is the staple voice for PW, but I do dig Zoli, the first track (blanking) rocks.
Roly Saavedra
this song is so fuckin amazing!