The band spent its first four years signed to the independent record label Fat Wreck Chords, on which they released two studio albums, The Unraveling (2001) and Revolutions per Minute (2003). Both the albums were met with underground success, and in 2003 the band signed with the major label Dreamworks, which was absorbed by Geffen. Rise Against's major label debut Siren Song of the Counter Culture (2004) brought the band mainstream success, largely in part to the popularity of the singles "Give It All" and "Swing Life Away". The band's next album, The Sufferer & the Witness (2006), peaked at number ten on the Billboard 200 in the United States, and was Rise Against's first album to chart in countries outside of North America.
With the release of Appeal to Reason (2008), Rise Against's music shifted toward a more accessible and radio-friendly sound, with greater emphasis on production value. The album's third single, "Savior", broke the record for the most consecutive weeks spent on both the Hot Rock Songs and Alternative Songs charts. Rise Against's popularity grew with the release of Endgame (2011), which peaked at number two on the Billboard 200, and charted highly worldwide. The band's seventh and eighth albums, The Black Market (2014) and Wolves (2017) continued the trend of commercial success, and both peaked with the top ten on the Billboard 200. Their ninth and most recent album, Nowhere Generation, was released in 2021.
Rise Against is also known for their advocacy of progressivism, supporting organizations such as Amnesty International and the It Gets Better Project. The band actively promotes animal rights and most of the members are straight edge, PETA supporters and vegetarians.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rise_Against
Studio albums
The Unraveling (2001)
Revolutions per Minute (2003)
Siren Song of the Counter Culture (2004)
The Sufferer & the Witness (2006)
Appeal to Reason (2008)
Endgame (2011)
The Black Market (2014)
Wolves (2017)
Nowhere Generation (2021)
Behind Closed Doors
Rise Against Lyrics
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Hands armed with broken bottles,
Standing no chance to win but,
We're not runnin', we're not runnin'.
There's a point I think we're missin',
It's in the air we raise our fists in,
In the smiles we cast each other,
About the time we gave up hope and
We never find these locks still open,
Stumbling on stones unturned,
The hurt we feel, we all have found.
The lines we've crossed in search of change, but all they see is treason
Although we have no obligation, to stay alive
On broken backs we beg for mercy, we will survive
(Break out) I won't be left here
Behind closed doors.
Bonfires burn like beacons,
Guiding the lost and weakened.
Flames dance on crashing waves,
Guiding ships who've gone a stray
Time out, let's stop and think this through,
We've all got better things to do,
A talk in circles run in place,
Answers inches from my face.
Although we have no obligation, to stay alive
On broken backs we beg for mercy, we will survive
(Break out) I won't be left here
Behind closed doors.
Black eyes, broken fingers,
Blood drips and I let it run down my lips and to my swollen gums
When hope is non-existent,
Our instincts all scream, "Run",
We never turn our backs or even bite our tongue.
Although we have no obligation, to stay alive
On broken backs we beg for mercy, we will survive
(Break out) I won't be left here
Behind closed doors.
Although we have no obligation, to stay alive
On broken backs we beg for mercy, we will survive
(Break out) I won't be left here
Behind closed doors.
The song "Behind Closed Doors" by Rise Against is a showcase of the band's talent in writing politically-charged lyrics that speak of inequality, corruption, and oppression. The first verses talk about a violent protest with a group that is heavily armed with broken bottles, standing firm and not running away despite the odds against them. The second verse tries to focus on the essential point being missed, which is the unity and bonds between members of the group, catered by the air they raise their fists in and the smiles they cast each other, even amidst the chaos.
The chorus talks about how they have no obligation to remain alive, yet they beg for mercy and continue to survive on broken backs. The refusal to be left behind closed doors, coupled with the imagery of bonfires guiding the lost and weakened, is meant to instill a sense of hope and determination to fight against what they believe is wrong in society. The bridge reminds us to pause, think things through and to seek better alternatives. But ultimately, the song takes a violent turn, with the description of black eyes, broken fingers and blood drips, displaying the endurance and perseverance of the protestor's undying spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
Chairs thrown and tables toppled,
Amid chaos and destruction, we are unable to find peace or resolution.
Hands armed with broken bottles,
In our desperation and anger, we will use whatever means necessary to fight back.
Standing no chance to win but,
Despite insurmountable odds, we refuse to back down or give up.
We're not runnin', we're not runnin'.
We will face our problems head-on and take responsibility for our actions.
There's a point I think we're missin',
We are overlooking something important that could help us find answers.
It's in the air we raise our fists in,
We express our frustration and demand change through nonverbal gestures.
In the smiles we cast each other,
We find hope and solidarity in the simple act of smiling at one another.
My sister, my brother.
We see each other as equals and share a common bond in our struggle.
About the time we gave up hope and
At a moment when we thought all was lost and there was no hope left.
We never find these locks still open,
We encounter obstacles that seem insurmountable and prevent us from finding solutions.
Stumbling on stones unturned,
We search for answers in unexplored places and encounter challenges along the way.
The hurt we feel, we all have found.
We share a common pain that motivates us to work together toward a better future.
The lines we've crossed in search of change, but all they see is treason
As we strive for a better society, those in power view our actions as disruptive and disloyal.
Although we have no obligation, to stay alive
We are not required to survive or continue living, but we choose to persevere despite the difficulties.
On broken backs we beg for mercy, we will survive
We are at our lowest point and barely hanging on, but we will not give up or beg for mercy.
(Break out) I won't be left here
We will break free from our struggles and refuse to be held back or left behind.
Behind closed doors.
We are pushing for change and demanding accountability, even when it requires going against the status quo or disrupting the system.
Bonfires burn like beacons,
We create beacons of hope and unity amidst darkness and despair.
Guiding the lost and weakened.
We provide support and guidance for those who are struggling or marginalized.
Flames dance on crashing waves,
Our passion and energy cannot be contained, as demonstrated by the dynamic imagery of dancing flames on crashing waves.
Guiding ships who've gone a stray
We help others who have lost their way to find a path forward and regain their bearings.
Time out, let's stop and think this through,
We must take a step back and reflect on our situation to find a more effective strategy for change.
We've all got better things to do,
Our collective energy and resources could be better spent on more positive pursuits.
A talk in circles run in place,
Our discussions and actions feel repetitive and unproductive, as if we are not making any real progress.
Answers inches from my face.
Despite being close to the answers we seek, we are facing roadblocks preventing us from reaching them.
Black eyes, broken fingers,
We have been physically harmed and injured in our struggles for change and equality.
Blood drips and I let it run down my lips and to my swollen gums
We are willing to make sacrifices and endure the physical pain that comes with standing up for our beliefs.
When hope is non-existent,
At times, we feel as if there is no hope left and the future seems bleak.
Our instincts all scream, 'Run',
We feel a powerful urge to give up or flee from our struggles, but we refuse to succumb to that instinct.
We never turn our backs or even bite our tongue.
We will never retreat or remain silent in the face of injustice or oppression.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRANDON BARNES, CHRISTOPHER CHASSE, JOSEPH PRINCIPE, TIMOTHY MCILRATH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@monalex0794
Lyrics:
Chairs thrown and tables toppled,
Hands armed with broken bottles,
Standing no chance to win but,
We're not runnin', we're not runnin'.
There's a point I think we're missin',
It's in the air we raise our fists in,
In the smiles we cast each other,
My sister, my brother.
About the time we gave up hope and
We never find these locks still open,
Stumbling on stones unturned,
The hurt we feel, we all have found.
The lines we've crossed in search of change, but all they see is treason
Although we have no obligation, to stay alive
On broken backs we beg for mercy, we will survive
(Break out) I won't be left here
Behind closed doors.
Bonfires burn like beacons,
Guiding the lost and weakened.
Flames dance on crashing waves,
Guiding ships who've gone a stray
Time out, let's stop and think this through,
We've all got better things to do,
A talk in circles run in place,
Answers inches from my face.
Although we have no obligation, to stay alive
On broken backs we beg for mercy, we will survive
(Break out) I won't be left here
Behind closed doors.
Black eyes, broken fingers,
Blood drips and I let it run down my lips and to my swollen gums
When hope is non-existent,
Our instincts all scream, "Run",
We never turn our backs or even bite our tongue.
Although we have no obligation, to stay alive
On broken backs we beg for mercy, we will survive
(Break out) I won't be left here
Behind closed doors.
Although we have no obligation, to stay alive
On broken backs we beg for mercy, we will survive
(Break out) I won't be left here
Behind closed doors.
@mucskadaniel2906
I'm leaving this comment here so that whenever someone likes it I'll come back and listen to this masterpiece
@44waxwings
I'm replying to this comment so that whenever someone likes it I can do the same.
@justasleepparalysisdemonwi8719
There you go chief
@justasleepparalysisdemonwi8719
@@44waxwingsyou too, get back in here
@thexplayerstream2793
🎸
@jaminshinkowski4477
Better pop those ear phones in then 😂
@angelencarnacioncastillo5876
this band is so good
@gurkenwambo4026
+angel rafael encarnacion no this song isnt good???? its amazing
@pedrosouza367
I'd still preffer Savior... But that one is awesome too
@Illeatpie237
Good Doesn't Describe Rise Against Amazing Does