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1) RIVALS is a dark pop-rock/punk/metal band from Los Angeles, CA formed in 2014 by vocalist Kalie Wolfe, bassist Sebastian Chamberlain, guitarist Micket Woodle and drummer Josh Alves.
After releasing the 'Haunted/Hunted' EP, RIVALS gained mass attention with their unique take on Twenty One Pilots track, 'Heathens', and in 2018 they released their debut LP 'Damned Soul', via SmartPunk Records. In 2021 they released their follow up album 'Sad Looks Pretty On Me'. On May 5, 2023, they released their most recent EP 'Man Eater'.
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2) Rivals are from the North East of England, carrying the DIY punk rock indie mantle handed down from generations of bands such as Red Monkey, This Ain't Vegas and countless more. Rivals sound is direct and urgent, with garage. rock and post punk influences . They have pedigree too; guitarist / vocalist Ross Millard is a founding and current member of Futureheads.
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3) RIVALS released their debut single, COLLIDE, on limited edition 7" on 1st May 2006. It was playlisted on XFM, Virgin Radio, BBC 6 Music and also played on BBC Radio 1's Zane Lowe show and many more. Rivals supported The Strokes on their recent visit to Ireland and played at the 02 Wireless Festival at Hyde Park, London in June 2006 with The Strokes, The Ranconteurs, Dirty Pretty Things. The band also performed at Vital 06 and recently toured with Fightstar.
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4) The Rivals - Punk Rock / Power Pop band from Kent England who formed around 1978. The band released two great and highly sought after 7" singles before the band split in 1981. In 2007, unreleased superb quality recordings from back in the day + their two singles were put out on their "If Only" LP / CD on Detour Records in England. Over the last couple of years even more great quality unreleased recordings have been released as "First Ever Session 78 & Demos" on CD in Japan on 1977 Records.
5) RIVALS is a band based in Brisbane, QLD.
Formed in 2012, the band has completed several regional, Midwest and east coast shows including most of Australia's major cities. The band describes their EP message as one that directly addresses personal encounters, but also on a scale of viewing situations in another person's perspective.
This band see themselves as a strategic way to voice their opinion and share it to a larger audience while still doing what they love. Their vision as a whole is to influence misguided youth in a positive direction, being able to relate to their music and lyrics. Their debut EP "Visceral" now available for FREE download as of March 4th, 2014.
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Not quite moving, but I left them all behind
My heart is frozen, but I've barely noticed
Chipped away one piece at a time
Don't you see this is all I ever needed?
Woah, oh, woah, oh, I live in lights
Woah, oh, woah, oh, I live in lights
Broke, but I know who I am inside
(Woah, oh) There's something better
On the other side keep going, going
Live on the road, it's where I belong
And if we crash, at least I died alive
I hear them all talk
But I know they're not wrong
I worked too hard to let them all inside
Don't you see this is all I ever wanted?
Woah, oh, woah, oh, I live in lights
Broke, but at least I feel alive
Woah, oh, woah, oh, I live in lights
Broke, but I know who I am inside
Even though they hate me, I'm happy alone
And even when they taunt me
My sanity's gone
And when I try to give up, I keep pushing on
When they try to blind you
Don't be scared of the dark
Woah, oh, woah, oh, I live in lights
Broke, but at least I feel alive
Woah, oh, woah, oh, I live in lights
Broke, but I know who I am inside
Don't you see this is all I ever wanted?
(Woah, oh) There's something better
On the other side keep going, going
(Woah, oh) There's something better
On the other side keep going, going
(Woah, oh) There's something better
On the other side keep going, going
The lyrics to Rivals's song "Keep Going" convey a sense of determination and resilience in the face of adversity. The opening lines, "Left all broken, I'm stuck in motion / Not quite moving, but I left them all behind," suggest that the singer has experienced some form of pain or hardship that has caused them to feel stagnant. However, they have made a conscious choice to leave their past behind and move forward.
The line "My heart is frozen, but I've barely noticed / Chipped away one piece at a time" suggests that the singer has developed emotional walls as a result of their past experiences, but they have become so accustomed to this state that they hardly realize it anymore. It speaks to the idea of becoming desensitized or numb as a coping mechanism.
The chorus reveals the driving force behind the singer's actions: "Woah, oh, woah, oh, I live in lights / Broke, but at least I feel alive." Here, the reference to living in lights may symbolize the pursuit of their dreams or their desire to be seen and recognized. Despite being financially or emotionally "broke," they find fulfillment and vitality in their chosen path.
The lyrics continue to emphasize the singer's determination and defiance against naysayers and doubters. The lines "Even though they hate me, I'm happy alone / And even when they taunt me / My sanity's gone" highlight the singer's ability to find solace and contentment despite facing criticism and ridicule. They recognize that their own belief in themselves and their pursuit of their dreams is more important than the opinions of others.
Line by Line Meaning
Left all broken, I'm stuck in motion
I feel shattered and unable to move forward
Not quite moving, but I left them all behind
Although I may not be progressing, I have moved past the people who held me back
My heart is frozen, but I've barely noticed
I have become emotionally numb, but it's been a gradual process
Chipped away one piece at a time
Little by little, I have lost parts of myself
Don't you see this is all I ever needed?
Can't you understand that this is everything I've always wanted?
Woah, oh, woah, oh, I live in lights
Despite my financial struggles, I thrive in the spotlight
Broke, but at least I feel alive
I may be financially unstable, but I am content with the way I am living
There's something better on the other side keep going, going
There are brighter opportunities waiting for me, so I must continue moving forward
Live on the road, it's where I belong
Being constantly on the move is my true calling
And if we crash, at least I died alive
Even if things don't work out, I will have lived life to the fullest
I hear them all talk, but I know they're not wrong
I am aware of their criticisms, but I believe they are misguided
I worked too hard to let them all inside
I have put in too much effort to let their negativity affect me
Even though they hate me, I'm happy alone
Despite their disdain for me, I find happiness in my solitude
And even when they taunt me, my sanity's gone
Their teasing may affect my mental state, but I strive to remain strong
And when I try to give up, I keep pushing on
In moments of defeat, I find the strength to persevere
When they try to blind you, don't be scared of the dark
When others try to obstruct your vision, don't fear the unknown
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: AARON EDWARDS, CODY STEWART, KALIE ROBIE, MICHAEL WOODLE
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JN Perez
Keep going, don't stop!
FeelTheBurn
What a great song
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