In 2005 guitarist Dave Miller left the band and was replaced by Heath Saraceno, formerly of Midtown. The band's second full-length album, Still Searching, was released in 2006. They joined Warped Tour and Taste of Chaos in support of the album. Mike Glita then left the band the following year and Jason Black, also a member of Hot Water Music, joined initially as a temporary replacement but ended up remaining in the band. Their third album, Life Is Not a Waiting Room, was released in 2008. Heath Saraceno then left the band after their appearance at the 2009 Warped Tour and was replaced by Zack Roach, also guitarist of post-rock band Spirit of the Stairs.
Senses Fail's fourth album The Fire was released October 25, 2010 through UK label Hassle Records and elsewhere through Vagrant the following day. In February 2011, Garrett Zablocki left the band to attend college and was replaced by Matt Smith, also guitarist for Strike Anywhere.
New Year's Eve
Senses Fail Lyrics
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I'm a coward
I'm a liar and a cheat
My vows all mean nothing
I'm weaker than a priest
Board up the windows and lock all the doors
Like a hurricane I'm always given a new name
Head for the hills
Get somewhere safe
The further you go the better off you'll be
I'm clear as glass but I can't seem to ever clean
The fingerprints you left on me
I wish every night was new years
So this Irish disease could have company
Who the fuck would want to live forever
When everyday feels like it's been a week
Call on the archers and let down the gate
Hell must be a view of watching everyone you knew
Move on without you like you never lived
I'm just like my father
As lonely as sin
Drinking away
What I've been given
I'm clear as glass by I can't seem to ever clean
The fingerprints you left on me
I wish every night was new years
So this Irish disease could have company
I hate myself for never saying that I want you in my life
But it's not my place to keep on trying to chase a relationship that's not there
But if I don't then I know that you won't even dare
I'm clear as glass but I can't seem to ever clean
The fingerprints you left on me
I wish every night was new years
So this Irish disease could have company
The song "New Year's Eve" by Senses Fail is a hauntingly emotional reflection on the regrets and flaws in one's life. The opening lines, "Clip my angel wings, I'm a coward, I'm a liar and a cheat," convey a sense of hopelessness and self-loathing. The singer feels trapped in his own mistakes, unable to escape or redeem himself. He compares himself to a weak priest, highlighting his lack of faith and moral grounding.
The chorus urges him to "board up the windows and lock all the doors" as if preparing for a natural disaster. This may symbolize his desire to protect himself from the outside world, to isolate himself from others' judgment and scorn. The lines "The further you go the better off you'll be" hint at a sense of desperation, as if he believes that only by removing himself completely from society can he find peace.
The verses continue with a sense of resignation and despair. He compares himself to his father, another lonely soul, drinking away his pain. The repeated references to being "clear as glass" suggest a sense of vulnerability and transparency, a reflection of his own introspection and self-awareness. The final lines, "I wish every night was new years so this Irish disease could have company," convey a sense of longing for connection, a desire for a companion who shares his pain and understands his struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Clip my angel wings
I feel like I don't deserve good things and want to rid myself of any notion that I do.
I'm a coward
I'm afraid to face my problems head-on and usually avoid doing so.
I'm a liar and a cheat
I've betrayed trust and have not been honest with those I care about.
My vows all mean nothing
The promises I've made in the past now hold no value or significance.
I'm weaker than a priest
Even someone whose job is to help others spiritually is stronger than I am.
Board up the windows and lock all the doors, Like a hurricane I'm always given a new name
I'm always trying to escape from my problems and reinvent myself, like a storm that changes its name depending on its severity.
Head for the hills, Get somewhere safe, The further you go the better off you'll be
When things get tough, try to escape to a safe place, because the farther away you get from your problems, the better you'll feel.
I'm clear as glass but I can't seem to ever clean, The fingerprints you left on me
I feel like I'm transparent and easy to read, but I can't seem to rid myself of the memories and scars you've left behind.
I wish every night was new years, So this Irish disease could have company
I want to drink away my pain and I wish I had someone with me who understands and is also struggling.
Who the fuck would want to live forever, When everyday feels like it's been a week
Life is so tough and monotonous that I can't even imagine living like this forever.
Call on the archers and let down the gate, Hell must be a view of watching everyone you knew, Move on without you like you never lived
I feel like life is a battle and I want to call for help, but even with help, it seems like death is inevitable and difficult for me to accept.
I'm just like my father, As lonely as sin, Drinking away What I've been given
I've inherited bad habits and tendencies from my father, and one of my coping mechanisms for my problems is to drink excessively.
I hate myself for never saying that I want you in my life, But it's not my place to keep on trying to chase a relationship that's not there, But if I don't then I know that you won't even dare
I regret not being more vocal about wanting you in my life, but at the same time, I know it's not my place to force a relationship that's ultimately not meant to be.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: GARRETT ZABLOCKI, BUDDY JAMES NIELSEN, DANIEL TRAPP, BRIAN MC TERNANT, JASON WILLIAM BLACK
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Grymhowl
I'm so glad that they've finally built themselves up to this caliber of music. They've got their own sound that no other band can replicate and they make music that they love. This album is going to be sick.
Memento Mori
Even after 7 years of senses fail, there songs still give me chills. My favorite band, just got even better. Next paycheck preordering this album. If you guys have a favorite band, you should buy there album. Not download illegal. Support the bands you like, they deserve it. You still remain fucking awesome, buddy.
Kranvis
Here in 2023. Also chills
RickFranchise
I am blown away how this band just gets BETTER and BETTER with every new album release. I just assumed 'Life Is Not A Waiting Room' was the pinnacle, and I asked "Top this? Impossible." I've clicked that PLAY button 10 times all through the night. Its 6AM now, and I think I'll be clicking PLAY a million more times before 10/26. Better and better, everytime. Every goosebump belongs to you, Senses Fail.
Alex Z
So I have listened to this song more than forty times haha. Its such a stunning song. Everything about it is perfect. It resonates with a sense of loss and desperation. The lyrics are genius. I think this is some of the best that Buddy has ever come up with, I mean just look at the chorus. Its haunting and powerful. I could go on and on about this song but I am going to wait until the album drops before I give a final say. Love the video too. Its just lyrics but it works so well.
SloppySkateboarder
I LOVE how they have moved to this more hardcore style. There aren't even words to describe how good these guys are. -btw the chorus is my favorite.
cincyducksfan35
These first three songs released are each fantastic and they show such versatility! Each song feels unique, but this one just feels epic from the very first note.
ultramegajon
Tell me why their lyrics are always so heavy, poetic, and just amazing. This video is the perfect example.
sensesfail10708
words cant explain this song.. honestly one of their best songs im glad this is my favorite band I LOVE SENSESFAIL
Treasured Collectibles
This song is so good. I cant stop listening to senses fail. Ive been listening to every single release for weeks now just shuffling through, I need MORE!!!! I cant wait for more releases, they are always sick. Also would love to find some more bands like these guys, I know a few but always could use more.