"Planet Zero" (2022). As of 2018, the band has had 23 Top 5 hits on Mainstream Rock radio, including 12 number one singles, and a Top 10 hit on the Hot 100 with "Second Chance".
On July 13, 2003, the band released their debut album Leave A Whisper. The album sold the popular singles "Fly From The Inside" and "45". Leave A Whisper was re-released on June 15, 2004, to capitalize on the strength of a new single: A cover of Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Simple Man". This song is often dedicated to their friend Dimebag Darrell who died in 2004. The re-release also featured an acoustic version of "45", and a new mix of "Burning Bright", which was to be the fourth single from the album. During 2004, the band notably opened for Van Halen. On September 21, 2005, Leave A Whisper was certified as gold. On August 23, 2005, the band released a live DVD called Live From The Inside that contained a full-length Shinedown concert held at the House Of Blues in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
On October 4, 2005, the band released their second album called Us And Them, backed by the single "Save Me". Save Me maintained a #1 position on active rock charts for twelve weeks. The song became the theme song for WWE No Mercy 2005. The follow-up single, "I Dare You", also did respectably, and became one of the theme songs of WWE's WrestleMania 22 and was also performed on American Idol by Chris Daughtry. There are currently three versions of Us And Them: the regular thirteen-track version, a limited edition with three bonus acoustic tracks, and a store-specific edition with two bonus tracks: "Break" and "Carried Away". In 2006, the band co-headlined the SnoCore Tour with Seether, Flyleaf, and Halestorm, which was followed by the Equinox Tour in which Shinedown co-headlined with Trapt. Shinedown played their first overseas concert at the London Astoria on June 6, 2006, supporting Alter Bridge. In the late summer of 2006, the band opened for Godsmack and Rob Zombie on their North American Tour.
On December 12, 2006, Shinedown played in Knoxville, Tennessee at The Tennessee Theatre which was filmed for an upcoming DVD the band was expected to be releasing later this year (2007). However, after a recent show, Waukesha, WI, July 21, 2007, the band made it known that the DVD was scrapped by Atlantic Records.
The band began recording their new album in Los Angeles on September 20, 2007. Their first single, Devour, was released on May 20, 2008, and has proven a successful single, with it charting in the Top 10. The video for the song was released on June 25, 2008. On June 17, 2008, the album in it's entirety was put up on their MySpace page for listening. Shinedown's third album, The Sound of Madness, was released on June 24, 2008. The band is currently playing various festivals across North America before embarking on a tour in support of the new album.
Regarding the upcoming album, lead singer Brent Smith was quoted in an interview with Billboard.com as saying; "It's time to just go over the top, literally go above and beyond what a human being thinks they're capable of recording. We want to do a huge hard rock record that has a lot of crossover potential, but also some of the most insanely intense and heavy material that this band has ever tried - and see if we can pull it off." Smith noted that the group had more than forty songs to consider after writing sessions in Atlanta, Nashville and Los Angeles, but this was narrowed down to eleven songs for the standard album, and 14 songs for the deluxe edition.
In 2007 and 2008, Shinedown had some lineup changes with Brad Stewart and Jasin Todd leaving the band and Zach Myers*, Nick Perry, and Eric Bass joining the band.
*Zach Myers was touring guitarist from 2005-2007 and performed as bass guitarist during the recording of The Sound of Madness.
Shinedown performed free concerts at numerous state fairs across the US between June and September of 2009.
According to the Bully Songfacts, the lead single from Shinedown's fourth studio album, Amaryllis, is titled "Bully." It is the first new music to be heard from the Florida-based hard rockers since all six singles from The Sound Of Madness topped the rock radio chart. The song was released on January 3, 2012.
Current members of the band:
Brent Smith
Zach Myers
Eric Bass
Barry Kerch
Cut The Cord
Shinedown Lyrics
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(Freedom, follow me)
(Freedom, la la la la)
(Freedom)
Cut it!
(Freedom, la la la la)
(Freedom, follow me)
(Freedom, la la la la)
Let me tell you, I'm vicious
Not pass-aggressive
I got my finger on my pulse
Staring straight into a hole and I'mma get it
And I'm a savage
It's automatic
I got a way of making noise
The power to destroy with no static
Now victory is all you need
So cultivate and plant the seed
Hold your breath and count to ten
Just count to ten
I'm gonna make it rain, so ring the bell
I know it all too well
Switchblade on the edge of your wrist
Can I get a witness? (Witness)
'Cause agony brings no reward
For one more hit and one last score
Don't be a casualty, cut the cord!
(Freedom, la la la la)
(Freedom, follow me) cut the cord!
(Freedom, la la la la)
(Freedom)
You gotta feel the courage
Embrace possession
If it was easier to shatter everything that ever mattered
But it's not, because it's your obsession
Be a fighter, backbone, desire
Complicated and it stings
But we both know what it means
And it's time to get real and inspired
Now victory is all you need
So cultivate and plant the seed
Hold your breath and count to ten
Just count to ten, just count to ten
I'm gonna make it rain, so ring the bell
I know it all too well
Switchblade on the edge of your wrist
Can you witness (witness)
'Cause agony brings no reward
For one more hit and one last score
Don't be a casualty, cut the cord!
Cut it!
Cut it!
'Cause victory is all you need
So cultivate and plant the seed
Hold your breath and count to ten
Just count to ten
I'm gonna make it rain, so ring the bell
I know it all too well
Switchblade on the edge of your wrist
Can you witness? (Witness)
'Cause agony brings no reward
For one more hit and one last score
Don't be a casualty, cut the cord!
Don't be a casualty, cut the cord!
(Freedom, la la la la)
(Freedom, follow me) cut the cord!
(Freedom, la la la la)
(Freedom, follow me, me, me)
The lyrics to Shinedown’s “Cut The Cord” talk about finding the courage to move forward and break free from what’s holding you back. The chorus urges the listener to “cut the cord” and release themselves from the burdens that weigh them down. The repetition of “Freedom” in the background reinforces this message.
The verses highlight the singer’s confidence in their ability to rise above any obstacle. They describe themselves as “vicious” and “a savage” with the “power to destroy.” The theme of power continues as they encourage the listener to take control of their life and plant the seed for victory.
The bridge offers a glimmer of hope in the midst of struggle, acknowledging that the process of moving on is complicated, but worthwhile. Finally, the second chorus concludes with the same message of cutting ties with the pain of the past and embracing freedom.
Overall, the song is an anthem of empowerment and encouragement for anyone seeking change or struggling to move forward in their lives. The lyrics suggest that breaking free from the things that hold us back is possible, and that the strength to do so comes from within.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me tell you, I'm vicious
I am bold and aggressive
Not pass-aggressive
I am not passive-aggressive
I got my finger on my pulse
I am aware and alert
Staring straight into a hole and I'mma get it
I am looking into the future with determination
And I'm a savage
I am brave and fierce
It's automatic
Being aggressive comes naturally to me
I got a way of making noise
I have the ability to make an impact and be heard
The power to destroy with no static
I am capable of causing harm without being hindered
Now victory is all you need
To succeed all you need is to win
So cultivate and plant the seed
Work hard and nurture your goals
Hold your breath and count to ten
Take a moment to compose yourself
I'm gonna make it rain, so ring the bell
I'll make things happen, so be prepared
I know it all too well
I am aware of the challenges
Switchblade on the edge of your wrist
An instrument of harm on the verge of use
Can I get a witness? (Witness)
Do you see the urgency and importance?
'Cause agony brings no reward
Pain and suffering won't benefit you
For one more hit and one last score
Don't keep chasing after short-term gains
Don't be a casualty, cut the cord!
Don't be a victim, let go of what's holding you back
You gotta feel the courage
Have the strength to face your struggles
Embrace possession
Take ownership of your life
If it was easier to shatter everything that ever mattered
It's not easy to let go of important things
But it's not, because it's your obsession
You hold onto what's important because it's your passion
Be a fighter, backbone, desire
Be strong and determined
Complicated and it stings
It may be difficult and painful
But we both know what it means
We understand its significance
And it's time to get real and inspired
It's time to be honest and motivated
(Freedom, la la la la) Cut it!
Cutting ties will bring freedom
(Freedom, follow me) cut the cord!
Join me in letting go and freeing ourselves
(Freedom, follow me, me, me)
Come with me and find your independence
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brent Smith, Eric Bass
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Let me tell you, I'm vicious
Not pass-aggressive
I got my finger on my pulse, staring straight into a hole and I'ma get it
And I'm a savage
It's automatic
I got a way of making noise, the power to destroy with no static
Now victory is all you need
So cultivate and plant the seed
Hold your breath and count to ten, just count to ten
I'm gonna make it rain, so ring the bell
I know it all too well
Switchblade on the edge of your wrist
Can I get a witness? (witness)
'Cause agony brings no reward
For one more hit and one last score
Don't be a casualty, cut the cord
cut the cord
(Freedom, la la la la)
(Freedom)
You gotta feel courage
Embrace possession
If it was easier to shatter everything that ever mattered
But it's not, because it's your obsession
Be a fighter, backbone, desire
Complicated and it stings, (but we both know what it means)
And it's time to get real and inspired
Now victory is all you need
So cultivate and plant the seed
Hold your breath and count to ten, just count to ten, just count to ten
I'm gonna make it rain, so ring the bell
I know it all too well
Switchblade on the edge of your wrist
Can you witness (witness)
'Cause agony brings no reward
For one more hit and one last score
Don't be a casualty, cut the cord
Cut it
Cut it
'Cause victory is all you need
So cultivate and plant the seed
Hold your breath and count to ten, just count to ten
I'm gonna make it rain, so ring the bell
I know it all too well
Switchblade on the edge of your wrist
Can you witness? (witness)
'Cause agony brings no reward
For one more hit and one last score
Don't be a casualty, cut the cord
Don't be a casualty, cut the cord
cut the cord
(Freedom, la la la la)
(Freedom, follow me, me, me)
@haileymidgl
7 years sober last month. CAN I GET A WITNESS?!?! 🙏🏼🤘🏼
@drewjanus4643
WITNESS!!!
@loveahusky
You go!!!! Stay clean
@cjs702006
🙏👍💥
@haileymidgl
8 years... still STANDING! 💓
@haileymidgl
a10warthog61 😘😘😘😘
@cullencline8501
6 months clean off of a number of heavy drugs tomorrow. Longest I’ve ever been sober since 14yrs old. Songs like this just add to the support and strength.
@beluga5855
Keep it up and congratulations!!
@popperkidpaps656
Good job. Congrats.
I got 1 year clean and I never thought ow as possible either. I Also started the hard shit at 14
@beluga5855
Jesse Burke You too, congrats!! Stay strong and keep it up!