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The State Champs is also the name of a rock band from Duluth, Minnesota comprised of many veterans of the Duluth music scene. They broke up shortly after releasing their debut self titled album in 2006. https://zacbentz.bandcamp.com/album/the-state-champs
Around the World and Back
State Champs Lyrics
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Told myself I wanna face this fear
But I don't think I can stand on my own
She's got eyes like spring, legs like the summer
Everybody says she looks just like her mother
But I think she wants that left alone
There's too many ways to say goodbye
Sometimes I can't help but say
I'm falling in love and it's scaring me
It came to me in a dream
Now all that's left is our empathy
But this is just the life I ordered
One step back and two steps forward
Sometimes I can't help but say
We're making history
Been around the world and back this year
I never wanted to be so sincere
I'm not a hero or a saint
But don't push me away
When you believed in me it brought us together
Everybody says that it won't last forever
Close your eyes, don't cut the ties, it makes sense
There's too many ways to say goodbye
But it's quite the opposite this time
Sometimes I can't help but say
I'm falling in love and it's scaring me
It came to me in a dream
Now all that's left is our empathy
But this is just the life I ordered
One step back and two steps forward
Sometimes I can't help but say
We're making history
Our history
You pulled me in like a tidal wave
And let ourselves just float away
With no direction, or a way to rewind
Yeah, you pulled me in like a tidal wave
Thought that it was my mistake
And we'd fall apart before I say goodbye
But it's quite the opposite this time
Sometimes I can't help but say
I'm falling in love and it's scaring me
It came to me in a dream
Now all that's left is our empathy
But this is just the life I ordered
One step back and two steps forward
Sometimes I can't help but say
We're making history
Our history
The lyrics of "Around the World and Back" by State Champs, explore the emotions that arise when one falls in love and the fear of potential heartbreak. The song describes the journey of the singer who has traveled the world and back- facing his fears, but when it comes to love, he feels helpless and gets scared by the intensity of his emotions. The verse "Been around the world and back this year, Told myself I wanna face this fear, But I don't think I can stand on my own" suggests that the singer has faced his fears and conquered his insecurities, but in love, he feels vulnerable and insecure.
The song also describes the true essence of love, which is empathetic, and the power that it holds. The verse "Now all that's left is our empathy, But this is just the life I ordered, One step back and two steps forward, Sometimes I can't help but say, We're making history." suggests that only empathy remains when everything fades away, and love can make history.
The singer realizes that love is a powerful force, and he would do anything to hold onto it. The verse "You pulled me in like a tidal wave and let ourselves just float away," suggests that love has engulfed him, and he is willing to take any risk to hold on to it.
In conclusion, the song "Around the World and Back" by State Champs is about the fear, vulnerability, and power that arise from falling in love. It portrays the message that love is worth taking the risk, and empathetic love can make history.
Line by Line Meaning
Been around the world and back this year
I have traveled around the world and come back within a year.
Told myself I wanna face this fear
I made a promise to confront my fear.
But I don't think I can stand on my own
Despite my efforts, I still feel like I need support.
She's got eyes like spring, legs like the summer
She has beautiful, vibrant eyes and legs that make me think of summertime.
Everybody says she looks just like her mother
People believe that she resembles her mother greatly.
But I think she wants that left alone
I think she wants people to stop comparing her to her mother.
There's too many ways to say goodbye
There are too many ways to end a relationship.
But it's quite the opposite this time
This time, it's not about saying goodbye.
Sometimes I can't help but say
Occasionally, I cannot stop myself from expressing how I feel.
I'm falling in love and it's scaring me
I am afraid because I am falling in love with someone.
It came to me in a dream
I dreamed about this development.
Now all that's left is our empathy
All that remains is our ability to feel each other's emotions.
But this is just the life I ordered
This is the kind of life I wanted for myself.
One step back and two steps forward
There may be setbacks, but we keep moving forward.
Sometimes I can't help but say
At times, I have to express myself.
We're making history
We are creating something unique and special.
I never wanted to be so sincere
I never intended to be this open and honest.
I'm not a hero or a saint
I am not exceptional or perfect.
But don't push me away
Please don't reject me.
When you believed in me it brought us together
When you trusted me, we became closer.
Everybody says that it won't last forever
People doubt the longevity of our relationship.
Close your eyes, don't cut the ties, it makes sense
Keep our connection strong and meaningful.
You pulled me in like a tidal wave
You enveloped me in a powerful, overwhelming embrace.
And let ourselves just float away
We allowed ourselves to drift away together.
With no direction, or a way to rewind
We do not know where we are headed, and we cannot turn back time.
Thought that it was my mistake
I believed that I was at fault.
And we'd fall apart before I say goodbye
I thought that we would drift apart before ending things officially.
Our history
Our collective past experiences and memories.
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@BySyphlex
Chords for y'all:
Intro is bottom three strings of an A Power chord (x02200) and then this E chord (x02100).
Verse is E (022100) and A power (x02200) x2
Pre chorus is C# (x46600) B(x24400) and A (x02200) x2
Chorus: C# (x46600) B(x24400) and A (x02200) x4
B (x24400) A(x02200) x2 (You can go back to the B chord when Derek says History)
Intro again
Verse again
Prechorus again
Chorus again
Bridge: A (x02200) E(022100) C(x46600) B(x24400) x2 (Listen to timing in this bit, threw me off at first)
Tidal wave verse: A (x02200) E(022100) C(x46600) B(x24400) x3 [A (x02200) B(x24400) This is the "And we'd fall apart before I say goodbye" part]
Prechorus again (But only play the second half, so each chord once)
Chorus again.
Bridge again. End on C#.
Hope this helped. I tried my hardest to explain it, if any of you need a hand comment and ill probably make an Ultimate Guitar post later on tonight. As for the strumming pattern, let it come naturally, you should just be able to feel it.
@amirulmukminin4562
Been around the world and back this year
Told myself I wanna face this fear
But I don't think I can stand on my own
She's got eyes like spring, legs like the summer
Everybody says she looks just like her mother
But I think she wants that left alone
There's too many ways to say goodbye
But it's quite the opposite this time
Sometimes I can't help but say
I'm falling in love and it's scaring me
It came to me in a dream
Now all that's left is our empathy
But this is just the life I ordered
One step back and two steps forward
Sometimes I can't help but say
We're making history
Been around the world and back this year
I never wanted to be so sincere
I'm not a hero or a saint
But don't push me away
When you believed in me it brought us together
Everybody says that it won't last forever
Close your eyes, don't cut the ties, it makes sense
There's too many ways to say goodbye
But it's quite the opposite this time
Sometimes I can't help but say
I'm falling in love and it's scaring me
It came to me in a dream
Now all that's left is our empathy
But this is just the life I ordered
One step back and two steps forward
Sometimes I can't help but say
We're making history
Our history
You pulled me in like a tidal wave
And let ourselves just float away
With no direction, or a way to rewind
Yeah, you pulled me in like a tidal wave
Thought that it was my mistake
And we'd fall apart before I say goodbye
But it's quite the opposite this time
Sometimes I can't help but say
I'm falling in love and it's scaring me
It came to me in a dream
Now all that's left is our empathy
But this is just the life I ordered
One step back and two steps forward
Sometimes I can't help but say
We're making history
Our history
@CharlieViking95
Derek's voice is the equivalent of jesus swooping down from the sky and making heavenly love with your ears all night long. This man's vocal talent is light years ahead of any other modern, contemporary pop punk band.
@lillydenicola6310
+Charlie's Drum Corner I couldn't agree more
@TheJokesOnYouBitch
give Broadside a listen, bud.
@lillydenicola6310
Broadside is my friend's brother's band. Theyre up there too. Both fucking amazing bands.
@TheJokesOnYouBitch
+Lilly Denicola dopeeee
@aevdw47
This is the most accurate description of his voice and their music I could've asked for
@vicdarockstar
Yeah they're making history.
Pop punk history
@adalieband
I’m falling and is scraring me is my favorite part
@jed2542
Word cannot and will not ever be able to describe just how beautiful this song is. State Champs are literally incapable of making a bad song and for that reason alone they are my favourite band. They deserve so much more respect and attention than they recieve.
@florentinacunningham8430
Hi jade