The band consists of vocalist Dan Marsala, lead guitarist Ryan Phillips, rhythm guitarist and back up vocalist Philip Sneed, bassist Adam Russell and drummer Josh Wills. Initially named Big Blue Monkey, they changed their name to Story of the Year in 2002 because a blues group of the same name had already existed.
It would not be until eight years after forming that Story of the Year saw its first piece of commercial success in its major label debut, Page Avenue, containing the popular singles "Until the Day I Die" and "Anthem of Our Dying Day". A second album, In the Wake of Determination, followed in 2005, but did not achieve the success of its predecessor. The band has returned with their third album The Black Swan, their first on Epitaph Records, which was released on April 22, 2008.
The band toured with Linkin Park on the Meteora World Tour in 2004 along with P.O.D. and Hoobastank.
The band's fourth, The Constant, was released on February 16, 2010 through Epitaph Records.
On March 8, 2013 it was announced that the band are planning on a world tour.
The Antidote
Story of the Year Lyrics
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And this machine has begun on a path of destruction
We need the medicine
To reverse what's been done
Before this disease has destroyed everything we know
Everything we know!
All we need is a reason (all we need is a reason)
With our weapons drawn and all our resources gone
We're facing extinction
The only antidote consists of blood, sweat, and hope
And a blueprint to save us from all that we've become
All that we've become!
All we need is a reason (all we need is a reason)
All we need is right here inside us all
All we need is a reason (all we need is a reason)
All we need is right here inside us
Here inside us all!
Yeah!
Oh
Now the gears they will fail to turn
As the lights go out
And the sun will be all that burns on our way down
(On our way down)
But right now we have to understand the problem
And overcome!
So arm yourself
You'll mind your gun
It's time to learn
Accept what's done, and yeah
Repair this destruction!
All we need is a reason
All we need is right here inside us
All we need is a reason (all we need is a reason)
All we need is right here inside us all
All we need is a reason (all we need is a reason)
All we need is right here inside us all
(All we need is a reason)
All we need is a reason
(All we need is a reason)
Whoa!
(All we need is a reason)
All we need is a reason
All we need is right here inside us
Here inside us all!
The song "The Antidote" by Story of the Year is about the need for humans to take responsibility and fix the damage that has been done to the planet before it's too late. The lyrics describe how our machines and weapons have caused destruction, leaving us facing extinction. But, hope still remains if we can find a way to reverse our actions and blueprint a new future.
The chorus repeats the line "all we need is a reason," emphasizing the idea that we must find a compelling reason to change our ways and a collective purpose that can unite us toward that goal. The song suggests that the solution lies within us, in our own blood, sweat, and hope, and that we must arm ourselves with the knowledge and acceptance of what has been done, in order to repair the damage.
The song also touches on the theme of mortality and finality, with the lines "the gears they will fail to turn," and "the sun will be all that burns on our way down," implying that time is running out and we must act now. In conclusion, "The Antidote" is an urgent call to action for humanity to take responsibility and work together to create a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
Now the damage has been done
The harm has been caused and it's too late to go back.
And this machine has begun on a path of destruction
The system has already started its course of ruining everything in its way.
We need the medicine
A remedy or a cure is required.
To reverse what's been done
To nullify the effects of the damage that's already been done.
Before this disease has destroyed everything we know
Before it is too late and the illness takes away everything we hold dear.
Everything we know!
Everything that is meaningful or valuable to us.
All we need is a reason (all we need is a reason)
We require a solid motive or justification for our efforts.
All we need is right here inside us all
Our inner selves hold all the power and tools we need to bring about change.
With our weapons drawn and all our resources gone
We are left with nothing but our fighting spirit and determination.
We're facing extinction
Our existence is under threat and we must fight to survive.
The only antidote consists of blood, sweat, and hope
The solution requires hard work, dedication, and positivity.
And a blueprint to save us from all that we've become
A plan to rescue us from the mess we've created.
All that we've become!
Everything we've evolved into, good and bad alike.
Yeah!
An expression of affirmation or determination.
Oh
An exclamation of emphasis or appreciation.
Now the gears they will fail to turn
The working mechanisms of the system will cease to function.
As the lights go out
The darkness symbolizes the end of everything.
And the sun will be all that burns on our way down
The only hope left is the sun that will light our way down.
(On our way down)
The descent towards an unfortunate end.
But right now we have to understand the problem
It's essential to acknowledge the challenge before we can solve it.
And overcome!
We must triumph over the odds and make it through.
So arm yourself
Equip yourself with strength and courage.
You'll mind your gun
Be careful and cautious with your power, wield it responsibly.
It's time to learn
We must educate ourselves and be informed.
Accept what's done, and yeah
Acknowledge the past and move on.
Repair this destruction!
Fix what's broken and restore what's lost.
All we need is a reason
We require a motive to inspire us to keep fighting.
Whoa!
An expression of amazement or surprise.
All we need is right here inside us
Our inner strength and capabilities are what we need to rely on.
Here inside us all!
Within every one of us lies the potential to bring about change and overcome struggles.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ADAM RUSSELL, DAN MARSALA, JOSHUA WILLS, PHILLIP SNEED, RYAN PHILLIPS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Nomiii
Its been 14 years now. Been listening to this band since I was a kid and wow the music they produced back then still slaps. Nothing beats 2000's punk/rock!
My Cinematics
I love this band. They have such a great sound. These guys were so underrated =(
Manny Blackstar
They are back
Brandy Owens
I never paid them any mind until I saw them live with Linkin Park and P.O.D. they truly brought the show as a hell of an opening band. Shocked the hell out of me and was a fan after that.
Adam Gonzales
Dang. With the whole coronavirus situation, it really makes this song hit the right note. Praying and hoping for the antidote.
Metrakina
@Angry Leprechaun ^
Loki-Of-Asgard
@Angry Leprechaun I agree. Our learning institutions and big corporate media far lefties are corrupting the system.
Angry Leprechaun
@Loki-Of-Asgard The government and the media are the virus. The puppet-masters controlling them are fucking parasites.
Loki-Of-Asgard
@Angry Leprechaun Lol Right. The corona boner virus has a 99.95% survival rate. You're more likely to die in a car crash. Plus nobody has died from omnicron. Omnicron has mild like flu symptoms and kills the two previous variants. It's literally curing itself. The government just needs to stop effing things up. Politicians are the real virus.
Angry Leprechaun
Zinc, vitamin C, vitamin D, exercise, and turn off the fucking news. The last 1 is probably the most important.