Although the band started out playing at Christian music festivals, they shun the label of "Christian rock," with singer and guitarist Jon Foreman saying, "For us, it's a faith, not a genre. We've always been very open and honest about where the songs are coming from. For us, these songs are for everyone. Calling us `Christian rock' tends to be a box that closes some people out and excludes them. And that's not what we're trying to do. Music has always opened my mind -- and that's what we want." They started out on Charlie Peacock's label "re:think" and spent several years appearing at Christian festivals and enjoying Christian radio hits. Most of their early tours were with Christian bands and both of the band's new members were borrowed from Christian bands.
Switchfoot did not see success outside of the Christian rock scene until they were featured alongside singer Mandy Moore on the A Walk To Remember soundtrack. The band's first true commercial success came in 2003 with the release of their fourth major label (and first mainstream label) offering, The Beautiful Letdown. The album went on to sell more than 2 million albums and Switchfoot became the most popular rock band to be associated with Christian music.
They were featured on the British Edition of the Spiderman II soundtrack along with the likes of Taking Back Sunday and Dashboard Confessional to name a few, in 2004 with the song 'Meant To Live'.
In 2005 Switchfoot released "Nothing Is Sound". The album went gold within 3 months and received much critical acclaim.
Switchfoot's highly anticipated album, titled "Oh! Gravity." was released on December 26th, 2006.
On November 10th, 2009, Switchfoot released their first album produced under their own label, lowercase people. "Mess of Me", a single from the album released months before the CD, has enjoy chart-topping radio plays since its release.
In 2010 Switchfoot released their album, "Hello Hurricane".
On September 27th, 2011, to much anticipation and excitement, Switchfoot released their newest album, "Vice Verses".
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All Or Nothing At All
Switchfoot Lyrics
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I pushed the pedal and we hit the wall
I can't say I don't want nothing
I want it all, or nothing at all
I should've known, should've known better
I can't say I didn't see you fall
I won't settle for your love letters
You feel your heart beat loudest when it's breaking
You and I both know our fatal flaws
We both know that love is what you make it
I want you
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
There's a fault line here running
The walls shake like a cannonball
So fight fair if you love something
Yeah, but I'm sick of fighting at all
I can't say that I don't get it
I want it all or nothing at all
You feel your heart beat loudest when it's breaking
You and I both know our fatal flaws
We both know that love is what you make it
I want you
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
Eh, we won't stop till we're getting it right (All or nothing at all)
Eh eh we won't stop till we're getting it right
Yea yea yea, now I know, now I know better
Eh eh we won't stop till we're getting it right
(Eh eh) I want it all or nothing at all
You feel your heart beat loudest when it's breaking
You and I both know our fatal flaws
We both know that love is what you make it
I want you
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing, all or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
The song “All or Nothing At All” by Switchfoot is about the struggles that come with relationships. The song portrays the idea that love can be difficult, and it often requires a lot of effort and persistence to make it work. The lyrics “I can’t say I didn’t see it coming. I pushed the pedal, and we hit the wall” suggest that the singer was aware of the potential consequences of their actions, but they chose to ignore them anyway. The line “I want it all or nothing at all” suggests that the singer is not willing to settle for anything less than a complete and committed relationship.
The lines “You and I both know our fatal flaws” and “We both know that love is what you make it” suggest that the singer recognizes that every relationship has its flaws and that it takes effort to make it work. The repetition of the phrase “all or nothing at all” throughout the song underscores the idea that there is no middle ground when it comes to love. It’s either all-in or nothing at all. The song ends on a hopeful note with the line “All or nothing, all or nothing at all,” suggesting that the singer is willing to continue fighting for their relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't say I didn't see it coming
I had an idea that things were not going to work out
I pushed the pedal and we hit the wall
I took a risk and it ended up in failure
I can't say I don't want nothing
I definitely desire something
I want it all, or nothing at all
If I can't have everything, I'd rather have nothing
I should've known, should've known better
I had an idea that things were not going to work out
I can't say I didn't see you fall
I had a feeling that you were not doing well
I won't settle for your love letters
Words are not enough for me; actions matter more
I want it all or nothing at all
If I can't have everything, I'd rather have nothing
You feel your heart beat loudest when it's breaking
When you are hurting, your emotions are amplified
You and I both know our fatal flaws
We are both aware of our imperfections
We both know that love is what you make it
Our relationship will be what we choose to create
I want you
I desire to be with you
All or nothing at all
If I can't have everything, I'd rather have nothing
There's a fault line here running
Our relationship is unstable and prone to breaking
The walls shake like a cannonball
Our relationship is under great pressure and stress
So fight fair if you love something
If you truly love something, then you should fight for it without cheating or being unfair
Yeah, but I'm sick of fighting at all
I am tired of putting in effort and not seeing results
I can't say that I don't get it
I understand the situation
All or nothing at all
If I can't have everything, I'd rather have nothing
Eh, we won't stop till we're getting it right (All or nothing at all)
We will keep trying until we get it right, even if it means sacrificing everything
Eh eh we won't stop till we're getting it right
We will continue until we achieve success
Yea yea yea, now I know, now I know better
I have become wiser from past mistakes
I want it all or nothing at all
If I can't have everything, I'd rather have nothing
(Eh eh) I want it all or nothing at all
If I can't have everything, I'd rather have nothing
All or nothing at all
If I can't have everything, I'd rather have nothing
All or nothing, all or nothing at all
I am either fully committed or not at all
All or nothing at all
If I can't have everything, I'd rather have nothing
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JON FOREMAN, TIM FOREMAN, TIMOTHY PAGNOTTA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Grace
"All Or Nothing At All"
I can't say I didn't see it coming
I pushed the pedal and we hit the wall
I can't say I don't want nothing
I want it all, or nothing at all
I should've known, should've known better
I can't say I didn't see you fall
I won't settle for your love letters
I want it all or nothing at all
You feel your heart beat loudest when it's breaking
You and I both know our fatal flaws
We both know that love is what you make it
I want you
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
There's a fault line here running
The walls shake like a cannonball
So fight fair if you love something
Yeah, but I'm sick of fighting at all
I can't say that I don't get it
I want it all or nothing at all
You feel your heart beat loudest when it's breaking
You and I both know our fatal flaws
We both know that love is what you make it
I want you
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
Eh, we won't stop till we're getting it right
All or nothing at all
Eh eh we won't stop till we're getting it right
Yea yea yea, now I know, now I know better
Eh eh we won't stop till we're getting it right
Eh eh
I want it all or nothing at all
You feel your heart beat loudest when it's breaking
You and I both know our fatal flaws
We both know that love is what you make it
I want you
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing, all or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
Racheljda
Thanks for having a song which describes every single situation / problem / season, etc, in my life. Love you guys
Its_Warthog
Truly amazing how they can do that.
TheMikaylaah
did you all notice one thing even if they aint very very famous no one hates their music. love all their songs <3 i hope they dont stop making music ever
Chicken Chaser
24 people disliked this song. So you're wrong.
Mayur Gupta
@Chicken Chaser Not necessarily.. Some people just want to spread hate.. If there is something to dislike about this, why hasn't anyone commented on what they don't like..
Matthew Davis
Looks they haven't
Grace
"All Or Nothing At All"
I can't say I didn't see it coming
I pushed the pedal and we hit the wall
I can't say I don't want nothing
I want it all, or nothing at all
I should've known, should've known better
I can't say I didn't see you fall
I won't settle for your love letters
I want it all or nothing at all
You feel your heart beat loudest when it's breaking
You and I both know our fatal flaws
We both know that love is what you make it
I want you
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
There's a fault line here running
The walls shake like a cannonball
So fight fair if you love something
Yeah, but I'm sick of fighting at all
I can't say that I don't get it
I want it all or nothing at all
You feel your heart beat loudest when it's breaking
You and I both know our fatal flaws
We both know that love is what you make it
I want you
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
Eh, we won't stop till we're getting it right
All or nothing at all
Eh eh we won't stop till we're getting it right
Yea yea yea, now I know, now I know better
Eh eh we won't stop till we're getting it right
Eh eh
I want it all or nothing at all
You feel your heart beat loudest when it's breaking
You and I both know our fatal flaws
We both know that love is what you make it
I want you
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
All or nothing, all or nothing at all
All or nothing at all
Jim Mast
This whole album is completely amazing! I've been listening to it for 2 weeks now and there isn't a bad track on it! Can't wait to see you live n Chicago in a couple of weeks!! Switchfoot Rocks!
ananya ghosh
I discovered them a few weeks back. Its late, I know. But it's always better late than never!! Love Switchfoot now!!
NotMyDivision
It's never too late!! You just might have a different experience than others, which makes you a unique type of fam. :)