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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Bullet Soul
Switchfoot Lyrics
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I'm singing this one for the sparks
Here's one for the friction makers
We are the bleeding hearts
Don't care whoever you are
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
I want to turn up the radiation
I want to glow in the dark
Love is the one true innovation
Love is the only art
Don't let 'em blow it apart
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
We are the children of the scar
We got to start from the start
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
The lyrics to Switchfoot's song Bullet Soul speak to the dreamers, the friction makers, and the bleeding hearts of the world. The song encourages people to rise and fall together, acknowledging that our hearts still beat below despite the hardships we face. The lyrics also urge people to not stand by forever, as we all have a "bullet soul" and need to be ready to go at any moment.
The song's overall message speaks to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of love. Switchfoot stresses the importance of love as the only true innovation and art in the world. The lyrics encourage listeners to not let others blow love apart and to start anew, even as children of scars, with a bullet soul ready to face the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to sing one for all the dreamers
I want to create and perform a song for everyone who dreams and aspires
I'm singing this one for the sparks
I'm making this song for those who create and inspire changes and movements
Here's one for the friction makers
This song is dedicated to those who advocate and fight for their beliefs and opinions even amidst opposition and obstacles
We are the bleeding hearts
We belong to the group of compassionate, empathetic, and sensitive individuals who often get emotionally involved and affected by different issues and events around us
Don't care whoever you are
We don't discriminate or judge people based on their status, race, beliefs, or differences
We rise and fall together
We, as a community or group, experience victories and defeats together, and we need to support each other through these ups and downs
Our hearts still beat below
Despite the challenges and hardships we face, we remain passionate and committed to our dreams, goals, and advocacies
You can't stand by forever
You can't remain indifferent or passive in the face of problems or injustices around you; you need to act and make a change
You're a kid with a bullet soul
You are a young and energetic individual with a strong drive and passion to make things happen, no matter the risks or obstacles
Are you ready to go?
Are you prepared to take action and pursue your dreams or advocacies wholeheartedly?
I want to turn up the radiation
I want to increase the positive and powerful impact of my song or message to reach more people
I want to glow in the dark
I want to shine and inspire others, especially during difficult or challenging times
Love is the one true innovation
Love, compassion, and understanding are the most effective and enduring ways to bring about change and transformation in the world
Love is the only art
Expressing love and kindness is the most beautiful and meaningful form of art and creativity
Don't let 'em blow it apart
Don't allow negative forces, influences, or criticisms to discourage or weaken your resolve and passion
We are the children of the scar
We are the products and witnesses of past wounds, injustices, and struggles, and we carry these experiences and lessons in our journey to make a better future
We got to start from the start
We need to begin anew, with fresh minds, hearts, and actions, to achieve our goals and aspirations
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JON FOREMAN, TIM FOREMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rute
I want to sing one for all the dreamers
I'm singing this one for the sparks
Here's one for the friction makers
We are the bleeding hearts
Don't care whoever you are
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
I want to turn up the radiation
I want to glow in the dark
Love is the one true innovation
Love is the only art
Don't let 'em blow it apart
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
We are the children of the scar
We got to start from the start
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Salem Al Rowahi
I want to sing one for all the dreamers
I'm singing this one for the sparks
Here's one for the friction makers
We are the bleeding hearts
Don't care whoever you are
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
I want to turn up the radiation
I want to glow in the dark
Love is the one true innovation
Love is the only art
Don't let 'em blow it apart
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
We are the children of the scar
We got to start from the start
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
coremusicinc
This band is amazing. I recommend seeing them Live if you get the opportunity
NewsgirlNotAshamed 1985
I saw them live last summer. Nite of my life!!!
Dahna Propst
Absolutely! They are a terrific live band. I know I love a band if they impress me live and Switchfoot is among the best. Symbiosis!!
Rute
I want to sing one for all the dreamers
I'm singing this one for the sparks
Here's one for the friction makers
We are the bleeding hearts
Don't care whoever you are
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
I want to turn up the radiation
I want to glow in the dark
Love is the one true innovation
Love is the only art
Don't let 'em blow it apart
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
We are the children of the scar
We got to start from the start
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Titus A
THE BEST ALBUM OF ALL TIME!! 😄😎
Colby Kambeitz
It's an A+ for sure
Salem Al Rowahi
I want to sing one for all the dreamers
I'm singing this one for the sparks
Here's one for the friction makers
We are the bleeding hearts
Don't care whoever you are
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
I want to turn up the radiation
I want to glow in the dark
Love is the one true innovation
Love is the only art
Don't let 'em blow it apart
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
We are the children of the scar
We got to start from the start
We rise and fall together
Our hearts still beat below
You can't stand by forever
You're a kid with a bullet soul
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Are you ready to go?
Philip Daniels
I'm buying this album as soon as possible
Prior2Popular
SO HARDCORE. LOVE IT. 🚦🤘🏼🎸📢🏁🔥😎😎🤗
Luis Cisneros
I LOVE IT!!!