Tony Dougard - Vocals
Greg Diamond - Drums
Cam Baptista - Guitar
Jesse Butler - Guitar
Colin Klika - Bass
XIII
The Air I Breathe Lyrics
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I Forgot How Mighty You Are
You Walk Around Like You're Building An Empire,
But We Know You're A Fucking Fad
No Words, Just Brag After Brag
Is That All You Have?
Does This Make You Mad?
Don't Worry, We'll Keep Living The Way We Are
No One Real Thing Is Alive Inside You
No Matter What You Say, Not One Thing Will Be Fucking True
I Forgot How Mighty You Are
You Walk Around Like You're Building An Empire,
But We Know You're A Fucking Fad
No Words, Just Brag After Brag
Is That All You Have?
Just Another Excuse Of How We Got So Far?
Does This Make You Mad?
Don't Worry, We'll Keep Living The Way We Are
You'll Find Yourself Amongst The Shelves,
But You're Never Gonna "Catch That Fame"
Just Take A Good Look At Yourself
Nothing's Ever Gonna Make This Change
(Make This Change)
Let Go
Is That All You Have?
Just Another Excuse Of How We Got So Far?
Does This Make You Mad?
Don't Worry, We'll Keep Living The Way We Are
The Air I Breathe's song XIII seems to be a scathing critique of a person who is arrogant and insecure at the same time. The first line "I just wanted to let you know that you will never compare to me" establishes the singer's belief in their own superiority. The lyrics go on to describe how the person in question walks around like they are building an empire and brags about their achievements but in reality, they are a "fucking fad," implying that their success is temporary and not based on anything real.
The song also points out the lack of genuineness in this person, stating that "no one real thing is alive inside you, no matter what you say, not one thing will be fucking true." This could mean that the person puts on a façade of confidence and success, but in reality, they are empty and lacking in substance.
The chorus repeatedly asks the person if that is all they have, implying that their achievements are not as impressive as they make them out to be. The final verse suggests that the person will never achieve real fame or success and that they should "let go" of their false pretenses.
Overall, XIII is a song that deals with themes of insecurity, arrogance, and the disparity between appearance and reality in people's lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I Just Wanted To Let You Know That You Will Never Compare To Me
The singer wants to inform someone that they will never be as great as the singer.
I Forgot How Mighty You Are
The singer previously underestimated the power of the person they are addressing.
You Walk Around Like You're Building An Empire,
The person being addressed behaves as if they are establishing a great kingdom.
But We Know You're A Fucking Fad
Despite the person's grandeur, the artist believes that they are just a temporary trend.
No Words, Just Brag After Brag
The person being addressed frequently boasts about their accomplishments without any substance behind their words.
Is That All You Have?
The singer questions the person being addressed whether they have anything more substantial to offer.
Just Another Excuse Of How We Got So Far?
The singer doubts the validity of the person's reasons for their success.
Does This Make You Mad?
The artist wonders if their words provoke anger in the person being addressed.
Don't Worry, We'll Keep Living The Way We Are
The artist assures the person being addressed that they will continue to behave as they always have.
No One Real Thing Is Alive Inside You
The artist believes that the person being addressed lacks any genuine qualities.
No Matter What You Say, Not One Thing Will Be Fucking True
The singer does not believe that anything the person says holds any truth.
You'll Find Yourself Amongst The Shelves,
The artist believes that the person's fame and success will eventually fade away.
But You're Never Gonna "Catch That Fame"
The person being addressed will not be successful for long.
Just Take A Good Look At Yourself
The singer advises the person to reflect on their actions and behaviors.
Nothing's Ever Gonna Make This Change
The singer believes that the person will not be able to change their current trajectory.
Let Go
The artist advises the person to let go of their need for attention and validation.
Contributed by Aria R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Israel Huerto
This album is perfection in its entirety, the riffs, the lyrics, the BREAKDOWNS, such a solid band, riserecord should had support them more, they deserved more attention that SWS
Jake Molina
If Miss May I and The Word Alive had a child this would be it <3
Cole Matthews
👹
Cameron Brawner
Such a good band, pretty damn good live also
Andrew Plays Music
Love that bass tone @ the start, too bad I'm only getting into this band long after they're gone!
Mike R
The lead singer started another a new band... Burn it to the ground... Check them out...
Tanya Mercado
The breakdowns are absolutely PERFECT
Klevaer
How do you just... not like this band!? THEIR SO GOOD!!
John McClane
shame they didn't make it, they was my favorite
Pætter
sounds similar to every other band in this genre /: In fear and faiths new ep was the only really interesting thing ive heard from this label in a long time because of the dominating piano combined with screaming and clean vocals