Cheers To The Down And Outs
The Bad Chapter Lyrics
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Putting lips to half smoked cigarettes
This is not a cry
These are just my thoughts on suicide
So this is the last time I'm giving you my all
And I'm predicting a landslide as you watch this coward fall
Cause I've been afraid for so long
Cause I know that you won't like me when I do
And I'm tired of being the pawn in their petty little scams
I'll be a bag of bones when they're though
I'll hold the door
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They're wanting more but damn they're always saying that
I've been created right before your very eyes
Well I'm sick of breathing just to fight this feeling
And I've grown tired with weary eyes
And I'm over the stealing
Of the things that I've needed
Well I'm admired but I wanna die
Cheers to the down and outs
A broken song
A broken home
Filthy habits and a name that nobody knows
Wake up every morning feeling like shit
And you try, and you try
But you can't help it
This is the last time I'm giving you my all
And I'm predicting a landslide as you watch this coward fall
Cause I've been afraid for so long
To show you who I am
Cause I know that you won't like me when I do
And I'm tired of being the pawn in their petty little scams
I'll be a bag of bones when they're though
I'll hold the door
Listen up for play back
They're wanting more but damn they're always saying that
I've been created right before your very eyes
Well I'm sick of breathing just to fight this feeling
And I've grown tired with weary eyes
And I'm over the stealing
Of the things that I've needed
Well I'm admired but I wanna die
Cheers to the down and outs
Cheers to the down and outs
Cheers to every down and out like me
I'm sick of losing out on life's bets
Putting lips to half smoked cigarettes
This is not a cry
These are just my thoughts on suicide
Well I'm sick of breathing just to fight this feeling
And I've grown tired with weary eyes
And I'm over the stealing
Of the things that I've needed
Well I'm admired but I wanna die
Cheers to the down and outs
The Bad Chapter's song "Cheers to the Down and Outs" seems to be a raw, poignant, and emotionally charged reflection on the constant struggles of life, and the feeling of being trapped and helpless within the face of obstacles that seem unbeatable.
The lyrics express a deep sense of exhaustion, frustration, and hopelessness, as the singer denotes that he is tired of living his life as a mere pawn in someone else's petty little games. He is fed up with being judged and criticized for who he is, and he feels like he can no longer pretend anymore. The thoughts of suicide allude to the fact that he has had enough of the constant battles and the feeling that life is unfair.
He expresses admiration for other people who have been down and out like him, perhaps alluding to the fact that he has found solace in the solidarity of those who have faced similar trials, and suggests that he feels an emotional connection with those who have overcome hardships even if they have been left defeated and broken by life's struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sick of losing out on life's bets
I'm tired of constantly losing in life.
Putting lips to half smoked cigarettes
Smoking is just another bad habit I have while I deal with my issues.
This is not a cry
I'm not asking for help or pity, just expressing my thoughts.
These are just my thoughts on suicide
I'm struggling with suicidal thoughts.
So this is the last time I'm giving you my all
This is my last effort to try and put my all into something.
And I'm predicting a landslide as you watch this coward fall
I believe I will fail and fall, and everyone will see it.
Cause I've been afraid for so long
I've been scared to be myself for a long time.
To show you who I am
To reveal my true self to others.
Cause I know that you won't like me when I do
I'm afraid that if I show my true self, people won't accept me.
And I'm tired of being the pawn in their petty little scams
I'm tired of being used and manipulated by others for their own gain.
I'll be a bag of bones when they're though
They'll use me up until I have nothing left to give.
I'll hold the door
I'll continue to let people into my life and allow myself to be used.
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I'll wait for others to praise or criticize me for my actions.
They're wanting more but damn they're always saying that
Others constantly want more from me, but they never seem satisfied.
I've been created right before your very eyes
I'm constantly changing and growing as a person, and others are witnessing it.
Well I'm sick of breathing just to fight this feeling
I'm tired of living just to struggle every day.
And I've grown tired with weary eyes
I'm exhausted and worn out.
And I'm over the stealing
I'm done with taking what I need and want without permission.
Of the things that I've needed
I'm tired of not having what I need to survive and thrive.
Well I'm admired but I wanna die
Others may think highly of me, but I still struggle with suicidal thoughts.
Cheers to the down and outs
Here's to all those who are struggling and have hit rock bottom like me.
Contributed by Camilla R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
wolfie da brony
Found this on Spotify AND I CANT STOP HEARING THIS!!!
Thomas Miani
I am so in love with this song ! The theme, the beat, the guitar parts, the singing. EVERYTHING IS JUST PERFECT ! Can't wait to hear more !!!!!! Well done The Bad Chapter !
Rui Carneiro
Phil is just amazing, Jesus.
joe treetop
Just waiting for the day a new album gets released by these guys, because this is something that needs to get known.
Tan Huynh
This is awesome! I just really hope they get the recognition they deserve. Phil brings something new to the genre every time he's in a band but they never blow up. He deserves to be as big as say Memphis May fire and Sleeping With Sirens has got'n imo.
This ep is really good but imagine the albums to come. It could be amazing!
Marv Stanick
I've been waiting for this for too damn long
It's about time Phil came back
Teh Lordii
Awesome track can't wait for the album.
Lucas Manzi
This is just insane!
I Am Abomination tier, but with a different perspective. Totally amazing!
Tina Long
THIS IS AMAZING!!!!! <3
Wiggly Ninja
literally can't go a day without listening to this song... I hope these guys are at warped tour